by chelly@marketingwiththeagency.com | Jun 27, 2012 | Valuation
This question can only be answered by addressing other related questions, specifically: Who’s asking and for what purpose? From the perspective of the owner, prospective buyers, the IRS, lenders and divorce & bankruptcy courts, the value of a business for purposes...
by chelly@marketingwiththeagency.com | Jun 27, 2012 | Valuation
If you are considering entering the world of franchising, an important consideration is assessing the value of the business. All of the following factors either affect or help determine valuations of typical franchise operations: 1. Franchise Agreements: Typically,...
by chelly@marketingwiththeagency.com | Jun 27, 2012 | Using a Professional
A professional business broker can be helpful in many ways. They can provide you with a selection of different and, in many cases, unique businesses, including many that you would not be able to find on your own. Approximately 90 percent of those who buy businesses...
by chelly@marketingwiththeagency.com | Jun 27, 2012 | Using a Professional
If you have made the decision to sell your business, the wisest first move is to contact a qualified business broker professional, who can . . . Advise you on pricing and structuring the sale of your business. Prepare the marketing strategy, using professional...
by chelly@marketingwiththeagency.com | Jun 27, 2012 | Financing the Deal
There still aren’t too many ways to finance the purchase of a business. Here are the primary methods: Buyer Financing Some buyers may have the cash available to purchase the business. Some may elect to use the equity in their residence, or other real estate....