Owner Dependence – Meritus Group Business Brokerage

Avoid the Trap of Owner Dependence: The One Shift That Can Add Value Fast

by Meritus Group Business Brokerage | Jul 3, 2025 | Business Exit Planning

You’ve been the engine behind your business—its innovator, its problem solver, its face in the community. But what happens when your central role becomes the very thing holding your company back from a successful sale? Owner dependence is one of the most common, yet...

Building a Business that Can Run Without You: Strategies for Reducing Owner Dependence

by chelly@marketingwiththeagency.com | Apr 28, 2023 | Business, Business financing and investment

As a business owner, it’s natural to take pride in the company you’ve built and the hard work you’ve put into it. However, when it comes time to sell your business, it’s essential to reduce your dependence on it to increase its value and appeal...