Viking Mergers

JANUARY 7, 2022

Overall, working with a business broker is the best way to sell your business fast. Business brokers specialize in the buying and selling of businesses, and they can save you a great deal of trouble compared to selling on your own. Be sure to follow these 5 foundational steps: 1. Determine how much your business is worth.

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Viking Mergers

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Selling a business is a complex process. These ten proactive tips will help a first-time seller prepare to sell their business for the highest value. . Accurate historical and current financial reports are vital to selling your business for the highest value. Selling a business takes time, and there will be challenges.

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Viking Mergers

APRIL 16, 2022

As business brokers, one of the most common questions we receive is, “What does your selling process look like?” Our 7-Step Process for Selling a Business. This is also your opportunity to hear about what we do, how we do it, what it costs, and what you can expect throughout the selling process. Buyer Pre-Screening.

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A Neumann & Associates

MARCH 4, 2024

“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin As a business owner, there are many major milestones throughout your history of ownership including buying the business, growing and reaping the financial rewards of satisfying your customers, and ultimately making the decision to sell. How large is the team?

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Viking Mergers

JUNE 14, 2022

the seller and the buyer). When a buyer presents an offer document (LOI or Offer for Purchase are most often used) to purchase your business, besides the proposed purchase price, it will include proposed payment terms, conveyance of assets, legalities, post-closing transition period, and more. 1) Representations & Warranties.

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Viking Mergers

MARCH 1, 2023

While selling a business probably isn’t the first scenario that comes to mind when you hear the phrase, it is definitely an appropriate mindset to have. Our M&A Deal Killers series of blog posts dives into the top 5 business deal breakers in business sales and how you can identify, prevent, and resolve them.

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Viking Mergers

MARCH 12, 2023

And how can you move your business from 3x to 5x to 7x? You differentiate your business — and increase its sale price — by removing as many doubts, questions, and risks as possible for a potential buyer. The inverse of risk is the multiple a buyer pays.) But it does mean you should have a good management team.

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Sun Acquisitions

JANUARY 22, 2024

Economic downturns, market disruptions, and unforeseen global events can all throw a wrench into even the most well-laid plans. For business owners looking to sell their companies, these uncertain times can add more complexity to a significant decision. A cohesive and adaptable team can be a significant asset during the sale process.

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Sun Acquisitions

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Selling a business is a significant milestone for any entrepreneur or business owner. However, selling a business is not as straightforward as putting up a For Sale sign and waiting for buyers to flock in. Step 1: Preparation and Valuation Before putting your business on the market, preparing it for sale is crucial.

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Viking Mergers

MAY 13, 2022

In our experience, successful strategic acquisitions focus on the following eight factors: 1. Mergers and acquisitions are often discussed together, but the terms are not actually interchangeable. The term merger refers to a strategic process whereby two or more companies mutually enter a legal agreement to form a new business entity.

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Viking Mergers

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

I speak regularly these days with business owners and buyers who have concerns about the market, and specifically, about how their business might fare in a potential recession. Then the market crashed. How could my company survive when our entire existing client base was at a standstill? Pivoting in ‘08-09.

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A Neumann & Associates

JANUARY 12, 2023

The process of selling your business can be a very rewarding experience – both financially and in terms of lifestyle for you and your family. However, if improperly handled, an attempt at selling a business can be a nightmare fraught with complex challenges that will surely doom the effort to fail.

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Sun Acquisitions

JULY 6, 2022

Selling a business is tough. But just how do you go about finding the right broker? In this post, we consider six questions that will help you know how to select a business broker. How experienced is the broker? Business marketing. How much time will the broker dedicate to your cause? Financial recasting.

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Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

To sell an IT business successfully, there are a couple of steps you can follow to streamline the process. 1. Preparation for Sale If your exit strategy is a sale, it’s important that you take sufficient time to get the business ready to be put on the market. How much information do you put out into the market?

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Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 15, 2022

Are you thinking of selling your company and want to know how to sell a business? Selling a business, whether small, medium or large is a complex undertaking. In this post, we discuss six steps that will help you create a solid plan of how to sell your business. Why are you selling your business?

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Value Scope

APRIL 9, 2021

Click to Download: Transcending Fair Market Value Transcending Fair Market Value “Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.” 1] But the concept of value is complex. 1] But the concept of value is complex. intrinsic value, fair value, fair market value). How do you measure that? It transcends FMV.

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Value Scope

APRIL 9, 2021

Click to Download: Transcending Fair Market Value. Transcending Fair Market Value. Margaret Wolfe Hungerford (née Hamilton), who authored many books, often under the pseudonym of ‘The Duchess’ When I think about value, I (like most in my profession) think first about fair market value (“FMV”). It transcends FMV.

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Sun M&A

MAY 24, 2023

When it comes to selling your business, there are many important factors to consider. For example, you may be concerned about getting maximum value from the sale or finding a buyer who aligns with your mission and values. Here are five techniques you can use to find buyers that align with your goals and objectives.

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Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The hotel industry in the United States is growing which is certainly good news for hotel owners intending to sell a hotel business. While selling a hotel can indeed be difficult, with the right professionals guiding you, it can be a seamless affair. This lends credibility to the financial statements you present to potential buyers.

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Sun Acquisitions

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Selling a manufacturing business doesn’t have to be complex. If you know what to do you can cut down on the time-consuming process of selling a business. In this post, we present six steps to guide you on how to make the selling process smoother. 1. Engage a Business Broker. An experienced broker will.

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Sun Acquisitions

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you’re planning on selling your healthcare business, you may be wondering who to sell it to and how you will accomplish this feat. This post examines five top ways to sell a healthcare business. 1. Hire a Business Broker. 2. Sell to a Strategic Buyer. 3. Sell to a Financial Buyer.

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Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

You might be gearing up to sell your HVAC business for a number of reasons – retirement, change in marital status, poor health—or any of a myriad of other reasons. Whatever your motivation for selling, we’re sure you want a seamless transition in which you walk away with a decent profit from the sale. billion valuation by 2030.

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IBG Business

JULY 5, 2023

Your willingness to carry back a portion of your sale price expands the pool of potential buyers and can drive up your price, level the field in due diligence, and turn your sale into a good investment. Or, less appealing, the seller might be asked to subordinate their carryback to the buyer’s bank loan or other form of leveraging.

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Viking Mergers

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Whether you’re looking for a business or a buyer, the Charleston, South Carolina, area should be on your shortlist. And for the second year in a row, South Carolina ranked #1 for its easy-to-navigate regulations. And for the second year in a row, South Carolina ranked #1 for its easy-to-navigate regulations.

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Sun Acquisitions

MAY 26, 2022

If you’re wondering where to sell a small business, you’re in the right place. As seasoned M&A brokers, we’ve dealt with our fair share of buyers and sellers, and here are the top 6 places we recommend you consider selling your business. Where do business owners go to list their businesses for sale? M&A Brokers.

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FE International

MARCH 23, 2022

For more in-depth reading on valuation, see our post How to Value a Website or Internet Business. To get your SaaS business valued for free, please fill in the main form on our Sell a Website page. . Software as a Service (SaaS) is a unique and growing industry, and one that requires special considerations when it comes time to sell.

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 22, 2023

The first step in a successful sale of your business is finding the right buyer. Not every potential buyer will be a perfect match, but if you take the time to ensure you’re selling your business to a compatible party, it could avoid disaster for both parties involved. The answer may be more complex than you think.

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Reynolds Holding

APRIL 22, 2024

SVE Promoted a Clever Idea For a moment in time, SVE created a marketplace where shareholders can sell their votes in a company without selling the underlying shares. SVE Promoted a Clever Idea For a moment in time, SVE created a marketplace where shareholders can sell their votes in a company without selling the underlying shares.

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Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 5, 2022

If you came to this article it’s likely you are looking to sell your business fast. 54% of brokers say it takes anywhere from 6 to 11 months for a business to sell. However, this isn’t to say that it’s not possible to sell in a shorter time frame. Step 1: Figure out your reason for selling.

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Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 15, 2022

How much is your business worth? It’s not how much you think or hope the business is worth. In this post, we’re going to answer why you need to conduct a business valuation, how you can determine your business value, and how to find the best business valuation specialists. 3 Steps to Value Your Business Before Selling.

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Value Scout

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Key Takeaways: When it comes to exiting a business, a significant misunderstanding is that the value of a company is equal to the price that a buyer will pay. The truth is companies regularly sell for much more (or much less) than their perceived fair market value – real-world markets are not fair.

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Sun M&A

MAY 24, 2023

Selling a business requires careful consideration and planning to ensure a successful transaction. However, maximizing the value of your business will extend beyond finding the right buyer. How you present the company and navigate the sale process will also affect your asking price. Follow these strategies to get the best deal.

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FE International

APRIL 20, 2022

Acquirers have continued to benefit from historically low interest rates and many sellers have opted to exit while the market is strong with multiples continuing to grow. 2021 was a year where the world adjusted to the new normal of the COVID-19 pandemic. A big benefactor of these global challenges has been the e-commerce industry.

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ThomsonReuters

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

the potential market available to tax and accounting firms is massive. Here are a few ways you can market your firm’s services to individuals and small businesses. How to market tax and accounting services. How to market tax and accounting services. Create buyer personas. With more than 144.3

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Peak Business Valuation

MARCH 1, 2023

Selling a business can be a big undertaking, but if done right, one that can be very rewarding. There are many things you can do along the way to avoid common mistakes when selling a business. Below we address these and how you can perform adequate due diligence to avoid these mistakes. We are happy to help!

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Peak Business Valuation

APRIL 27, 2024

The fair value of automotive equipment is crucial when buying , selling , and lending. No industry is the same in its equipment or market conditions. These clients buy, sell, and lend to businesses with automotive equipment. To better manage this equipment, you should know its financial value. Schedule a Free Consultation!

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Equilest

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

We'll explore the fundamental concepts underpinning the valuation process, demystify the dynamics that give rise to this dilemma, and offer insights into how stakeholders can decipher the true worth of a business. This puzzle has big implications for people who buy, sell, or advise on businesses.

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