March 27, 2023
Why Hiring a Business Broker/M&A Advisor Can Help You Successfully Sell Your Business Faster
Selling a business takes work. It is a complex process that involves many steps and can be time-consuming. However, hiring the right business broker can make this process much simpler and more efficient, helping you successfully sell your business faster. Market Knowledge As experienced professionals in business sales, business brokers understand the market and have […]
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March 22, 2023
Selling Your Business to the Right Buyer: How to Find the Perfect Match
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. Other than wanting to know that your […]
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March 18, 2023
The Dos and Don’ts of Due Diligence in Mergers and Acquisitions
Due diligence is an essential part of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). It is a process that involves investigating the target company to ensure that all relevant information has been disclosed before the deal is finalized. The aim of due diligence is to identify any potential risks or liabilities associated with the acquisition, assess the strategic […]
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March 10, 2023
Rivals to Partners: The Surprising Benefits of Merging with Your Competitors
At first, glance, merging with a competitor can seem counterintuitive. After all, most businesses strive to gain an edge over their competitors to succeed. However, many surprising benefits come from merging with your competitors – benefits many companies are beginning to discover and implement. On the most basic level, merging with a competitor eliminates competition […]
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February 10, 2023
How to Sell a Hotel Business
The hotel industry in the United States is growing which is certainly good news for hotel owners intending to sell a hotel business. In 2022 there were at least 132, 228 hotels and motels scattered across the U.S., 8.3% more than in 2021. Forecasts are predicting that in 2023 there will be nearly 2,934 hotel […]
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February 3, 2023
Sell an IT Business Successfully in 5 Steps
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. A first step may be cleaning up […]
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January 17, 2023
Looking to Sell a Healthcare Business?
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. It can be a daunting undertaking. However, we’ve simplified the process. This post examines five top ways to sell a healthcare business. You’ll want to read to the end for our […]
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December 16, 2022
How to Sell a Manufacturing Business
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 Wise sellers hire a business […]
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November 29, 2022
Ready to Sell Your HVAC Business?
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. In […]
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November 23, 2022
How to Sell an IT Business
Are you keen to find out how to go about selling an IT business? You’re in the right place. There are many factors to determine when considering the sale of an IT or data business. From deciding the value of the business to determining the best business broker to hire, every detail of the selling […]
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November 7, 2022
How To Sell Your Business with a PPP Loan
Perhaps you’ve asked, “Can I sell my business if I got a PPP loan?” The long and short is yes, it’s possible, however, there’s a series of considerations from the Small Business Administration (SBA), the holder of your PPP loan debt that you need to comply with. In this post, we explore what those terms […]
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October 25, 2022
Sell Your Business to Employees
How do you sell your business to employees? Selling your business to key employees provides you with an alternative exit plan. There are several main deal structures that both buyer and seller can lean on to facilitate the transaction: Long-term installment sale Leveraged management buyout Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) In this post, we’re going […]
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October 5, 2022
Sell a Business Fast
If you came to this article it’s likely you are looking to sell your business fast. But what is the timeline for a fast business sale? 54% of brokers say it takes anywhere from 6 to 11 months for a business to sell. The United States Small Business Administration puts the timeline at 24 months […]
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September 9, 2022
How to Sell Business Equity
Should you sell business goodwill? If it makes financial sense and you understand the dilution aspect of selling equity and the potential interference from investors, then yes, go ahead. It’s a common enough practice. People sell business ownership for a variety of reasons: Needing capital to actually start the company; Swapping equity for additional capital […]
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August 12, 2022
Selling a Business During Lawsuit
Can you sell your business during a lawsuit? While it is certainly not impossible, it’s going to be an uphill battle trying to convince your buyers otherwise. In this post, we take a look at the issues you need to address if you’re facing litigation but are still intent on going ahead with the sale. […]
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July 29, 2022
Can You Sell Part of a Business?
Can you sell part of a business? Yes. Spinning off non-core or non-performing divisions is a common enough business practice. In this post, we’re going to tackle the operational and legal implications of divesting, as well as consider how to position yourself so you get the best asking price. We’ll also be answering two fundamental […]
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July 13, 2022
How to Sell a Business Discreetly
Are you a business owner wondering how to sell a business without anyone knowing? There are a plethora of reasons you may wish to sell your business discreetly. As seasoned M&A experts, we understand. We know the prevalence of unethical practices carried out by unscrupulous competitors who feign interest in the hopes of acquiring trade […]
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July 13, 2022
Sun Acquisitions Announces the Sale of Larry’s Cartage Co., Inc. to U.S. Multimodal Group
Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the successful sale of Larry’s Cartage Co., Inc. to U.S. Multimodal Group. Larry’s Cartage is a growing, door-to-ramp and ramp-to-door drayage provider in Chicago and the Midwest. Since 1983, Larry’s has met the growing need for transportation solutions from ocean lines, brokers, importers, and freight forwarders. Since 1973, US […]
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July 6, 2022
How to Select a Business Broker
Selling a business is tough. It’s not for the faint of heart. And that’s why you need to have a seasoned business broker to guide, assist, and advise you during the process. But just how do you go about finding the right broker? In this post, we consider six questions that will help you know […]
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June 22, 2022
Why Sell Your Business
Why sell your business? Selling a business is emotionally, psychologically, and financially demanding. It can be hard and for some – cause intense sorrow and regret that can lead to suicide. So, why do people – especially entrepreneurs who have built this enterprise from the ground up – choose to hand over the reins? Well, […]
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