How to Sell Your Business: A Step-by-Step Prep Guide
Selling a business is not like selling a house. There is no MLS listing, no standard closing process, and no reliable way to “comp” your business.
Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale: What Sellers Need to Know
When you sell your business, one of the first structural decisions is whether the deal will be an asset sale or a stock sale.
IOI vs. LOI: What’s the Difference in M&A?
Understanding the difference between an IOI and an LOI helps you know where you stand in the sale process.
What Is a Letter of Intent (LOI) in a Business Sale?
If you’re selling your business, the letter of intent is the moment everything shifts from hypothetical to real.
When Is the Right Time to Sell Your Business?
When you sell from a position of strength, you control the timing, the terms, and the outcome.
How Long Does It Take to Sell a Business?
The total timeline to closing can stretch from 3 to 18 months when you consider all factors.
SDE: What It Means and How to Calculate It
Seller Discretionary Earnings is the single most important number in most small business transactions.
SDE vs. EBITDA: Which One Matters When Selling
SDE captures the total financial benefit available to a single owner who works in the business.
EBITDA Multiples by Industry: What Buyers Actually Pay
EBITDA multiple is the ratio between a company’s enterprise value and its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization.
Common Mistakes Buyers Make
Buying a business requires a different mindset than building one from scratch.