Valuation of a Business
Business valuation of a privately held company can be calculated in so many different ways that the answer to the question “What is my company worth?” depends a great deal on whom, and why, you [...]
Maximize Your Return Through Careful Planning
Worries about credit conditions and the current economic climate may weigh heavily on the minds of business owners contemplating selling a company in the coming years. But maximizing the business [...]
Sellers, Don’t Fret About Credit Climate
Subprime lending has tightened, but the pace of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) remains relatively unaffected. In fact, global M&A in the first half of 2007 grew by 55 percent over 2006. [...]
Unsolicited Offers for Your Company
When an unsolicited buyer knocks on the door to ask if you’re selling your business, many owners are understandably pleased. However, the first buyer that approaches you may not be the best [...]
Private Equity Fuels a Seller’s Market
Private equity buyout firms, which raise and invest capital from pension funds, financial institutions and wealthy individuals, raised a record $100 billion in 2006 and, by some estimates, have [...]
Accurate Financials Key When Selling a Business
Ed Kirk explains how inconsistencies can raise red flags and jeopardize a deal. Click to Read More
Many Factors Go into Deciding When to Sell
To ensure a successful transition, Ed Kirk proposes planning early and making operations a focal point. Click to Read More
Retire Well by Timing Your Transition
Cynthia Hunston discusses how to evaluate transaction timing in light of your retirement goals. Click to Read More
SBA Gives Small Business Buyers More Options
Paul Keller comments on changes in SBA loan programs and their impacts on sellers of smaller companies. Click to Read More
Planning Ahead Increases Value of Small Businesses
Ed Kirk explains how planning your evenutal exit can increase the value of your company. Click to Read More
