What Type of Business Should You Buy? When you’re thinking about buying a business, one of the most important things to consider is how well it suits your background and skillset. Think beyond just profitability—consider how you’ll run the business day to day and what…

Why Now Is the Time to Sell or Invest Bookkeeping businesses are experiencing a surge in buyer demand, with recent sales data highlighting fierce competition and rising valuations across the country. Listings are attracting strong interest within days, and sellers are increasingly achieving full asking…

Overcoming Obstacles in a Complex Business Sale Selling a business is rarely a simple process—but for one recent seller, the journey came with added personal and legal complexity. In the midst of a difficult divorce, the client was ordered by the court to divest his…

How to Identify the Key Drivers of a Successful Exit Many small business owners find themselves asking the same question: Is my business actually saleable? The answer is almost always yes—at the right price and with the right positioning. Whether your business is thriving, facing…

Why Business Brokers Recast Owner’s Earnings When Valuing a Business for Sale When appraising a business for sale, brokers frequently make a financial adjustment known as “recasting” or “adding back” the owner’s earnings. This process is a fundamental part of presenting a business’s true earning…

How to Sell Your Retail Business: A Practical Guide for Shop Owners Selling a retail business is a significant milestone—one that often comes with both emotional and financial considerations. Whether you’re ready to retire, pivot to a new opportunity, or simply step away from the…