FAQs

It’s never too early to plan, but if you want to increase value, improve your company’s marketability, and ensure a quick transition, you should start now.

Yes, all prospective buyers are carefully vetted for financial capability and required to sign confidentiality agreements.

Multiple factors, including EBITDA, growth potential, and market conditions, drive business value. Accurate and transparent financial records significantly enhance valuation.

Transparency is key. Aligning financial statements and tax returns enhances your business’s appeal and ensures a fair valuation.

Seller financing can be beneficial, but it isn’t mandatory. Businesses with strong financials may require less seller involvement, but offering financing can broaden your buyer pool.

Timelines vary. Have you planned for your exit? Your advisor will help you set realistic expectations based on market conditions, pricing strategies, and business attractiveness.

Employees are your key asset and typically remain unless the new owner initiates significant changes. Clear communication supports a smooth transition.

Tax returns and financial statements often differ due to accounting methods and year-end adjustments like depreciation and amortization. We help you understand these details clearly.

Banks typically require a 10%-20% equity injection. 

Owners often minimize taxable income by claiming legitimate deductions such as owner salary and personal benefits. Understanding these can reveal the true business profitability.

Seller financing can be negotiated; however, this can be a risky strategy when competing for high quality opportunities.

Banks are eager to finance acquisitions with strong earnings. We recommend consulting multiple lenders to secure the most favorable terms.

Buyers frequently discover untapped potential that current owners haven’t pursued. Sellers often share valuable insights on industry trends and opportunities.

Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization, typically used for assessing larger businesses.

The ideal business aligns with your skills, passions and lifestyle. A personal match often leads to greater satisfaction and success.

Common reasons include retirement, health issues, relocation or lifestyle changes unrelated to the business’s health.

Due to confidentiality, employees, customers, and vendors are unaware of the sale and are not introduced to a buyer until after the closing.