Resources

These exit-planning professionals can help you prepare for a smooth, lucrative sale. We’ve included coaches, consultancies, accounting firms and wealth advisors.

You don’t always have to sell your entire business. Sometimes it’s smarter to sell your intellectual property. We break down how to identify, value and sell your IP.

All-cash buyers aren’t as common as you might think. Here’s why SBA-backed buyers could be the key to selling your business, and what you need to know going into the process.

What should you expect from working with a broker? How much do they charge, and how should you choose one?

Here’s how to calculate SDE, or seller’s discretionary earnings, plus how one seller made changes in his business to increase SDE and subsequently, his company’s valuation.

You have the most leverage before you sign a Letter of Intent. So make sure you review it closely—and with a lawyer— before signing.

Timing your business sale involves more than just market conditions. Here are three key factors to consider when deciding if it’s the right time to exit.

Choosing an M&A advisor is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make when selling your business. Here’s what you need to know to choose the right broker for you.