Business owners say the funniest things
Have you ever heard a business owner say something like the real-world quotes below? “I read an article that said my business is worth two times revenue.” (i.e., Sales are the real value of the business, not profits) “I never took a salary.” (My sacrifices must have...
Are there only five business exit strategies?
When you Google “exit strategies,” you will see the five standard methods below. Five Common Exit Strategies Sell the Business to Family or Friend Sell the Business to Management or Employees Mergers and Acquisitions Initial Public Offering Liquidation Sometimes, none...
Guide to Understanding the 44% Rule
There’s an old saying, “Business owners don’t sell for money; they sell because they are frustrated.” The price tag to end that frustration can be millions of dollars. In a low-interest rate economy, a big pile of cash is worth far less than an income stream. So when...
What is your business REALLY worth?
The oversimplified formula is 3X owner’s annual “take.” If you’ve ever had a formal business valuation and then tried to sell your business, you realize the business valuation is really only an estimate and indication of what a buyer might pay if all assumptions line...
The Financial Impact of Half-Retirement
If you are contemplating selling your business, we recommend you download the spreadsheet below to explore holding the business as an income-producing asset. Keep in mind that business ownership and equity and your job as CEO of the business are two roles, not one. We...Get Started Half-Retiring
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