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Tip #45 – “Where Did You Come Up With That Number?”

Many business owners try to determine the price of their business based on how hard they have worked over the years. But the market will tell them that the business value is really what it is worth to a new owner in the future.

As a result, there are many factors to examine – equipment, employees, market position, technology – the list goes on and on.

Business owners should get a business valuation performed by a professional to get a real sense of market value.

Front Range2012-07-10T00:01:19-07:00July 10th, 2012|Maximizing Business Value|

Tip #35 – Low Owner Energy, Low Company Performance!

If a company is on a downward trend, many business owners think they can bring their companies back from a business valuation that does not meet their expectations.

But it takes reinvigorated energy that many business owners no longer have. Very few companies can make that leap back to new heights without a strong drive, clear vision and robust leadership from the owner.

Sometimes it is best to recognize the reality of the situation and exit the business before it goes any further downhill.

Front Range2011-08-02T00:01:15-07:00August 2nd, 2011|Maximizing Business Value|

Tip #31 – Buyers And Sellers Usually Have A Very Different View Of Business Value!

Most business owners think their business should be priced more than it’s worth — mainly because of all of their hard work over the years.

But they have to realize there are certain economics and realities that dictate the price. Besides the various methods of business valuation, the cash flow ultimately must provide the new owner a return on cash investment, ability to service debt and a reasonable salary for the owner and/or manager.

Unfortunately, too many business owners find major disappointment because the marketplace has not accepted […]

Front Range2011-04-05T00:01:14-07:00April 5th, 2011|Maximizing Business Value|

Tip #28 – Without A Plan, Business Owners Could End Up With A “Value Gap”!

Most retiring business owners expect that their financial needs will be met when they sell their companies.

Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Business owners should have a business valuation performed by an independent professional and then create an “Exit Plan” to close the value gap if one exists.

Click here for a brief MSNBC video on preparing to leave your business.

Front Range2010-11-09T00:01:22-07:00November 9th, 2010|Maximizing Business Value|