The True Meaning of a Fairness Opinion
Many people assume they know what “fairness opinion” means because they are familiar with the term “fair market value.” Fair market value refers to a price that is reasonable for both a buyer and seller in an open and competitive market. However, a fairness opinion is quite different. This term refers to a report that evaluates the facts of a merger or acquisition or any other type of...Read More 0
Telling the Story of Your Business
Often selling a business comes down to storytelling. The buyer and seller are the main characters of the story that is being told. The seller is the one relaying the story, and the ideal buyer is the one who truly sees the future opportunity. A Brokerage Professional Can Help Tell Your Story The simple fact of the matter is that often even sellers don’t know what the true story of their...Read More 0
4 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Business in Long Island NY
So, you’ve decided that enough is enough and you want to sell your business. You’re probably thinking of enjoying retirement or pursuing other goals such as starting another venture or becoming a monk. Whatever your motivation is, it’s ultimately your business and your choice. Regardless, NYC selling a business is no laughing matter, and, before going any further, you should...Read More 0
Why Your Business May Not Be Listed by Business Brokers
Whenever you wish to sell a business, it’s always a good idea to count on the assistance of a good business agent. However, you should not expect the business broker to take care of all the problems. Some Long Island business brokers can be overly picky when deciding to list a business for sale, which is highly understandable once we consider the complex regulatory framework that must be...Read More 0
How Sellers Can Boost Their Levels of Success
Many buyers view a publicly-held company as virtually being an open book with at least a modest level of transparency, whereas privately-held companies reveal much less about their inner workings, financial, and otherwise. Of course, this means that buyers of privately-held companies are left with no choice but to dig through whatever information is available in an effort to determine if a...Read More 0
Not All Buyers Are Created Equal: The Mindset of the Serious Buyer
Just as every person is different, the same invariably holds true for buyers. No two buyers are the same. Further, no two buyers have the same mindset, emotional makeup, or approach to business. The simple fact is that buyers opt to buy businesses for a very wide range of reasons. The bottom line is that it is up to business brokers and M&A advisors to find serious buyers so as not to...Read More 0
How To Sell A Grocery Store
Grocery stores were generally unaffected by the health crisis that spanned from 2020 to the time of writing. With a market size of over $750 billion and roughly 2,800,000 employees, grocery stores in the US have become very solidified within the current market paradigm and may excel in comparison to other industries in terms of business valuations. Long Island grocery stores are no exception....Read More 0
Important Factors to Consider in Your Lease
Owning and operating a business can be rather demanding and that means from time-to-time details can slip through the cracks. All too often, businessowners don’t fully comprehend their leases and this can lead to a variety of problems. For example, if your business location is a key part of your success, it is incredibly important that you are well aware of all the essential points in your...Read More 0
Should A Business Be Sold After Its Most Profitable Year?
What goes up eventually goes down, even if just momentarily. In the stock market, the saying goes “buy low, sell high”. This could likewise apply to business selling but in a more concrete way. Unless you’re planning to keep your Long Island venture for the long term, you may want to sell your business whenever you’re able to get the highest business valuation. Long...Read More 0
3 Warning Signs for Sellers to Be Aware Of
If you’re getting ready to sell your business, you’ll want to be on high alert for potential warning signs that could potentially derail the deal. Of course, time is of the essence when it comes to finalizing your deal. Why spend time negotiating with a buyer who is either not really interested or is simply not qualified to buy? Let’s take a look at some of the top buyer warning signs. 1....Read More 0
