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(And Why It’s Often Lower Than You Think)

As a first-time buyer, there are things you need to know.

What Every Business Owner Needs to Know Before Listing

Thinking of buying a business? Discover why purchasing an established business for sale—like a gas station, plumbing, or landscaping company—is a smarter, lower-risk path to entrepreneurship. Learn how to secure financing, gain immediate cash flow, and take over proven operations.

Think your business is worth more than buyers will pay? Many owners overestimate their value due to emotional attachment, market blind spots, or overly optimistic projections. A proper business valuation ensures a fair price, attracts serious buyers, and speeds up the sale.

Unraveling Business Goodwill: The Unseen Asset in Enterprises

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) represent essential corporate activities that present an opportunity to reshape industries, transform companies, and drive economic growth. Keep reading to learn more about what M&A is, and to gain a better understanding of its concepts, processes, significance, and how a business broker can help.

When it comes to assessing the worth of a business, the valuation process can be both intricate and multi-faceted. Understanding the value of a company is crucial for various purposes, such as mergers and acquisitions, investment decisions, or determining a fair selling price. This blog post will outline some common approaches to value, including the benefits of utilizing a business broker, and some of the methods used to determine a business’s actual worth.