Posts by Blake Taylor
What is included in the Sale of a Business – Q & A
There are many different things that can be included in the sale of a business. We’ll discuss what is typically included in the sale price so that you will know what to expect and be prepared to negotiate effectively. When buying or selling a business, many things are negotiable. When a seller is comparing two…
Read MoreWho is the Best Middle Market Business Broker?
Are you considering selling a middle-market company? If so, you are probably looking for the best business broker to handle the sale of your middle-market company. Before discussing who the best lower middle-market business brokers are, we need to know what the lower middle market is? In most cases, the middle market is defined by…
Read MoreChecklist for selling a business
The decision to sell your business is usually one of the most important decisions you will ever make. So it helps to prepare properly for this with the right checklist to sell your business. With over 18 years of experience in selling companies, we’ll provide a checklist of 10 items to consider when selling your…
Read MoreList of the Best Business Brokers in the United States
There are a number of lists of the best business brokers in the United States. We’ll provide information on the different lists of business brokers and some of the criteria they use to put business brokers on their list. We’ll also discuss which business brokers’ names show up consistently on the lists of top business…
Read More2021 is a good year to sell a profitable business
If you are contemplating selling your business in 2021, you are probably wondering whether now is a good time. We are just coming out of a pandemic and recession, and many businesses are having trouble. However, some companies are thriving and there is demand for these companies. Synergy Business Brokers has been selling profitable companies…
Read More6 Differences between Business Brokers and Real Estate Agents
1. Areas of Expertise Real Estate Agents focus on selling physical property and land. They sometimes sell businesses with the property, but it’s not their area of expertise. Business Brokers focus on selling businesses but sometimes sell the property with a business. If you are selling both your business and your property, you should get…
Read MoreHow much is my Business Worth?
If you wonder, “How much is my business worth?” or “What is the actual value of my business?” We will help provide some guidelines for how companies are valued. We also provide a business valuation to the companies we help sell. Our years of experience selling businesses for their optimal value have allowed us to…
Read MoreShould I Sell My Company Myself or Hire A Business Broker?
If you own a company and are thinking about retiring, then you may be wondering: Should I sell my company myself or hire a business broker? You may be deciding whether to pass your business down to one or more of your family members. Some considerations are, do they have the capabilities and interest to…
Read MoreBuying or Selling a Business in 2021
Despite what many people think, 2021 is a good time to buy or sell a profitable business. In fact, we sold more businesses in the last 12 months than any other year, and 2021 is shaping up to be our best year yet. We’ll cover some of the reasons why the outlook for 2021 is…
Read MoreWhat are the Fees for Selling a Business?
You have worked long and hard to build up your business, and now you are thinking of retiring. The question is, how should you go about selling your business, and what types of fees can you expect to pay? Some Mergers & Acquisitions firms and Business Brokers charge an upfront fee and/or a retainer fee,…
Read MoreBuy or Sell a Company with Recurring Revenue
If you are thinking of buying or selling a company, you may have heard the term: recurring revenue. But what exactly is recurring revenue? Recurring Revenue is the part of a company’s revenue that is expected to continue in the future. It is not necessarily guaranteed to continue in the future, but it’s much more…
Read More8 Steps to Transition a Business to Another Owner
Every year, over 500,000 businesses change hands. This figure is only expected to increase in the coming years as baby boomers retire and sell their company. Purchasing an existing business is an enticing business tactic since it allows you to become an entrepreneur without starting from scratch. You get to avoid all the pain points associated…
Read MoreSelling your Company: Asset Sale or Stock Sale?
If you are contemplating selling your company, you may have heard the terms asset sale or stock sale. We’ll discuss the nature of each type of sale and describe when a deal might lead to a stock sale versus an asset sale. First, we’ll discuss an asset sale because that is the most common form…
Read MoreShould you advertise your Business for Sale on BizBuySell yourself?
BizBuySell is the largest online business for sale marketplace. We will discuss the benefits and disadvantages of advertising your business for sale on BizBuySell without a Business Broker. As one of the top Business Brokers in the Country, Synergy Business Brokers has used BizBuySell as an advertising vehicle for over 18 years. Advertising on BizBuySell…
Read MoreShark Tank & Selling a Business
Many business owners watch Shark Tank and wonder how this might apply to their business when they are ready to sell. Shark Tank can be a great place to get exposure for your business while also getting an investment. It is a popular show and has helped a number of business owners to grow their…
Read More14 things to do to Sell your Business for the Highest Price
When a Business Owner considers selling their company, one of the things they are concerned with is: How can I sell my business for the highest price? There are a lot of factors that go into how much a business will sell for. Based on our years of experience selling companies, we provide you with…
Read MoreHow long does it take to sell a company?
Below you will find the updated text format of the information in the infographic above. Be sure to read the content below as we will update it to fit more recent information. How Long Does It Take To Sell A Business Many business owners want to know how long it will…
Read MoreWhat’s the Difference between Business Brokers & M&A firms?
If you are considering selling your business, you may be wondering what the difference is between Business Brokers and M&A firms. They both handle the sale of businesses. To make matters more confusing, some advisory firms that handle the sale of businesses are a combination of an M&A firm and a Business Broker. We’ll compare…
Read MoreHow to Buy and Merge a Business With Mine
When you merge your business with another business or businesses, you consolidate two or more companies into one. You can compare a merger to a marriage. The companies involved in the merger join their assets, staff and other resources together, forming a new legal entity. As with a marriage, things can go well for the…
Read MoreIs buying a business a good investment?
Many people want to own a business. But is buying a business a good investment? The answer, of course, depends on the buyer and the business that they are purchasing. It’s important to do your research in determining your strengths and weaknesses and what you can offer to a business that you would purchase in…
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