Learn how to increase the value of your business before selling.
You invest a lot of time and money into your business, and when you decide to sell it, you want to make sure you are getting a great price! It’s important to incorporate strategies that increase the value of your business now so that you will receive the best offers from potential buyers. Continue reading for a few tips on how to increase the value of your business before selling it.
Invest In Your Staff
A well-trained staff is a crucial factor that can drive up your company’s value. Take the time now to invest in their training, and ensure they are treated well and compensated fairly. A happy staff is a more productive staff, and buyers will be more inclined to purchase a business with quality employees. Buyers also know that it is time-consuming to hire employees themselves, so they are often looking for businesses with staff that are loyal to the company and are willing to stay under new ownership.
What Makes You Different
If you are in an industry with thousands of similar businesses, it’s essential to highlight what makes you stand out from the rest. Focus on your niche and creative ways to show that your company is unique, and your value will increase over time.
Organization
When it comes time to sell your business, remember that all buyers are most interested in purchasing a successful, profitable business. Cash flow is a significant factor, so your records should be organized to easily show the history or profitability of your business. Take the time to organize your books before it comes time to sell, so everything will be in order for the interested parties looking to buy your business.
Include Equipment
Equipment and furnishings can be very expensive, and many buyers will not follow through with a transaction that doesn’t include all equipment. To drive up the value of your business, make it known that all equipment needed to run the company is included in the purchase. This allows you to set a higher asking price, and many buyers will take the offer as it will save them a lot of time and money in the future.
Sell With Atlantic Business Brokerage, Inc.
At Atlantic Business Brokerage, our mission is quite simple; we help sellers sell businesses, and buyers buy businesses! Over the past 30 years, ABBI has facilitated the sale of countless commercial properties, businesses, and franchised locations. With our unparalleled knowledge of the business purchase and sale industry and our network of contacts, we offer services to both buyers and sellers that no other brokerage firm can match.
Contact us to discuss your business buying and selling goals today at 410-561-9800, or Toll-Free at 800-279-7569. Email us at [email protected], and follow us online on Facebook and LinkedIn.