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How to Transfer Your Business to a Family Member

October 8, 2022 By
Are you thinking of transferring your business to a family member? This occurrence is fairly common, especially among small businesses. Here are some considerations that will help with your planning and decision making. Do You Have a Good Contract? Sometimes close family members are tempted to skip a contract, but it’s always a mistake not to have things in writing. When you create a buy-sell agreement, it helps keep things clear between the parties involved. Make sure that your documentation
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Why Is Confidentiality So Vitally Important

October 1, 2022 By
When it’s time to sell a business, you will want to keep confidentiality first and foremost in your mind. The reality is that many deals do not succeed when confidentiality is breached and others learn that your business is for sale. Let’s take a look at why this is the case. What Can Occur When Confidentiality is Compromised? If vendors or suppliers find out that your company is for sale, it can negatively impact your business in different ways. One
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Selling a Business Means You Should Expect the Unexpected

September 10, 2022 By
No one ever said selling a business was predictable. However, the truth of the matter is that every sale is different. Even the reasons behind a business owner deciding to sell his or her business vary tremendously. If you are getting ready to sell, it’s important to be aware of the various aspects that could catch you off-guard. If you are prepared for the unexpected, you’ll be mentally ready for the sales process, which often does not go as planned.
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