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In today’s business climate, reviews are the differentiator.  Years ago, people commonly asked for references when they were vetting a product or service.  But these days when people are searching for a local business to work with, they are likely to conduct research on their own and read online reviews.  Google reviews can give businesses a big credibility boost without having to spend a dime.  Let’s take a look at some of the key benefits. Increased Credibility & Trust According

When contemplating the sale of a business, an important option to consider is seller financing.  Many potential buyers don’t have the necessary capital or lender resources to pay cash.  Even if they do, they are often reluctant to put such a hefty sum of cash into what, for them, is a new and untried venture. Why the hesitation?  The typical buyer feels that, if the business is really all that it’s “advertised” to be, it should pay for itself.  Buyers

Running a business can be exciting, scary, and sometimes boring. If you’ve lost interest or are ready to move onto something else, a sale might give you the adrenaline jolt that starting a business once offered. The truth is that most owners are not fully prepared to sell, and have highly unrealistic expectations. The Ext Planning Institute’s State of Owner Readiness Survey in 2013 revealed that the majority of owners (76 percent) hoped to transition in the next decade. Nearly