Sell Your Business Archives - Dolan Sales Inc.

Why 80% of Businesses Don’t Sell

by Candace | Oct 23, 2024 | Broker Advice, Sell Your Business

According to multiple sources, 80% of businesses fail to sell because the owners didn’t plan ahead. Waiting until the last minute or being forced to sell limits options and opportunities for a successful sale. Key Financial Preparation Steps Year-End Financial...

9 Steps to Maximize Your Business’s Market Value

by Candace | Jul 30, 2024 | Broker Advice, Business Valuation, Sell Your Business, Uncategorized

Selling a high-value business is a significant decision and understanding the process can help ensure a smooth and successful transaction. At Dolan Sales, we have over 45 years of experience guiding business owners through each step, ensuring you maximize your...

The Best Time to Sell is in a Rising Market

by Candace | Jul 16, 2024 | Broker Advice, Sell Your Business

Selling your business when conditions are not optimal can be challenging, but it may be the most advantageous move you can make. The prime time to sell is when your business is thriving, particularly when your Owner Discretionary Earnings (SDE) are robust, you have a...

How to Sell a Business in Florida

by Brandon Kelly | Jan 19, 2021 | Sell Your Business

The average Florida business owner has a lot on their mind. When most people think about owning a business, they’re focused on the present and immediate future. Everything is about making sure the day to day runs smoothly and that they’re on track to meet...

Get Mentally Prepared for Due Diligence

by Robert Dolan | Feb 18, 2019 | Business Broker, Sell Your Business, Sell Your Company

Depending on the size of the transaction, due diligence can take the most energy and patience of any step in the sales process. Prepare yourself mentally for a slog. There is no shortcut and it is required to provide almost any requested information to validate your...

The Main Drivers of a Higher Business Valuation

by Robert Dolan | Dec 29, 2018 | Business Broker, Sell Your Business, Sell Your Company

As with real estate, the value of a business is primarily based on what comparable businesses have sold for, in same business category, in the recent past, with a similar owner benefit range — also known as seller discretionary income — and geography. From the...