Oregon became the first state of the United States to make Labor Day an official public holiday in 1887. Thirty U.S. states officially celebrated Labor Day before it became an official federal holiday in 1894. Today, all 50 U.S. states, DC, and the US territories now observe the holiday, observed… Read More »Happy Labor day 2019 from Delta Business Advisors
Happy Labor day from Delta Business Advisors. We transition companies to new owners.
We’ve sent out the marketing information, courted our key buyers, vetted letters of intent, and held 90-minute conference calls. Now we’re down to the key moment: The M&A management presentation. It’s the first time our would-be buyers and sellers get together face-to-face. It’s kind of like meeting the parents for… Read More »They Did What?! Ways to Blow a M&A Management Presentation
Market Pulse Survey – 1st Quarter 2019 Presented by IBBA, M&A Source and in Partnership with Pepperdine University In Q1, final sale prices came in anywhere from 85% to 101% of the pre-set asking price or internal benchmark. Lower middle market companies in the $5 million to $50 million range… Read More »Where Are Business Values Trending?
As you consider why you’re selling, consider your post-sale priorities. How soon do you want to be able to walk away? Would you consider remaining involved after a sale? Do you have pressing financial issues that require an immediate cash payout, versus potentially greater value recouped over time? Get clear… Read More »Advisor M&A Tip-Know Why You’re Selling
If you missed today’s Bryan2Business Talk Radio show it was another great show and can be enjoyed here: https://b2bbryan.com/8-22-19. Today’s show covered Everyday carry (EDC) items, what is in your pocket. Bryan had some fantastic guests: Vince Vasquez Managing Member of C2 tactical gun ranges, and guns stores. Anthony Turchetta… Read More »Bryan 2 Business Show – The Business of EDC
The short answer: it depends. For most Business Owners, the answer is almost always No, it’s a bad idea. This is even more true if your team is small in number and a very tight-knit group. There are a lot of ups and downs in selling a business…and it takes… Read More »Should Employees Be Informed I’m Selling?
Business owners are so busy running their companies every day, they never seem to have time to plan for exiting the business. But they can’t avoid planning for this critical time in their lives. Presenting a business for sale is very different than managing it with the business owner’s personal management style… Read More »Tip #009 Lost Exit Plan
If you missed yesterday’s Bryan 2 Business show, hosted by our own Bryan Detwiler. The show was about the ancient roots and modern use of bartering, and precious metals in our everyday lives and businesses. They also explored how technology is changing these ancient trade systems, and creating new opportunities for… Read More »Bryan 2 Business Show – From Bartering to Bullion
Selling a business gets complicated fast. There are a lot of moving parts, and buyers will demand information that can be hard to pin down. To sell your company without running into major problems, it’s a good idea to have a professional working with you who has been through the… Read More »How a Trusted Advisor Can Help Sell Your Business