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The sale prep checklist: What serious buyers expect to see from day one
We can still take a company to market quickly, but sellers who prepare in advance attract stronger offers.
The hidden risks of roll-ups: How sellers can protect themselves
A roll-up happens when an investor, private equity (PE) group, or larger company acquires multiple small businesses in the same industry and consolidates them into one bigger entity.
How long will it take to sell my business? The honest answer no broker gives you
Because selling a business is not like selling a house. It’s complex. It’s emotional. And how long it takes depends on how prepared you are.
Thinking of selling without a business broker? These 10 risks could cost you the deal
But every year, I see smart, capable business owners try to sell their company without professional help. And they pay the price.
You found a buyer—now what? How to protect yourself before signing the LOI
Here’s what every seller needs to know before signing an LOI, and how to protect your business, your time, and your peace of mind.
How to calculate EBITDA—and why it’s just the starting point for serious buyers
I’m Michelle Regner, founder of Business Brokers of America. I help business owners navigate every step of the sale—from organizing financials to negotiating the right deal—so they feel supported, informed, and in control. My mission is simple: to make sure you exit on your terms—with confidence, clean financials, and a strategy that protects what you’ve built. If you’re gearing up to sell, you’ve…
Asset vs. stock sale: what’s the difference and who benefits?
I’m Michelle Regner, founder of Business Brokers of America. I help business owners navigate every step of the sale—from organizing financials to negotiating the right deal—so they feel supported, informed, and in control. My mission is simple: to make sure you exit on your terms—with confidence, clean financials, and a strategy that protects what you’ve built. After 15 years of advising founders…
6 quirky (but very real) reasons buyers walked away after signing the LOI
I’m Michelle Regner, founder of Business Brokers of America. I help business owners navigate every step of the sale—from organizing financials to negotiating the right deal—so they feel supported, informed, and in control. My mission is simple: to make sure you exit on your terms—with confidence, clean financials, and a strategy that protects what you’ve built. Everything looked perfect… until the…
How to price a business for sale: 7 mistakes that could cost you the deal
Buyers aren’t just crunching numbers. They’re reading between the lines. They want proof, not projections.
Planning to sell your business in 2025? These SBA loan changes could make or break your deal
If you’re thinking about selling your business and planning for retirement in 2025, I want you to be prepared. The SBA’s new playbook is a game-changer.