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Selling a License Plate Frames Wholesale and Manufacturers Business
Many business leaders say that now isn't the time to try to sell a license plate frames wholesale and manufacturers business. At Gaebler, we think it's a great time to sell a license plate frames wholesale and manufacturers business. Here's why . . ..
Business-for-sale markets are less dependent on economic conditions than most sellers think they are.
The economy hasn't squashed the market for license plate frames wholesale and manufacturers businesses. Not surprisingly, buyers expect to receive value for their dollars - and that means sellers need to demonstrate that their businesses are capable of delivering anticipated returns.
Business Assets
It's incumbent on buyers to commission their own appraisal of your license plate frames wholesale and manufacturers business's real assets. Most sellers, however, conduct a pre-sale appraisal to gain an accurate gauge of asset value prior to negotiations. A pre-sale appraisal is a prerequisite for because it offers insights about your assets' market value before you initiate conversations with prospective buyers. A pre-listing appraisal also gives you the opportunity to document the condition of your license plate frames wholesale and manufacturers business's assets and possible even make repairs or upgrades to increase the total value of the operation.
Post-Sale Details
Due diligence has ended and you're ready to close on the sale of your license plate frames wholesale and manufacturers business. All that stands between you and the sale proceeds is a few signatures, right? Not so fast. The transition to the new owner, the distribution of sale proceeds and other issues can weigh heavily on sellers. You, your employees and the buyer all have a stake in making sure the sale ends as smoothly as possible. If possible, work with the buyer to create a transition strategy that minimizes the impact on the business and your workforce.
Finding Prospects
Still looking for prospective buyers for your business? You probably already know several parties with an interest in acquiring your company. We frequently see qualified buyers emerge from the seller's network of business and personal acquaintances. In other cases, sellers take a proactive approach to finding likely buyers and contacting them directly. Competitors may seem like natural prospects and they are. The downside is that they won't pay top dollar and will probably absorb your company into their own.
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