Business Exit Planning

Selling a Moth Proofing Services Business

At first glance, an unstable economy would seem to be an unfriendly atmosphere for a moth proofing services business sale. Don't be deterred by economic uncertainty. There are plenty of reasons why this is the right time to put your moth proofing services business on the market.

You won't find any magic formulas for selling a moth proofing services business, especially while the market is struggling to overcome the perceptions created by a down economy.

They require careful planning and an intentional strategy that emphasizes your moth proofing services business's strengths and meets the needs of the marketplace. As a business seller, you need to go into the process with the mental goal of presenting your business in the best possible light.

Negotiation 101

As a business seller, you have to be at the top of your negotiating game. More often than not, the person with the most knowledge will come out on top in a moth proofing services business negotiation. But before you can negotiate effectively, you need to have a clear sense of your minimum sale requirements. If you lack clarity about your goals, you're guaranteed to fall short of achieving of them. A negotiating strategy is essential because it not only establishes parameters, but also creates a plan for overcoming buyer objections and impasses.

Timing the Market

Timing is everything when it comes to selling a moth proofing services business. With interest rates at all-time lows, it's easy to see why moth proofing services businesses are an appealing investment opportunity for savvy investors. As the interest rates rise, it will be more difficult for buyers to make the numbers work in their favor. At Gaebler, we recognize the value of timing the sale of your moth proofing services business. But we think it's more important to properly position your business for current market conditions -- whatever they may be.

Working with Appraisers

Next to your broker, a skilled appraiser is the person most capable of adding value to the price of your moth proofing services business. Leading industry appraisers equip sellers with a value gauge that can be accessed during negotiations. If you're disappointed with the appraiser's estimate of your company's worth, you have the option of seeking a second opinion. However, it's more often the case that you will need to adjust your expectations of your business's value to buyers.

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