Sell a Business for the Best Price
Selling a Power Presses Business
Economic uncertainty influences the timing of many power presses business sales. But based on what we're seeing in the business-for-sale marketplace, we don't think economic conditions should deter you from putting your power presses business on the market.
Selling a power presses business isn't as simple as listing a power tool on eBay. These days, the business-for-sale market is a hostile place for inexperienced and uninformed sellers.
Despite the conventional wisdom, we believe current economic conditions are right for selling a power presses business. With the right information and strategy, you could be well on your way to a successful sale
Post-Sale Details
As your power presses businesssale nears completion, there is a lot of work remaining to be done. 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.
Understanding Market Timing
Now may be the best time to sell a power presses business. Although the economy is generally struggling, low interest rates make power presses businesses more attractive to entrepreneurs who want to get in the game. As the interest rates rise, it will be more difficult for buyers to make the numbers work in their favor. So we see market timing as a concern that can be easily mitigated by applying fundamental sales strategies and adequately preparing your company for buyers.
Turning the Tables: Buyer Concessions
Sellers aren't the only ones who can make concessions in a business sale. In many instances, sellers can request buyer concessions. Although this scenario frequently plays out around seller financed deals, it's possible to push for a higher sales price or other form of compensation if you agree to mentor the buyer for a specified period of time. Asset exclusions, retained ownership shares and long-term contracts with another of the seller's companies can also be leveraged to extract concessions from buyers.
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