Don't talk!

Don't talk!

Congratulations!  The buyer and seller have agreed to an agreed upon sales price of the business and proposed deal strategy. Now we are in the due diligence stage, where the buyer is spending their time analyzing information about the potential purchase of the business, and validating their decision to move forward with the acquistion. It is no secret that many deals fall through in due dili

Owner Operator businesses- seller aware!

Owner Operator businesses- seller aware!

With most small businesses, the owner of the business, is for all intensive purposes the operator of the business as well.  While this scenario is totally understandable, when the time comes to a sale of the business potential buyers worry that the owner "is the business", and once they exit the business won't be the same. How do you as the business owner safeguard this buyer concern? &

  As a former business owner for almost 40 years, I know that running a business is a full-time job. The process of selling a business is also a full time job. Its virtually impossible to do both jobs at the same time. We can help you on your journey and plan an exit strategy that maximizes the sale of your business. Right now we have more good buyers then we have good businesses to sell. No

Denver Business Broker, Chris Cantwell, of Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado Helps Sell a business in the Language Service Industry

Denver Business Broker, Chris Cantwell, of Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado Helps Sell a business in the Language Service Industry

Greenwood Village, Colo., United States (Aug 17, 2023) – Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado is pleased to announce that Chris Cantwell, senior business broker, assisted in selling a business in the Language Service industry. The deal was financed through a Small Business Association (SBA) loan. "The buyer was a strategic buyer," Cantwell said. "The seller built a unique tran

Denver Business Broker, Axel Fleischli, of Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado Helps Sell a Electrical Contracting Business in Denver

Denver Business Broker, Axel Fleischli, of Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado Helps Sell a Electrical Contracting Business in Denver

Greenwood Village, Colo., United States (April 19, 2023) – Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado is pleased to announce that Axel Fleischli, senior business broker, assisted in selling a Denver-area Electrical Contracting Business.The business boasts over 30 years of experience in commercial electrical work in the Denver area.   “The buyer is an electrical contractor, who was

How to Value Your Company After COVID - It May Not Be As Difficult As You Think

How to Value Your Company After COVID - It May Not Be As Difficult As You Think

It is officially 2021, and what was quite possibly the most challenging year for your company is behind us. The effects of COVID-19 are still apparent as the pandemic continues to claim lives in high numbers every day. Effective vaccines are giving us hope for significant improvement in the 3rd and 4th quarters of 2021. What does this mean for you or your business? Inevitably, because many small b

Ways to Increase Your Small Business's Value

Ways to Increase Your Small Business's Value

2020 has been a difficult year for many, but particularly for small business owners. When states shut down, shoppers were forced to rely on Internet shopping and curbside pickups or delivery. If your small business could not provide either of those options, you inevitably suffered. Thankfully, we have moved past this point, and you have likely learned how to adjust to this new normal. As we close

Valuations in Small Companies: Why They're Important & How to Increase the Value of Your Business

Valuations in Small Companies: Why They're Important & How to Increase the Value of Your Business

To sell your small business, there are some very crucial steps to take before the listing. For one, it is very important to understand your business’s value in the marketplace.  Obtaining a valuation allows you to thoroughly understand a business’s financials and their value in the marketplace, and give you an understanding of the price at which you should list your business for s

Working with Lawyers to Get Your Deal Closed

Working with Lawyers to Get Your Deal Closed

Working with Lawyers to Get Your Deal Closed  Randy J. Bring, RA., CBI, CM&AP    In my 20 years as a Business Broker, I have dealt with probably a few hundred attorneys. While they are all different, some great, some certainly less than great, I have learned a few things along the way about working with them. Importantly, I have learned how to create a professional alliance with

12 Cities with The Highest Small Business Growth

12 Cities with The Highest Small Business Growth

The United States is a very large country where every state can sometimes feel like its own small country. The differences in cultural identity, available resources, and historical integrity means that each state and their corresponding cities are likely to have different thriving industries. Spread out between Oregon, Missouri, Florida, and Texas, the top 12 cities for entrepreneurship have seen

How a Broker Can Help You Make a Good Impression on a Business Seller

How a Broker Can Help You Make a Good Impression on a Business Seller

The services of a business broker are, typically, enlisted by the seller. From the seller's perspective this is often a real bargain: a professional business broker will weed out the 'tire kickers' to help find the perfect new owner for the business - one that has the right experience, sufficient money and realistic expectations. From the buyer's perspective, however, the business broker might

Choosing a Business Broker to Sell Your Business: 7 Questions to Ask

Choosing a Business Broker to Sell Your Business: 7 Questions to Ask

Selling your business is an important step in your career - almost as important as beginning it. Knowing how and whom to sell your business to is not a process to be taken lightly. Similarly, being in the market for a new business can be tedious. In fact, almost every article you will find online both buyer and seller will argue for hiring a broker because it is a lot to figure out on your own. Th

What is Your Business Worth?

What is Your Business Worth?

In order to determine the worth of a business, there are multiple factors to consider. It goes beyond how much money is made on an annual  basis; in fact, all aspects of its past, present, and future are considered. It can seem daunting to try to calculate this on your own. For this reason, a proper business valuation must be conducted. This is the first step you will need to take when workin

7 Red Flags That Could Be Opportunities When Buying a Business

7 Red Flags That Could Be Opportunities When Buying a Business

Buying a business is not a decision you have come to lightly. In fact, the decision to purchase a business is only the beginning of the process. Before signing on any dotted lines, a savvy entrepreneur must do their research. When doing this research, you need to be mindful of certain red flags. However, when researching businesses to purchase keep in mind that some red flags you may see in busine

Business Brokers and M&A Advisors: What's the Difference?

Business Brokers and M&A Advisors: What's the Difference?

Whether you are looking to sell, acquire, or merge, one of our professional Transworld Business Advisors is available to assist you through the process and beyond. At Transworld, we have a mergers and acquisition (M&A) department with a dedicated team of professionals specializing in larger transactions. Depending on the transaction type, you can work with an experienced Transworld Business Brok

Goodwill When Buying or Selling a Business

Goodwill When Buying or Selling a Business

A business's true worth is often far more than the value of its individual parts. When buying or selling a business, goodwill represents the value of the business that is above and beyond the worth of separately identifiable tangible business assets. Unlike physical assets, like buildings or equipment, goodwill is an intangible asset. What Are the Factors that Contribute to the Creation of Busi

Why Working With a Business Broker to Sell your Business Matters

Why Working With a Business Broker to Sell your Business Matters

Business brokers, also called business transfer agents, or intermediaries, bring many benefits to the table for buyers and sellers as they assist in the process of buying and selling a business. Transworld Business Advisors is a global network of brokers offering a turnkey solution for those that want to build a solid business and future for themselves while maintaining a balanced quality of lif

How To Recognize A Quality Business Broker

How To Recognize A Quality Business Broker

A good business broker will find you a reputable buyer and confidently walk you through a complex sale process. This will include helping you to determine a sensible price tag and negotiating a deal to bring a smile to your face. Of course, the tricky part of this strategy is always going to be recognizing a good broker when looking to sell your business. Let's look at a few of the tell-tale si