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Buyers Have Cash. Sellers Aren't Ready. Here's What That Means for You
If you're on either side of a small business deal this year — hunting for the right acquisition or getting ready to exit — the numbers from BizBuySell's newest Insight Report are worth a close look. The Q2 2026 data paints a market that isn't cooling in demand so much as it's getting pickier. Fewer deals are closing, but the ones that do close are going to better-prepared businesses and better-prepared buyers. Here's what the report actually shows, and what it means depending on which side of the table you're sitting on.
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02/27/2025
What is Seller Financing for a Business? (And How it Can Help You Close the Deal)
Seller financing helps business owners attract more buyers with flexible payment terms. Learn how it works and its many benefits for selling your business.
02/05/2025
Small Business Owner Sentiment in 2024 - The BizBuySell Insight Report
Small businesses, the backbone of the U.S. economy, navigated a year of mixed economic signals in 2024. Despite a stable 2.8% GDP growth and three Federal Reserve rate cuts, many owners faced persistent challenges, tempering early optimism.
01/06/2025
Reflecting on Your Business - A Year in Review
The start of a new year is an ideal time for business owners to reflect on the past year's journey. Whether marked by growth or challenges, a thoughtful year-in-review process can offer valuable insights and lay the foundation for a successful year ah
11/03/2024
Small Business Sales Are Booming: What You Need to Know from Q3 2024
According to BizBuySell’s latest Insight Report, the market for small businesses is growing, and confidence is on the rise.
10/17/2024
Building Client Relationships: Trust and Communication in Business Brokerage
In any relationship, trust and communication are key—business is no different.
10/01/2024
October 2024 Insight - Interest Rates and the Impact on Small Businesses
Interest rates have been a hot topic for small businesses recently, so learn how to help your Utah business manage rates
08/02/2024
Small Business Acquisitions: BizBuySell Key Insights from Q2 2024
The Q2 2024 BizBuySell Insight report came out, and the market for small businesses continues to be strong, while both sellers and buyers are being creative.
08/01/2024
A Guide to Your Business' Value and Finding the Right Buyer
Selling a business is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning, strategic thinking, and a keen understanding of the process.
07/25/2024
The Future of Business Brokerage: Emerging Trends and Opportunities
Learn the emerging trends reshaping the business brokerage landscape. Discover how tech advances, remote work, and sustainability are changing business deals.
06/26/2024
Key Updates From the IBBA Q1 2024 Market Pulse Report
The International Business Brokers Association's (IBBA) Q1 2024 Market Pulse Report offers valuable insights into the current state of the small business mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market. Here are key takeaways for business owners and prospective
05/24/2024
The Benefits of Social Media Marketing for Business Owners
05/02/2024
BizBuySell Insight Report for Q1--Acquisitions Increase, But Some Headwinds Remain
Small business acquisitions are on the rise in 2024, marking a significant rebound after a relatively stagnant 2023. Despite challenges such as inflation and rising interest rates, the small business market is showing resilience and promise.
03/31/2024
The BizBuySell Insight Report: 2024 Expected to Bring New Opportunities for Growth and Acquisition
The most recent BizBuySell Insight Report provided some interesting predictions for 2024. The most important takeaway is that the landscape for buying and selling businesses presents both familiar challenges and new opportunities.
01/29/2024
Timing the Market: When Is the Best Time to Sell Your Business?
When preparing a plan for selling your business, it’s a good idea to be straightforward and honest about what it would take to prepare your company for a potential transaction. You should also develop a strategy and timeline for hitting those benchmarks. But remember, this is a guideline and it’s not set in stone.
10/19/2023