The news about business sales always mentions that Baby Boomers who are hitting retirement age are behind the big numbers we’re seeing currently. Back in February we reported that 2014 was a record-breaking year for small business sales, and the news about this market continues in this vein: the number of businesses currently for sale […]
Baby Boomers: Should We Sell Now or Sell Later? Read More »
by Max Friar The majority of owners who spend their time, energy, and vision building their own businesses hope someday to either pass them on as a legacy to their families or sell them to another energetic entrepreneur. Unfortunately, in most cases, these sales will not materialize. By some estimates, perhaps only five percent of businesses
3 Reasons Why Most Small Businesses Do Not Sell (With Real-Life Examples) Read More »
“Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success.” – Napoleon Hill by Max Friar When the owner of a business hears the word “auction,” they typically get queasy; “auctioning your business assets” is reminiscent of the dark days of 2009-2010 when the phone stopped ringing and many owners were forced to liquidate. Liquidation often
Limited Auction Process: How To Maximize the Price & Terms When Selling Your Business Read More »
Calder Capital focuses on the sell-side representation of small West Michigan-based distribution companies. Wondering how to sell your distribution business? Here is a case study of how our principal, Max Friar, consummated the sale of a distribution business in less than three months for more than expected! Time Line & Story: December – Max Friar is
Less is More: The Sale of a Distribution Business in 2.5 Months Read More »
Calder Capital focuses on the sell-side representation of small West Michigan-based manufacturing companies. Wondering how to sell your manufacturing business? Here is a textbook case study describing Calder Capital closed on the sale of a recent manufacturing business-for-sale engagement in less than five months. Time Line & Story: April – Max Friar is introduced to
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