Whether you’re preparing to sell your business, exploring business ownership, or planning for the future, having an experienced business broker can help you understand your options and make informed decisions.
Murphy Business Sales – West Pittsburgh helps business owners and prospective buyers throughout the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area navigate the complexities of buying, selling, and valuing businesses. As part of one of North America’s largest business brokerage networks, Murphy Business combines national resources and buyer connections with personalized, local guidance.
William Ilgenfritz, Business Intermediary and Franchise Owner of Murphy Business Sales – West Pittsburgh, brings firsthand business ownership experience and a diverse professional background to helping entrepreneurs navigate important business decisions.
As both a business owner and trained intermediary, William understands the financial, operational, and personal considerations involved in buying or selling a business. He and his experienced team draw on this experience to help clients evaluate opportunities, prepare for ownership transitions, and make informed decisions about their next chapter.
Through Murphy Business’s network of more than 140 offices across the United States and Canada, clients also benefit from broader market exposure, professional resources, and connections within the business brokerage and mergers and acquisitions community.
Whether you’re considering selling your business now, planning an exit in the coming years, or exploring an acquisition, William Ilgenfritz and his team can help you understand your options and take the next step.
Murphy Business Sales – West Pittsburgh provides the following services to fulfill all your business needs.
What Areas Does Murphy Business Sales – West Pittsburgh Serve?
Murphy Business Sales – West Pittsburgh serves business owners and prospective buyers throughout West Pittsburgh and its surrounding communities, including Pittsburgh, South Hills, Moon Township, Coraopolis, Carnegie, Mt. Lebanon, Bridgeville, and Bethel Park.
Planning ahead matters.
According to the Exit Planning Institute’s 2023 National State of Owner Readiness Report, 49% of surveyed business owners expected to exit their business within five years. Starting the conversation early can give you more time to understand your business’s value, consider your options, and prepare for a future transition.
Start with a confidential conversation about your business and what’s next.
Schedule Your Confidential DiscussionThe first step in selling a business is understanding what your business is worth. A professional business valuation provides the insight needed to make informed decisions about selling, retirement planning, financing, partnership changes, or future growth.
Murphy Business Sales – West Pittsburgh provides business valuation services, including Broker Opinions of Value and Certified Valuation Reports. Our valuation professionals analyze financial performance, market conditions, industry benchmarks, and comparable transactions to determine an objective assessment of your company’s value. Learn more about the valuation process.
At Murphy Business, we appreciate the importance of this first assessment. We offer a broad range of valuation services tailored to fit the unique requirements of our clients. These services include everything from Broker’s Opinion of Value to Certified Valuation Reports. Our valuations are performed by qualified, experienced professional appraisers and comply with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practices (USPAP).
There are several key factors to consider before selling a business, from valuation to timing to tax implications. Preparing in advance helps you avoid common pitfalls and position your business for a successful transition.
Our free guide, “7 Critical Points Every Business Owner Must Know Before Selling Their Business,” highlights key considerations every owner should understand before entering the market—from preparing your business and evaluating value to navigating buyers and the sale process.
Download your free copy to take the next step toward a more informed and confident business transition.
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