(336) 923-8990

Category: Buying a business

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Seller Financing in Small Business and Lower Middle Market M&A Transactions

Many sellers and buyers want to know what is "market" for the amount of seller financing provided in a transaction. The table below shows the four-quarter average percentage of seller financing as of 3Q24 based on the IBBA/M&A Source Market Pulse Report. Also shown is the average percentage amou

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
M&A Market Pulse 2Q24 – Part 3: Valuation Trends and Deal Dynamics

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The M&A market is constantly evolving, and understanding the latest trends in valuation, deal structures, and industry activity is crucial for buyers and sellers. Let's explore the key findings from the IBBA and M&A Source report and their implications for

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Part 1 – M&A Market Pulse 2Q24: Insights for Buyers and Sellers

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The M&A market is dynamic, and the second quarter of 2024 has revealed some noteworthy trends. The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have released their latest market research, providing valuable insights for buyers and seller

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Part 2 – M&A Market Pulse 1Q24: Who’s Buying and Selling and Why?

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck Understanding the motivations and demographics of buyers and sellers is crucial for navigating the M&A landscape. The latest data from the IBBA and M&A Source provides valuable insights into who's active in the market and what's driving their decisions.

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Part 1 – M&A Market Pulse 1Q24: Insights for Buyers and Sellers

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The M&A market is dynamic, and the first quarter of 2024 has revealed some noteworthy trends. The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have released their latest market research, providing valuable insights for buyers and sel

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Working Capital in Small Business and Lower Middle Market Transactions

Like Seller Finance, many sellers and buyers want to know what "is market" for the amount of net working capital (AR less AP, and a few other items) that is typically included in the price of a business. The table below shows the four-quarter average percentage of transactions that included and excl

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Seller Finance in Transactions

Many sellers and buyers want to know what "is market" for the amount of seller financing provided in a transaction. The table below shows the four-quarter average percentage of seller financing for 1Q24 based on the IBBA/M&A Source Market Pulse Report. Also shown is the average percentage amount

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 4Q23, Part 3 of 3

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2023. The report is a statistical analysis of 382 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is the l

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 4Q23, Part 2 of 3

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2023.  The report is a statistical analysis of 382 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is the

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 4Q23, Part 1 of 3

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2023. The report is a statistical analysis of 382 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This is the fir

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Seller Financing

Many sellers and buyers want to know what "is market" for the amount of seller financing provided in a transaction. The table below shows the four-quarter average percentage of seller financing for 4Q23 based on the IBBA/M&A Source Market Pulse Report. Also shown is the average percentage amount

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 3Q23, Part 3 of 3

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck  The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third-quarter market research for 2023. The report is a statistical analysis of 389 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is the

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 3Q23, Part 2 of 3

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third-quarter market research for 2023.  The report is a statistical analysis of 389 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is the

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 3Q23, Part 1 of 3

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck   The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third-quarter market research for 2023. The report is a statistical analysis of 389 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This i

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 2Q23, Part 3 of 3

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their second-quarter market research for 2023. The report is a statistical analysis of 413 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This is the las

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 2Q23, Part 2 of 3

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their second-quarter market research for 2023.  The report is a statistical analysis of 413 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is the

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 2Q23, Part 1 of 3

By: Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their second-quarter market research for 2023. The report is a statistical analysis of 413 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This is the fir

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 1Q23, Part 3 of 3

By Ethan Parker and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first-quarter market research for 2023.  The report is a statistical analysis of 371 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is the las

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 1Q23, Part 2 of 3

By Ethan Parker and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first-quarter market research for 2023.  The report is a statistical analysis of 371 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is the sec

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 1Q23, Part 1 of 3

By Ethan Parker and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first-quarter market research for 2023. The report is a statistical analysis of 371 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This is the first o

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 4Q22, Part 3 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck  The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2022.  The report is a statistical analysis of 493 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is th

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 4Q22, Part 2 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2022.  The report is a statistical analysis of 493 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is the

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 4Q22, Part 1 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2022.  The report is a statistical analysis of 493 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is the

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • Selling a business
Small Business M&A Simplification Act H.R. 2617 Consolidated Appropriations Act_ 2023 12-23-22

The Small Business Mergers, Acquisitions, Sales & Brokerage Simplification Act was added to the Consolidation Appropriation Bill and signed into law on December 23rd. The "Campaign for Clarity" effort, as many know it, has been underway for 15 years, has received unanimous (or darn close) sup

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Want to Sell Your Company in 2023 – Do These 5 Things Now

By Ron Buck, Regional Director, Murphy Business & Financial - Carolinas If you are considering selling your company in 2023, back by popular demand are five (and three-quarter) things you should be doing (or not doing as the case may be) between now and year-end, as well as over the next few

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 3Q22, Part 3 of 3

 By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck  The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third-quarter market research for 2022.  The report is a statistical analysis of 499 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is t

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 3Q 2022, Part 1 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third-quarter market research for 2022.  The report is a statistical analysis of 499 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey.  This is the f

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 2Q 22, Part 3 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck  The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their second-quarter market research for 2022. The report is a statistical analysis of 355 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This is the la

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 2Q 22, Part 2 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their second-quarter market research for 2022. The report is a statistical analysis of 355 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This is the seco

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 2Q22, Part 1 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their second-quarter market research for 2022. The report is a statistical analysis of 355 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This is the firs

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 1Q 22, Part 3 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first-quarter market research for 2022. The report is a statistical analysis of 360 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This is the last

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 1Q22, Part 2 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first-quarter market research for 2022. The report is a statistical analysis of 360 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This is the secon

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 1Q22; Part 1 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first-quarter market research for 2022. The report is a statistical analysis of 360 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25-question survey. This is the first

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 4Q 2021 (Part 3 of 3)

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2021. The report is a statistical analysis of 416 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the last

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 4Q 2021 (part 2 of 3)

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2021. The report is a statistical analysis of 416 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the seco

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 4Q 2021 (Part 1 of 3)

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2021. The report is a statistical analysis of 416 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the firs

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 3Q21, Part 3 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third-quarter market research for 2021. The report is a statistical analysis of 303 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the last

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Want to Sell Your Company in 2022 – Do These 5 Things Now

By Ron Buck, Regional Director, Murphy Business & Financial - Carolinas If you are considering selling your company in 2022, back by popular demand are five (and a half) things you should be doing (or not doing as the case may be) between now and year-end, as well as over the next few months.

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 3Q 2021, Part 1 of 3

By Reizchel Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third-quarter market research for 2021. The report is a statistical analysis of 303 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the first

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 2Q 2021, Part 3 of 3

By Reizchel Joy Oasay and Ron Buck  The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their second-quarter market research for 2021. The report is a statistical analysis of 315 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is th

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Market Pulse Report 2Q 2021, Part 2 of 3

By Reizchel Joy Oasay and Ron Buck The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their second-quarter market research for 2021. The report is a statistical analysis of 315 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 1Q20 – Part 2 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first-quarter market research for 2021. The report is a statistical analysis of 301 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the second of a three-pa

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 1Q20 – Part 1 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first-quarter market research for 2021. The report is a statistical analysis of 301 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the first of a three-par

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 4Q20 – Part 3 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2020. The report is a statistical analysis of 363 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the last of a three-par

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 4Q20 – Part 2 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2020. The report is a statistical analysis of 363 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the second of a three-p

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 4Q20 – Part 1 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2020. The report is a statistical analysis of 363 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the first of a three-pa

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Coronavirus Stimulus Package – Good News on Many Fronts

While this has been in limbo for a few days, it was signed into law this evening.  Below is a summary of the benefits for business owners, PPP borrowers, buyers, and sellers.  I won’t attempt to cover the many other facets (unemployment benefits, stimulus checks, funds for vaccinations, etc.) th

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Want to Sell Your Company in 2021 – Do These 5 Things Now

By Ron Buck, Regional Director, Murphy Business & Financial - Carolinas If you are considering selling your company in 2021, back by popular demand are five (and a half) things you should be doing (or not doing as the case may be) between now and year-end, as well as over the next few months.

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q20 – Part 3 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third-quarter market research for 2020. The report is a statistical analysis of 352 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the final of a three-par

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q20 – Part 2 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third-quarter market research for 2020. The report is a statistical analysis of 352 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the second of a three-pa

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q20 – Part 1 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third-quarter market research for 2020. The report is a statistical analysis of 352 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the first of a three-par

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 2Q20 – Part 3 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their second-quarter market research for 2020. The report is a statistical analysis of 361 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the final of a three-pa

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 1Q20 – Part 3 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first quarter market research for 2020. The report is a statistical analysis of 416 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the final of a three-par

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 1Q20 – Part 2 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first quarter market research for 2020. The report is a statistical analysis of 416 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the second of a three-pa

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 1Q20 – Part 1 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their first quarter market research for 2020. The report is a statistical analysis of 416 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the first of a three-par

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
SBA Paycheck Protection Program – Round 2 Update

By now you have probably heard that the PPP will get an additional $310B of funding as the first round of $349B was quickly depleted. This is good news for those of you who applied in the first round but did not get funding, or if you didn’t feel like you needed it then, but circumstances

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 4Q19 – Part 3 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth quarter market research for 2019. The report is a statistical analysis of 300 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the final of a three-pa

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 4Q19 – Part 2 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth quarter market research for 2019. The report is a statistical analysis of 300 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the second of a three-p

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 4Q19 – Part 1 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth quarter market research for 2019. The report is a statistical analysis of 300 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the first of a three-pa

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q19 – Part 3 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third quarter market research for 2019. The report is a statistical analysis of 236 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the final of a three-par

READ MORE »

  • Buy a Business
  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q19 – Part 2 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third quarter market research for 2019. The report is a statistical analysis of 236 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the second of a three-pa

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q19 – Part 1 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third quarter market research for 2019. The report is a statistical analysis of 236 respondents who answered this quarter’s 25 question survey. This is the first of a three-par

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Want to Sell Your Company in 2019 – Do These 4 Things Now

If you are considering selling your company in 2019, back by popular demand are four things you should be doing (or not doing as the case may be) between now and year end and over the next few months. A little exit planning background before we tackle the to do list.  According to a recent stu

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q18 – Part 3 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third quarter market research for 2018. The report is a statistical analysis of 271 respondents who answered this quarter’s survey. This is the final of a three-part series w

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q18 – Part 2 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third quarter market research for 2018. The report is a statistical analysis of 271 respondents who answered this quarter’s survey. This is the second of a three-part series

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q18 – Part 1 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third quarter market research for 2018. The report is a statistical analysis of 271 respondents who answered this quarter’s survey. This is the first of a three-part series w

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 2Q18 – Part 3 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source has recently published their second quarter market research for 2018. The report is a statistical analysis of 277 respondents who answered a 25-question survey. This is the third and final part of a three-part

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 2Q18 – Part 2 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source has recently published their second quarter market research for 2018. The report is a statistical analysis of 277 respondents who answered a 25-question survey. This is the second of a three-part series where I

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 2Q18 – Part 1 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source has recently published their second quarter market research for 2018. The report is a statistical analysis of 277 respondents who answered a 25-question survey. This is the first of a three-part series where I

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 4Q17 – Part 3 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2017. The report is a statistical analysis of 264 respondents who answered a 25-question survey. This is the final part of a three-part series wh

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 4Q17 – Part 2 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2017. The report is a statistical analysis of 264 respondents who answered a 25-question survey. This is the second of a three-part series where

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 4Q17 – Part 1 of 3

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their fourth-quarter market research for 2017. The report is a statistical analysis of 264 respondents who answered a 25-question survey. This is the first of a three-part series where I

READ MORE »

  • Business Information
  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
2018 Small Business Trends

Interesting infographic posted by Guidant outlining current trends in small business ownership. Click here for infographic

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • Selling a business
  • Valuation
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q17 – Part 2 of 2

by Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third quarter market research for 2017. The report is a statistical analysis of 334 respondents who answered this quarter’s survey. 35% of the respondents had at least 10 yea

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • Selling a business
  • Valuation
Business Brokerage/M&A Market Pulse 3Q17 – Part 1 of 2

By Brandon Mack The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source have recently published their third quarter market research for 2017. The report is a statistical analysis of 334 respondents who answered this quarter’s survey. 35% of the respondents had at le

READ MORE »

  • Buy a Business
  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
What Matters Most to Business Buyers?

An established business has much to offer a prospective buyer. A proven product or service exists, as well as a customer base. Typically, there are experienced employees and managers in place (and many choose to remain with the company after the sale is complete). There is a cash flow from the first

READ MORE »

  • Buying a business
  • For Buyers
  • For Sellers
Think Like a Buyer When Selling Your Business

When you're hoping to sell your business there are a number of things to be concerned about. There are a few ways you can get a step-up on your buyer and anticipate their moves before they have thought them up themselves. If you want to swim with the piranhas you're going to have to nip a fe

READ MORE »

  • Business
  • Business Information
  • Buy a Business
WHY YOU NEED A VALUATION

The buzz is that if you are a Baby Boomer and you want to sell your business in the next few years, then you are in the majority. You are not the only Baby Boomer and will possibly have your business compete against many more similar businesses in both model and industry. In order to be well-prepare

READ MORE »