Niche Market Exit Planning Tips
Selling a Buses Wholesale and Manufacturers Business
Forget about what you read in the paper -- buses wholesale and manufacturers businesses are being sold everyday and the business-for-sale market is poised for even greater growth in the months ahead.
We're seeing a high volume of shadow inventory in the business-for-sale market.
But the good news is that there is still demand for buses wholesale and manufacturers businesses that present well and offer solid earning potential.
Moving On
The decision to sell your buses wholesale and manufacturers business can't be made without adequate consideration of what will happen after the sale. many sellers find themselves ill-equipped to handle life after their business and fail to understand that their future plans can influence the sale process. For example, seller financing can be an extremely valuable concession, especially in the current economy. But if you need all of the proceeds of the sale upfront, seller financing is off the table and you'll need to find a different way to make your buses wholesale and manufacturers business attractive to buyers.
Signs You're in Over Your Head
Many buses wholesale and manufacturers business are tempted to save brokerage fees by selling their businesses on their own. Without brokerage, the risk of your sale going off-course is increased. As a rule, no business should sit on the market for more than six months without attracting the interest of at least a handful of qualified buyers. Lack of buyer enthusiasm or persistence indicates that something is wrong. Hire a broker and conduct a professional appraisal ASAP.
Equipment and Inventory Concerns
During due diligence, the buyer will undoubtedly conduct his own appraisal of your buses wholesale and manufacturers business's physical assets. Most sellers, however, conduct a pre-sale appraisal to gain an accurate gauge of asset value prior to negotiations. A professional appraisal is a necessity because it gives you the information you need to negotiate a sale price. A pre-listing appraisal also gives you the opportunity to document the condition of your buses wholesale and manufacturers business's assets and possible even make repairs or upgrades to increase the total value of the operation.
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