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Selling a Sign Printing Business
Business sellers have diverse personal and professional goals for the sale of their companies. But no matter what you expect from the sale of your sign printing business, it's in your best interest to maximize the sales price through the application of proven sales techniques.
Business sellers are notorious for second-guessing themselves about the right time to put their companies up for sale.
There are still plenty of sign printing business buyers looking for opportunities that present well in the marketplace.
Broker vs. No Broker
The decision of whether or not to hire a business broker should never be taken lightly. Is there a cost associated with hiring a broker? Sure - about 10% of the final sale prices. But a good broker will make selling your sign printing business much less painful. You can also expect to receive a higher sales price for your business in a broker-assisted deal.
Negotiation Teams
Business sellers are sometimes surprised to find themselves in the position of negotiator-in-chief. When you sell your sign printing business, your business brokers may or may not be willing to conduct negotiations for you. Negotiation is a chess game, best played with the resources and backend support of a negotiation team. A negotiation team comprised of trusted advisors and senior business leaders is essential in helping you devise a winning negotiation strategy. More importantly, a negotiation team can serve as a sounding board -- an objective presence that prohibits your personal emotions from clouding your judgment or sabotaging your efforts to negotiate a successful deal.
What to Expect in a Sign Printing Business Sale
It's impossible to predict the emotional highs and lows you will experience during the sale of your sign printing business. Given your personal investment, you may also experience disappointment in the market's assessment of your company's value. You can prepare yourself by talking through your emotions with friends and family members, and thoroughly evaluating your minimum requirements before you put your sign printing business on the market.
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