Set the right price
Why price decides how fast you sell, and how a valuation backs it up.
See it through a buyer's eyes
The 10 things every buyer wants to see.
The four negative attributes
Debtors, staff reliance, long hours and key clients.
Eliminate the "key person"
Reduce the business's reliance on you or key staff.
Put all revenue through the books
Why "cash on top" carries no weight with buyers.
How much will someone pay?
How buyers calculate value, and the three types of goodwill.
Secure your tenure
Why a long, secure lease underpins your price.
What to be careful of
A 21-point checklist, including capital gains tax.
Spend or don't spend
Which upgrades protect your price and which are wasted.
Have a plan in place
Five steps to an exit plan on your terms.
Use a qualified broker
The 16 services a good business broker provides.
Advertise: you can't sell a secret
Reach more buyers while keeping your sale confidential.