Time To Sell? The Most Difficult Decision For Business Owners

Starting a business is a huge part of any entrepreneur’s life.  Running the business is life for most business owners.  They pour their hearts and souls into doing everything they can to make their businesses successful.  Some succeed and some fail, but they all do everything they can to make it work.  They all live the business.

So when is it time to sell a business?  This can be a troubling and painful question for any business owner.

There are some widely different reasons for wanting to sell a business.

The company is not doing as well as intended.  It is time to cut losses and sell it.

–          It is an unfortunate reality that not all businesses are successful.

–          Can the business be turned around? Or would the owner be better off selling it and starting fresh with something else?

–          Can the business be sold for a reasonable sum despite its dire condition?

–          If the owner can get a decent amount for the business, it is probably a good idea to sell and use the money to fund other ventures.

The company is doing very well.  In fact, it is doing so well that it can be sold for a great deal of money.

–          How much money can the owner make from the sale of the business?

–          Compare this money to how much money the owner can make from running the business over a period of time.

–          Selling now and taking the money is a sure thing, but running the business further could result in more money.  However, this is risky in the new economy!

–          Owners should weigh their options carefully!

The company was always intended to be sold when the time was right.

–          But when is the right time?

–          Keep a close eye on the company’s worth and determine when the best time to sell will be.

–          Have a goal price in mind and don’t get greedy.  Waiting too long can result in disaster. Owners should weigh risk and reward!

The decision to sell a company can be the hardest decision in any business owner’s life, but it can also be one of the most beneficial.  Company owners should approach the idea of selling with a clear and level head, and perhaps seek professional advice about when to sell their companies.

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