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The Dual Benefits of Exit and Succession Planning
When business owners hear the term exit planning, many assume it’s only relevant when a sale is imminent. Similarly, succession planning is often thought of as a separate exercise focused solely on leadership replacement. In reality, these two concepts are deeply interconnected—and when done well, they reinforce one another.
Securing Your Legacy: Strategies for a Thoughtful Business Exit
Protecting your business legacy means ensuring that the values, culture, and impact you worked so hard to build continue long after you’ve stepped away. Whether you plan to exit this year or several years down the road, the start of a new year is an ideal time to think intentionally about how you want your story to continue. Your legacy is more than a sale price. It includes…
Seller Financing Demystified: A Tool for a Smooth Exit
Seller financing—sometimes called “owner financing”—allows the buyer to pay a portion of the sale price over time, directly to the seller. When structured properly, it can be a powerful tool that helps both parties reach an agreement and move the transition forward smoothly.
New Horizons: Transitioning from Business Owner to Investor or Consultant
Exiting your business is one of the most significant milestones in your professional journey—but it’s also the start of something new. Many owners find that after years of building and leading a company, they’re not quite ready to retire entirely. Instead, they look for ways to stay active, engaged, and financially strategic in their next chapter.
Earnouts Explained: A Key Component of Business Sales
When selling a business, one of the most commonly negotiated — and often misunderstood — deal terms is the earnout. For many small business owners, earnouts can be a strategic tool to bridge the gap between…