• It's a Sellers market:.  A slowing economy, rising unemployment in certain industries like real estate and construction, and a wobbly stock market have brought an infusion of  motivated and qualified buyers into the market place willing to pay top dollar for good income producing businesses.

• A recent decrease in the long term capital gains rate from 20% to 15% lets you put more in your pocket. Act now because these tax breaks may not be permanent.

• Interest rates are at there lowest point in 45 years! And they may even continue to drop going forward allowing buyers to justify paying a higher price for your business.

• A strong local economy and attractive lifestyle continues to draw qualified buyers from around the country looking to relocate and purchase small businesses in Arizona. 

• Timing - It can take from 6 months to a year to find the right buyer for a business, give yourself the advantage of time to prepare & negotiate your exit strategy by starting early.

• Technology is changing rapidly which could cause shifts in the business model and force decisions regarding capital equipment expenditures. Let the new owners invest in the equipment and a course of action they are comfortable with using their own money. 

• Operating a business is demanding - if you no longer enjoy giving a 100% effort, it may be time to consider selling before negative or irreversible trends develop.

• The time to maximize the return on your investment is when things are going well. Negative trends in your business can develop before you know it that can cost you dearly in the buyer's perception of value.

Please feel free to contact me to review your exit strategy. It's completely confidential, and there is absolutely no obligation.