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Employee Retention Before and After Your Exit

Posted on December 31, 2017 by John F. Dini

In most businesses, employee retention is a material factor in valuation and transferability. The ability of a buyer to assume control of a fully-functional organization has substantial influence on his or her perception of a company’s value. Any need to pay the … Continue reading →

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Life After Exit — Time is of the Essence

Posted on December 3, 2017 by John F. Dini

From time to time, we share real stories about life after exit from owners who have sold their businesses. Some are great and some… not so much. The have agreed to share their experiences to help other owners prepare for … Continue reading →

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Exit Planning – Maintaining Control

Posted on November 6, 2017 by John F. Dini

For many owners, their biggest concern in an exit plan is maintaining control. Whether they seek to sell to employees, family or a third-party, there is a fear that, once started, the process will have its own rules and momentum. My colleague John … Continue reading →

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Choosing Your Timeframe to Exit

Posted on October 10, 2017 by John F. Dini

“My timeframe? Talk to me in about five years.” When business owners are asked about exit planning, that answer is almost ubiquitous. In fact, a much-quoted 2008 survey of owners by Price Waterhouse Coopers (now PwC – not clear why … Continue reading →

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The Right Price for Your Business

Posted on August 20, 2017 by John F. Dini

“If someone offered me the right price, I’d sell in a minute!” Exit planners and business brokers hear it all the time. “Anything is for sale if the price is right!” What is the “right” price? Of course, you can … Continue reading →

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One Response to The Right Price for Your Business

Becca Holton says:

September 5, 2017 at 2:16 pm

It makes sense why the right price is what you can get. I feel like that can be a little frustrating. However, I assume with right kind of help you can still get a decent price for your business.

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