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Monday, September 05, 2005

Selling A Business A Long Drawn-Out Process?

When selling your business you may want to cut your ties as quickly as possible after take-over day. Afterall, selling the business could represent the end of a long drawn-out sales process. That's why you may just want to cut your ties and move on.

However, it doesn't always work out like that. The new owner may want your help. The new owner may want your experience and full support during the changeover period. The buyer may even want you to stick-around for a while until they come to grips with their new venture. You would be like an 'on-call' business consultant. That's why the level of support you offer will need to be negotiated as part of the sale contract.

So, before selling your business, you’ll need to think about the likely needs of the buyer and mentally prepare yourself for the different scenarios that could follow.

And remember, your level of on-going support may be another bargaining chip for you to play when selling your business.

I wrote the "Sell Your Business The Easy Way" ebook, because I want small business owners to have more chance of coming out on top, both financially and personally. To do this, before starting down the business selling path, I suggest that you think carefully - should you sell your own small business or should you employ the services of a business broker? My ebook can help you to make the best decision.

'Sell Your Business The Easy Way' can be downloaded almost instantly at http://www.instantsellbusiness.com