Carrie L. Duvall, BrokerFeb 16, 2023Pros & Cons of an Asset or Stock SaleThere are commonly two frameworks for buying or selling a business. While I personally have a preference, the method chosen always...
Carrie L. Duvall, BrokerApr 30, 2021Buyer Be Ready! SBA Loans.As of this writing, SBA Loan Programs for Small Businesses have more favorable conditions thanks to the Cares Act. Most SBA closing costs...
Carrie L. Duvall, BrokerSep 29, 2020Yes, All Businesses Have Value, Even Those Losing Money. #COVIDstinksWe're all very busy these days pivoting, shifting, reinventing, and whatever new buzz word for "survival" that comes along. COVID has...
Carrie L. Duvall, BrokerMay 1, 2020The LOI, Due Diligence & Pre-Closing PlanningThe LOI provides the basic guidelines for the deal moving forward: It outlines major issues like fundamental terms, price, agreement on...
Carrie L. Duvall, BrokerMay 1, 2020First Time Seller? Consider this...Whether your first or fifth business sale, the fundamentals remain the same. 1. Determine the value of your company. A third-party...
Carrie L. Duvall, BrokerMay 1, 2020First Time Buyers: Don't Go it Alone.Stick to a process and amp up the enthusiasm! There are several factors you need to consider before purchasing a business: The type of...
Carrie L. Duvall, BrokerJan 20, 20202020 Election and Continued Tariff Negotiations Foster UncertaintySMAILL BUSINESS SALES SLOW SLIGHTLY There was an 8.6% decline in small business sales compared to the same period last year according to...