The Bridlebrook Group

The Bridlebrook Group specializes in confidential business sales, mergers and acquisitions for profitable companies.

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Every business has certain workflows, such as customer service, order fulfillment, inventory management, marketing, etc. that buyers will want to see. We are living in the world of change, can workflows be improved? Learn more > https://t.co/a4eSh5FovZ

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Negotiating purchase price allocation is often one of the most important tax aspects of a business asset sale. Business owners should consult with a business broker, mergers and acquisitions advisor.

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A business heavily dependent on the owner is harder to sell and less scalable.

The more the business can operate independently without the owner needing to be at the business every day, the more attractive and valuable it becomes. https://t.co/lBembMgAkn

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There is no guarantee that employees will remain with a company, but a business owner can make staying the better option. How does the business rate with employees and why does it matter?
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Selling a business takes time. Finding a buyer, negotiating terms, due diligence, financing, and closing can take months—and deals sometimes fall apart. “Deal fatigue” is real. That’s why having a skilled broker or M&A advisor matters. https://t.co/iImNorZMJy

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When it comes time to sell the business, the most important factor that buyers are looking for is profitability. They’re looking to purchase a business that makes money! https://t.co/yBu4C9ccKO

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The Bridlebrook Group's Jeff MacAdam was quoted in the Philadelphia Inquirer this week in response to an industry report discussing the current environment for business sales.

Hear what Jeff had to say: https://t.co/gLVl3ASmvU

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No matter what the market conditions may be, there are buyers out there. Now may be a good time to contact a business broker or mergers and acquisitions professional to get advice as to the best time to put the business on the market. https://t.co/yXYBhU8IPa

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Many business owners don’t want to sell their companies only because they don’t know what they’ll do if they retire. However, running the business when an owner is getting older, not full of energy, and not growing the business can decrease its value. https://t.co/bgLse14os5

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When is the right time to sell a business? There are many factors, which can include health and/or energy level of the owner, market demand for its products and services, record of profitability and competition and more.https://t.co/usp032apRz

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The sale of some businesses can go very smoothly, but oftentimes, there can be a number of issues that make it frustrating and challenging. Learn more. https://t.co/aCyxgGM95u

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In their exit planning process, business owners must find a way to diversify their customer base so buyers are comfortable with the future of the business. Learn more. https://t.co/VsXVEcxpdd

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It is recommended that business owners contact a Business Broker or M&A Advisor to examine the company and then take steps to prepare it for sale when it is time. https://t.co/Ku44eZ10G8

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Business owners need to think about what makes their business appealing & competitive in the marketplace when it comes time to sell. Consider price, profitability, products/services, assets, location, lease, key employees, competition, technology & more https://t.co/m1qaSCg9IQ!

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It’s not uncommon for a business owner to get an offer from someone to buy the business. Since a business owner oftentimes doesn’t have the experience to evaluate the buyer, it can end up falling apart or not being the best deal for the business owner. https://t.co/SniyI6a31j

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We all know that technology continues to impact the operations of a business and its markets. Business owners must continue to keep track of what is happening in their industry. And what impact does it have on the value of the business? https://t.co/6vXgrrFiBT

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You do not know for sure if a buyer is truly qualified and committed to purchase a business until Closing. And you can’t ask enough questions to find out.

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Business owners don’t typically know what their business might be worth. The place to start is getting an evaluation from a business broker or mergers & acquisitions advisor. https://t.co/AlPrhSI9gw

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Getting a business valuation by a 3rd party can be important in making good business decisions. It can give direction to a business owner for potential sale or acquisition, financing purposes, partnership disputes, tax purposes or estate planning. https://t.co/ZdqzZi2Xyi