In order to achieve the best
price, the sales process must unlock value. It must
demonstrate a level of positive impact on the buyer's
earnings or business. Every valuation should consider
the following information about the business:
Historical Results from Operations
Financial
Projections developed with the best case scenarios
possible, and supplemented with sensitized assumptions
to clearly demonstrate to sophisticated buyers the
growth potential under different conditions.
Management
Analysis to define the strengths of the management
team.
Industry
Analysis that considers competition, growth and stability.
Economic
Environment within the local, national and international
marketplace.
Research
and analysis of competitive and alternative investments
is crucial. It allows our team to fully understand
in advance what the professional buyer or the competitive
seller may be considering. It will help to verify
the pricing and provide guidance in negotiations.
Comparable
sales of related businesses nationwide.
Market
sub sector and special factors are critical elements
to understanding the precise market and depth of interest
in this business.
Identify
characteristics and needs of the different values
of buyers.
Hidden assets such as market franchise and intellectual
capital are two variables that are frequently overlooked
in business sales, and yet they may be quantifiable
assets. Their value should be clearly identified and
highlighted, which requires extensive research and
analysis.