M&A Tips & Insights
Top 6 Factors That Influence the Value of Your Business
Whether you’re looking to sell your business now, or in the near future, there are common factors that influence the value of your business. Here at The 86 Group, we pay close attention to these factors so that our clients achieve maximum value when selling. There are several determining factors that can play a part…
Learn MoreThe State of the M&A Market for Small to Medium-Sized Businesses
In this video Lane Carrick, Managing Director of The 86 Group, and Ron Skelton, host of How2Exit podcast discuss the current M&A market for small to medium-sized businesses. Items discussed include: Definition of what exactly is a small or medium-sized business The challenges businesses that gross less than $1 M have at selling their business…
Learn MoreHow Important is an NDA When Selling My Business?
In this video, Garrett McWilliams, director of financial services of The 86 Group, explains why a non-disclosure agreement is essential to the business brokerage process. Non disclosure agreements are one of the most important documents that a potential buyer will need to sign to get a closer look at your business. This document is important…
Learn MoreInterest Rates Rising – Sell Your Business Now for Maximum Value
Were you aware that the Federal government is planning to raise interest rates, not once, but a few times in 2022? The interest rate increase could affect the sale price of a business since what a buyer can afford to pay is attributed to the interest rate at that time. If you were ever considering…
Learn MoreIt’s a Seller’s Market for Business Owners
Last year, the mergers and acquisition market took off, despite the effects of COVID-19. Spurred by low-interest rates and private fundraising, interested companies changed their strategies and went on a shopping spree. The good news is that the pace won’t slow down in 2022, and that’s even better news for owners who are looking to…
Learn MoreWhat Are the Benefits of Hiring an M&A Firm?
Once you are ready for a successful exit of your business, hiring an M&A firm like The 86 Group has many benefits including: We provide you with a full evalutation of your business We have a strategic buyers list at hand Our marketing efforts give your business maximum exposure We do our due diligence and…
Learn MoreNow is the Time to Sell Your Business
“He, or she, who hesitates is lost.” No doubt you’ve heard that quote plenty of times in your life, and it’s true. Waiting for the best time to do anything can result in missing a golden opportunity – like selling your business. Your business means everything to you. After all, its success is due to…
Learn MoreHow to Maximize the Value of Your Business When Selling
In this video, Cory Strickland, Founder and President of The 86 Group, explains how to maximize the value of your business and what factors can influence your valuation. Factors That Can Affect The Selling Price Of Your Business There are several determining factors that can play a part in the value of your business. The…
Learn MoreFive common reasons that business owners sell their companies for less than maximum value
When preparing to sell a business, it is important for a business owner to know all of the intricacies and implications of not recognizing their business’s full value in a transaction. Understandably, business owners want to sell for the maximum value possible without being unrealistic. It is important to understand the value of your business…
Learn MoreEver Consider Exiting Your Texas Business?
Time, money, and effort. Those are the three main components of owning a business, and when you’re ready to take the next step in life, you want to reap the benefits of your hard work. Of course, you want to get the best price – and putting your business on sale at the right time,…
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