What to know when selling a business
What to know when selling a business, from preparation and timing to value, buyers and confidentiality. Practical insights for business owners.
Selling a business
Looking at selling a business? Core Business Brokers are here to help guide you through your exit. We’ve had the experience of selling hundreds of businesses – but we are able to treat you and your business as the individual sale it is.
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How to sell my business: a step-by-step guide for owners
How to sell my business: a step-by-step guide to understanding the process and selling with confidence, from Core Business Brokers.
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Sell your Sydney business: How to find the right buyer
Looking to sell your Sydney business? Discover expert tips to find the right buyer, maximise value, and achieve a smooth, profitable sale.
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Building a Business Worth Selling
Discover key strategies for building a business worth selling—from strong systems and financial health to brand reputation and team retention. Learn how to boost value and long-term success with expert tips from Core Business Brokers.
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6 steps to ensure a smooth business sale transition
Looking to sell your business or considering buying one? Here are 6 steps to ensure a smooth business sale transition, from the desk of Core Business Brokers in Sydney.
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How long does the business sale process take?
Considering selling your business and wondering “how long does the business sale process take?” Let’s explain right now!
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Finding the Best Business Broker in Sydney
Looking for a Business Broker? Below is a list of traits you should look for when searching for the best business broker in Sydney to sell your business this year.
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Understanding the business sale paperwork
Looking to sell and feeling overwhelmed by the amount of business sale paperwork? Let’s explain each document in detail and reduce that overwhelm!
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How much are business broker fees?
When it comes to selling your business, understanding the costs involved is crucial. One of the most significant expenses you will encounter is the fee charged by a business broker. Here at Core Business Brokers in Sydney, we aim to make this process as transparent and understandable as possible. So, how much are business broker fees?
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Who pays the Business Broker fees?
At Core Business Brokers, we often get asked, “Who pays the Business Broker fees?” It’s a great question, especially if you’re considering buying or selling a business in Sydney. Let’s dive into the details and clear up any confusion.
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What is a Business Broker?
Have you ever wondered “what is a business broker?” And why you might need one? At Core Business Brokers, we’ve spent years (over 90 collectively!) helping business owners navigate the complex journey of selling their businesses.
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How to ensure a seamless business sale transition
As a leading Sydney business brokerage, our goal is to ensure a seamless business sale transition for all of our clients. Here’s how…
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Ways to Enhance Company Culture
A healthy company culture can grow your business. Organisations with great culture see better retention, and improved profitability. Learn more here.
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How to market your business for sale
Looking to sell? Here are some tips on how to market your business for sale from a team that employs all of these for our clients.
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Business Sale Preparation Tips
Thinking about selling your business? Here are some essential Business Sale Preparation Tips from the Core Business Brokers team to help you get started
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Top Considerations When Creating an Exit Strategy
Whether you’re dreaming of sipping piña coladas on a beach or passing the torch to the next generation, having a clear exit plan is essential. But what are the top considerations when creating an exit strategy?
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How much is my business worth?
Ever wondered, “How much is my business worth?”. Click here to learn what determines the value of a business and how you can achieve the best sale price possible.
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Top ways to increase business profits
Everyone wants a profitable business. So let’s identify the top ways to increase business profits, and more importantly – why it’s important when selling.
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Selling your business in 2024
Are you thinking about selling your business in 2024? It’s a big decision that requires careful planning and consideration. Let Core Business Brokers guide you from start to finish.
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Top questions to ask your business broker
Finding the right business broker is crucial, and it’s important to ask the right questions before making your decision. Here are the top questions to ask your business broker when selling your business.
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Is it worth selling my business now? Or waiting?
Deciding when to sell your business is one of the variables that can change the outcome and success of your business sale. With that being said, many business owners put emphasis on this variable, wondering “Is it worth selling my business now? Or waiting until later?”.
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Selling Your Business in Today’s Economy
With rising interest rates and the state of inflation, it’s not surprising that you’re wondering whether selling your business in today’s economy is wise.
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Should you sell your business in January?
Being the beginning of the year, business owners who are looking to sell may deem it a perfect time to list their business. But is there merit to that assumption? Should you sell your business in January?
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Top ways to market your import business
Looking to market your import business? Successful marketing could make your business more profitable, potentially achieving a better sale price down the track.
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Do I need a Business Broker?
The business sale process requires a great deal of knowledge, expertise & time – which may leave you wondering… “Do I need a Business Broker?”. Let’s find out
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Successful Sydney Business Brokers
When it comes to searching for successful Sydney Business Brokers, experience, skill, attention to detail, transparency, and reliability are vital factors to consider. Meet Core Business Brokers, a distinguished business brokerage with over 85 years of industry experience facilitating business sales in Sydney.
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The best time to sell your business, and why
When is the best time to sell your business?. The main driver behind this question is to maximise your profit from the business sale and ensure that your business can successfully operate in the future. This month, we thought we’d discuss this important question, as a strategic approach to maximising value prior to selling your business.
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Three mistakes business owners make before selling
There are three mistakes business owners make before selling their business. These mistakes are common, but the good news is, you don’t have to follow suit! Learn more in our latest blog.
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Buying and selling a service business
Buying or selling a service business requires careful planning, preparation and execution. Here are some key steps to keep in mind during the process.
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Everything you need to know about selling your online business
Selling your online / e-commerce business can be a daunting task. but fear not, because the experiencing team at Core Business Brokers is here to guide you through the process.
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Selling an import/distribution business
Selling an import/distribution business can be a complex and significant decision. It’s important to find a business broker who can represent your interests.
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Selling your manufacturing business
Do you own a manufacturing business and are considering selling? Core Business Brokers has a wealth of experience facilitating manufacturing sales. Learn more
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Business tips to increase profitability
Looking to sell your business? Or simply want to become more profitable? Here are our top business tips to increase profitability. Click here to read more…
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Your Business Sale Glossary
Buying or selling a business? There may be business sale terms you haven’t heard before. Don’t worry, Core Business Brokers is here to explain them all.
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Reasons to sell your business
There are many reasons to sell your business. However, the most important reason to sell your business is the one that works for you. Let’s find out yours…
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How To Find The Right Sydney Business Broker
Are you buying a business in Sydney? Or selling your business in NSW? In a sea of business sales, find a Sydney Business Broker who is experienced & trustworthy
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What is a business valuation?
What is a business valuation? And how is it different from a market appraisal? You may have heard these terms floated around during meetings, so let’s explain
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5 things you need to do before selling your business
Selling your business – How to prepare Before you embark on your business sale journey in Sydney, or in fact – anywhere around Australia; there are certain things you should do to correctly prepare. This ‘pre-work’ will make the business sale process run smoother and allow for maximum efficiency from start to finish. And most…
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Biggest mistakes when selling a business
With almost 90 years in operation, Core Business Brokers knows the Sydney business market & know the biggest mistakes when selling a business
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Different types of exit strategies
There are many different types of exit strategies. Also known as ‘succession plans’, they’re an essential planning tool that every business owner should employ.
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How can Goodwill Increase Business Value?
Goodwill is an important component of a business. Not only does it contribute to the sale price of the business, but it also contributes to a business’ success. You may be wondering “how can goodwill increase business value?” Because goodwill is a combination of intangible assets that come together to strengthen the business and increase profitability.
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Selling your business as a going concern
What does “selling your business as a going concern” mean? We break down this term, the process & the top things to consider when selling your business.
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Selecting the right profit measure
An important step when selling your business is selecting the right profit measure. But how do you know which one is appropriate for your business? You may have heard the acronyms NPBT, NPAT, EBIT and EBITDA floating around, but do you know what they mean? Let’s break down the most common profit measures and when…
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Are you ready to sell your business?
Have you noticed certain changes in your business lately? Profits starting to plateau, the passion beginning to wane, the work/life balance out of whack, or the net income not making ends meet? It may be time to hand over the reins, but the question is. Are you ready to sell your business?
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What do buyers look for in a business?
If you’re considering selling your business, you may be wondering… what do buyers look for in a business? By making your business attractive to prospective buyers, you will likely achieve the optimum sale price and the entire business sale process will run more smoothly.
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A BUSINESS SALE GUIDE
If you’re considering selling your business, have we got the guide for you! We’ve decided to put together a handy business sale guide to assist business owners when entering their business sale journey, particularly if it’s their first time selling a business.
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How Goodwill Impacts a Business Sale
Buying or selling a business? Then you’ve come across the term ‘goodwill’ before. Goodwill can affect the price of a business.But the big question here, is why?
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Top 3 mistakes made in business sales
Here at Core Business Brokers, we’ve identified the top 3 mistakes made in business sales, and why they should be considered before the sale process begins.
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How Cash Flow Affects a Business Sale
Many factors affect the sale of a business; environment and market conditions, competition, profit and loss… the list is long and variable. But one of those variables worth mentioning today is cash flow. Cash flow can positively and negatively affect a business sale. Why? Let’s first explain what cash flow is…
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The Business Sale Process Explained
nvolved each step of the way. Enter Core Business Brokers. With over 85 years of collective experience in business broking in Sydney, let us guide you on your business sale (or business purchase) journey!
