Blogs
Book Club #2: Rework, by Jason Fried
We review books you should read in preparation to buy or sell a business, as well as how to build...
Case Study #2: What to Be Aware of in an Earnout
In 2012 Jason Swenk sold his digital advertising agency, Solar Velocity. Solar velocity helped...
Extreme Ownership: Apply This Technique Today To Improve Your Business
The concept of “Extreme Ownership” was coined by former Navy SEAL Jocko Willink. Jocko spent 20...
3 Reasons You Won’t Be Able To Sell Your Business
There are many reasons why you might not be able to sell your business, but today we want to focus...
Business Sale Book Club #1: Beyond the E-Myth, by Michael Gerber
Business Sale Book Club is a new series here at the APEX blog. We review books you should read in...
Case Study #1: Build, Acquire, Roll-up, and Sell Out
Case Studies is a new series here at the APEX blog. We study business exits and break down a few...
For True Value, Get an Independent Business Valuation
What’s my business worth? This is a question any owner might ask himself when he/she is ready to...
With Delays, Deals Die.
Every business sale is a minor miracle. Just as the skydiver gently times his pirouettes and...
Whether You’re Selling or Buying, Know Your Numbers – EBITDA, Cash Flow and SDE
If you’re thinking about selling or buying a business, you need to have a good grasp on EBITDA –...
Tax Planning Tips for 2017
It’s time to start planning and budgeting for 2017 – and that includes tax strategies. While tax...
What Do Absentee-Owner Businesses and Unicorns Have in Common?
We often hear from people who are interested in finding a business that won’t take much of their...
Selling Your Business? Why an Exclusive Engagement Agreement Is Essential
Are you looking to sell your business but hesitating to sign an agreement with a business broker?...
4 Time-Tested Truths About Making an Offer to Buy a Business
We sometimes work with buyers who lose out on a great business because they’re hesitant to make an...
4 Reasons Why Business Owners Need to Pay Themselves First
Post by Apex President and Business Broker Doug Hubler, Certified M&A Professional (CM&AP)...
Should You Sell to a Private Equity Group?
Private equity groups (PEGs) are always looking for good businesses to buy – ones that are ready...
It Pays to be Thorough with Due Diligence
Post by Paul Temme, Certified M&A Professional (CM&AP), Apex Senior Advisor If you’ve...
People Management Skills Are Critical for Small Business Owners
Post by Steve Weaver, Apex Senior Advisor and Owner of Celebration Party Rentals As you consider...
The Freedom Workshop: Finding Freedom as a Small Business Owner
Post by Apex President and Business Broker Doug Hubler, Certified M&A Professional (CM&AP)...
Buyer Be Aware: What Every First Time Business Buyer Needs To Know
Oh, how we love to work with first-time business buyers. Many have thought long and hard about the...
Nearly Every Offer You Receive Is Worth Considering
Post by Business Broker Jay Lehenbauer, Certified Business Intermediary (CBI), and Apex President...