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Blogs
How AI Can Help Your Business
As you use AI to help your business grow, consider empowering your staff to find ways to use it that you may not have considered.
Cautionary Tale #14: FSBO Woes
Often, FSBO owners put themselves through stress: having to run a business, prep it for sale, and present it to the potential buyers.
Prepare for Buyer/Seller Meetings
It’s important for buyers to know that sellers don’t always have all the answers or may sometimes respond in an unexpected way.
The Apex Business Advisors Podcast
Episode 177 – Deal Structure: Structured Installment Sale
In this podcast, we dive deeply into the benefits of IRS-approved structured installment sales as a simple, straightforward method for deferring taxes, compared to the more complex and risky deferred sales trusts. Andy and Doug explain how these financial arrangements can help sellers defer taxes, the required conditions for setting them up, and the potential pitfalls of deferred sales trusts if not properly structured.
Listeners can also learn about the new features of the Apex Business Advisors website, designed to provide valuable resources and streamline contact with advisors for buying and selling businesses. This episode is a comprehensive discussion for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of business sales and deal structuring.
Episode 176 – Best of: Avoiding Costly Tax Traps
In this “best of” episode of the Apex Business Advisors podcast, Andy and Doug dive deep into the often misunderstood world of tax management strategies within business transactions. The discussion unravels the complexities of end-of-year equipment and inventory purchases used to minimize tax liabilities. We share real-world anecdotes on how these seemingly beneficial decisions can backfire, affecting net income, business valuation, and deal success.
Episode 175 – Know Your Advisor: Dave Pilcher
Today, we introduce you to the newest member of our team, Dave Pilcher. Dave joins Apex with a diverse background in business management and subprime lending, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and experience in dealing with businesses and potential buyers.
In this episode, Dave talks about his transition into the advisory role and his passion for helping business owners prepare for a sale. With insights gathered from years of experience, Dave shares how he leverages his presentation skills, honed during his ‘Good to Great’ presentations, to connect with both sellers and buyers, offering them valuable guidance.
We also discuss the importance of building relationships and how Dave is focused on the Iowa region, driven by personal ties and a desire to provide accessible advisory services. Andy and Doug praise Dave’s early successes and express their excitement for his future contributions to Apex.
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FAQs
For Sellers
How far ahead of a desired exit should I be speaking with an advisor?
It’s never too early to plan, but if you want to increase value, improve your company’s marketability, and ensure a quick transition, you should start now.
Are buyers truly qualified?
Yes, all prospective buyers are carefully vetted for financial capability and required to sign confidentiality agreements.
FAQs
For Buyers
Do financial statements match tax returns?
Tax returns and financial statements often differ due to accounting methods and year-end adjustments like depreciation and amortization. We help you understand these details clearly.
How much upfront investment will I need?
Banks typically require a 10%-20% equity injection.