Is Inventory Always Included In The Valuation And ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/28/2018

This is most likely not the first time a professional who is involved in business sales and acquisitions has contemplated this question. While most valuation an

ENLIGN Signs Local Commercial Printer

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/05/2003

ENLIGN Business Brokers has been selected to provide valuation, marketing and listing services by the owneship group of a Triangle area commercial printing firm

Welcome To Our New, Monthly Newsletter

Staff | 04/11/2023

Since 2003, ENLIGN Advisors has successfully sold hundreds of main street and lower middle market businesses. 

This newsletter is exclusive to current business owners and those who aspire to be. Subscribers will find valuable content related to acquiring, growing and selling businesses.

ENLIGN Business Brokers Coordinates Sale Of Sunnys..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/04/2007

== FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE == 4-4-2007 ENLIGN Business Brokers Coordinates Sale of Sunnyside Tanning Salons RALEIGH – ENLIGN Business Brokers has acted

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Lucrative Outd..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/17/2018

RALEIGH, NC - Jeff Snell, CM&AP, M&AMI, LCBI, ABI has announced that ENLIGN Advisors has been retained by the owners of a Lucrative Outdoor Power Equipm

ENLIGN Business Brokers Provides Consulting Servic..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/21/2011

Local Business Brokerage Provides Acquisition Consulting Nashville, TN - Michael Fekkes, CBI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by the

Company Weaknesses

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/16/2013

Take two seemingly identical companies with very similar financials, but one of the companies was worth substantially more than the other company. One company w

ENLIGN Business Brokers Lists West Coast Language ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/23/2011

Local Business Brokerage Lists Translation Firm for Sale Nashville, TN - Michael Fekkes, CBI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by a w

Surprises CEOs Face When Selling Their Companies

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/30/2013

Surprise #1: Substantial Time Commitment In the real estate business, once the owner engages the broker there is very little for the owner to do until the broke

Maintaining Confidentiality Throughout The Sale Pr..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/28/2018

There are two key ingredients when it comes to selling a business: professionalism and confidentiality. If either of these two ingredients are lacking, then you

ENLIGN Business Brokers Secures Engagement To Prod..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/19/2011

Local Business Brokerage Awarded Offering Memorandum Project Nashville, TN - Michael Fekkes, CBI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by

How The Libor To SOFR Rate Migration Will Impact B..

Jeff Snell | 04/18/2023

The London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) has been the benchmark interest rate used globally for over 40 years.  However, LIBOR is scheduled to be phased out by the end of 2021, as the financial industry transitions to the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR).

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Established HV..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/01/2018

RALEIGH, NC - Jeff Snell, CM&AP, M&AMI, LCBI, ABI has announced that ENLIGN Advisors has been retained by the owner of a https://enligncurrent.wpengine.

SBA Changes S.O.P To Allow For Partial Business Ac..

Jeff Snell | 04/19/2023

Over the past few years, the Small Business Administration (SBA) has significantly changed its 7(a) loan program. One such change, which may surprise some business owners, is that buyers can now purchase less than 100% of a business with an SBA 7(a) guaranteed loan.

ENLIGN Business Brokers Lists Durable Medical Equi..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/29/2011

Business Brokerage Firm Signs North Carolina Business As New Listing RALEIGH, N.C. - Jeff Snell has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by

ENLIGN Business Brokers Lists Overhead Crane Manuf..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/26/2011

Michael Fekkes, CBI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by a Southeastern Crane Manufacturing company to represent them in the sale of

Creating Value In Privately Held Companies

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/05/2014

“As shocking as it may sound, I believe that most owners of middle market private companies do not really know the value of their company and what it take

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Commercial Pac..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/15/2014

Raleigh, NC - Michael Fekkes, CBI, CEPA has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by a Southeastern Commercial Packaging Company to represent

ENLIGN Business Brokers Sells Corporate Concierge ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/22/2014

RALEIGH, NC - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced the successful sale of a corporate concierge services firm located in Raleigh, NC. ENLIGN, represent

ENLIGN Sells Fowler Electrical Contractors

George Bradbury | 06/22/2023

Raleigh, NC – ENLIGN Business Brokers has served as the intermediary in the sale of Fowler Electrical Contractors. 

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Bed & Breakfas..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/05/2014

Raleigh, NC - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by a North Carolina Based Bed & Breakfast, Barn a

New Listing Announcement - Commercial Electrical C..

Jeff Snell | 11/09/2023

ENLIGN is proud to represent the owners of a coastal NC electrical contracting firm in the sale of their business. Watch the executive summary video to learn about this premium business acquisition opportunity.

New Listing Announcement - Commercial Custom Medic..

Jeff Snell | 11/24/2023

ENLIGN is proud to represent the owner of a Commercial Custom Medical Casework manufacturer in the sale of the business. Watch the executive summary video to learn about this premium business acquisition opportunity.

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Independent Ca..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/15/2015

Raleigh, NC - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by a North Carolina Based Independent Carpet Cleaning

What Are Buyers Looking For In A Company?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/03/2015

It has often been said that valuing companies is an art, not a science. When a buyer considers the purchase of a company, three main things are almost always co

What Can Business Brokers Do - And, What Can't The..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/10/2012

Business brokers are the professionals who will facilitate the successful sale of your business. It is important that you understand just what a professional bu

Two Similar Companies ~ Big Difference In Value

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/12/2015

Consider two different companies in virtually the same industry. Both companies have an EBITDA of $6 million – but, they have very different valuations. O

ENLIGN Represents Seller Of Patent In Travel And T..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/01/2019

Raleigh, NC - ENLIGN Business Brokers has served as intermediary in the sale of USPTO registered patent in travel and tourism technology space. ENLIGN, represen

Howard Perry And Walston Commercial & Hotel Group ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/26/2015

Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC - Sanjay Mundra, CEO at Howard Perry & Walston Commercial and Hotel Group announce an exclusive partnership with ENLIGN Busin

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Italian Ice Co..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/03/2019

RALEIGH, NC - George Bradbury, CBI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by the owner of a Italian Ice Company to sell the business.

Considering Selling? Some Important Questions

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/22/2015

Some years ago, when Ted Kennedy was running for president of the United States, a commentator asked him why he wanted to be president. Senator Kennedy stumbled

A Buyer's Quandary

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/21/2012

Statistics reveal that out of about 15 would-be business buyers, only one will actually buy a business. It is important that potential sellers be knowledgeable

ENLIGN Represents Seller Of Outdoor Power Equipmen..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/31/2019

Raleigh, NC - ENLIGN Business Brokers has served as intermediary in the sale of Clay's Power Equipment Raleigh and Fuquay Varina Locations. ENLIGN, representin

The Confidentiality Agreement

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/09/2015

When considering selling their companies, many owners become paranoid regarding the issue of confidentiality. They don't want anyone to know the company is for

Happy Employees Can Increase Profits...and Value

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Happy employees mean happy customers and clients. An unhappy employee can mean loss of business or worse. How does a business owner create happy and contented e

ENLIGN Retained By A Second Online Equestrian Prod..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/22/2015

Raleigh, NC - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced that the firm has been retained to represent an online retailer of equestrian products.  The co

Expanding Your Business

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

The term “growing the business” seems to be the term of choice for business people who discuss expansion. Unfortunately, in too many cases, this gro

How Does Your Business Compare?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/24/2015

When considering the value of your company, there are basic value drivers. While it is difficult to place a specific value on them, one can take a look and make

How Does Your Business Compare?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/24/2015

When considering the value of your company, there are basic value drivers. While it is difficult to place a specific value on them, one can take a look and ma

ENLIGN Provides Business Valuation For Grammy Winn..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/12/2019

Raleigh, NC - ENLIGN Business Brokers has provided an Opinion of Value Report for a Grammy Award winning heavy metal band. ENLIGN, calculated the Opinion of Va

Congress Ends SBA Loan Shutdown By Raising Annual ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/28/2015

The Small Business Administration can resume lending to small businesses through its flagship 7(a) loan program now that Congress has raised the program’s

ENLIGN Retained By Franchised Professional Tile, G..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/11/2015

RALEIGH, N.C. – Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI and ENLIGN’s Principal Broker and Founder, has announced that the firm has been retained by a North

What Makes Your Company Unique?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

There are unique attributes of a company that make it more attractive to a possible acquirer and/or more valuable. Certainly, the numbers are important, but pot

ENLIGN Retained By Porsche Automotive Parts Recycl..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/28/2015

RALEIGH, N.C. – Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI and ENLIGN’s Principal Broker and Founder, has announced that the firm has been retained by a North

ENLIGN Retained By Video Transfer And Production S..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/02/2015

RALEIGH, N.C. – Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI and ENLIGN’s Principal Broker and Founder, has announced that the firm has been retained by a North

Common Seller Questions

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

How long does it take to sell my business? It generally takes, on average, between five to eight months to sell most businesses. Keep in mind that an average is

A Selling Memorandum

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

A sellers memorandum includes all those points one would normally expect to see in any business plan, to wit: an executive summary, a business description, fina

ENLIGN Sells Nationally Recognized Hosting, SEO, &..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/20/2015

LAKE NORMAN, NC – Joe Vagnone has announced the successful sale of a locally owned, nationally recognized, professional marketing business specializing in

Understanding M&A Purchasing Agreements

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/23/2019

M&A purchasing agreements can have a lot of moving parts.  A recent article from Meghan Daniels entitled, “The Makings of the M&A Purchase

A Buyer’s Quandary

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/21/2015

Statistics reveal that out of about 15 would-be business buyers, only one will actually buy a business. It is important that potential sellers be knowledgeable

The Confidentiality Myth

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

When it comes time to sell the company, a seller's prime concern is one of confidentiality. Owners are afraid that "if the word gets out" they will lose employe

Confidentiality Agreements

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

"Confidentiality Agreement - A pact that forbids buyers, sellers, and their agents in a given business deal from disclosing information about the transaction to

Joe Ricco Joins ENLIGN Business Brokers

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/18/2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C.- Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI and Principal Broker of ENLIGN Business Brokers, a firm representing profitable privately-held, businesses for

Seller Financing: It Makes Dollars And Sense

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

When contemplating the sale of a business, an important option to consider is seller financing. Many potential buyers don't have the necessary capital or lender

ENLIGN Sells Lake Norman Tap Room And Brewery - LK..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/31/2015

MOORESVILLE, NC – Joe Vagnone has announced the successful sale of a locally owned tap house and brewery located in Moorseville, NC. ENLIGN marketed the o

ENLIGN Sells Language Interpretation And Translati..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/04/2016

NASHVILLE, TN  - Michael Fekkes, CBI, CEPA announces the sale of a global translation and language interpretation business on the west coast.  The bus

Considerations When Selling...Or Buying

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Important questions to ask when looking at a business...or preparing to have your business looked at by prospective buyers.•What’s for sale? What&rsq

The Offering Memorandum

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

A solid, factual and compelling offering memorandum maximizes the chances of not only selling a business, but obtaining the highest possible price.  An off

ENLIGN Sells The Social Game Room And Tap In Durha..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/14/2020

Raleigh, NC – George Bradbury, an ENLIGN Business Broker based in Raleigh, NC is pleased to announce the successful sale of the Social Gameroom and Tap. T

Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI Admitted As Expert Wit..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/02/2016

RALEIGH, N.C.- Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI and Principal Broker of ENLIGN Business Brokers, a firm representing profitable privately-held, businesses for sa

ENLIGN Retained By Franchised Dog Daycare, Boardin..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/28/2020

RALEIGH, NC – Jeff Snell has announced that the firm has been retained by a franchised dog daycare, boarding, obedience and grooming, with retail business

How's Your Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Your first question may be, “Just what is Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?” We see CSR demonstrated in a variety of ways in areas such as: TH

ENLIGN Sells Established And Popular Garden Center..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/17/2016

RALEIGH, NC  - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI announces the sale of an established and popular garden center in Raleigh, North Carolina.  The busines

Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI And Michael Fekkes, CB..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/22/2016

Jeff Snell and Michael Fekkes have completed the Merger and Acquisition Source Course #600: Presentation Skills for M&A Professionals. The three day course

ENLIGN Sells Snap Fitness Located In Cornelius, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/03/2016

CORNELIUS, NC  – Joe Vagnone announced the sale of Snap Fitness based in Cornelius, North Carolina.  With 2,000 clubs open or in development in

Learn The Dynamics And Save The Deal

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Many business owners are unfamiliar with the dynamics of selling a company, because they have never done so. There are numerous possible “deal breakers.&r

The Confidentiality Myth

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/16/2016

When it comes time to sell the company, a seller's prime concern is one of confidentiality. Owners are afraid that “if the word gets out” they will

How Does Your Company Rate?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Valuation of private companies is much more subjective than public companies because there is no free trading marketplace for the private companies’ stock

What Sellers Don't Expect When Selling Their Compa..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

In the proverbial “perfect world,” business owners would plan three to five years ahead to sell their companies. But, as one industry expert has sug

When Is A Company In Trouble?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Companies can be in trouble or headed for it for many reasons. However, most of them can be linked to one or more of the following: • Lack of proper focus

What Are Your Company's Weaknesses?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Every company has weaknesses; the trick is to fix them. There is a saying that the test of a good company president or CEO is what happens to the company when h

Keys To Improving The Value Of Your Company

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

The first key is to have your accountant take a look at your accounting procedures and make recommendations on how to improve them. He or she may also help in p

Triangle Business Journal Reports ENLIGN Completes..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/15/2016

RALEIGH, NC - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI announced that The Triangle Business Journal reported on April 15th, 2016 that ENLIGN had successfully completed t

Is Your Company Hiding An "Orphan"?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Does your business have an orphan product or service that is doing okay, but doesn’t seem to fit into your core business? Many companies, private equity g

Does Your Company Have Pricing Power?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

If Starbucks raised the price of a cappuccino, sales most likely would not be affected. If your attorney raised his or her hourly rate, would you switch law fir

What Do The Following Companies Have In Common?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

This is just a partial list: Church’s Chicken, Uno Chicago Grill, Charlie Brown’s, Domino’s Pizza, Burger King, Cinnabon, Sizzler. The first r

If The Business Listing Has Available Commercial P..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/26/2020

Here’s the set up… A business you are interested in is listed for sale for $900,000. You’ve completed your due diligence and it looks intere

ENLIGN Retained By Independent Packing, Shipping A..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/19/2016

RALEIGH, N.C. – Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI and ENLIGN’s Principal Broker and Founder, has announced that the firm has been retained by an indep

The Key Ingredient To Selling Your Company

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Business Appraisers, before beginning an assignment, like to know the purpose of the appraisal. Usually the assignment demands “bullet proof” docume

Who Should Sign A NDA Or CA (Non-Disclosure Agreem..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/26/2020

Entrepreneurs often get the advice from their lawyers and friends to require that a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) or Confidentiality Agreement (CA) – ND

Small Companies That Can't Afford To Sell

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

In many cases, the sale of a small company is “event” driven. That is, the reason for sale is health, divorce, partnership issues, even decline in b

ENLIGN Sells Fly Fishing And Outdoor Retail Shop I..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/31/2016

CORNELIUS, NC – Joe Vagnone has announced the successful sale of Madison River Fly Fishing Outfitters located in Cornelius, North Carolina.  This sho

ENLIGN Sells High Quality Personal Service Limousi..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/02/2016

RALEIGH, NC – Jeff Snell has announced the successful sale of All-Points Transportation located in Raleigh, North Carolina to Triangle Corporate Coach.&nb

Do You Really Want To Sell Your Company?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Sellers have to ask this question and give it serious thought prior to making the decision to sell. In too many instances, sellers get to the proverbial altar a

Selling Your Business? Follow These Ten Commandmen..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

1. Place a reasonable price on your business. Since an inflated figure either turns off or slows down potential buyers, rely on your business broker to help you

ENLIGN Retained By Bridal And Formal Wear Retailer

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2016

RALEIGH, NC  - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced that the firm has been retained by a bridal and formal wear retailer to represent them in the

Gregg Kunz Joins ENLIGN Advisors - Colorado

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/01/2016

RALEIGH, N.C.- Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI and Principal Broker of ENLIGN Business Brokers, a firm representing profitable privately-held, businesses for sa

Consumers Voice Complaints: And Business Owners Sh..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

"Your salespeople didn't listen when I placed my order, and when I wrote a letter to complain, they still didn't get it right. I guess they don't read any bette

Under-Reporting Comes Under Fire

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

What is the true income of an independent business? This is a question of interest to many parties--including prospective buyers, investors, and lenders--but no

ENLIGN Sells Yacht Sales, Transport, Storage, Main..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/06/2021

Raleigh, NC - ENLIGN Business Brokers has served as intermediary in the sale of Triton Yachts located in Oriental, NC. ENLIGN, representing the sellers, Paul an

Large Electrical Contractor Selects ENLIGN As Excl..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/26/2016

Raleigh, NC – Charles "Chuck" Russitano, CPA has announced that the firm has been retained by a growing electrical contracting firm to represent them in t

When Selling Your Business: Confidentiality Is Key

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

You've make the big decision to sell. Your books are in order, you've spiffed up the premises. What are you waiting for? Many sellers get to this threshold and

ENLIGN Sells Profitable Vintage Corvette Car Deale..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/30/2016

NASHVILLE, TN  - Michael Fekkes, CBI, CEPA announces the sale of a classic and vintage corvette dealer in middle Tennessee.  This eleven-year-old busi

ENLIGN Sells Box-Mail-Ship In Cornelius, North Car..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/15/2021

Cornelius, NC – Box-Mail-Ship, a locally known company providing top quality mailing, shipping and printing services and exceptional customer care for sma

ENLIGN Sells Independent Rapid Refill Ink And Tone..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/19/2016

RALEIGH, NC – Jeff Snell has announced the successful sale of Rapid Refill Ink and Toner located in Raleigh, North Carolina to Kelly Gunterman.  The

A Seller's Checklist Of Do's And Don'ts

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Do have all of your business documentation ready. Everything starts with it. Don't underestimate the value of your business. Owners of privately held businesse

A Few Things To Consider

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Buyers Want Cash Flow The first thing to keep in mind is that the vast majority of buyers want to buy cash flow. Sit down with your accountant or bookkeeper an

ENLIGN Retained By Large Middle Tennessee HVAC Com..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/03/2016

NASHVILLE, TN  - Michael Fekkes, CBI, CEPA has announced that the firm has been retained by a large heating ventilation & cooling firm to represent the

Selling Your Business -- Some Key Questions And An..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Selling your business is a major decision! You have devoted your time, money and energy to building, running and operating your business. It may well represent

ENLIGN Facilitates New Owner For Charlotte-based R..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/08/2016

CHARLOTTE, NC – Charlotte based Moxie Cycling Company, http://www.moxiecycling.com, a cycling apparel company by and for women with moxie, is under new ow

ENLIGN Retained By Franchised Cabinet Sales And In..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/10/2016

RALEIGH, NC  - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced that the firm has been retained by a franchised cabinet sales and installation with refacing a

What Is A Contingency?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

A contingency in the sale of a business is a condition in the contract of sale or offer that must be resolved, satisfied or rectified by either a buyer or selle

ENLIGN Has Record Breaking 2016 Number Of Closings..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/01/2017

RALEIGH, NC – Jeff Snell has announced that ENLIGN has completed a record 2016 year in number of businesses sold. Additionally, In January 2017 the firm h

A Seller's Major Concerns

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

For many owners, selling their business is a new experience, and there is always the fear of the unknown. Selling a business is a not only a major economic deci

Joe Vagnone Recognized By Lake Norman Chamber With..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/20/2017

Joe Vagnone, a business consultant with ENLIGN Business Brokers is author of “So You Want to Buy a Small Business?”. Vagnone can also be heard on Fr

Unreported Income:

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Prospective buyers don’t want to hear about “what the business really makes” – they want to see the books and records that show what is

ENLIGN Retained By A Restaurant And Bar On The Int..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/25/2017

North Carolina: George Bradbury has announced that the firm has been retained by a restaurant and bar located on the North Carolina inter-coastal waterway to re

Market Trends Reported In The IBBA And M&A Source ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/01/2021

Created in 2012, the IBBA and M&A Source Market Pulse Survey was created to provide business owners and their advisors with a clear understanding of ever-

ENLIGN Retained By Computer Systems Integration Fi..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/01/2017

RALEIGH, NC – Jeff Snell has announced that the firm has been retained by a computer systems integration firm to represent them in the sale of the busines

ENLIGN Retained By A National Food And Juice Franc..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/09/2017

RALEIGH, NC—George Bradbury has announced that the firm has been retained by a food and juice franchise to represent them in the sale of the business. ENL

ENLIGN Retained By $1million+ Hair And Nail Salon

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/20/2017

RALEIGH, NC - George Bradbury has announced that the firm has been retained by a Hair and Nail Salon to represent them in the sale of the business. ENLIGN will

ENLIGN Becomes Title Sponsor For Educated Giving F..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/19/2017

RALEIGH, NC – Jeff Snell has announced that the firm has become the title sponsor for Educated Giving Foundation 2017. The next event is Wednesday, March

ENLIGN Sells Dog Kennel And Bar In Mooresville, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/20/2017

MOORESVILLE, NC – Ike’s Dog Pub Play & Stay, a business “where dogs and people come together”, bringing dog daycare, boarding and en

Confidentiality Agreement - What Is It ?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Confidentiality Agreement - A pact that forbids buyers, sellers, and their agents in a given business deal from disclosing information about the transaction to

"Only" 10,000 Hours To Become An Expert

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/12/2022

When it's time to sell your business and sign the definitive purchase agreement, you only get one chance to do it right. When trying to sell their business, m

The Complexities Of Valuations

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/26/2022

A lot of training and experience goes into quality business valuations. A variety of complex factors are involved. Plus, there are certainly some subjective e

Family Businesses - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/09/2022

  Family businesses are vital to the US and global economies. In fact, there are approximately 5.5 million family-owned and controlled businesses in the U

And A Letter Of Intent Is...

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

The Letter of Intent (LOI) is a pre-contractual written instrument prepared by the buyer for the seller, which is usually the preliminary understanding of both

Important Factors To Consider In Your Lease

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/14/2022

Due to the demanding nature of owning and running a business, certain things may occasionally be overlooked. Business owners frequently don't completely under

Negotiating The Price Gap Between Buyers And Selle..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Sellers generally desire all-cash transactions; however, oftentimes partial seller financing is necessary in typical middle market company transactions. Further

Is It Possible To Buy A Business With Little Or No..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/10/2022

When it comes to getting a loan, you can be certain that a bank will want collateral. This is true for both personal and business loans. Simply stated, if you

Friends And Family: A Financing Option

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

The first job facing many prospective business owners is rounding up the cash necessary to make the purchase. They may find that banks have made borrowing diffi

What Is A Company Worth?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

This question can only be answered by addressing other related questions, specifically: Who’s asking and for what purpose? From the perspective of the own

12 Ways To Increase The Value Of Your Company

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

1. Build a solid management team. A business with sales of $5 million and up needs a full complement of officers and directors. Such a team might include:

ENLIGN Retained By Alabama Signage Company

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/12/2017

NASHVILLE, TN - Michael Fekkes, M&AMI, CBI, CEPA has announced that the firm has been retained by a custom signage manufacturing company to represent them i

Why Is Confidentiality So Vitally Important

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/06/2022

You should put maintaining confidentiality first and foremost in your mind when selling a business. Since 2012 when the first Market Pulse Survey was conducted

A Different Look At Valuing Your Company

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Is there pricing elasticity? What's proprietary? What's the company's competitive advantage? Status of employment agreements and non-competes?  Post-Acquis

Rising Costs Don’t Justify “Sitting On The Fen..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/10/2022

  Fuel prices have doubled recently. Does that mean you don't buy a car?   Due to the nearly monthly increases in interest rates, some purchasers a

ENLIGN Retained By Coastal Beach Shop Conglomerate

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/11/2017

NASHVILLE, TN - Michael Fekkes, M&AMI, CBI, CEPA has announced that the firm has been retained by an East Coast beach shop conglomerate to assist in the str

Jeff Snell To Serve As International Business Brok..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/10/2017

RALEIGH, NC - ENLIGN Advisors congratulates Jeff Snell on being elected Treasurer of the International Business Brokers Association for the 2018 term. He has se

Michael Fekkes Appointed To Chair Of Merger & Acqu..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/15/2017

NASHVILLE, TN - ENLIGN Advisors congratulates Michael Fekkes on being appointed as Chair of the Merger & Acquisition Source Communications Committee. We are

Small Company Growth Trends

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

The median sales of a company going public has gone from an average $15 million in 1999 and 2000 to $164 million in 2004. Smaller companies have decided not to

Small Companies Are Innovators

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Small companies are the innovators. The need for large companies to acquire small companies is necessary in order for the former to capture new products and ser

Entrepreneurship Is Alive And Well!

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

A recent article in the Boston Globe reported that although more attention is on the large, primarily publicly held companies, more and more people are making t

ENLIGN Sells Material Handling Manufacturing Busin..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/01/2018

NASHVILLE, TN - Michael Fekkes, M&AMI, CBI, CEPA announces the sale of an Overhead Crane manufacturing business in middle Tennessee. This twenty-six-year-ol

What Is The Difference Between An M&A Advisor And ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/24/2022

To answer that question perhaps it’s best to first answer the question what is the difference between M&A transactions and business broker transactio

The Independent Contractor Revisited

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

As the federal government and the state governments look for more ways to bring in money, the independent contractor status is a likely place for them to look.

ENLIGN Represents Action Rider Tack In Second Succ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/05/2018

MEDFORD, OR - ENLIGN Business Brokers has served as intermediary in the sale of Action Rider Tack, Inc. located in Medford, Oregon for the second time. ENLIGN,

The Four Leading Causes Of Failed Business Acquisi..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/15/2023

Dwelling on failed acquisitions isn’t how we like to spend a lot of our time, but it’s important to learn from past transactions that didn’t

Women Business Owners: Coming On Strong

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

If there were any doubt that women owners are an ever-growing force on the independent business scene, new studies of leading female entrepreneurs around the wo

Preparing And Pricing A Business For Sale – 13 T..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/19/2023

No business is perfect, meaning that when selling your business, you will want to take inventory of the good, the bad and (if there is any) ugly as well for y

New Listing Announcement Established Machine And T..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/23/2023

ENLIGN is proud to announce this Established Machine and Tool Shop for sale.

To view the executive summary video click the link below.

Stock Vs. Asset Sale Transaction Structure Conside..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/07/2023

In this edition of ENLIGN Transaction Topics we explore the differences between stock and asset transactions when buying or selling a business and the pros and cons of each.

To view this Transaction Topics video, click the link below.

A Buyer's Quandary

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Statistics reveal that out of about 15 would-be business buyers, only one will actually buy a business. It is important that potential sellers be knowledgeable

Jeff Snell Appointed To International Business Bro..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/28/2012

Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has been appointed to the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) Membership Committee. Membership in the IBBA is volu

Jeff Snell Appointed To M&A Source Membership Comm..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/28/2012

Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has been appointed to the M&A Source Membership Committee. Membership in the M&A Source is voluntary. Membership fees an

ENLIGN Business Brokers Joins The Association Of P..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/05/2012

ENLIGN Business Brokers, a leading regional business brokerage and mergers acquisitions advisory firm has joined the Association of Professional Merger and Acqu

ENLIGN Retained By Southeast Manufacturing Company

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/26/2018

NASHVILLE, TN - Michael Fekkes, M&AMI, CBI, CEPA has announced that the firm has been retained by a manufacturer of vinyl and printed products to represent

Business Sale To A Competitor – Why They Always ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/29/2018

Selling your business to a competitor a.k.a. strategic buyer will always yield the lowest transaction value. By: Michael Fekkes, M&AMI, CBI, CEPA The unfor

Jeff Snell Appointed To IBBA Credentialing Committ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/27/2013

Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has been appointed to the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) Credentialing Committee. Membership in the IBBA is v

ENLIGN Business Brokers Lists Corporate Communicat..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/15/2018

RALEIGH, NC - Jeff Snell, CM&AP, M&AMI, CBI has announced that ENLIGN Advisors has been retained by the owners of a Corporate Communications VoIP and Ma

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Travel And Tou..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/18/2018

RALEIGH, NC - Jeff Snell, CM&AP, M&AMI, CBI has announced that ENLIGN Advisors has been retained by the owners of a Travel and Tourism Publisher with Mu

Questions To Consider For The Serious Buyer

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/30/2013

A serious buyer should have the answers to the following questions: Why are you considering the purchase of a business at this time? What is your time frame

Is Now The Right Time To Sell Your Company?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/12/2018

Like many things in life, timing can be everything when it comes to selling your company. Every day more and more baby-boomers are now reaching retirement age.

Examining The Mind Of The Serious Buyer – 5 Poin..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/19/2018

Are you looking for a way to perfect your presentation? Understanding what the typical serious buyer wants will help you get your business ready for selling. L

Are You Asking A Reasonable Price For Your Private..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/26/2018

Placing a price on a privately-held company is usually more complex than placing a value, or a price, on a publicly-held company. There are many reasons for th

ENLIGN Business Brokers Represents Outdoor Recreat..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/30/2013

Raleigh, NC - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced the successful sale of a retail outdoor recreation business located in Raleigh, NC. The transacti

The Top Two Ways To Purchase A Business Without Co..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/18/2018

Banks love collateral and for a very simple reason. If you have collateral, then the bank has something it can take if you fail to repay your loan. At its hea

Is It Time To Become A Business Owner? 3 Questions..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/24/2018

Many people know that owning a business isn't for them. But for others, the appeal and lure of owning their own business can be powerful indeed. If you are un

Embracing Retirement And Selling: 4 Tips For A Smo..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/31/2018

No one works forever. Regardless of how much you love your business, sooner or later you will have to step away. Owning a business can be very demanding. Thi

ENLIGN Business Brokers Lists Franchised Frame And..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/07/2011

== FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE == Local Business Brokerage Signs North Carolina Business As New Listing Raleigh, N.C.- Jeff Snell, CBI, ABI has announced that

Considering Selling? Some Things To Consider

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/07/2014

Know what your business is worth. Don’t even think about selling until you know what your business should sell for. Are you prepared to lower your price if

Interested In Buying A Business? Check Out These 3..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/18/2018

When it comes to buying a business, nothing is more important than the factor of due diligence. For most people, this investment is the single largest financia

Evaluating Your Company’s Weaknesses

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/24/2018

The time you spend evaluating your company’s weaknesses is, as it turns out, one of the single best investments you can hope to make.  No one should understa

Michael Fekkes Certified In The Pest Control Indus..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/01/2011

== FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE == Nashville, TN

Multi-location Franchised Toner And Ink Refill Com..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/29/2011

== FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE == Raleigh, NC - Jeff Snell M*AMI, CBI, ABI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by a Multi-location Franchi

The Importance Of Understanding Leases

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/09/2018

Leases should never be overlooked when it comes to buying or selling a business.  After all, where your business is located and how long you can stay at that l

Four Significant Issues You Need To Consider When ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/03/2019

The process of selling a business can be very complex. Whether you’ve sold a business in the past or are selling a business for the very first time, it is imp

Considering All Of Your Business Real Estate Optio..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/12/2019

In a recent December 2018 article in Divestopedia entitled, “Options for Business Real Estate When Selling a Company,” the topic of business real estate was

Determining Your Company’s Undocumented Value

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/19/2019

Business appraisals are not one-dimensional.  In fact, a good business appraisal is one that factors in a wide range of variables in order to achieve an accura

5 Big Questions To Consider When Financing A Busin..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/07/2019

How should the purchase of a business be structured?  This is a point that you’ll want to address early in the sale process.  For most people, buying or sel

ENLIGN Chosen To Represent Franchised Print, Copy,..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/30/2011

Goodwill And Its Importance To Your Business

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/02/2019

What exactly does the term “goodwill” mean when it comes to buying or selling a business?  Usually, the term “goodwill” is a reference to all the effor

Confidentiality Agreements: What Are The Most Impo..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/09/2019

Every business has to be concerned about maintaining confidentiality.  In fact, it is common for business owners to become somewhat obsessed with confidentiali

Why Sell Your Company?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/02/2015

Selling one's business can be a traumatic and emotional event. In fact, "seller's remorse" is one of the major reasons that deals don't close. The business ma

Could The Red-Hot Market For Businesses Be Cooling..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/13/2019

The economy is red hot, and that fact is translating over to lots of activity in businesses being sold.  However, it is possible that this record-breaking numb

A Reasonable Price For Private Companies

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/23/2015

Putting a price on privately-held companies is more complicated than placing a value or price on a publicly-held one. For one thing, many privately-held busin

Joe Vagnone And Jeff Snell Participate In WSIC Cha..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/13/2015

Charlotte & Raleigh, NC Joe Vagnone and Jeff Snell participate in WSIC Charlotte Radio Show on 03-13-2015. To listen online visit this link: http://www.ws

5 M&A Myths And How To Deal With Them

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/29/2019

Where your money is concerned, myths can do damage.  A recent Divestopedia article from Tammie Miller entitled, Crazy M&A Myths You Need to Stop Believing Now,

IBBA And M&A Source Market Pulse Survey Report..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/01/2019

The IBBA and M&A Source Market Pulse Survey Report for the fourth quarter of 2018 has a range of interesting insights.  The survey’s purpose is to provide an

ENLIGN Selected To Represent Transcription And Cou..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/03/2012

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Mid-Market Ene..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/06/2012

Nashville, TN - Michael Fekkes, CBI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by a Southeastern Energy Solutions Company to represent them in

Common Reasons For Selling

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/05/2015

It has been said that the sale of a business is usually event driven. Very few owners of businesses, whether small or large, wake up one morning and think, “T

Is Your Business Really Worth Handing Over To The ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/03/2019

Before you begin your business, you should be thinking about how you will hand that business over to someone else.  No one runs a business forever.  Whether y

The Variables That Drive And Influence Business Va..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/17/2019

If you’ve never bought or sold a business before, then the factors that drive and influence business valuations likely seem a bit murky.  In a recent Divesto

A Closer Look At 3 Major Factors To Consider When ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/14/2019

The simple but undeniable fact is buying a business is one of the single greatest financial decisions a person can make.  Buying a business can lead to great f

Should You Be Selling Your Company…Now?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/18/2015

The answer to the question asked in the title is, “It all depends!” There are all sorts of studies, surveys and the like suggesting that as more and more �

Why Your Company Needs A Physical

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

  Many executives of both public and private firms get a physical check-up once a year. Many of these same executives think nothing of having their inves

Effectively Utilizing Confidentiality Agreements

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/26/2019

Every year countless great deals, deals that would have otherwise gone through, are undone due to a failure to properly utilize and follow confidentiality agree

Exploring The Offering Memorandum

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/09/2019

Are you a business owner who is interested in selling?  If so, there are some strategies you should undoubtedly use.  At the top of the list is the all-import

Why Your Company Needs A Physical

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/07/2015

Many executives of both public and private firms get a physical check-up once a year. Many of these same executives think nothing of having their investments ch

Key Mistakes That Could Impact Your Sale

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/16/2019

The old saying, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” most definitely applies to any business owner that believes he or she will someday want t

Selling Your Company -- Some Key Points

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Settle all litigation and environmental issues before putting the company on the market. Hire a good transaction lawyer, because the buyer will also. If

Understanding Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/07/2019

If you don’t exactly understand what corporate social responsibility (CSR) means, don’t worry.  We’ll cover the main points you need to know.  CSR is in

Happy Employees Can Increase Profits…and Value

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/18/2015

Happy employees mean happy customers and clients. An unhappy employee can mean loss of business or worse. How does a business owner create happy and contented e

What You Need To Know About The Golden Age Of Busi..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/22/2020

Business acquisitions are red hot, and all kinds of businesses are being snapped up.  Some people are under the impression that only large businesses are b

How To Connect During A Crisis

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/14/2020

Small business owners are facing new challenges during this crisis.  Communicating with customers requires more focus and depth than ever before.  In

What Makes Your Company Unique?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/01/2016

There are unique attributes of a company that make it more attractive to a possible acquirer and/or more valuable. Certainly, the numbers are important, but po

ENLIGN Retained By Second Run Movie Theatre

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/04/2016

RALEIGH, NC  - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced that the firm has been retained by a second run movie theatre to represent them in the sale of the

6 Tips And 90 Days To Protect Your Business

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/02/2020

There can be no way around it, Inc. contributor Brian Hamilton’s April 2020 COVID-19 centered article, “6 Actions to Take in the Next 90 Days to Sav

Questions For Helping Businesses Survive The COVID

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/09/2020

Developing Your 90-Day Plan Those who want to make sure their businesses survive this pandemic will want to achieve a laser-like focus.  It is important to

How To Make Remote Teams Accountable

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/15/2020

One of the many, many changes that COVID-19 has ushered in is the extreme uptick in people working remotely.  Social distancing has made working from home

Dealing With COVID-19’s Economic Impact: Plannin..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/20/2020

There are many things that you should be doing to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.  At the top of the list is to be proactive.  Now is the time to be

COVID-19 Advice For Hospitality Businesses

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/29/2020

Clearly, some industries are taking a bigger hit from COVID-19 than others.  Any industry that requires a great deal of interaction with the public, or whe

Getting Back To Business After The COVID-19 Pandem..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/06/2020

Historians have long known the historical relevance and impact of epidemics and pandemics.  Despite our various technological advances and the complexity o

Negotiating The Price Gap Between Buyers And Selle..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/19/2020

Sellers generally desire all-cash transactions; however, oftentimes partial seller financing is necessary in typical middle market company transactions. 

Common Seller Questions

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/02/2016

How long does it take to sell my business? It generally takes, on average, between five to eight months to sell most businesses. Keep in mind that an average i

Seller Financing: It Makes Dollars And Sense

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/11/2020

When contemplating the sale of a business, an important option to consider is seller financing.  Many potential buyers don’t have the necessary capi

A Selling Memorandum

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/10/2016

A sellers memorandum includes all those points one would normally expect to see in any business plan, to wit: an executive summary, a business description, fina

Confidential Business Reviews Should Establish Tru..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/01/2020

When you are selling a business, your business broker or M&A Advisor will likely create a Comprehensive Business Review, or CBR.  This comprehensive do

Considerations When Selling…Or Buying

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/05/2016

Important questions to ask when looking at a business…or preparing to have your business looked at by prospective buyers. • What's for sale? What's not fo

Considering Generational Strategies

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/04/2020

When you are buying or selling a business, you might very well end up making a deal with someone from another generation.  Therefore, it only makes sense to ta

How Should Your Company Deal With An Orphaned Prod..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/02/2020

Keeping a product or service around that isn’t pulling its weight might prove to not be a very good idea.  You may have invested a good deal of time and reso

Four Common Seller Mistakes

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/24/2020

Sellers are just like everyone else in that they can make mistakes.  In this article, we’ll explore some of the most common mistakes that we see along with s

ENLIGN Retained By Two Profitable Coastal NC Sears..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/15/2016

RALEIGH, NC  - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced that the firm has been retained by two profitable coastal North Carolina Sears Hometown Stores to

ENLIGN Retained By Pressure Washing Company

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/01/2016

HUNTERSVILLE, NC  – Joe Vagnone has announced that the firm has been retained by a pressure washing company to represent them in the sale of the business. 

Getting The Most Out Of Confidentiality Agreements

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/12/2020

When it comes to buying or selling a business, there is no replacement for a solid confidentiality agreement.  One of the key ways that business brokers and M&

Learn The Dynamics And Save The Deal

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/06/2016

Many business owners are unfamiliar with the dynamics of selling a company, because they have never done so. There are numerous possible “deal breakers.” B

Ownership Transition Survey Results On Feedback An..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/20/2021

Mass Mutual Life Insurance produced an ownership transition survey back about a decade ago.  The survey results were based on feedback and answers from family-

Is It Possible To Sell To A Business Competitor?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/01/2016

A common question in the realm of buying and selling businesses is, “Is it possible to sell to a business competitor?” The short answer is yes, it is quite

What Is EBITDA And Why Is It Relevant To You?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/12/2016

If you've heard the term EBITDA thrown around and not truly understood what it means, now is the time to take a closer look, as it can be used to determine the

Can You Understand Your Buyer’s Key Motivations?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/11/2016

Negotiations can be tricky affairs. One wrong move can undo a tremendous amount of work. In negotiations, it is best to take a moment and think about where th

How To Ensure Confidentiality During Your Sale

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/19/2016

Selling a business is a process that depends upon professionalism and confidentiality. Selecting a business broker who understands the critical role that confi

5 Things To Consider When Transferring Your Busine..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/01/2016

Letting go of a business isn't a process that one should jump into lightly, and that fact holds true even when it comes to your loved ones. Let's take a look a

5 Tips For Dealing With Customer Complaints

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/01/2021

Companies of all sizes frequently fail to handle customer complaints appropriately.  In the digital era, where complaints can be seen by hundreds, thousands or

How Understanding Psychology Can Benefit Your Deal..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/10/2021

We work closely with our clients to preserve the integrity of deals so that they have the best chance of a successful closing. An often-overlooked aspect of the

12 Ways To Increase The Value Of Your Company

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/24/2021

1. Build a solid management team. A business with sales of $5 million and up needs a full complement of officers and directors. Such a team might include: a C

Should You Become A Business Owner?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/19/2016

While being a business owner may in the end not be for everyone, there is no denying the great rewards that come to business owners. So should you buy a busine

What Makes Your Company Unique In The Marketplace?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/07/2021

There are unique attributes of a company that make it more attractive to a possible acquirer and/or more valuable. Certainly, the numbers are important, but pot

Can I Buy A Business With No Collateral

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/03/2017

At first glance the idea of buying a business with no collateral may seem impossible, but in reality it can be done. Let's examine your options. When it comes

Sell Your Business And Start Your Retirement

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/11/2017

When the day comes to sell your business, it is important that prospective buyers understand why you have made this decision. Having a valid reason why it is t

The 5 Must-Do’s When Considering Buying Any Busi..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/25/2021

There is no doubt that buying a business can be a very exciting idea; however, it is critical that prospective buyers don’t lose track of what is truly import

How Changing Market Conditions Can Impact Your Bus..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/09/2021

Recently, the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) released its Q2 survey report, The IBBA and M&A Source Market Pulse. This survey features fe

What Are Your Company’s Weaknesses?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/07/2017

Every company has weaknesses; the trick is to fix them. There is a saying that the test of a good company president or CEO is what happens to the company when

3 Overlooked Areas To Consider When Buying A Busin..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/02/2021

Without a doubt, there are a multitude of factors that go into buying a business. Since there are so many variables involved, it is easy to potentially neglect

Are You Truly Ready To Become A Business Owner?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/07/2021

People frequently dream of owning their own business, as ownership has a range of perks and benefits. However, it is important for prospective business owners t

How To Purchase A Business Without Collateral

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/18/2021

Many prospective business owners believe that it is impossible to purchase a business without collateral. The simple fact is that banks do expect collateral whe

Gaining A Better Understanding Of Leases

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/06/2017

Leases can, and do, play a significant role in the buying or selling of businesses. It can be easy to overlook the topic of leases when focusing on the higher

Service Businesses Perform Highest When It Comes T..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/14/2017

Recently, Business Brokerage Press performed a survey of brokers across the country to see what sells at the highest rate, and what they discovered was very int

How To Sell And Successfully Launch Your Retiremen..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/06/2022

Many business owners are emotionally attached to their businesses, and it is easy to understand why. Typically, business owners invest not only a considerable a

Your Company’s Undocumented Worth

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/20/2017

The valuation is a major factor that influences the overall selling price of the property. Business appraisals are based upon a multitude of criteria and indis

FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

BUYERS WANT CASH FLOW Recasting financial statements will help you provide a potential buyer with a better view of cash flow.  Cash flow is not the same as

ENLIGN Sells Millwork And Design Business In Hills..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/04/2017

HILLSBOROUGH, NC - Jeff Snell has announced the successful sale of Hardwood Designs located in Hillsborough, North Carolina. The business was established in 198

Leases: Key Considerations That Can Make Or Break ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/12/2022

Are you selling a business that involves a lease? If so, this will be a factor that has significance to a buyer when you go to complete your deal. If your busin

5 Things You Need To Know About Confidentiality Ag..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/16/2017

Confidentiality is a major concern in virtually every business. Quite often business owners become a little nervous when it comes time to sell their business;

The Six Most Common Types Of Buyers: Pros & Cons

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/23/2017

Business owners considering selling should realize that they have many different types of prospective buyers. Today's prospective business buyers are more soph

Understanding Issues Your Buyer May Face

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/30/2017

Not every prospective buyer actually buys a business. In fact, out of 15 prospective buyers, only 1 actually makes a purchase. Sellers should remember that be

Do You Really Know The Value Of Your Company?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/06/2017

It is common for executives at companies to undergo an annual physical. Likewise, these same executives will likely examine their own investments at least once

Are You Sure Your Deal Is Completed?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/14/2017

When it comes to your deal being completed, having a signed Letter of Intent is great. While everything may seem as though it is moving along just fine, it is

The Top 3 Key Factors To Consider About Earnings

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/05/2017

Two businesses could report the same numeric value for earnings but that doesn't always tell the whole story. As it turns out, there is far more to earnings th

Do You Really Understand Your Customers?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/11/2017

The time you invest getting to know and understand your customers is time very well spent. The feedback you get is gold, pure gold. Yet, there are other reaso

The Top 3 Unexpected Events CEO’s May Encounter ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/18/2017

When it comes time to sell a business, not everything goes as planned. You may be one of the lucky ones and find that selling your business is a streamlined pr

Keys To Improving The Value Of Your Company

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/19/2017

The first key is to have your accountant take a look at your accounting procedures and make recommendations on how to improve them. He or she may also help in

It’s Time To Embrace CSR (Corporate Social Respo..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/06/2017

If you are unfamiliar with CSR or corporate social responsibility, you are certainly not alone. In the coming years, you'll be hearing a lot about CSR. In thi

Storytelling And Its Role In Selling A Business

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/12/2022

There is more to selling a business than merely relaying information. Sometimes it's more about the "why" than the "what".  When communicating with buyers

Three Common Errors Caused By Inexperience

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/28/2017

The old saying that “there is no replacement for experience” is a truism that has stood the test of time. The simple fact is that a lack of experience can

ENLIGN Retained By Tennessee Entertainment Company

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/06/2017

NASHVILLE, TN - Michael Fekkes, M&AMI, CBI, CEPA has announced that the firm has been retained by a profitable entertainment business to represent them in t

Communicating The Value Behind Your Asking Price

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/07/2022

  Your asking price is one of the most important factors to take into account when marketing your business for sale. Let's examine how business brok

Considerations When Buying A Business

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/14/2022

  When you're trying to buy a business, it's important to think things through. No matter how good the opportunity seems at first, you should ensure

Lessons Learned: Comments From Those Who Failed

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

The following appeared in a study, Financial Difficulties of Small Businesses and Reasons for Their Failure, prepared for the Small Business Administration (S

What Do Buyers Want In A Company?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/24/2018

Selling your business doesn't have to feel like online dating, but for many sellers this is exactly what it can feel like. Many sellers are left wondering, “

Similar Companies Can Have Huge Value Differences

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/27/2018

Can two companies in the same industry have very different valuations? In short, the answer is a resounding, yes. Let's take an example of two companies that

ENLIGN Records Highest Transaction Value And Highe..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/12/2012

According to the Triangle Business Journal and BizBuySell.com data ENLIGN Business Brokers recorded the largest sale in Central North Carolina during Q3 2012 wi

ENLIGN Represents Court Reporting Services Of Rale..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/18/2012

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Who Exactly Owns Personal Goodwill And Why Does It..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/21/2018

Personal goodwill can have a profound impact on both small and medium-sized businesses. In fact, it can even impact the sales of larger companies. Ultimately,

ENLIGN Brokers Attend M&A Source Conference

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/11/2012

Two ENLIGN Brokers, Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI and Charles Milam, CBI attended the Fall 2012 M&A Source conference held November 7th-9th in Las Vegas,

ENLIGN Business Brokers Provides Merger And Acquis..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/13/2012

Nashville, TN - Michael Fekkes, CBI has announced the successful sale of A&A Stone, a wholesale stone and masonry business. Representing Michael Melton and

Buying? Selling? Seven Key Points To Consider

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/27/2018

Buying or selling a business is one of the most important decisions that most people ever make. Before jumping in, there are several points that should be take

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Online Regiona..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/28/2012

Raleigh, NC - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced that the firm has been retained to represent an online marketing website for a regional travel and

Don’t Let The Dust Settle On Your Lease: 8 Facto..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/08/2018

Owners often neglect understanding their leases and this can be problematic. If your business is location-sensitive, then the status of your lease could be of

How Your Employees Can Boost Profits And Values

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/22/2018

The simple fact is that without employees, you don't have a business. Given the tremendous importance of your employees, it is important to step back and refle

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By National Ink A..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/22/2013

Raleigh, NC - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has announced that the firm has been retained to represent a multi-million dollar ink and toner retailer of remanu

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Custom Deck, S..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/24/2018

RALEIGH, NC - Jeff Snell, CM&AP, M&AMI, CBI has announced that ENLIGN Advisors has been retained by the owners of a Custom Deck, Screened Porch and Outd