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 Represents Action Rider Tack, Inc. In Succe..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/28/2013

RALEIGH - ENLIGN Business Brokers has served as intermediary in the sale of Action Rider Tack, Inc. (www.actionridertack.com) located in Medford, Oregon. ENLIG

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 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 Retained By Regional Trave..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/18/2014

Raleigh, NC – John O’Connor, ABI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by a TravelHost Magazine franchisee to represent them

ENLIGN Sells Lane's Tire & Auto Center In Statesvi..

Julie Wozniak | 02/24/2023

Statesville, NC – Lane’s Tire & Auto Center, a full-service automotive repair, tire & service shop, keeping the domestic automobiles of Statesville, Mooresville, Troutman and the surrounding areas in great running order since 2001, is under new ownership.   

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 Business Brokers Retained By Mathnasium Fra..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/02/2019

RALEIGH, NC - George Bradbury, CBI has announced that ENLIGN Business Brokers has been retained by the owner of a Mathnasium Franchise to sell the business

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 Advisors’ Jeff Snell Moderates Panel Disc..

12/05/2023

At the M&A Source Fall Conference & Deal Market in Charlotte, NC, ENLIGN Advisors’ Principal Broker, Jeff Snell, who holds the association’s Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary designation (M&AMI), moderated a discussion of esteemed professionals on the topic, “Advanced Add-Backs in M&A.”

Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI Quoted In Raleigh, NC ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/02/2015

RALEIGH, NC - ENLIGN Business Brokers has announced that Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI has been quoted by staff writer Virginia Bridges. The article is entitl

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

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

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

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

Dealing With Inexperience Can Ruin The Deal

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/24/2019

The 65-year old owner of a multi-location retail operation doing $30 million in annual sales decided to retire.  He interviewed a highly recommended in

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

ENLIGN Launches New Word Press Responsive Website

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/10/2015

RALEIGH, NC - Today ENLIGN announces the launch of a new completely redesigned website at www.enlign.com. With design and coding by The Marketing Machine (www.t

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

ENLIGN Sells Dry Clean Spot Of Mooresville, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/30/2019

Charlotte, NC – Joe Vagnone, an ENLIGN Business Broker based in Cornelius, NC is pleased to announce the successful sale of Dry Clean Spot in Mooresville

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

ENLIGN Represents Owners Of Val-Pak Of Wilmington,..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/02/2015

RALEIGH, N.C. – John O'Connor, ABI, has announced that the firm has represented the owners of Val-Pak of Wilmington, NC - a coupon mailing franchise resal

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

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

ENLIGN Sells Mathnasium Of Garner, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/30/2019

Raleigh, NC – George Bradbury, an ENLIGN Business Broker based in Raleigh, NC is pleased to announce the successful sale of the Mathnasium franchise in Ga

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

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

Why Seller Financing?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Many business owners would like to receive all-cash for their business when selling. And yet they are often told that this is really not possible. Why? Most peo

Seller Financing -- How A Broker Can Help

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Another important factor relating to the asking price is the amount of cash involved in the sale. There is an old saying that the higher the full-price, the low

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

ENLIGN Sells Sweet Memories Bakery In Apex, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/16/2016

APEX, NC  – Jeff Snell announced the sale of Sweet Memories Bakery located in Apex, North Carolina.  Sweet Memories Bakery is an upscale, desser

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

Due Diligence -- Do It Now!

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Due diligence is generally considered an activity that takes place as part of the selling process. It might be wise to take a look at the business from a buyer&

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

ENLIGN Retained By Large Central NC Independent Ga..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/28/2020

RALEIGH, NC – Jeff Snell has announced that the firm has been retained by a large central independent NC garden center.  ENLIGN will represent them i

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

ENLIGN Sells Custom Upholstery Shop In Greensboro,..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/19/2016

GREENSBORO, NC  - Charles Milam, M&AMI, CBI announced the sale of a custom upholstery business located in Greensboro and serving Winston Salem, Durham,

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 Hallmark Gold Crown Store In Charlott..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/24/2016

MATTHEWS, NC – Joe Vagnone has announced the successful sale of a locally owned Hallmark Gold Crown Store franchise. This was a five-owner, estate trust

ENLIGN Sells Franchised Printer In Raleigh, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/01/2016

RALEIGH, NC  - Jeff Snell, M&AMI, CBI, ABI announces the sale of the PIP Printing franchise on Creedmoor Road in Raleigh, North Carolina.  The bus

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

ENLIGN Sells Brookdale Florist Of Statesville, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/31/2020

Statesville, NC – Brookdale Flowers and Gifts, a business hand-delivering premium floral arrangements and gift baskets to the people of Statesville, NC si

ENLIGN Sells Birkdale Office Suites Of Huntersvill..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/11/2020

Huntersville, NC – Birkdale Office Suites, a business providing office space options to the business people of Huntersville, NC since 2015, is under new o

ENLIGN Sells Online Jewelry Retailer Based In Chap..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/28/2016

CHAPEL HILL, NC – John O’Connor, ABI announced the sale of KellyAndPavel Designs based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.  The business provides o

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

ENLIGN & Scale Finance Facilitate Partnership Buyo..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/24/2016

CHARLOTTE, NC: ENLIGN Business Broker Joe Vagnone and Scale Finance Director Roger Portaro announce the successful partnership buyout of IRV Plumbing & Elec

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

Dealing With Inexperience Can Ruin The Deal

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

The 65-year old owner of a multi-location retail operation doing $30 million in annual sales decided to retire. He interviewed a highly recommended intermediary

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

ENLIGN Sells Franchised Mobility Access Equipment ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/10/2016

CHARLOTTE, NC – ENLIGN Sells Franchised Mobility Access Equipment Retailer.  Jeff Snell has announced the successful sale of Amramp located in Charlo

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

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

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

ENLIGN Sells Wilmington, NC Camp Run-a-Mutt Non-Fr..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/23/2021

Wilmington, NC - ENLIGN Business Brokers has served as intermediary in the sale of Camp Run-a-Mutt Non-Franchise Related Assets in Wilmington, NC Tax Lawyers. E

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

ENLIGN Sells Custom Upholstery Manufacturer In Gre..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/30/2016

Greensboro, NC - Charles Milam, M&AMI, CBI announces the sale of a Custom Upholstery Manufacturer in North Carolina. This forty-year-old business specialize

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

ENLIGN Sells Bio Green Charlotte- Lake Norman Fran..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/09/2016

STATESVILLE, NC – Bio Green Natural Fertilization, a company specializing in weed control, outdoor pest control, core aeration, seeding and professional l

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 Sells Busy Upscale Hair Salon In Wake Fores..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/05/2016

WAKE FOREST, NC - George Bradbury has announced the successful sale of SHEARFUN Hair Studio located in Wake Forest, North Carolina with 12 stylists that provide

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 Sells The Closet Factory Raleigh

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/19/2021

Raleigh, NC – ENLIGN Business Brokers has served as intermediary in the sale of the Closet Factory Raleigh franchise territory. ENLIGN, representing the s

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

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

Increasing The Value Of Your Business

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Considering selling your business? Just want to increase the value of your business? Here are some areas to look at that can fairly quickly increase profits, wh

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 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 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

ENLIGN Sells The Howell Theatre In Smithfield, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/21/2017

Smithfield, NC – Howell Theatre, a four screen second run movie theatre, is under new ownership. Jeff Snell, facilitated this sale between the Seller, Ch

ENLIGN Sells Great Blooms Florist In Raleigh, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/01/2017

Raleigh, NC – Great Blooms Florist, a large single location florist, is under new ownership. Jeff Snell facilitated this sale between the Seller, Glenn G

ENLIGN Sells Pro Shine Of North Carolina In Moores..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/26/2017

Mooresville, NC – Pro Shine of NC, a full service car wash, making the automobiles of Mooresville, Troutman and the surrounding areas shine since 2010, is

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

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

ENLIGN Sells Bulldog Express In Garner, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/13/2017

GARNER, NC – Bulldog Express, a full service mailing, packing, and shipping store serving Garner and the surrounding areas since 2010, is under new owners

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

Financing The Business Acquisition

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

The epidemic of corporate downsizing in the US has made owning a business a more attractive proposition than ever before. As increasing numbers of prospective b

Financing The Business Purchase

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Where can buyers turn for help with what is likely to be the largest single investment of their lives? For most small to mid-sized business acquisitions, here a

Financing Facts

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

There still aren't too many ways to finance the purchase of a business.  Here are the primary methods: Buyer Financing Some buyers may have the cash ava

ENLIGN Sells The Junction Salon & Bar In Raleigh, ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/18/2017

Raleigh, NC – The Junction, is a $1.2 million Hair and Nail Salon in Downtown Raleigh. Their unique concept is that they are the only Salon in NC that als

Buying A Franchise: What It's Worth To You

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

If you are considering entering the world of franchising, an important consideration is assessing the value of the business. All of the following factors either

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:

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

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

ENLIGN Sells The Grabbagreen Restaurant In North H..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/29/2017

Raleigh, NC – The Raleigh Grabbagreen Restaurant, is a fast food restaurant where great tasting, healthy food meet the speed and convenience of tradi

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

ENLIGN Sells Acme Sample Books, High Point, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/03/2018

High Point, NC – Formed in 1955, Acme Sample Books produces sales tools for furniture, fabric and wall covering manufacturing companies who benefit from c

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

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

ENLIGN Sells Shuping Superior Graphics, Salisbury,..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/19/2018

Salisbury, NC – Formed over three decades ago, Shuping Superior Graphics [SSG] prints golf score cards and golf course yardage books for hundreds of

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.

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

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 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

ENLIGN Business Brokers Represents Retail Franchis..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/12/2013

Triad, NC - Charles Milam, M&AMI, CBI has announced the successful sale of a retail franchise business located in Chapel Hill, NC.

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

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

ENLIGN Business Brokers Retained By Buyer For P&C ..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/02/2011

== FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ==

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

ENLIGN Launches Limited Fee 'Marketing Only' Servi..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/21/2011

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

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

Why Is Seller Financing So Important To The Sale O..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 01/10/2012

Surveys have shown that a seller who asks for all cash, receives on average only 70 percent of his or her asking price, while sellers who accept terms receive

ENLIGN Selected To Represent Transcription And Cou..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/03/2012

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

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

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

Financing The Business Sale -- Some Questions To A..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Structuring the purchase of a business is an issue that should be faced early in the selling decision. Ultimately, the final structure of the sale will be det

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

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

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

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. 

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

ENLIGN Sells Local Travel Magazine In Raleigh, NC

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 03/28/2016

RALEIGH, NC  - John O'Connor, ABI announces the sale of the Travel Host Magazine franchise  in Raleigh, North Carolina.  The business provides advertising an

Due Diligence — Do It Now!

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/15/2016

Due diligence is generally considered an activity that takes place as part of the selling process. It might be wise to take a look at the business from a buyer

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

Successfully Navigating Seller Financing

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 11/05/2020

Only a small percentage of the population is able to go through life without using some form of financing at some point.  Most people have little choice but to

How To Optimize Your Chances Of Selling Your Busin..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/05/2020

The simple fact is that selling your business is likely to be the single most important financial decision you’ll ever make.  With this important fact in min

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

The Importance Of Owner Flexibility

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 12/18/2020

You shouldn’t expect to sell your company overnight.  For every company that sells quickly, there are a hundred that take many months or even years to sell.�

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-

The Importance Of Having A Dominant Position In Th..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 07/26/2016

In order to get top dollar for your business, it is necessary to prepare for the sale well in advance. In short, a tremendous amount of strategy and preparation

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

Seller Financing

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 09/27/2016

The majority of business sales include some form of seller financing. Typically, seller financing is when the seller provides a loan to cover part of the purch

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 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

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 Often-Overlooked Importance Of Leases

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/28/2021

When buying or selling a business, it is critically important that you evaluate the lease. It is a strange phenomenon that otherwise savvy business people will

The Importance Of Quality Negotiations

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/18/2021

When it comes to finalizing deals, successful negotiations are at the heart of the matter. It only makes sense to think about how to improve your communication

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

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

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

A Deeper Look At Seller Financing

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/19/2017

Buying a business requires a good deal of capital or lender resources. The bottom line is that a large percentage of buyers don't have the necessary capital or

The Importance Of Employee Happiness

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 02/18/2022

Everyone knows that good employees are important for a thriving business. That’s why there has been so much emphasis on keeping employees happy. When your emp

Financing The Business Sale: 6 Questions To Know

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 05/02/2017

How the purchase of a business will be structured is something that must be dealt with early on in the selling process. The simple fact is that the financing o

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

The Deeper Significance Of A Listing Agreement

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/20/2017

Listing agreements are very common when it comes to selling a business. In order to sell a business using a business broker, a listing agreement is usually req

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

Venture Financing: The Hard Facts

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Government financing and venture capital financing account for less than one percent of all new business financing. Sixty-seven percent of all small to mid-si

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

Three Signs You May Be Experiencing Burnout

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/07/2017

Burnout is a strange phenomenon in that often a business owner doesn't know that he or she is experiencing it until it is too late. Owners who feel beleaguered

The Tremendous Importance Of Simply Saying, “Hel..

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 08/15/2017

Far too many customers have grown to expect poor customer service. Whether its rude employees and customer support or impersonal robotic phone system responses

The Advantages Of Seller Financing

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 06/27/2012

Business owners who want to sell their business are often told by business brokers and intermediaries that they will have to consider financing the sale thems

You’re Experiencing Burnout, Now What?

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 10/04/2017

A large percentage of business owners are not just owners, but also operators. Owning a business can be exciting and rewarding, but it is also a tremendous amo

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

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

RALEIGH

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

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

The Importance Of The Term Sheet

ENLIGN DEAL TEAM | 04/30/2018

The value of the term sheet shouldn't be overlooked. From buyers and sellers to advisors and intermediaries, the term sheet is often used before the creation o

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