Be sure to pick an advisor, whether a business
broker or investment banker, that truly understands the market and
who truly understands how to value a business. Placing a business on the market
with little chance of a sale benefits
no one and may, in fact, hurt you later when you lower the price.
We do not want your business to be known as a business that has been
shopped but not sold. In addition, make certain
that your advisor understands the differences in company legal structures
and how these differences can affect the after tax proceeds from the
sale. Alpha Omega is equally experienced and knowledgeable about a
stock or asset transaction for a C Corporation, S Corporation or Limited
Liability Corporation.
Depth of Management
Importance of Key Personnel
Stability of Industry
Diversification of Product Line
Diversification of Customer Base
Diversification/Stability of Suppliers
Geographic Location
Stability of Earnings
Earnings Margins
Financial Structure
Other – patent life, facility issues, etc.