Notes from the field, on valuation, timing, and what actually moves a deal forward, written by a broker who's been on both sides of the table.
SDE, market multiples by industry, the seven factors that actually move your number, and how to maximize value before you sell.
Read the guide → TimingA realistic timeline, what speeds a sale up, what slows it down, and the week-by-week breakdown.
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Read the guide → Orange CountyA complete guide: market conditions, what buyers look at, the most common seller mistakes, and industry-specific advice from a local broker.
Read the guide → PressRead the Inspiring Conversations interview covering the path from business owner to California business broker.
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