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Cantrell-Viala & Associates utilizes a time-tested methodology for valuing your business using your business financial information, industry statistics and your competitive market profile. Our business valuation model provides you with a valuation calculated to provide you with an optimistic business value based on multiples of your business profit and cash flow achievement.
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You should maintain normal business operations, inventory levels and procedures in dealing with employees and customers, maintain accurate accounting records. You should prepare the business by cleaning office areas for a potential buyer walk- through of the business.
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Every business is unique in its value, location and reputation. There is no way to accurately predict how long it will take to sell your business. Cantrell-Viala & Associates has achieved a high degree of success in selling businesses in short periods if the business is priced correctly.
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Information will only be provided after potential buyers execute legally binding confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements. These agreements are kept on file at Cantrell-Viala & Associates.
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Offers to buy your business will often be less than the expected price. Buyers establish what they are willing to pay for the business based on their own business valuation. Cantrell-Viala & Associates will present all offers to you and work with you to determine how to respond appropriately to each offer.
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Cantrell-Viala & Associates determines the initial financial suitability of each buyer by having him or her complete a financial statement application. Although financial institutions will require much more detail, the initial financial statement provides a snapshot of the financial ability of the buyers.
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Buyers due diligence periods vary in length. The actual closing date can be specified in the offer and acceptance and is usually determined by due diligence completion and financing.
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Although most business owners want to let their customers and employees know immediately, numerous due diligence and financial details must first be completed. Cantrell-Viala & Associates will work with you to determine the most appropriate time to notify your employees and customers.
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