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πŸ† What Small Businesses Are Selling the Most Right Now?The small business sales market remains active, even as buyers be...
10/13/2026

πŸ† What Small Businesses Are Selling the Most Right Now?
The small business sales market remains active, even as buyers become more selective. In Q2 2026, more than 2,100 small businesses changed hands, with a median sale price of ~ $350k, while buyer demand continued to exceed the supply of quality businesses.

πŸ”§ Home & Commercial Service Businesses
HVAC, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, cleaning, and pest control companies continue to be among the most sought-after acquisitions. Buyers value their recession-resistant qualities.

πŸ₯ Healthcare & Wellness
Medical billing, home healthcare, fitness, and wellness businesses remain attractive due to strong demographic trends and recurring customer demand.
🏭 Manufacturing Companies
Manufacturers with niche products and established customer relationships continue to attract buyers looking for stable, scalable operations.
πŸ›οΈ Specialty Retail
Retail businesses with loyal customer bases, strong brands, or e-commerce capabilities are performing better than traditional retail operations.

βœ… What Buyers Want Most
πŸ“ˆ Consistent cash flow
πŸ“‹ Clean financial records
πŸ”„ Recurring revenue streams
πŸ‘₯ Reliable employees and management
πŸš€ Growth opportunities for the next owner

In fact, 86% of buyers are seeking recession-resistant businesses, while 63% prefer companies that are already thriving rather than turnaround opportunities.

πŸ’‘ The Bottom Line
These characteristics are FAR more important than the industry your business happens to be in. If your business has strong profitability and documented systems, there is a strong pool of buyers actively looking for opportunities.
πŸ“ž Thinking About Selling?
Understanding your company's value is the first step toward a successful exit. Contact us for a confidential valuation and learn how today's market may impact your business's sale price. https://hubs.la/Q04zVKTP0

Should You Have a Plan Beyond Family Succession?πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Many small business owners hope to pass their company to the nex...
10/06/2026

Should You Have a Plan Beyond Family Succession?

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Many small business owners hope to pass their company to the next generation. While that can be a great outcome, it's important to have a backup plan.
πŸ“Š The reality is that family succession is often challenging. Only ~ 30% of family businesses successfully transition to the second generation, and ~ 12% make it to the third.
🚧 Children may choose different careers, lack interest in ownership, or simply not be prepared to run the business. Waiting too long for a family transition can limit your options and reduce business value.

πŸ’‘ That's why every business owner should consider alternative exit strategies, including:

🎯 Selling to a Strategic Buyer
πŸ‘” Management Buyout
πŸ“ˆ Sale to a Financial or Private Equity Buyer
🀝 Employee Ownership

βœ… Having multiple succession options allows you to maximize value, protect employees, and ensure the company continues to thrive.

πŸ† Ultimately, your legacy isn't defined by who owns the business next. It's defined by the value you've created and the future you've secured. Whether the next owner is a family member or an outside buyer, the best succession plan is one that protects both your business and your financial future.

❓ Do you have a Plan B?
πŸš€ Don't wait until retirement to explore your options. Start planning today with a business valuation and exit strategy review to protect your legacy and maximize the value of your business with https://hubs.la/Q04z8QtG0

Waiting to sell your business may feel like the right decision because you know it’s not ready for a transfer. If sales ...
09/29/2026

Waiting to sell your business may feel like the right decision because you know it’s not ready for a transfer. If sales are growing and business is good, you probably want to keep your pedal on the gas.

⚠️ But what are you risking by putting off planning for your exit?
Denying the importance of careful exit planning can create consequences that are easy to overlook.
πŸ“‰ Your business can change faster than the marketplace.
A key employee leaves. A large customer goes elsewhere. Either of these can reduce value and make a sale harder, regardless of market conditions, and can happen even when business is good.
πŸ”„ Buyer demand is volatile.
Strategic buyers move on their own timelines. Priorities shift, capital tightens, and the buyer willing to pay a premium today may not be available tomorrow. Being prepared for an exit well before you’re ready to sell, puts Owners in the position to capitalize on offers from strategic buyers.
⏳ Waiting has a cost.
Each year brings more operational pressure, market risk, and wealth tied up in one illiquid asset. These risks are realβ€”even when the potential upside feels close.
🎯 The goal line keeps moving.
One delay makes the next one easier. Over time, this avoidance actually becomes the strategy. And that strategy results in postponement of your exit from the business and poor outcomes.
βœ… Do not let avoidance and postponement decide your outcome. Schedule an exit-readiness review this week, identify the single biggest threat to your company’s value, and commit to fixing it before circumstances force your hand. https://hubs.la/Q04yBjyp0

What Makes a Small Business "Bankable"? Not all businesses are viewed the same by lenders. When banks and SBA lenders ev...
09/22/2026

What Makes a Small Business "Bankable"?

Not all businesses are viewed the same by lenders. When banks and SBA lenders evaluate a business acquisition, they're looking for one thing above all else: confidence the business wil consistently generate enough cash flow to repay the loan. For Buyers, understanding what lenders want can open the door to better financing options and make business ownership more attainable. The more bankable a business is, the larger the pool of qualified Buyers. The larger the pool of Buyers, the higher the demand and selling price.

A lender-friendly business typically has:

βœ… Consistent revenue and profitability
βœ… Clean and accurate financial records
βœ… Diverse customers (not dependent on one client)
βœ… Stable operations and experienced employees
βœ… A proven track record of success
βœ… Strong cash flow to support debt payments

Businesses with recurring revenue, long-term customer relationships, and predictable earnings often stand out in the lending process.
Thinking about selling your business? The right opportunity isn't just a good business; it's one lenders are excited to finance and Buyers are excited to acquire. We can help you prepare, contact us ://savvybusinessbrokers.com/

πŸ“Š When was the last time you had your business valued?βœ… For many owners, an annual valuation is a smart way to stay info...
09/15/2026

πŸ“Š When was the last time you had your business valued?

βœ… For many owners, an annual valuation is a smart way to stay informed. If your business, industry, financing, leadership, or market conditions have changed, your value may have changed.
πŸ’‘ A current valuation can help you plan for a sale, secure financing, manage ownership changes, and make strategic decisions with greater confidence.
⏰ If it has been a while, now may be the right time to understand what your business is worth.
πŸ“© Ready for clarity? Request a custom valuation with Savvy Business Brokers @ https://hubs.la/Q04xnGP70 to get a clearer picture of your potential market value and transaction timeline.

πŸš€ 5 myths about selling a small business.1️⃣ Myth: "You need a huge business to attract buyers."βœ… Reality: Buyers aren't...
09/09/2026

πŸš€ 5 myths about selling a small business.

1️⃣ Myth: "You need a huge business to attract buyers."
βœ… Reality: Buyers aren't chasing size. They're chasing predictable cash flow, clean books, and a business that doesn't fall apart without the owner. A well-run $500K business is more sellable than a chaotic $5M one.

2️⃣ Myth: "I'll get top dollar because of how hard I worked."
βœ… Reality: Buyers don't pay for your effort. They pay for what the business can do without you. Sweat equity isn't a line item on a valuation.
3️⃣ Myth: "I can sell whenever I decide to sell."
βœ… Reality: Trying to make a business look "sale-ready" just before listing creates stress and poor results. Planning ahead a year or more increases buyer demand and leads to a smoother sale process for the Owner and other stakeholders.
4️⃣ Myth: "I can prepare for the sale process all by myself.”
βœ… Reality: Invariably, tax, legal, financial, and other advisors are needed to compile required information, make critical decisions, and complete a successful sale. Involving the right team of advisors early in the process prevents problems that derail many business sales.
5️⃣ Myth: "Once we sign, it's over."
βœ… Reality: Earnouts, transition periods, and seller financing mean many owners are still involved β€” financially or operationally β€” long after closing day.

πŸ’‘Many business owners learn these lessons the hard way. If you’re even considering an exit someday, start building sale-readiness nowβ€”make it a habit, not a last-minute scramble. We can help you take the first step. Contact us at https://hubs.la/Q04wXDj80


On Labor Day we honor the workers who built this country. ⏰ A lot of them didn't punch a clock. They owned the clock. πŸŒ… ...
09/04/2026

On Labor Day we honor the workers who built this country.

⏰ A lot of them didn't punch a clock. They owned the clock.

πŸŒ… They opened before sunrise and locked up after dark.
πŸ’» They did payroll on Sunday nights.
πŸ“± They answered "quick questions" on vacations that were never really vacations.

There's an irony in that word β€” labor.
πŸ”§ So many small business owners worked so hard IN their business that they never got the chance to work ON it. The dream that was supposed to buy freedom ended up consuming it instead.

βš’οΈ This Labor Day, we're not just celebrating the grind.
We're also celebrating the owners who are ready for what comes next β€” the ones who built something real and are starting to ask: what would it look like to finally step back?
πŸ’¬ If that's you, or someone you know, that conversation doesn't have to start with "I'm selling." It can start with "I'm curious what my business is worth" or "I don't know what my options are." That's usually enough.

Here's to the ones ready for their next chapter!

Selling your business to family members or employees can be a good option.But before deciding, it is worth comparing an ...
09/01/2026

Selling your business to family members or employees can be a good option.

But before deciding, it is worth comparing an internal sale with what an outside buyer might offer.

πŸ“Š Consider these numbers:
Only about 30% of family-owned businesses make it to the second generation. About 12% make it to the third generation, and only 3% make it to the fourth generation or beyond.
That doesn't mean selling to family is a bad idea. It means successful succession requires more than having a willing family member or employee.
πŸ’° Can they afford to buy it?
Internal buyers often don't have the capital for an acquisition. That can leave the seller financing a substantial portion of the purchase price and depending on future business performance to get paid.
🧭 Are they ready to be owners?
Being a good employee or manager doesn't necessarily mean someone is ready to make ownership-level decisions involving debt, capital expenditures, employees, customers and business risk.
🏦 What do you need for retirement?
If your business is worth $2 million, there's a major difference between receiving $2 million at closing and receiving $200,000 per year for 10 years. Price and terms both matter.
πŸ”Ž Have you compared the outside market?
Even if you prefer an internal buyer, knowing what strategic or financial buyers might pay gives you an important benchmark.
🌱 And what happens after the transition?
A successful ownership transfer is not just about getting the business from one owner to the next. It is about giving the new owner the best possible chance to keep the business profitable and growing.
βœ… The bottom line:
Selling to family or employees can be the right choice, but it should be based on sound analysisβ€”not just because it feels like the natural next step.
Compare the price, terms, taxes, risk, and long-term viability of an internal sale against the alternatives.
If you are considering your exit options, we're happy to help you evaluate them contact us @ https://hubs.la/Q04vXwHY0

πŸ”Ž Have you thought about what life after selling your business will actually look like? For many Owners, the decision to...
08/18/2026

πŸ”Ž Have you thought about what life after selling your business will actually look like?

For many Owners, the decision to sell is not just about price. It is about identity, purpose, timing, and knowing what comes next.

🧭 A strong exit requires both financial preparation and emotional preparation. You must understand what your business is worth, what you need from the sale, and how you want your next chapter to feel.

πŸŒ… Selling can create freedom, but only if you have a plan for what that freedom is meant to support.

βœ… The best exits are not only planned around the transaction. They are planned around the life you want after it.

πŸ’¬ If selling is somewhere on your horizon, let’s map your exit. Contact us @ https://hubs.la/Q04tbwtC0

Most business Owners hear "Seller financing" and think they're being asked to take less.They're not. They're being offer...
08/11/2026

Most business Owners hear "Seller financing" and think they're being asked to take less.
They're not. They're being offered a different instrument.

Here's what carrying a note means for you:

πŸ’° You get paid interest.
A Seller note isn't a discount β€” it's a loan you're making at a rate you negotiate. That's yield on money that would otherwise just sit in an account.

πŸ“ˆ You usually get a higher price, not a lower one.
Cash Buyers price for risk and discount hard. Remove the financing barrier and you widen the Buyer pool β€” more Buyers means better terms.

🏦 You still get most of your money at closing.
The note is typically a slice, not the whole price. The bank funds the bulk; you carry the rest.

πŸ“Š It's not unusual β€” it's how the market works.
IBBA's (International Business Brokers Association) Market Pulse survey consistently finds Seller financing in the vast majority of small-business deals. If you're being asked to carry paper, you're in a normal deal, not a bad one.

πŸ”‘ The real questions aren't whether to carry a note β€” they're how much, at what rate, over how long, secured by what, and what happens if a payment's missed. That's where the deal gets negotiated, and where having someone in your corner matters.

🧾 Worth asking your CPA too: depending on structure, an installment sale can change when you owe tax on the gain. Not always, not on every dollar β€” but worth discussing before you sign.

πŸ“© Thinking about selling and want to talk through what a reasonable note looks like for your business? Send us a message. πŸ‘‰ https://hubs.la/Q04svnK40

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100 Wilburn Road, Ste 103
Sun Prairie, WI
53590

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