The Bay Advisors

At least once a month, I get a call from an owner who has listed their business for sale by owner. It seems to be going well until they actually get some buyer interest – and they realize they’re in over their heads.

That’s why we recommend working with a business broker – a broker can make sure the biggest transaction of your life goes as smoothly as possible. Here are some things to consider (even if you already have a buyer who’s willing to make an offer):

As a business owner, I love the beginning of the year. It’s a time I get set for the anticipation of the year’s successes and challenges. I also take a fresh look at my values and my business and set goals for the coming year. If you’re a business owner, here are some ways to make your business stronger in 2026:

This is one of the questions brokers get most often: what’s the best time to sell my business? And most brokers will give the same answer: when you’re ready to sell.

The fact is that most owners wait too long to sell; they wind up selling at a time when they’re forced to because they’re facing a personal crisis (health, financial, or family, for example), or when business is slowing down, which means they’re selling at a discount.

Here’s what I advise owners to consider about timing: