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Economic Outlook Very Promising
Recent Reports Show New Job Creation Through Small Business
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 Recent signs show encouragement about the U.S. economic recovery. According to a recent report by the Labor Department's household survey found in USA Today, employment is up an average of 321,000 a month since August. The majority of the hiring has been made by small businesses. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) confirmed this when they took a survey, which found employment had increased for the first time in five months. Small businesses account for more than half of the 206,000 private employment taking place last month as reported by payroll processor ADP.
Additionally, the economy has grown 2% in the third quarter, and is forecast to have 3% growth for the fourth quarter. For 2012, the expectations are for the economy to grow approximately 2.75% next year according to a report by Barclays Capital, which should generate 215,000 jobs a month to cut unemployment to 8% by next year's end. VR Business Sales views these reports with an exciting optimism that's shared with economists, business owners and consumers as we celebrate the 2011 holiday season.
Speak to a VR office in your area today to find out how you can take advantage of the market trends as a business owner.
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Understanding the Steps
Examining the Negotiations Involved in an Acquisition
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When you're looking at purchasing a business, you should have a game plan in place. VR Business Sales has worked with many entrepreneurs as well as private equity firms in mergers, divestments and acquisitions. Many buyers will make an offer on a business, but it's the due diligence and the other steps that are critical in making sure you are not overpaying for something that lacks the value and growth potential in the long term.
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Learn more about how VR can help you on the path to professional independence as a business owner by contacting your local VR office today.
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Taking the Time to Consider Your Options
How Seller Financing Can Help You Find a Qualified Buyer for Your Business
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 When you are exploring the option of selling your business, you may want to offer seller financing in order to attract a larger buyer pool, which, in turn, will generate a higher selling price. At VR, we strongly recommend using this route to help sell your business. Whether you've sold a business before or not, VR has each owner consider how much of the price you would be willing to finance to find a buyer to take over your business.
Speak to a VR business intermediary today about seller financing options available to attract qualified buyers to your business.
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THE VR BLOGGER
Understanding Intellectual Capital in a Business
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Intellectual Capital (IC) is just that: a capital asset consisting of intellectual material. As such, it is one of three forms of capital:
- Financial capital;
- Tangible or fixed assets, which include land, buildings, machinery and other long-lived equipment; and
- Knowledge.
To be considered intellectual capital, knowledge must be an asset - able to be used to create wealth.
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Highlighted Transactions
And Engagements
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NEW BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS!
VR Continues to Match Qualified Buyers with Businesses for Sale
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In today's business climate, our clients demand quality and professionalism. We applaud our VR network for the recent successful transactions:
Precision Tool Manufacturer, $1.75 Million - Charlotte, NC
Ice Hockey Arena, $510,000 - Atlanta, GA
Fine Cigar Store, $310,000 - McKinney, TX
Frozen Yogurt Cafe, $145,000 - San Diego, CA
Tire Wholesale Company, $50,000 - Artesia, CA
To learn how you can become a successful owner of a business, contact a VR office today!
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SUCCESSFUL TRANSACTIONS
Established Restaurant Chain
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VR Business Sales of San Antonio, Texas, a leader in the sale of privately-held companies, recently facilitated the strategic sale of an established restaurant chain for $3.95 million.
The transaction, which closed last month, was handled by Omar Garcia and Javier Luna, business intermediary specialists.
VR is celebrating over 30 years as the world's only network of full-time professional business intermediaries.
VR has sold more businesses in the world than anyone®.
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SUCCESSFUL TRANSACTIONS
Dry Cleaning Company
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VR Mergers & Acquisitions, located in Savannah, Georgia, the leading business intermediary firm in the area, has recently facilitated the strategic sale of a dry cleaning company for $425,000.
David Alpher, a VR business intermediary, represented the seller throughout the transaction that was completed this month.
VR is celebrating 30 years as the world's only network of full-time professional business intermediaries that addresses the needs of small and mid-sized businesses.
VR has sold more businesses in the world than anyone®.
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NEW ENGAGEMENTS
Granite Manufacturing and Installation Company
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VR Mergers & Acquisitions, located in Toronto, Canada, announced it has been engaged by an owner of a granite manufacturing and installation company to assist in facilitating the sale of their businesses.
Having existing contracts with a diversified clientele of home builders and contractors, this opportunity represents an excellent turnkey operation. Go to their VR Web Site for further details. VR is celebrating over 30 years as the world's only network of full-time professional business intermediaries that addresses the needs of small and mid-sized businesses.
VR has sold more businesses in the world than anyone®.
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NEW ENGAGEMENTS
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VR Business Brokers, located in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, the leading business intermediary firm in the area, has recently been engaged to assist in facilitating the strategic sale of a dental practice.
This practice is located in a thriving community. It would make an excellent choice as an add-on to an existing practice as part of their growth plan, or as a start-up office for an up and coming dentistry professional. Click here for more details.
VR is celebrating over 30 years as the world's only network of full-time professional business intermediaries that addresses the needs of small and mid-sized businesses.
VR has sold more businesses in the world than anyone®.
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Now is a Great Time to Become Part of VR!
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 With baby boomers selling their businesses to retire, corporate executives frustrated with their jobs and managers looking to buy a business to replace their corporate position, NOW is a great time to become part of VR!
VR Office
Artesia, California
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VR Global Headquarters
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Ask a VR Intermediary?
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Robert Fowler, Owner
VR in St. Louis, MO
How Can VR Educate Me on Finding the Perfect Business?
Tom Strattford,
Fallon, IL
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Dear Tom,
When you are considering a business to purchase, VR Business Sales will provide you with a wide selection that's in "the Safety Zone." These businesses are priced lower than what is considered to be the "perfect business" but is far less risky than the closed or failing business. Additionally, they offer a strong balance between potential and risk. At VR, we will assist you in locating a well-established business with some outstanding opportunities for growth.
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