 Giving Your Business a Tune-Up
Have VR Appraise Your Business Periodically
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 If you're a business owner, do you know how much your business is worth? If you don't, you're not alone. The majority of small business owners in today's market do not know the value of their business. Additionally, there are fewer who have exit strategies in place.
Most people have an annual physical checkup to monitor their health; receive a monthly or quarterly review of their financial portfolio to see what needs to be changed. Having your business appraised and periodically updated should be no different. If you had your business valuated years ago, it's time to update.
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Learn more about how VR can help you valuate your business by consulting your local VR office today.
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Seeing the Clearing through the Trees
Avoid Making Costly Mistakes in Buying a Business by Using VR
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 Hundreds of thousands of businesses change ownership each year. Many try to buy a business on their own or use improper representation that can cost you more than what the actual price should be in the sale. Buying a business is one of the most important transactions you will make in your life. Educate yourself so you can avoid making a costly mistake.
Not Seeking Professional Consultation
Some entrepreneurs make the mistake of not using professional representation when looking to buy a business. You will want to consult an advisor that has experience in both the buying and selling of businesses. Without an experienced VR business intermediary, the cost for a mistake by either a buyer or seller can be great both financially and professionally.
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Signs Indicate Economic Recovery to Continue Throughout 2012
Rise in Profits Leading to Increased Small Business Growth
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 The economy continues to improve according to new data that indicates higher than projected expectations. In a recent Business Week article, many analysts believe that that the second half of 2012 will bring continued growth, which includes areas in consumer and business spending, home building and manufacturing.
Due to many businesses keeping a tight overhead, profits have risen steadily. In the second quarter of 2011, profit rose at a 19.3% annual rate from the previous quarter. Profit margins continued to grow in the last quarter at much higher gains than at the end of the last economic downtown. With revenues projected to continue to increase, many businesses will take the incoming profits and start building their inventories, purchasing new equipment and hiring new employees.
With the latest economic projections, now is the time to look into buying a business. At VR Business Sales, we offer thousands of businesses for sale in all industries. We stand alone in our industry with our decades of experience and innovative tools that have facilitated 100s of thousands of successful business transactions since our inception in 1979.
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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SBA Sees Rise in Small Business Lending
Biggest Boom in a Decade Signals Bank Willingness to Approve Entrepreneurial Applicants
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 Small Business Administration (SBA)-backed loans have increased steadily since last year according to a recent report in the Washington Post. The pace of approved lending is back to the numbers in the early 2000s.
The rise in SBA lending displays a strong sign of growth for 2012, which will give more entrepreneurs who are looking to purchase an existing business the opportunity to secure more financing. The more financing that is available, the more business owners will push forward with growth and development.
There are a number of financial institutions that VR recommends you examine when seeking financing for purchasing a business:
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Speak to a VR office in your area today to find out how you can secure financing for a business opportunity.
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THE VR BLOGGER
Keeping Yourself Open to Buyer Inquiries for Your Business
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All businesses are inquired by a variety of different buyers - some are qualified while others are tire kickers. If you're a business owner, you may not be thinking of selling right now; however, the time will come when you hit the wall and decide right at that moment you need to find a qualified buyer to take over the reins. Therefore, if a buyer walks through the door of your establishment and give you an offer, don't turn it down first.
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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:
Telemarketing Company, $818,000 - Coral Springs, FL
Gift Distribution Company, $160,000 - San Jose, CA
Popular College Cafe, $145,000 - Greenville, SC
Full-Service Liquor Store, $112,000 - San Antonio, TX
Eye Wear Wholesale Distributor, $92,500 - Miami/Coral Gables, FL
To learn how you can become a successful owner of a business, contact a VR office today!
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SUCCESSFUL TRANSACTIONS
Payroll Company
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VR Business Sales of Los Angeles/Artesia, California, a leader in the sale of privately-held companies, recently facilitated the strategic sale of a payroll company for $650,000.
The transaction, which closed last month, was handled by Neil Kaplan, a business intermediary specialist.
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
Italian Restaurant
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VR Mergers & Acquisitions, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the leading business intermediary firm in the area, has recently facilitated the strategic sale of an Italian restaurant for $140,000.
Ross Miller, 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
Profitable Internet Sales Company
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VR Mergers & Acquisitions, located in Springfield-Branson, Missouri, announced it has been engaged by an owner of a profitable Internet sales company to assist in facilitating the sale of their businesses.
This business sells a particular line of consumer products via the Internet, most of which are imported. It is an easy business to operate, and could be expanded a number of ways. 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
Industrial Supply Company
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VR Business Brokers, located in Missassauga, Canada, the leading business intermediary firm in the area, has recently been engaged to assist in facilitating the strategic sale of a industrial supply company.
This distribution company imports and sells power tools and abrasive products to manufacturers and mining companies in the Ontario market. 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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OTHER BUSINESS ENGAGEMENTS!
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High Volume Pharmacy, GA: $1,300,000
Water & Fire Restoration, OH: $479,000
Profitable Trucking Cartage Business, IN: $329,000
Printed Music Store, CT: $208,000
Senior Home Care, KS: $65,000
CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL BUSINESSES FOR SALE!
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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!
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Artesia, California
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Ask a VR Intermediary?
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 Troy Frank, Owner
VR in Indianapolis, IN
When Should I Sell My Business?
Joseph Tremonti
Binghamton, NY
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Timing is everything in business. Knowing when to sell your business is an important decision that you're going to face as an owner sooner or later. It's better to have a firm grasp on where you want to be in five, ten years from now; and whether that involves the business you own. VR will help you with determining when the right time is.
There are a few scenarios that will help you make a clearer determination on when is the right time to sell your business.
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