Overview

Selling your business is one of the most significant financial decisions you’ll ever make. Whether you’re running a local business or a growing company with employees and multiple locations, understanding the process, preparing properly and making informed decisions can mean the difference between a good outcome and a great one.

This guide will help you understand what to expect at every stage of your business sale journey.

What You’ll Learn

The Process

Step-by-step guide from first conversation to closing

What to Prepare

Documents and information you’ll need

Life After the Sale

Options for your post-sale future

Tax Topics

Topics to raise with your tax advisors

Typical rangeMany sales take 6–12 months from start to finish. Complex deals or larger businesses may take longer. Use the sections below to explore each part of the selling process.