http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Richard+Jackim Business Richard Jackim Wed, 23 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=20571&ca=Business There are 54 factors that affect the price of a closely-held business. The following is a look at the top 10 of these factors that have the biggest influence the selling price of any business: Number 10: Industry Outlook If the outlook for the industry is bright, the price goes up. Buyers look hard... Business Management Richard Jackim Wed, 23 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=20573&ca=Business+Management In our last newsletter we discussed the current "seller's market" and encouraged business owners to understand their options. Despite the huge demand for deals, private equity groups (PEGs) and strategic buyers are not an option for all business owners. These sophisticated buyers are looking for att... Business Management Richard Jackim Wed, 23 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=20574&ca=Business+Management As a trusted business advisor you’ve probably heard former business owners telling people that they sold their business for “six times earnings.” As investment bankers, the first question we hear from prospective clients is “Can I get the same multiple if I sell my business?” The answer is an unequi... Business Management Richard Jackim Sat, 06 Aug 2005 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=7154&ca=Business+Management Unfortunately, bad things happen to good people. Despite the best laid plans of mice and men, illness, accidents, disability and even death can happen to all of us. What would happen to a privately owned business if it lost its leader? Such a devastating loss can result in power struggles, employee... Business Management Richard Jackim Sat, 06 Aug 2005 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=7155&ca=Business+Management As many of you may remember, singer Paul Simon said there are 50 ways to leave a lover. If you are a business owner thinking about how to leave your business you really only have nine options to consider. Here's a brief summary of these options. 1. Sell or give your company to a family member 2. Sel... Business Richard Jackim Sat, 06 Aug 2005 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=7156&ca=Business So, you want to transfer your business to your children. That’s an admirable goal. In fact, surveys show that 80% percent of business owners share your desire. Unfortunately, only about 20 percent of intra-family business transfers are successful. There are a number of great reasons to think about t...