There's no hiding the fact that we live in challenging times. However, it's not all bad. Now might, in fact, be the very best time there is for buyi...
You have made the decision to sell your business. Generally, using a business broker is a good idea - especially if you have limited time to work wit...
There is likely to be a wave of business owners wishing to sell in the coming years. Unfortunately a number of these businesses won't be attractive e...
Generally, using a business broker is a good idea - especially if you have limited time to work with potential buyers, are not easily contactable or ...
Pictures tell stories ... and get more than twice the interest. Business Buyers like and react better to images - that's why image rich ads work so w...
As is often the case when entering into a business, the complete focus is on setting up, operating and growing the business. What is easy to overlook...
Would you advertise your NZ house on sale in the TV Guide or your car in the Realtor? Not many people would, and the very same principle applies when...
At some stage you will decide on selling your business and want your best price. There are a number of factors that will influence your business's va...
If one of your objectives is to get your best price, then you need to consider who your likely buyer may be and have marketing strategies to target t...
There are a variety of options when selling a business. After all, you want the best possible return and outcome for your business to hopefully maxim...
If you are thinking of selling your business then it makes sense to present it in a way that will make it be more attractive to potential buyers, con...
Selling a business can be a complex process that requires the careful consideration of multiple factors. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or ...
When preparing your business for sale it's important to plan it well and consider who your potential buyer will be. There are a number of factors tha...
Everyone leaves their business one day. And the earlier you start thinking about your exit, and planning for this, the more successful this move will...
It's not always possible, but it's a good idea to start thinking about the day you list your Business for Sale long before the day arrives.
Being Bu...
Selling a business takes time, energy and know-how. Thousands of businesses change hands every year with varying levels of success. To get the sale y...
There are many reasons people buy a business. When considering selling your business it pays to spend some time identifying who is likely to buy your...
Buying an existing business is always easier and safer than starting one from scratch. Statistically a large number of start-up businesses will fail...
There are three major ways of getting into your own business. You could start the business from scratch, buy an existing business or enter into a fr...
How to Start a Business
Starting a business is an exhilarating endeavour that demands meticulous planning, thorough research, a great idea and unwav...
7 Top tips on starting a business
Starting a business can be a great idea, especially if you have a viable idea you are passionate about and cannot f...
'Cloud' may not be the best word to choose for making business owners feel confident about a potential home for their precious data. It is just a wor...
As advisers to growing businesses we are often asked whether it is better to set up a business from scratch or buy an existing business. If you are c...
If you are looking to up-size your business, sometimes it pays to look outside of the square. One of the most effective and immediate ways to up-siz...
With the arrival of COVID-19 in New Zealand, we are experiencing challenging times in all spheres. With swings in global and local economies, changi...
How to make the most of small business downtime
As summer approaches and the weather gets warmer, many small business owners start to feel the pinch....
Protecting your business and assets is sound business practice. It is important to choose the correct mix of Business Insurance policies at the right...
While the requirements to operate a company are relatively simple, people usually only incorporate a company to obtain a specific benefit when tradin...
Understanding Cash flow Finance or Factoring Factoring and Discounting are two options businesses can use to improve their cash flow. Factoring is th...
Entering a franchise nearly always involves an entry fee, other set-up costs as well as ongoing fees and royalties. These can vary widely depending o...
The time when you could walk into a bank, see a bank manager, tell him (in those days it was a him) what you wanted to do, tell him how much you need...
To stay ahead or in tough times it pays to be prudent, focused and active. Here are some tips that will help you strengthen your business and have a ...
Good staff are the backbone of any business, small or large. Getting the right people can be time consuming, frustrating and sometimes fruitless, but...
The success of your new business depends on your ability to keep it profitable. Stay in the black and your business will survive, but grow your busi...
Too many businesses fall over because the owner has not established efficient business systems. The results are all too familiar: tax obligations ar...
Many businesses in New Zealand are family owned and managed. Some are large and financially very stable but the majority are mom and dad owned busine...
As well as a lifestyle choice, the number one reason to purchase a business is the intention of making money. All too often buyers neglect to put any...
When people decide to start or buy a business, they generally do so in one of three ways: as a sole trader, in partnership, or through a company. Apa...
