Expert Business Brokers in Phoenix, AZ

Divesting your business is a significant decision that embodies a lifetime of work and dedication. If you have determined that now is the opportune moment to transition and pursue new ventures, you deserve the highest caliber of professional support. With over 25 years of experience, Strategic Business Brokers Group has a proven track record of success in helping entrepreneurs achieve their goals.
Our nine-step process makes sure that you receive personalized attention and expert guidance every step of the way. From preparing your business for sale to negotiating the best deal and closing the transaction, our certified business brokers in Phoenix, AZ are committed to bringing the best possible outcome for our clients.
Reliable Services We Offer
Our expertise lies in the confidential selling and valuation of small to mid-sized privately held businesses. We frequently work with individual investors, private equity groups, and owners of privately held corporations. The industries we serve include but are not limited to architecture, construction, consumer products, franchises, industrial products, manufacturing, and restaurants.
Selling a Business
Before putting your business on the market, the first thing to do is gather and compile all the relevant information. This will include financial statements (three years’ profit and loss statements), federal income tax returns, lease agreements, a list of the loans against the business, a list of fixtures and equipment included in the sale, copies of any equipment leases, etc. All necessary documents should be organized and ready for presentation to potential buyers.
One thing you need to be sure of is that your financial statements are current and accurate. Buyers will always want to see income and expenses and whether your business can generate enough profits to pay someone's salary and provide a livelihood. A business that loses money and has no assets can be hard to sell unless the seller is willing to finance the purchase. It is important to carefully organize financial records and projections to present your business as a valuable investment. Setting a realistic asking price based on a thorough market analysis will attract serious buyers and avoid wasting time with those who cannot meet your expectations.
As a seller, you are going to be a key player in our efforts to market and sell your business. A few friendly suggestions we can make include making all necessary repairs so that all equipment and fixtures are functioning well, keeping normal business hours as much as possible, maintaining inventory at a constant level to maximize your return, and removing items that are not included in the sale.
Selling a business can be a complex and overwhelming process, but with our experienced team by your side, you can be confident in making informed decisions.
Business Valuation
Knowing the value of your business is a crucial step in the selling process. There are three main methods used to calculate a business’s value: the asset approach, the market approach, and the income approach.
- Asset Approach - This method is typically used for businesses with significant tangible assets, such as real estate or equipment. The value of the assets is calculated by determining their fair market value and deducting any liabilities from it.
- Market Approach - This method looks at similar businesses that have recently been sold in the same industry and uses those values to estimate the selling price of your business.
- Income Approach - This method uses the business's projected future income and expenses to determine its value. It takes into account factors such as cash flow, risk level, and growth potential.
Calculating net cash flow gives you an idea of the business’s actual profitability. Compared to net income, cash flow provides a clearer picture of the business’s financial health and is often used by investors to assess risks.
Want to know the value of your business? Begin by meeting with our certified business brokers for an initial discovery session to gain a comprehensive understanding of your company. You will have to provide detailed financial records, and each year’s financials will be carefully scrutinized to identify the seller’s discretionary earnings (SDE) and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA). Once this initial step is complete, we will work with you to determine a fair and accurate valuation for your business.
Find Out How We Can Help You Fulfill Your Business Goals
Are you looking to sell your business? With over 300 deals successfully closed, over a thousand business valuations performed, and $200,000,000 plus in business volume, we have vast experience matching buyers and sellers for successful M&A transactions. Contact Strategic Business Brokers Group today for a confidential consultation and let us help you navigate the complex world of mergers and acquisitions in Phoenix, AZ. Let us work together to make your vision a reality!