We hear it all the time: "I'll wait to see what happens in the next election before I make any big moves with my business." But here's the truth: political changes take time, and waiting could mean missing out on current opportunities. And by the time those changes filter down to small business owners, months—if...
By: Matt Sobieski, CPA, Business Broker, Industry Expert The market for buying and selling CPA firms has evolved significantly. What was once dominated by peer acquisitions has now attracted private equity and strategic buyers, leading to higher purchase prices and better terms for sellers—often with 50-80% cash at closing and equity rollover options. Sunbelt has...
Lack of help and workplace burnout is affecting thousands of businesses nationwide. We continue to hear it from business owners, and it doesn’t vary per industry. So, what are owners doing to counteract this trend? Many are putting in the work themselves. Others are providing higher wages, better benefits, or subbing out their work to...
Sunbelt Finance recently facilitated financing for a well-established precision machinist with experienced management in-place. This was a stock sale sold to a Buyer with extensive manufacturing experience. The SBA loan funding partner is a top-notch regional SBA Preferred lender. The SBA 7(a) loan amount was $3,890,000 with an 80% loan to value (LTV), 10%...
President Biden bowed out of the 2024 Presidential race. But the clock is still ticking on the Trump-era tax cuts. And President Biden’s proposed budget, including substantial tax increases, is still in play. Business owners who are considering a business exit in the near term may want to consider an exit before Trump-era tax cuts expire....
By Keith Payne Licensed Business Broker, Independent Insurance Specialist, and Manuel Santana, Certified Business Appraiser As an independent insurance agency owner contemplating an exit strategy, whether through a complete sale or partial transfer, careful planning is crucial to maximize your agency's value and ensure a smooth transition. Recent changes to the Small Business Administration (SBA)...
How can I get the process started? If it is your first time inquiring about a business with us, we’ll ask you to complete a New Buyer Account form. The New Buyer Account form tells us the type of businesses you are interested in, those you aren’t, and the capital you have to invest. You...
By Brian Slipka-CEO of Sunbelt Business Advisors of Minnesota Click here to read the original article published by Inside Sources Most Americans have probably never heard of the Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), and many small business owners are probably unaware of a new federal law called the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which requires them to disclose personal information to...
By Keith Payne Licensed Business Broker, Sunbelt Business Advisor In assessing the value of your photography-related business, it’s important to understand the 10 most important value drivers. Earnings are the first key value driver, reflecting your operations' financial health and economic outcomes. It's not just about total revenue; you need to consider whether your earnings...
