Is it worth it to list my business for sale with a business intermediary?Yes. Statistics show that the average business sells for 10-15% more when utilizing the services of a professional business broker. Some good qualities to look for in a business broker:
Part of a National Network. This allows you to expose your business to the largest pool of qualified buyers available.
Internet Exposure. Request that your business be promoted (discretely) over the INTERNET. This will likely attract many out-of-town buyers. The INTERNET can promote your business 24-hours-a-day to a WORLDWIDE audience.
How long does it take to sell a business?
Answer: It generally takes an average of nine months to sell most businesses. Some of the factors that affect the time that it takes to sell a business:
The asking price.
The down payment amount.
The condition of the business.
Is it being marketed to buyers outside the immediate marketing area?
Is the business being marketed for sale on the INTERNET?