by Douglas Brown | Apr 8, 2026 | Books and records, Business Value, Sell business, Someday risk
Most small business owners are making one simple, well-intended mistake. Not only will it be impossible to sell their business should that need arise, but it puts you in danger of being arrested at any moment. What mistake is that? “Optimizing” their...
by Douglas Brown | Jan 18, 2026 | Business Value, Sell business
When value advisors tell you what your business is worth, they’d better be telling you a range. A wide range. Nobody can give you any closer estimate without knowing a lot about your business. For many of them, the high-end number is the one floated in front of you to...
by Douglas Brown | Jan 8, 2026 | Business Value, Owner goals, Reality of the Market
Do you know what makes your business valuable to YOU? No, it’s not the profit stream, and it’s not just a “three-times net income” formula. Think back to why you got into this business in the first place Is that dream happening for you, or are you grinding it out...
