Buying a Business
Earnouts are one way to help a business for sale transaction cross the finish line. This method is most commonly used when a buyer and seller are having difficulty settling on a sale price because they don’t see eye on eye on the growth, performance, and value of the business. A well-structured earnout can help…
Ken Wither has been featured in the latest issue of Western Investor. Read more on his article, “If owning a food franchise is a right fit for you.” Click on the image below to enlarge the article. Click here to view on Western Investor
Buying a franchise can be a great business opportunity for new and experienced business owners. Franchises provide the opportunity to own a business that has a proven concept, policies and procedures in place, brand recognition, and ongoing support. This business model can provide owners with the opportunity to grow their business more quickly than if…
Business owners have many different reasons for wanting to buy another business. Some owners want to grow by acquisition. Other business owners want to diversify. Regardless of the reason, all business owners have the same overall goal which is to increase revenue and strengthen the financial health of their business holdings. Buying an additional business…
As the City of Calgary entered 2018, experts said that the local economy was on the rebound but that there would still be tough times ahead. Small business owners were impacted by various factors such as higher property taxes, increased payroll costs, and escalated cost of goods. While the oil and gas industry continued to…
Increasing profit margins, decreasing expenditures, and expanding service offerings are all ways business owners can work towards increasing the value of their business but these methods can have a ceiling on how much they impact the bottom line. Another way to increase the value of a business is to grow by acquisition. In fact, this…
One of the benefits of buying a franchise is that there is typically an earnings history, either for the overall franchise or for individual locations. Earnings history can help prospective Buyers to better plan their own earnings projections during the first few years of business. This information is helpful for things like securing financing and…
Purchasing a motel can be an excellent business venture for individuals or a group of investors. The accommodation industry in Canada, including the western provinces, provides owners with a flexible business that can be grown, diversified, and adjusted relatively easily in response to changing market conditions. Below are five reasons that motels are a viable…
For many Canadian business owners, a franchise opportunity can be a viable way to build a business empire. Franchises offer owners the opportunity to step into a business that has a proven business concept and a framework in place. With branding, policies, and procedures already established, a franchise allows owners more time to work on…
Buying a business in Western Canada is a significant investment but it doesn’t have to be hard, scary, or overwhelming. Qualified business brokers can help you choose the best small business for your budget, goals, and lifestyle. Here are 4 tips to help you buy a business in Western Canada. Decide if you want to…