SELLING YOUR BUSINESS
A Successful Sale Starts Before the Business Goes to Market
Every business is different, and every owner's objectives are different. Before taking a business to market, we take the time to understand both.
Preparation and value come before positioning. This page walks through Cornerstone's full process, end to end, from first conversation through closing.
UNDERSTANDING THE BUSINESS
Understanding the Business Before Positioning It.
We look at the company's financial performance, value, strengths, potential buyer concerns, and the owner's priorities for a transaction.
From there, we determine how the business should be positioned and brought to market.
OUR PROCESS
A Clear, Structured Path From Objectives to Closing.
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Understanding your objectives and timing
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Reviewing and analyzing the business
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Establishing a supportable valuation and pricing strategy
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Preparing the business for market
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Developing professional buyer materials
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Identifying and qualifying prospective buyers
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Managing offers and negotiations
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Coordinating due diligence
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Working with your attorneys, accountants, lenders, and other advisors through closing
DIRECT INVOLVEMENT
We Stay Closely Involved, From First Conversation Through Closing.
Cornerstone provides experienced, senior-level involvement throughout the process, from valuation and preparation through buyer qualification, negotiations, due diligence, and closing. We stay closely involved, keep the process moving, and help you make informed decisions as the transaction develops.
NEXT STEPS
Considering a Sale? Let's Have a Confidential Conversation.
All conversations with Cornerstone are handled confidentially and without obligation.
