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Selling a Business

How to prepare, price, and successfully exit your Canadian business.

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Seller Readiness Quiz

Not sure if you're ready to go to market? Three inputs surface the specific preparation gaps to address first.

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How does the business sale process work from listing to closing in Canada?
What are the most common mistakes sellers make that lower their sale price?
How can I use the Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption (LCGE) when selling my business?
How do I clean up my financial statements before selling my business?
How do I know if now is the right time to sell my business?
How do I negotiate the sale price of my business?
How do I prepare my construction or trades business for sale in Canada?
How do I prepare my business for sale in Canada?
How do I qualify a buyer before sharing confidential information about my business?
How do I tell serious buyers apart from tire-kickers?
How Far in Advance Should I Start Preparing My Business to Sell?
How long does it typically take to close a business sale in Canada?
How Long Does It Typically Take to Sell a Small Business in Canada?
How much tax will I pay when I sell my business in Canada?
How to Market Your Business for Sale Without Competitors or Employees Finding Out
What closing costs and taxes should I expect when selling my business in Canada?
What Deal Terms Besides Price Should I Negotiate When Selling My Business?
What documents do I need to prepare to sell my business?
What happens during due diligence when selling a business?
What happens to my employees when I sell my business?
What is a Letter of Intent (LOI) and how does it work when selling my company?
What is a vendor take-back (VTB) mortgage in a business sale?
What is an earn-out and how does it affect my final sale price?
When should I tell my employees that I'm selling the business?
Why do buyers prefer asset sales while sellers prefer share sales?