Last week, we had a couple come by our office who were looking at buying their first business. After an introduction to a summary profile document on several businesses, there were a couple that caught their attention. I suggested that…
The Liberty Group of Nevada announced Kelly Brandon has been named administrative assistant for the firm. In her new role, Brandon will be responsible for providing administrative support to the brokerage firm team in various areas including marketing, lead generation,…
Two of the largest groups of buyers who are purchasing businesses in the Truckee Meadows are investors and career changers. Because of the recent volatility of the stock market and corporate corruption, many investors have realized that as a business…
In different phases of life, whether in a transitional phase or nearing retirement, it is important for business owners to keep their options open and be prepared, should their circumstances change. Preparing your business to sell can be an arduous…
According Michael Gerber, Author of E-Myth, many small businesses are started by technicians and craftsmen that have an entrepreneurial spasm and start their own business. Over time and with success small business owners are pulled away from their craft…
As a business owner, your journey has likely been filled with challenges, triumphs, and hard work. But there comes a point when every entrepreneur must consider the future of their business. As my partner says, you can leave under your…
Business sales transactions can be complex and unfamiliar to most buyers and sellers, requiring adherence to specific rules and processes that may only be encountered a few times in a lifetime. In such situations, it is highly beneficial to enlist…
You shouldn’t expect to sell your company overnight. For every company that sells quickly, there are a hundred that take many months or even years to sell. Having the correct mindset and understanding of what you must do ahead of…
There is no doubt that the COVID-19 situation seems to change with each and every day. The disruption and chaos that the pandemic has injected into both daily life and business is obvious. Just as it is often difficult to…
In today’s business climate, reviews are the differentiator. Years ago, people commonly asked for references when they were vetting a product or service. But these days when people are searching for a local business to work with, they are likely…
Historians have long known the historical relevance and impact of epidemics and pandemics. Despite our various technological advances and the complexity of our society, disease can instantly change the course of history. Not having a robust global system for dealing…
Clearly, some industries are taking a bigger hit from COVID-19 than others. Any industry that requires a great deal of interaction with the public, or where people gather in large groups, are obviously having very tough times. Movie theaters and…