Exit Planning Archives

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Jun

5 Signs Your Business Is Not Ready To Sell

June 3, 2026Dean LoBruttoBlog, Exit Planning, Selling a Business

This article outlines five common signs a business is not sale-ready, including owner dependence, disorganized financials, unstable revenue, a lack of growth strategy, and the absence of a clear plan. By addressing these challenges through proactive Change-of-Control planning, owners can strengthen operations, increase transferable value, and improve buyer confidence. Early preparation ultimately leads to stronger...

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Apr

Exit Planning Isn’t Optional: Why Every Business Owner Needs a Strategy—Now

April 23, 2026Dean LoBruttoBlog, Exit Planning, Selling a Business

Exit planning is a long-term strategy—not a last-minute decision—that drives higher business value, reduces risk, and gives owners control over timing and deal outcomes. The most successful exits happen when owners plan years in advance, positioning their business for smoother transitions.

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Oct

Would You Buy Your Own Business?

October 28, 2025Dean LoBruttoBlog, Exit Planning, Selling a Business, Valuation

It’s a simple question, but it cuts deep: Would you actually buy your own business? Most owners say yes without thinking twice. But if you really looked at your company the way a serious buyer would, you might hesitate.

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Sep

Do You Own a Business or Just a Job with Overhead?

September 23, 2025Dean LoBruttoBlog, Exit Planning, Selling a Business, Valuation

Most entrepreneurs start with big dreams about owning a business that gives them freedom, steady income, and builds real wealth over time. But here’s what we‘ve noticed after years in this industry: many owners wake up one day and realize they didn’t build a business at all.

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Sep

When ‘Grow or Sell’ Is the Wrong Question

September 9, 2025Dean LoBruttoBlog, Exit Planning, Selling a Business, Valuation

Business owners often get stuck on one big question: should I keep pushing for growth or start planning to sell? We see this all the time, and honestly, it’s the wrong way to think about it.

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Aug

What and When to Tell Employees About Selling Your Business

August 12, 2025Dean LoBruttoBlog, Exit Planning, Selling a Business

One of the most challenging aspects of selling your business is deciding how and when to tell your employees. For most owners, their team feels like family, and these conversations require careful consideration.

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Jul

Why Do Business Owners Struggle With Retirement?

July 22, 2025Dean LoBruttoBlog, Exit Planning, Selling a Business

For many business owners, the idea of retirement is complicated. If you’re a business owner struggling to imagine what comes next, you’re not alone. Here’s why so many owners hesitate to retire and what can help.

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Jul

Selling a Portion of Your Business

July 8, 2025Dean LoBruttoBlog, Exit Planning, Selling a Business

Selling a business isn’t always an all-or-nothing decision. In fact, selling part of a business can be a smart, strategic move for owners looking to unlock capital, bring in a partner, reduce operational responsibility, or prepare for future growth or succession.

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Jun

The Risks of Underreporting Income

June 10, 2025Dean LoBruttoBlog, Exit Planning, Financing the Deal, Selling a Business

Underreporting income may seem like a harmless way to reduce tax liability in the short term, but for business owners preparing for a sale, it poses serious risks.