How Long Does It Take to Sell a Business? From Prep to Close
Compare preparation, buyer search, LOI, diligence, signing, and closing timelines using adviser estimates and a 25-deal analysis.
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How to Prepare a Business for Sale
Reconcile the financial record, document who runs the company without the owner, decide what can be shared at each stage, and identify contracts or licenses that may need consent. That work exposes problems while the owner can still choose the timing and sale path.