The US Economy downturn that began in 2007-2008, hurt a lot of businesses - loss of Revenue, declining Profit and less value. In some situations, business owners were warned to hold off selling a business until things improved. First of all, our activity - the Sale and Purchase of Businesses - remained strong since the downturn. Why? One reason is that businesses that lost Revenue, found they could replace it through acquisitions, and they did that - they made acquisitions and we got deals done. Many businesses quickly adjusted to the weak economy and were doing well and the value remained high. 

AND NOW IS A GREAT TIME TO SELL. Zoellner Garten & Co. in Cincinnati, Ohio would like you to consider the factors that contribute to an improved marketplace.

Business Financial Health: Since the beginning of the downturn, businesses have regained and improved their financial health - more value from a sale. The number of active, qualified buyers - Financial, Strategic, and Equity Groups - has grown. All are well capitalized and looking to make acquisitions.

Financing & Interest Rates: Banks are lending! Rates remain at very low rates - the Prime Rate has not been at the current 3.25% since 1958 - that's 57 years! Lower rates translate to higher value for sellers. 

Supply & Demand: Zoellner Garten & Co. has noted that recently more and more business have entered the marketplace due to retiring baby boomers. In Fact, according to a recent BizBuySell survey, more than 78% of business brokers attributed at least a quarter of their closed transaction to baby boomer sellers. At the same time, more and more potential business buyers are entering the market as the economy improves.

Market Balance: Thanks to the financial health of businesses and the increase in supply and demand, the marketplace has become a more balanced place where both buyers and sellers receive value from transactions. Zoellner Garten & Co. notes that a more balanced transaction where all sides win, is a key reason why qualified buyers and sellers are willing to buy or sell a business.

THE BOTTOM LINE - if you're looking to buy an established business or sell your current company, now's the time. Don't wait, call the Zoellner Garten & Co. business planning experts today at   (513) 852-2400, or visit their website to learn more.