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The Essential Guide to Valuing Your CPA Firm or Accounting Practice (Firms up to $5mm)
“What is the fair market value of my firm?” is the largest question we receive when contacted by accounting and tax practitioners considering a sale. Taking

How Can You Prepare To Sell Your CPA Firm in a Buyers Market?
For many years, the business sales and acquisitions market within the accounting industry has been controlled by sellers. There have consistently been myriad buyers vying for

Differentiation in the M&A Market for Accounting and CPA Firms
The accounting and CPA acquisition market has officially shifted from a seller’s market to a buyer’s market. There are still buyers out there, but the industry
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How to Find a Buyer for Your Accounting Practice: Expert Tips for a Smooth Transition
Selling your accounting practice can be a big decision, and finding the right buyer is crucial to ensure a smooth transition and continued success for

Reasons You Should Buy an Existing CPA or Accounting Firm
As an aspiring business owner in the accounting industry, you know there are several ways to enter the market. One option you might consider is

The Essential Guide to Valuing Your CPA Firm or Accounting Practice (Firms up to $5mm)
“What is the fair market value of my firm?” is the largest question we receive when contacted by accounting and tax practitioners considering a sale. Taking

What is an Earnout in an Accounting or CPA Practice Sale?
An earnout in any transaction means a seller will not receive all the money he is due until certain financial components or targets are met. A

Top Reasons CPAs and Accounting Firms Choose to Sell Their Practice
There is a myriad of reasons why anyone would sell their business. This concept also applies to the accounting practice industry, along with a few industry-specific

Should You Sell Some Clients To Address Capacity Issues in the Accounting Industry?
Accounting firm principals typically consider partial sales to address three common capacity problems. The first is caused by the growth of new clients without an

Ethical Considerations of Accounting/CPA Mergers & Acquisitions
In the current market of accounting mergers and acquisitions, where many established principals of longstanding firms are reaching retirement age and looking for an exit

Transferring Your Lease after a Business Sale
Selling a business involves more than just selling the name, equipment, inventory, goodwill, and clientele. In many cases, you will also be turning over the

When to Sell Your Business
You might be considering whether now would be a good time to sell your business. If you look at the very strong seller’s market in

Are You Sitting on Untapped Business Investment Capital
Many individuals would like to go into business for themselves, but they lack the capital to get started. This is especially true if they are

Is It Worthwhile to Purchase an Underperforming Business
If you have been looking at businesses for sale for any length of time, you are probably aware that many of those that are on

When To Think About Selling Your Business
If you have been in business for a while, you have probably found yourself wondering (at least occasionally) what things would be like if you

Is Your Business Charging Enough for its Products and Services
Every business owner understands the importance of generating enough profit to stay afloat. But how do you know if you are charging enough for your

How Can You Prepare To Sell Your CPA Firm in a Buyers Market?
For many years, the business sales and acquisitions market within the accounting industry has been controlled by sellers. There have consistently been myriad buyers vying for

How to Find a Business You Will Love
Most people go into business for several different reasons. One of the top reasons of course is that they want to make enough money to

Should You Take on a Partner When Buying a Business
Purchasing a business is one of the most exciting steps for an aspiring entrepreneur. Being in business for yourself gives you direct ownership of your

How to Purchase an Existing Business
Starting a business from scratch can be extremely challenging, which is why many aspiring entrepreneurs decide to purchase an existing business. Buying a business that

How to Manage Stress While Running a Business
Owning your own business is very rewarding, but it can also be extremely stressful. Business owners wear a lot of different hats, and keeping your