The only thing harder than
starting your business
may be selling it.
90% of startups fail
80% of businesses for sale never sell
You beat the odds once
We’ll help you beat them again™
You’ve Built a Sucessful Business
Now it’s Time to Move On
How will you turn all those years of hard work into a successful sale — allowing you to cash out and confidently transition to the next chapter of your life?
We’ve been in your shoes. Allan Taylor & Co. was founded by entrepreneurs who know what it feels like to start, build and sell a successful business. We sold our own business in 2006 and have worked with hundreds of owners since then.
Whether you’re ready to start planning for a future sale — or ready to sell today — we’re here to help you beat the odds.
You only get one shot at selling your business. Let’s do it right!
We Meet You Where You’re At
Planning to Sell
Ready To Sell
Valuation
The Steps We Take
Meet
We start the conversation by getting to know more about you, your business
and your goals.
Value
Prepare
Sell
Meet
We start the conversation by getting to know more about you, your business
and your goals.
Value
Prepare
Sell
Clients
Articles
Protecting the resale value of your business
How is that we’ve been trained to think of certain things like cars and homes in terms of resale value, but not our most valuable asset: our business? Even if you have no plans to sell today, or in the short term, or ever, it is good to get in the habit of protecting the resale value of your business.
Is a Knowledge-Based Business Sellable?
To grow a valuable business – one you can sell – you need to set up your company so that it is no longer reliant on you. This can be easier said than done, especially when, like a PR consultant or plumber, what you are selling is your expertise.
The “Boots First” Exit Strategy
Exit planning is all about learning the options for your exit and finding a customized solution that works best for you, your company and your family situation. If working in your business until you cannot work anymore sounds like it is the best strategy for you, then here is how to implement your exit plan.