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We all understand the idea of paying too much for a small business. But is there such a thing as not paying enough? That seems like an odd notion, but I'm familiar with situations in which a buyer acquired a small business for a figure substantially under what probably was market value.

For the week of 5/21 thru 5/25, 274 California small businesses were sold by business owners, business brokers, and agents. In 2017 16,956 CA small businesses were sold. So far this year (2018) 3,896 small to mid-sized California businesses have sold so far by business owners, agents, and brokers.

Business brokers and other Advisors on BizBen discuss key areas small business owners should think about before they sell their small to mid-sized business. Topics include: Commodization, Amazon, Big Box Stores, Rules and Regulations, and Baby Boomers. Rob Hartman, SF Bay Area Intermediary explains.

Was just asked the question from a business owner what the "typical commission" amount is for a broker or agent and if upfront fees are common? Thought this might be a great Discussion topic on BizBen for both business owner/sellers and potentially for business buyers (buyer representation).

When purchasing a small to mid-szied CA business, there are a many items to evaluate. One area that is often overlooked is the business's office culture. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen discusses with business buyers the importance of understanding how the business "feels" on a day-to-day basis.

Buying a small business is hard enough when there is no competition, so how might a buyer navigate the process when there is additional competition from other buyers? Potential small business buyers are offered a few key ways that a buyer can beat out other potential business buyers in this article.

Some of the top experts in California who assist buyers and sellers with buying & selling California Small to Mid-Sized businesses lend their expertise on the BizBen Podcast. Weekly discussions & interviews with business buyers, brokers, agents, advisors and business owner/sellers are heard weekly!

Is it a good idea to start with a higher sales price for your business when going to market? San Francisco Bay Area Business Broker Rob Hartman initiates this Discussion on BizBen with other Advisors And Intermediaries on BizBen discussing this basic strategy of selling a small business in CA.