Sell Your Business with Evergreen
A Trusted Partner for Your Business Sale
Is Now the Right Time to Sell?
Many business owners wonder when the “right time” to sell is. The truth is, the best time to prepare for a sale is before you actually need to sell. A well-prepared and growing business attracts better buyers and stronger offers.
How Long Does the Transaction Take?
The timeline varies based on factors like industry trends, financials, and market demand. On average, a business sale takes four to eight months from listing to closing. This includes valuation, marketing, buyer negotiations, due diligence, and finalizing the deal.
When Should I Get Started?
Even if you’re not ready to sell right away, early preparation increases your options. Businesses that are organized, financially transparent, and operationally independent are far more attractive to buyers. We recommend reaching out 12-24 months before your ideal exit to ensure you are positioned for the best possible outcome.
Why Choose Evergreen?
Not all business brokers are the same. We don’t just list businesses—we partner with owners to create customized strategies that maximize value and ensure a smooth transition.
What a Successful Seller Looks Like
At Evergreen, we work with business owners who are serious about achieving a strategic, well-structured sale—whether they are exiting entirely or transitioning ownership. While every business is unique, our ideal clients share key characteristics that make for a strong, marketable sale and a smooth transition to the next owner.
Here are some characteristics for an Evergreen Client;
- A great business generating strong profits – Buyers are looking for financially healthy businesses with proven revenue streams and a track record of success.
- A closely held organization with all owners in alignment – Selling a business is a major decision, and having ownership fully aligned on timing, expectations, and deal structure leads to a smoother transaction.
- An organization looking to sell 50-100% of the company – Whether you’re seeking a full exit or a partial sale with retained equity, we help structure deals that align with your goals.
- Operations with a broad revenue base – Businesses that have a diversified customer base and multiple revenue streams are more attractive to buyers. If the business relies too heavily on just one or two key clients, we may advise on ways to strengthen its marketability.
- A strong team with great employees who want success after the sale – Buyers place high value on businesses with reliable, talented teams that will stay on after the transition. Companies with key employees in place and an established culture of success command higher valuations and generate more interest from qualified buyers.
If this sounds like your business, or if you’re working toward getting your company sale-ready, we’d love to talk. Whether you're ready to sell today or simply exploring your options, Evergreen Business Advisors can help you plan for a successful transition.
Our Four-Step Proven Process
Selling a business involves more than listing a price and hoping for offers. Our four-step process addresses the financial, operational, and emotional aspects of the journey, ensuring you have the support and clarity you need from start to finish.
- Align on Goals: We begin with a conversation to understand your financial, personal, and legacy objectives.
- Business Analysis: We assess your financials, operations, and market position to identify opportunities to enhance value before listing.
- Emotional Readiness: Selling a business is a big decision. We ensure you’re fully prepared—both financially and emotionally—for what comes next.
- Valuation & Packaging: Using industry benchmarks, financial analysis, and market insights, we determine a fair valuation and create a compelling, confidential business profile.
- Targeted Marketing: We connect with the right buyers—whether they are strategic acquirers, private equity groups, or internal successors.
- Maintaining Confidentiality: Your privacy is a top priority. We secure NDAs and use discreet marketing strategies to protect your business’s reputation and stability.
- Buyer Evaluation: We vet buyers based on their financial capability, operational fit, and alignment with your transition goals.
- Deal Structuring: From sale price to financing terms, we negotiate a win-win deal that meets your expectations.
- Emotional Support: Negotiations can be complex and stressful. We advocate for your best interests, ensuring you stay informed and confident throughout the process.
- Due Diligence Coordination: We facilitate the financial, legal, and operational reviews to keep the process moving smoothly.
- Finalizing the Deal: Working alongside legal counsel, lenders, and all parties involved, we oversee contract execution and transaction funding.
- Post-Sale Support: Even after closing, we offer transition consulting to help you and the new owner ensure a smooth handoff.
Already Have a Buyer? We Can Still Help.
If you’ve already identified a buyer—whether a competitor, investor, or key employee—Evergreen can still play a critical role in ensuring a successful transaction.
What If It’s an Internal Buyout?
Internal sales to employees, partners, or family members require careful valuation, financing, and transition planning. We help with:
Fair Market Valuation
Ensuring a price that works for both parties.
Deal Structuring & Financing
Assisting with SBA loans or seller financing.
Transition Planning
Guiding leadership changes and ownership shifts.
Selling to someone you know doesn’t always mean it’s easier—but with the right structure, it can be an ideal transition.
Contact us to discuss the best strategy for your sale.
What’s the First Step?
The first step in selling your business is a conversation. During our initial call, we’ll walk through key vetting questions to understand your business, goals, and ideal outcome.
What We’ll Discuss on Our First Call:
- Is now the right time for you to sell?
- What are your financial and personal goals for the sale?
- What is the market demand for your business type?
- How can we position your business for maximum value?
- What steps need to be taken before going to market?
We take a consultative approach, ensuring you have the right information to make the best decision—whether you’re ready to sell now or just exploring your options.
Let’s build the best exit strategy for you, together.