E-commerce: Everybody’s Doing It – Should You?
Over the past year, many customers have made the switch to shopping online. If you own a business or are thinking of acquiring one, you may feel compelled to get into e-commerce. E-Commerce can help business owners expand and reach new markets. I Like most...
Is 2022 A Good Year To Sell A Business?
As the midpoint of the year passes, many business owners are re-evaluating their businesses. With uncertainties surrounding the economy and potential rises in taxes, it’s no surprise that business owners are leaning towards selling in the next year. So, is...
Buying a Fitness Business
Buying a new business is a nerve-wracking yet exciting decision. But buying a fitness business is a great way to turn a healthy lifestyle into a profitable venture. Before closing that deal on your new gym, there are a few questions you should be asking to...
How To Sell Your Carpet Cleaning Business
You built a great reputation, worked hard, and succeeded. Now you’re ready for the next phase of your life. When it’s time to sell your carpet cleaning business, it’s important to be sure you’re prepared. Our team at Alliant Capital Advisors specializes in...
Tax Implications of Business Formation Structure (LLC vs Corp)
When it comes to starting a business, there are many factors to consider before you get it up and running. One of those decisions is what type of business structure you want to form. The two most common business structures are an LLC and Corporation. There are...
Don’t Forget These 3 Things When Selling Your Bakery or Deli
It's no secret that the pandemic took a toll on many small businesses last year. One of the hardest hit industries was the food and restaurant industry. Some were forced to close their doors for good while others had to pivot to a new way of operating. For those who...
The Most Important Questions to Ask When Buying a Business
Buying a business can be both challenging and exciting. If you've found the perfect business to purchase, it's essential to take a step back and evaluate the process and decision as a whole. Making sure you ask a seller the right questions can save you from headaches...
3 Considerations When Selling Your Restoration Service Company
Prior to the pandemic, the construction and restoration industry saw several solid years of growth. Those companies were primarily run by long-tenured leadership as this 2019 survey points out, with 68% of them run by the same ownership for at least a decade. Like...
5 Tips To Sell Your Business For Your Legacy And Your Future
Inevitably, most business owners reach a point where it's time to consider transitioning out of the business. For a few, this may mean passing it on to another family member. For most, it means selling the business to someone new. Whether you are currently asking if...
3 Ways To Grow Your Business in 2021
History will undoubtedly look back at 2020 as one of the most challenging years possible for business owners. Thankfully, business owners also possess many crucial characteristics that were put to use during this pandemic, allowing them to both survive last year and...
How to Successfully Sell a Construction Company
Over the last decade, the construction industry has seen relatively steady growth until the recent pandemic. Due to slowdowns in everything from materials manufacturing plants to shelter in place orders, the industry has declined. If you’re considering shifting away...
“Pandemic Proof” Businesses For Sale Remain in High Demand
Are you business owner currently surveying the year ahead and wondering if 2021 will be the right year to sell your business? After all, the pandemic has disrupted business per usual and many are still on hold indefinitely. How do you know if you should hold your...