Are you planning to sell a business? This article discusses the benefits of Using a Broker or Intermediary to help you sell your business.

Whether you decide use a licensed business broker, a lawyer or an accountant experienced in buying and selling privately-owned businesses, there is a lot they can bring to the process. The article covers a number of topics, including:

• retaining an intermediary,


• how commissions are determined,


• completing a business review,


• provisions of the listing agreement,


• preparing and implementing a marketing plan,


• negotiating the deal,


• due diligence and the definitive agreement,


• closing the sale,


• licensed brokers vs. unlicensed intermediaries.

This generic guide to selling your business is provided in MS Word format and is copyrighted by the author.