For Owners Thinking About an Exit
Is Your Business Ready to Sell? Here’s How to Know.
Most owners overestimate how “ready” they need to be. If you’re thinking about it, you’re probably closer than you think.
You're Not Alone
Millions of Owners Are Asking the Same Question
10M+
Boomer-owned businesses will change hands by 2030
75%
of owners want to exit within 10 years
<33%
have any plan for how to do it
The biggest barrier isn’t readiness — it’s not knowing where to start. The process feels overwhelming because nobody has walked you through what it actually looks like.
Readiness Check
Five Signs You’re Ready
You don’t need all five. If three resonate, you’re further along than most owners who successfully sell.
Your business is profitable
You have at least 2–3 years of consistent revenue and positive cash flow. Buyers want a track record.
It doesn’t depend entirely on you
You have employees, systems, or processes that keep things running. Or you’re willing to stay on during a transition.
You have a sense of the value
You don’t need an exact number. Most small businesses sell for 2–4x Seller’s Discretionary Earnings.
You’re not in crisis mode
The best time to sell is from a position of strength. Preparation takes 2–4 weeks; the full process takes 6–12 months.
You’re emotionally open to it
You don’t need to have everything figured out. You just need to be willing to explore the conversation.
Let's Be Honest
Three Fears That Keep Owners Stuck
"I don’t know what it’s worth."
That’s the first thing you figure out — not the last. A financial recast and valuation analysis takes days, not months. Knowing your number is empowering whether you sell now or later.
"The process seems overwhelming."
It’s complex, but it’s not mysterious. Seven steps, each with clear deliverables. You’ve managed harder things building your business.
"What if nobody wants to buy it?"
Businesses with consistent revenue attract buyers. The question isn’t whether buyers exist — it’s whether you present your business in a way that earns their confidence.
What This Typically Costs
Understanding the Cost of Exiting
Business brokers typically charge 8–12% of your sale price — that’s $160K–$240K on a $2M sale, plus potential retainers and marketing fees. Going fully DIY costs nothing upfront but carries higher risk of deal collapse.
Built Equity provides the same structured exit process for a $5,950 flat fee. No commissions, no percentage of your sale, no surprises.
How We Help
From “Can I Sell?” to Closed
Prepare & Value
Recast your financials, understand your SDE/EBITDA, and price your business based on real data — not guesswork.
Present & Market
Build a professional CIM and teaser, then go to market confidentially across BizBuySell, BizQuest, LinkedIn, and your network.
Negotiate & Close
Screen buyers, manage NDAs, compare offers side by side, and hand off a clean closing package to your attorney.
$5,950 flat fee · No commission · 30-day money-back guarantee · 12 months platform access
Free Strategy Call
Still Not Sure? Let’s Figure It Out Together.
A 15-minute call with the founder. No pitch, no pressure. We’ll talk about your business, where you are, and what your options look like.
Common Questions
Questions Owners Ask Before Taking the First Step
Your Business Has Value. Let’s Talk About It.
15 minutes with the founder. No cost, no commitment. Just an honest conversation about where you stand and what’s possible.
No commission. No percentage. 30-day money-back guarantee.