Selling a Construction Company: 5 Tips for Success
If you are planning on selling a construction company, there are a few important tips to consider. Some of these tips are common to selling any type of business, and others are specific to selling a construction company. Through decades of experience buying and selling businesses across many industries, we have identified five key tips […]
25 Questions to Ask When Buying a Business
Every year, millions of Americans give up their jobs in Corporate America to pursue the dream of owning a business. Deciding to buy and grow an existing business is a huge step for most entrepreneurs, and it can be incredibly gratifying. However, buying a business can take time and effort to navigate, especially for first-time […]
Why You Should Keep Personal & Business Expenses Separate
Running personal expenses through your business may not seem like a big deal, but this practice can cause problems you may not have considered. Here are a few reasons why you should keep your personal and business expenses separate. 3 Important Reasons to Stop Running Personal Expenses Through Your Business 1. Rules are rules, and […]
How Can I Sell My Business Fast?
Overall, working with a business broker is the best way to sell your business fast. Business brokers specialize in the buying and selling of businesses, and they can save you a great deal of trouble compared to selling on your own. Be sure to follow these 5 foundational steps: 1. Determine how much your business […]
Selling a Manufacturing Business: 5 Things to Consider
If you are considering selling a manufacturing business, there are a few important points to consider. Some considerations are common to selling any type of business, and others are specific to selling a manufacturing business (particularly in today’s economic climate). The manufacturing industry had just started gaining momentum before the COVID-19 pandemic struck, and while […]
Why Every Business Owner Needs a Valuation
“Why do I need to know the value of my business today if I’m not ready to sell?” This is a question we hear all too often; if I’m not ready to sell, why do I need a business valuation? A comprehensive business valuation provides the business owner with essential information that can be used […]
Asset Protectors and Advisors Sells to Simplicity Group Holdings with the Assistance of Viking Mergers & Acquisitions
Asset Protectors and Advisors Sells to Simplicity Group Holdings with the Assistance of Viking Mergers & Acquisitions Asset Protectors and Advisors, a field marketing office located in Raleigh, North Carolina that offers marketing programs, training and tools to independent insurance agents and financial professionals, has officially been sold to new owners with the assistance […]
6 Steps to Follow When Passing on Your Business to a Key Employee
6 Steps to Follow When Passing on Your Business to a Key Employee For a proper succession plan, you’ll want to have the structure laid out long before leadership changes hands. A succession plan outlines the procedure for a successful turnover of leadership. Investors do not like the instability caused by drawn out or uncertain […]
Oneliance Group, Charlotte-Based Building and Property Maintenance Company Sold to New Owners
Oneliance Group, a building and property maintenance company located in Charlotte, NC, has officially brought in new partners by way of Viking Mergers and Acquisitions. Oneliance Group was owned and operated by Rich Moyer, a millennial entrepreneur with an extensive background in business development and ownership. Moyer decided to bring on strategic equity partners with […]
Hickory-Based Glass Installation Company, All Glass, Sold by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions
Local glass installation company, All Glass, has officially been sold to a new owner through Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, a middle market M&A firm located in Charlotte, NC. Founded in 1994 by Ray Prewitt, All Glass provides a complete range of custom glass, glass for home and business, auto glass, and emergency services to clients […]
Passing the Torch: Comparing the Types of Business Successors
Passing the Torch: Comparing the Types of Business Successors Who is best suited to continue the legacy of your business? As a business owner, you understand the importance of planning ahead. Every business requires accurate forecasting, budgets, hiring schedules, and marketing campaigns to be successful but what most business owners do not have is an […]
Viking Mergers Completes Sale of P. Saylor Fencing After Only 60 Days
P. Saylor Fencing, a local fence building and installation company owned by Paul and Risa Saylor, was officially sold to new owners in March 2016. The deal was facilitated by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions and demonstrates an ongoing trend in positive M&A activity in the Southeast. P. Saylor Fencing was founded by Paul and Risa […]
2016 Outlook for Charlotte: Economic Momentum to Continue
2016 Outlook for Charlotte: Economic Momentum to Continue Queen City can expect consistent job creation, entrepreneurial development in 2016. It seems like Charlotte is constantly being recognized in lists and awards, and for those who live and work in the Queen City, it’s no secret as to why. As a blossoming metropolitan, Charlotte is rising to become the apex […]
Viking Mergers & Acquisitions Facilitates Partnership Merger for Brian Boswell CPA PLLC
Trevor Crocker, Senior Advisor supported by Dale Gilmore CPA both of Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, facilitated a merger between Charlotte-based CPA, Brian Boswell CPA PLLC and Scharf Pera & Co., PLLC. The merger introduces Brian Boswell as the 5th member of the Scharf Pera partnership team. Brian Boswell engaged Viking Mergers & Acquisitions to identify […]
Your Exit Strategy: Selling an Optometry Practice
Your Exit Strategy: Selling an Optometry Practice It’s never to early to plan your exit strategy. 2015 has been a phenomenal year for mergers and acquisitions, with statistics showing an unprecedented number of M&A transactions across a variety of industries. Our economy has long recovered from the 2009 recession as banks loosen up their lending […]
How to Sell a Carwash for the Best Price Possible
How to Sell a Carwash for the Best Price Possible Ready to sell? These tips can help raise the value of your carwash to secure the best sales price. America is experiencing a wave of entrepreneurship like we have never seen before. Millennials are choosing entrepreneurship over traditional jobs, baby boomers are looking for post-retirement endeavors […]
How to Raise the Value of a Staffing Agency Prior to Selling
How to Raise the Value of a Staffing Agency Prior to Selling Staffing firms are one of the most sought-after businesses due to stability and profits. It’s no secret that our global economy is flourishing, with financial experts claiming 2015 to be the best year for America since the Great Recession of 2009. Unemployment rates […]
Viking Mergers Sells Sun Plaza of Albemarle
Sun Plaza, a car wash and auto services business located in Albemarle, NC, has been sold by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions’ Advisors, Trevor Crocker and Greg Ponder. After having only been on the market for two days and receiving over 50 inquiries, Viking M&A was able to secure a full price offer on Sun Plaza. […]
Dish It Out Sold By Viking M&A
Dish It Out, a popular pottery studio with two locations in Charlotte, NC, has been sold by Viking Mergers & Acquisition’s Trevor Crocker and Greg Ponder. After having been on the market for less than 1 month, Viking Mergers’ Senior Advisors were able to secure a qualified buyer from Ohio to take over the business. Founded 18 […]
How to Enhance the Value of Your Landscaping Firm
How to Enhance the Value of Your Landscaping Firm These 5 tips can help you increase the value of your landscaping firm, even if you’re not ready to sell. If you are the proud owner of a landscaping business, chances are, you are reading this because you are curious about what buyers are looking for […]