Selling is a process
The best outcomes come from planning, not rushing. Preparing a business for market takes time. Not just to tidy up the financials, but to ensure the business presents in its best light and appeals to the right buyers.
Think of your broker as a strategist, not just a salesperson. We don’t just list and hope. We help you identify opportunities to strengthen your business, flag potential red flags buyers will question, and work with you to clarify what your ideal exit looks like. That process doesn’t happen overnight, nor should it.
You don’t know what you don’t know
It is key to ensure you don’t underestimate what’s involved in a successful sale or overestimate what buyers will overlook. Things like unrecorded stock, inconsistent owner drawings, or vague supply agreements might seem minor, but to buyers and their advisors, they can be dealbreakers. Fixing those issues mid-sale is costly and stressful.
Engaging a broker early means you get ahead of these challenges. We’ll work with your accountant, advise on what buyers are looking for, and make sure your business is framed accurately and attractively in the Information Memorandum. Done properly, the preparation phase can materially increase your business’s value.
2026 might feel far off, but timing is everything
Economic cycles, interest rates, industry shifts; these influence buyer demand. If you wait until the market is “perfect”, you risk missing the peak. Early planning gives you control over timing. You can take advantage of the right buyer when they appear, rather than scrambling to get ready.
More than that, marketing a business isn’t a one-size-fits-all exercise. A quality campaign is tailored, targeted and polished, and that takes time. Early engagement gives your broker the space to craft a story that resonates, rather than rushing to tick boxes.
Not ready to list? That’s exactly why we should talk
Reaching out now doesn’t commit you to anything. In fact, it does the opposite. It gives you breathing room to explore your options, understand your position, and make informed decisions. The best deals aren’t just about price. They’re about structure, synergy and fit. Those outcomes are only possible with preparation.
At LINK, we’ve worked with thousands of business owners. Some looking to exit in 12 weeks, others looking ahead 12 to 24 months. The earlier we’re involved, the more value we can add.
If 2026 is your year, make 2025 the year you get ready.
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