Rising Confidence, Falling Interest Rates – Thrive In 2025

As we settle into the new year, Neil Craigen, LINK Business’s Auckland Ellerslie office sales manager, sheds light on what the upcoming trends of 2025 means for business owners and aspiring business owners looking for their opportunity to buy. The key is: confidence.

While 2024 presented its challenges, 2025 has emerged with business owners approaching the year with a renewed resolve.

Franchise vs. Independent Business: Making the Right Choice Before EOFY

If you are looking to become a business owner of either a franchise or an independent business, the time to act is now. Make sure you are prepared to make an informed decision as this will have implications that extend beyond daily operations to tax planning, financial positioning, and long-term growth potential. Understanding the fundamental differences between franchise and independent models can help you make an informed decision that aligns with your goals.

Timing the Market: How to Decide If You Should Sell Before or After EOFY

When considering a business exit, timing the sale of a business can be just as critical as the decision to sell itself. One of the key questions that can arise is whether to finalise a sale before the end of the financial year (EOFY) or to wait until post-EOFY market conditions stabilise. While each option presents distinct advantages and challenges, the right choice depends on factors such as financial positioning, tax implications, buyer sentiment, and broader economic conditions in New Zealand.

Timing Your Purchase: Why February Is Prime Time for Business Opportunities

Timing of when to buy a business is equally as critical as the decision to buy a business itself. February is often an overlooked month as a key time to begin the process of buying a business. However, as the second month into the new year, the window of opportunity couldn’t be greater. The combination of zeal for actioning new year’s goals and to finish off the current financial year settled and confident, means there is ample buying opportunity.

From Side Hustle to Sale: Selling A Lifestyle Business

Turning a side hustle into a lifestyle business is an accomplishment many entrepreneurs in New Zealand take great pride in. These ventures often prioritise flexibility and work-life balance, making them uniquely appealing to buyers who value freedom as much as profitability. If you’re considering selling your lifestyle business, positioning it as an attractive opportunity requires careful planning and a strategic approach.

Preparing Your Business for Sale in 2025

With a new year upon us, many business owners may find themselves assessing their goals. For some, this includes taking the exciting step of selling their business. Whether you’re planning to retire, pursue new ventures, or simply reap the rewards of years of hard work, preparing your business for sale is a process that requires careful planning and execution.

5 Profitable Industries in 2025

As we move into 2025, New Zealand’s economic landscape is brimming with opportunities for savvy business buyers. The country’s unique positioning, innovative spirit, and natural resources are driving significant growth across various sectors.

From Aspiration to Acquisition: Cakery NZ

Srikanth Adepu found Cakery NZ through LINK Business Brokers, attracted by its growth potential and strong business model. With expert support from LINK Broker Ron Vazirani, he overcame challenges in financing, due diligence, and negotiations to complete a smooth transaction. Srikanth praised Ron’s professionalism and transparency, crediting him with making the process efficient and stress-free. This case demonstrates LINK’s expertise in facilitating successful business purchases.

Market-Leading Price, Perfect Buyer!

Selling a business is a significant milestone for any owner, and for Tim Fleming, the recent sale of Pacific Providers (PAC*PRO) was a journey marked by professionalism, strategic insight, and an exceptional result. With the guidance of LINK Business Broker Alan Morpeth, Tim’s niche business attracted widespread interest, culminating in a multi-offer process that delivered an outstanding outcome.

Savouring Success: The Sale of Milanos Pizza with Anil and Ron Vazirani

Milanos Pizza is a Manukau favourite thanks to the efforts of the proud owner Devinder Kumar Dwivedi. With Devinder at the helm, the business has thrived, with loyal customers returning time and time again to enjoy the restaurant’s delicious offering.

Identifying the Strengths of a Business

Deciding to buy a business is just the beginning. Discerning between businesses available for a purchase that is best aligned with your values, needs, and goals is another beast entirely. Making such a critical decision is one which requires careful consideration. Empowering yourself with information and learning how and what ways to identify a strong business that is poised for continued growth and success, is key to securing your future. 

Understanding Your Business’s Valuation

A business valuation is a critical step to empower you to make goals for the future and set expectations for your business sale that are well-informed, realistic, and offer you the best return on your investment. Understanding the value of your business is a key first step of the sale process, whether you are looking to sell in the immediate future or to plan ahead. However, a business valuation is also an exceptional tool that could also be used as a resource for strategic planning for your business’s future, or as leverage for capital financing, and investing in securities, such as stocks or bonds.