When Two Million Dollars is Just Not Enough by Procision Commercial Realty

Not everyone wants to sell when they feel as though they have to sell. Life changes, such as divorce or illness, can trigger the sale of a business. Everything from declining business revenue to partnership problems and more can send business owners scrambling for the exit sign. However, selling isn't always an option, especially for small businesses. In this article, we will take a closer look at just such a situation.

The business under consideration is a successful distribution business, which is also a classic example of a value-enhanced business. The two owners each draw several hundred thousand from the business each year to go along with a range of other benefits. If hypothetically, the business was to sell for $2 million dollars, each of the owners would receive approximately $1 million. Of course, this sounds like a sizable amount. So, what is the problem?

When one stops to factor in such variables as taxes, closing expenses and debt, that $1 million-dollar number has shrunk dramatically, leaving each owner with much less, perhaps as little as just two years of income. In such a situation, selling isn't a great idea. Many owners of small companies want to “cash in” and retire only to discover that their business isn't worth enough to do so.

Owners who want to retire but can't afford to do so are in a difficult position. Such owners may have already “checked out” mentally and in the process, have lost their focus resulting in a failure to both invest financially and creatively in the business. In turn, this decreases the value of the business even more, as competitors may likely move in to fill the void.

So, what does all of this mean for business owners? Business owners don't want to get stuck in the position we discussed thus far. Instead, business owners want to sell at the optimal moment, when a business is at its high point and the owners are not considering retiring and feel as though they have to sell.

Determining when is the best time to sell can be one of the single smartest business decisions that a business owner ever makes. Working with a professional and experienced business broker is a fast and simple way to determine if the time is right to sell your business or if you should wait. Waiting until the optimal moment to sell has passed you by could be a painful experience.

Around the Web: A Month in Summary

A recent article posted on Forbes.com entitled “Small Business Owners Are Retiring, And Millennials May Not Fill The Gap On America's Main Street” uses the closing of a 235-year-old hardware store to prove a startling fact: the Millennial generation may not be suited to take over small business ownership like the generations before them. In the case of Elwood Adams Hardware, which has seen a multitude of owners over the last almost two and a half centuries, the current owner simply couldn't find a buyer.
While student loan debt and an inclination to pursue work in the gig economy may be factors in this unwillingness to take on small business ownership, their age may actually be the driving factor. The article mentions that the sweet spot for entrepreneurship is typically the 40's, so it may take some time to truly see if millennials are suited for small business ownership.
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A recent article from the Axial Forum entitled “Five Due Diligence Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them” outlines some common mistakes and pitfalls that are made during the due diligence process and gives tips on how to navigate the due diligence waters. The pitfalls include:

1. Missed Opportunities
2. Pointless Provisions
3. Red Flags at the 11^th Hour
4. Poor Communication
5. Leaving Money on the Table

Avoiding these five things won't guarantee success, but doing so can definitely help give an owner the best chance at success. Buying a business is not an easy process, but knowing what to expect, what to avoid, and how to maximize the value of a dollar can go a long way.
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A recent article posted on Divestopedia.com entitled “The Investment Banking Landscape: Different Types of M&A Firms” gives an overview of the different types of M&A firms as well as how they can be useful in different situations. Owners interested in selling should know how each type of firm works and how each could be of use to them during the sale of their business. The following represent these different types of firm:

1. Boutique Investment Firms
2. Regional Investment Banks
3. Bulge Bracket Investment Banks
4. M&A Advisory Firms
5. Business Brokerage

Each of these types of M&A firms has its own benefits and drawbacks, so it is very important for an owner to understand and explore the options available to them before settling on one.
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A recent article posted on BizBuySell.com entitled “Small Business Transactions Reach Record High As Buyers Shrug Off Amazon Effect” explores business transaction data from the third quarter of 2017. As outlined by the report, closed transactions numbered 2,589 in the third quarter, up 24% from the same time period last year. This quarter continues the overall trend of quarter-over-quarter growth in reported transactions going back two years.
Increases in median revenue and cash flow of sold businesses as well as a decrease in the median time to sell a business show a strengthening small business sector and an improving overall market. Although retail has taken a hit from the “Amazon Effect,” retail transactions are actually up 23% since this time last year. Read the full report by clicking the link below.
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A recent article posted on BizJournals.com entitled “Closely-held Businesses Head Toward a Slippery Slope” explores a startling truth about small businesses in the United States: around 60 percent of owners will likely retire within the next 10 years. On the surface, this may sound unimportant or irrelevant to the small business world. But just beyond the surface lies the fact that almost 70 percent of successions fail. But still, what does this mean for the small business sector?
Finding a suitable well-trained successor will be of absolute necessity within the next 10 years for these 60 percent of retiring owners. Failure is inherently more common than success post-transition, so finding qualified individuals to take over will be paramount to continued small business success in the United States.

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Three Common Errors Caused by Inexperience

The old saying that “there is no replacement for experience” is a truism that has stood the test of time. The simple fact is that a lack of experience can dismantle your deal.

Consider the following scenario – a business owner nearing retirement owns a multi-location retail operation that is doing several million in annual sales. He interviews a well-respected and experienced intermediary and is impressed.

However, the business owner's niece has recently received her MBA and has told her uncle that she can handle the sale of his business and in the process, save him a bundle. On paper, everything sounds fine, but as it turns out the lack of experience gives this business owner less than optimal results.

Let's take a look at a few problems that recently arose with our nameless, but successful, business owner and his well-meaning and smart, but inexperienced niece.

Error #1 No Confidentiality Agreements

One problem is that the business owner and his niece don't use confidentiality agreements with prospective buyers. As a result, competitors, suppliers, employees and customers all learn that the business is available for sale. Of course, learning that the business is for sale could cause a range of problems, as both employees and suppliers get nervous about what the sale could mean. Ultimately, this could undermine the sale of the business.

Error #2 Incorrect Financials

Another problem is that the inexperienced MBA was supposed to prepare an offering memorandum. In the process, she compiled some financials together that had not been audited. While on paper this seemed like a small mistake, it failed to include several hundred thousand dollars the owner took. He simply forgot to mention this piece of information to his niece. Clearly this mishap dramatically impacted the numbers. Additionally, this lack of information would likely result in lower offers as well as lower bids, or even decrease overall prospective buyer interest.

Error #3 Failing to Include the CFO

A third key mistake in this unfortunate story was a failure to bring in the CFO. The niece felt that she could handle the financial details, but in the end, her assumption was incorrect. The owner and the niece failed to realize that prospective buyers would want to meet with their CFO, and that he would be involved in the due diligence process. In short, not bringing the CFO on board early in the process was a blunder that greatly complicated the process.

The problem is clear. Selling a business, any business, is far too important for an amateur. When it comes time to sell your business, you want an experienced business broker with a great track record. Again, there is no replacing experience.

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Press Release - Procision Welcomes Marc Greisler to Advisory Team

Procision Business Brokers and Commercial Realty is proud to announce the addition of Marc Greisler as Vice President of Retail. As a well-established Commercial Real Estate professional, Marc brings vast experience in various Real Estate services, including investment sales, leasing, asset management, development and finance. During his stellar career, he has specialized in Highway Commercial, Shopping Centers and NNN Investment Sales throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and nationally. With a large and stable client base of high net worth individuals, private equity, and institutional investors, Mr. Greisler has developed a proven track record of success and is a go to resource in the marketplace.

Marc is a graduate of St. John’s University’s prestigious Business Program and has extensive training in the Commercial Real Estate field. Previously, he worked in the Retail Investment Sales Group for Marcus & Millichap and most recently, functioned as a valuable member of Gelcor Realty. Consistent with the company’s core mission, Marc will continue his role as consultant and broker and as natural extension of his Retail Real Estate expertise, he will expand his services to include Business Brokerage and Business Dispositions going forward.
Procision Business Brokers and Commercial Realty is a Business Advisory Group that provides Comprehensive Solutions for the needs of Business Owners, Investors, Landlords and Tenants in the Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey Region. With offices in Bucks County, PA and Gloucester County, NJ, Procision’s offerings include the following synergistic Suite of Services:

• PROCISION COMMERCIAL REALTY - Investment sales, Landlord and Tenant leasing representation, Asset Management and Consulting services
• PROCISION BUSINESS BROKERS - M&A Brokerage and Business Consulting including Business Valuations and Exit Planning services

Procision’s unwavering Mission is to function as a Trusted Business Advisor and create superior value for their Clients.
For more information, please visit them at www.Procisionbb.com or call 856-228-5151.

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It’s Time To Embrace CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility)

If you are unfamiliar with CSR or corporate social responsibility, you are certainly not alone. In the coming years, you'll be hearing a lot about CSR. In this article, we'll look at CSR and how, when implemented with sincerity, it can positively impact your company and its operation.

Building Your CSR Locally

One of the key ways that you can build your CSR is to think about ways to help your community. Contributing to local community programs, for example, is a great place to start. Everything from personal involvement to direct financial support can help build your company's reputation within your community.

Your Connection to the Environment

A second way to build your CSR is to show that your company is thinking about its impact on the environment. Recycling is important but so is using eco-friendly packaging and containers. Additionally, embracing low-emission and high mileage vehicles is another good step as this lowers your company's carbon footprint.

Advertising and Good PR

A third area to consider is how your company interacts with the marketplace. Using responsible advertising, business conduct and public relations is a savvy move. Likewise, providing fair treatment of your shareholders, suppliers and vendors and contractors will all help to improve your CSR.
Yet, one of the single most important areas of corporate social responsibility occurs in the workplace. The advent of social media has helped fuel the dispersal of information. If your business isn't treating its employees in a fair manner and/or has unsafe work conditions or unfair employment practices, the word will eventually get out. There has never been a more important time to treat your employees well.

Embracing CSR serves to increase shareholder and investor interest. In short, it is expected. Socially-conscious companies are considered smart and stable investments. A company that has fully embraced CSR will find greater buyer interest and even a higher selling price when the time comes to sell. Most buyers want excellent customer loyalty with no skeletons hiding in a company's closet. They also are seeking happy and loyal employees, low employee turnover and for a company to have a good reputation within a community. CSR helps achieve all of these goals and more.

Ultimately, corporate social responsibility works to create additional value. When you invest in CSR, you are investing in achieving a higher selling price and making your business more attractive to sellers. Summed up another way, you can't afford not to think about this topic.


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Crescent Business Center For Lease by Procision Commercial Realty

Great for Office, Light Assembly, Engineering and Many Other Uses.

The Business Center is located on the North bound side of US Route 130 in Pennsauken, New Jersey. The park is located within a half mile from the Betsy Ross Bridge and has easy access to the Betsy Ross Bridge, Tacony-Palmyra Bridge, US Route 130, RT 73, I-295, and the NJ Turnpike.


The highlights of the opportunity are as follows:

• Up to 19,964 sq.ft.
• Street Signage on Route 130
• 100% Drop Ceiling Air-Conditioned
• Recent Renovated
• Office Furniture Available
  
• Ample Parking
• One Tailgate Loading Dock

For More Info or to schedule an inspection, please contact:
Richard Shore
856.228.5151 x 4
rshore@procisionbb.com

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INVESTMENT SALES ENTREPRENEUR OPPORTUNITY Seeking an Entrepreneur to Join our Team!

INVESTMENT SALES ENTREPRENEUR OPPORTUNITY

SEEKING AN EXCITING AND REWARDING CAREER RATHER THAN JUST A JOB?
Interested in Investment Sales? Are you a self-starter and willing to learn? Do you have an outgoing and confident personality? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity for growth and development?

Procision Business Brokers and Commercial Realty is seeking a new Associate Team Member to join our Advising Team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent character and the highest level of integrity in all that they do. They will be results oriented, exhibit a consistent sense of urgency and desire to reach new heights both personally and in their future career. If you are results driven, self-motivated and have a track record of success, this is an excellent opportunity. Work on listings from day one and expand your knowledge and capabilities in the process!

REAL ESTATE LICENSE OR WILLINGNESS TO IMMEDIATELY OBTAIN SUCH LICENSE IS REQUIRED.

Company
Procision Business Brokers and Commercial Realty is a Business Advisory Group that provides Comprehensive Solutions for the needs of Business Owners, Investors, Landlords and Tenants in the Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey Region. We are dedicated to the aggressive growth of our services and value collaboration, development and continuous improvement as a team. Procision's unwavering Mission is to function as a Trusted Business Advisor and create superior value for our Clients.
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate that is looking to gain valuable skills and exposure in the business world and do so in an exciting entrepreneurial environment!

If you feel that you are a good match, please reply with your contact information and resume.

Robert Beach, CCIM, IBBA
President
Procision Business Brokers Procision Commercial Realty
rbeach@procisionbb.com
www.procisionbb.com/
856-228-5151 (o)
856-228-5152 (f)

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