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Private equity investing has increasingly entered the public consciousness over the last decade. Thanks largely to the emergence of the Silicon Valley tech bubble the advent of terms such as “Unicorns” to describe privately-owned start-ups with a valuation north of $1-billion, private equity investing has well...

Everything looks rosy and you’re ready to sell. This is the moment you’ve worked so hard for, and all the sacrifice is about to pay off. One or more potential buyers is knocking at your door, and you’re excited about what’s about to unfold. Here are 6 common mistakes that people make.

When it’s time to move on, you can feel excited about the next stage. You might be retiring, taking up an exciting career shift or starting another business from scratch. The urge to move on quickly can pull your focus away from important details. And these can lead to mistakes.

You don’t have to use a broker to sell your business. Every business is unique, with its own needs and structures. There are some strategies that can help you sell on your own. Get clear on what you want. People sell businesses for all sorts of motivations. You might be keen on top dollar over all else.

Should you consider a Management Buyout from within your company? Or go with external Private Equity, Strategic buyers or a Founder Investor? There are pros and cons with each approach, and the more time you allow to consider your options.

Fundraising is often daunting for business owners. Raising capital can allow the company to flourish, but finding the right investment partner can be time-consuming and difficult. Asking for money might be outside your comfort zone. Not asking for it can keep you small.