Brokerage Services Archives - Blog - Murphy Business https://murphybusiness.com/blog/category/brokerage-services/ Excellence in Business Transactions Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:39:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Brokerage Services Archives - Blog - Murphy Business https://murphybusiness.com/blog/category/brokerage-services/ 32 32 Hot Business Trends vs. Best Fit: How to Choose the Right Small Business Opportunity https://murphybusiness.com/blog/hot-business-trends-vs-best-fit-how-to-choose-the-right-small-business-opportunity/ Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:39:55 +0000 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/?p=1014 by Veronica Cardinale Ellinger, CEO, Murphy Business Sales At the beginning of every New Year, ranking lists that reflect top trends for the year are prevalent. In business brokerage, top business trends are circulating, especially in the current turbulent job market. Interest in small business ownership is rising, driven by a desire for autonomy, greater … Continue reading "Hot Business Trends vs. Best Fit: How to Choose the Right Small Business Opportunity"

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]]> Why More Entrepreneurs Are Choosing to Buy Businesses in 2026 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/why-more-entrepreneurs-are-choosing-to-buy-businesses-in-2026/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:00:57 +0000 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/?p=1009 by Veronica Cardinal Ellinger, CEO of Murphy Business Sales As 2025 draws to a close, a significant trend is clear: rather than just launching new startups, more Americans are turning to buying established businesses as their chosen path to entrepreneurship. The November 2025 Small Business Startup Sentiment Index™ from FranchiseInsights.com reports 89.3% planning to start … Continue reading "Why More Entrepreneurs Are Choosing to Buy Businesses in 2026"

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]]> Beyond the Resume: The Soft Skills That Define Business Broker Qualifications https://murphybusiness.com/blog/beyond-the-resume-the-soft-skills-that-define-business-broker-qualifications/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:40:35 +0000 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/?p=984 When most people think about business broker qualifications, they picture licenses, certifications, and financial know-how. While those technical skills are important, they don’t tell the full story of what makes a broker effective. The truth is: buying or selling a business is one of the most emotional and life-changing decisions an entrepreneur will ever make. … Continue reading "Beyond the Resume: The Soft Skills That Define Business Broker Qualifications"

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]]> Looking Past 2025: How Business Owners Can Prepare for Growth, Acquisitions, and Succession https://murphybusiness.com/blog/how-business-owners-can-prepare-for-business-transitions/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:30:27 +0000 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/?p=973 The economic headlines of 2025 are hard to ignore. With inflationary pressures, uneven consumer demand, and a cautious lending environment, many business owners are focused on near-term survival and are tightening budgets, protecting cash flow, and waiting for signs of stability.  However, history shows us that business cycles shift, often more rapidly than expected. The … Continue reading "Looking Past 2025: How Business Owners Can Prepare for Growth, Acquisitions, and Succession"

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]]> Why Confidentiality Is Crucial When Selling a Business https://murphybusiness.com/blog/why-confidentiality-is-crucial-when-selling-a-business/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:55:35 +0000 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/?p=905 Selling a business is one of the most significant and sensitive decisions an owner can make. Whether the sale is motivated by retirement, a new opportunity, or a strategic pivot, the process demands discretion and care—especially regarding confidentiality. At Murphy Business Sales, we’ve seen firsthand how protecting confidentiality makes the difference between a successful, smooth … Continue reading "Why Confidentiality Is Crucial When Selling a Business"

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]]> Common Mistakes Business Owners Make When Selling Their Business https://murphybusiness.com/blog/three-common-mistakes-business-owners-make-when-selling-their-business/ Sat, 15 Apr 2023 20:38:40 +0000 https://www.murphybusiness.com/blog/?p=845 Selling your business is an exciting milestone—but it can also be complex. Many business owners unknowingly make mistakes that cost time, money, or even a successful sale. Understanding these pitfalls early can help you plan a smoother exit and achieve the results you want.  Here are three common mistakes to avoid and how Murphy Business … Continue reading "Common Mistakes Business Owners Make When Selling Their Business"

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]]> Understanding a Balance Sheet https://murphybusiness.com/blog/understanding-a-balance-sheet/ Mon, 11 Apr 2022 18:31:04 +0000 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/?p=830 Whether you’re running a successful business or interested in buying one, it’s important to understand the various financial documents that a company produces. These reports help you know what’s going well, what’s going poorly, and whether the company has a healthy long-term outlook. The balance sheet is a report that helps you look at the … Continue reading "Understanding a Balance Sheet"

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]]> 3 Reasons to Buy a Business Instead of Starting Your Own https://murphybusiness.com/blog/3-reasons-to-buy-a-business-instead-of-starting-your-own/ Fri, 15 Oct 2021 14:44:01 +0000 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/?p=814 A lot of people dream of being their own boss. They want to own a company so they can do what they love and make the rules themselves. Entrepreneurs also find it important to be able to serve their customers in the best way possible, unconstrained by others’ rules. If that’s you, you might think … Continue reading "3 Reasons to Buy a Business Instead of Starting Your Own"

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]]> Franchise or No Franchise https://murphybusiness.com/blog/franchise-or-no-franchise/ Mon, 29 Mar 2021 15:55:37 +0000 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/?p=798 As an entrepreneur, you have many options when it comes to buying a company. Do you want to choose an established business in a specific area, or would you prefer to be a franchise owner? There are benefits and drawbacks to each one, and a business broker like Murphy Business can help you decide what’s … Continue reading "Franchise or No Franchise"

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]]> What to Expect as a First-Time Business Buyer https://murphybusiness.com/blog/what-to-expect-as-a-first-time-business-buyer/ Tue, 08 Dec 2020 14:06:03 +0000 https://murphybusiness.com/blog/?p=792 Thinking About Buying a Business Near You? Here’s What to Expect as a First-Time Buyer. Buying an existing business near you can be one of the smartest ways to become your own boss. Instead of starting from scratch, you’ll often gain a built-in customer base, proven operations, and experienced employees who already understand how things … Continue reading "What to Expect as a First-Time Business Buyer"

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