The Difference Between a Business That Sells and One That Doesn't
by: Donna HarrisPublished on: 25/08/2026Some businesses sell cleanly at strong multiples. Others don't sell at all. The difference almost always comes down to the same three things. Here's what they are and how to build them.
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How to Make Your Business More Valuable Before You're Ready to Sell
by: Donna HarrisPublished on: 21/08/2026The time to make your business more valuable is before you're ready to sell. Here are the five things that improve your multiple — and why starting now matters more than you think.
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What a Buyer Will Pay for Your Business , and What They Won't
by: Donna HarrisPublished on: 20/08/2026A buyer doesn't pay for your revenue or your client relationships. They pay for what they can verify. Here's what that means for your valuation — and what to do about it now.
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