Insights

Notes on business acquisition
and succession planning.

Practical, no-nonsense thinking for owners considering their next chapter, written by Scott Naasz.

Industry Trends

The Silver Tsunami: What the Wave of Retiring Business Owners Means for You

A record number of baby boomer owners are approaching retirement at once. What that means if you're one of them.

How to Value a Property Management Company Before You Sell

The handful of numbers that actually move your price, and the mistakes that quietly shrink it.

Succession Planning

Business Succession Planning: A Guide for Owners Who Aren't Ready to Retire Yet

You don't need an exit date to start planning one. Here's what to put in place now.

What Buyers Actually Look For When Acquiring a Commercial Property Management Business

Inside the real diligence checklist: what makes a business easy to buy, and what scares buyers off.

What Does a Business Broker Actually Do, and Is One Always the Right Path?

What business brokers do for Twin Cities owners considering a sale, and why a direct acquirer can be faster and quieter.