Set your preferred exit before approaching buyers
Decide whether you want a complete departure or a defined period of support. Discuss your timeline with family or other owners before negotiating terms with an interested buyer.
Make recurring customers understandable
Show repeat sales and the people who maintain those accounts. Explain whether revenue comes from contracts, routine reorders, or your personal relationships. Those are different forms of continuity.
Compare the offer with your next chapter
A seller note, earnout, or extended employment arrangement can delay both payment and a clean departure. Model the dependable cash separately from amounts tied to future performance.
Keep the early conversation private
Use a personal contact address if the company inbox is shared. Do not upload customer lists or tax records here. The partner can explain its own secure document process before you share details.
Continue your sale preparation
Request a business sale introduction when you are ready to discuss your company.