Broker Spotlight – Lisa Riley

How did you get into the business brokerage industry? After leaving academia and moving to AZ, my husband’s dream was to build a home. Since his career was the impetus for our move, I was the GC of building our home. Throughout the process, we had a ton of assistance and others began asking me […]
10 Ways to Boost Your Chances of Successfully Selling Your Business

Are you looking to sell your business? If so, you’ll want to make sure that you do everything possible to increase your chances of a successful sale. There are many things you can do to improve your odds, and we will discuss 10 of them in this blog post. Read on for tips that will […]
What Should You Look For in a Partnership Agreement?

Partnership agreements are a vital part of any business partnership. They outline each partner’s expectations and responsibilities and can help prevent disputes down the road. When creating a partnership agreement, there are certain things that you should always include. In this blog post, we will discuss what those things are! 1. The Roles of Each […]
Is it Possible to Buy a Business Without Collateral?

There are a lot of things to think about when you’re considering buying a business. One of the most important factors is whether or not you have the collateral to back it up. Many people believe that you need to have collateral in order to buy a business, but this isn’t always the case. In […]
We Had an Awesome Time At Our Fall Social Event!

We had our Fall social event with a happy hour event at Chophouse in North Scottsdale. Twenty members and guests enjoyed great conversation, food, and libations. Despite our busy lives, it is satisfying to take the time to get to know each other on a more personal level at these events. Thank you, Isabel Gram […]
Retirement Planning for Business Owners

As a business owner, you have a lot on your plate. You are responsible for the day-to-day operations of your business, as well as its long-term planning and growth. And, if you’re like most business owners, you don’t have a lot of extra time or money to put into your retirement savings. But retirement planning […]
The Advantages of Working with a Business Broker When Selling

So, you’re thinking of selling your business. Congratulations! This is a big decision, and it deserves careful consideration. There are a lot of factors to think about, such as how to value your business, find the right buyer, and negotiate the best possible price. This is where a business broker can come in handy. Business […]
How to Make Your Business Appealing to Buyers

When you’re ready to sell your business, there are a lot of things to think about. You need to find the right buyer at the right price and be able to close the deal quickly and efficiently. But before any of that can happen, you need to make your business appealing to buyers. Here are […]
Selling a Business? Expect the Unexpected.

If you’re thinking about selling your business, congratulations! You’ve built something worth selling, and that’s no small feat. But as you enter into the process of finding a buyer and negotiating a sale, it’s important to be prepared for the unexpected. Here are a few things you should keep in mind as you enter into […]
AZBBA Broker Spothlight – Brian Harron, CBB

With more than 40 years experience as both a restaurateur and restaurant and bar broker, Brian Harron has been privileged to sell many restaurant and bar businesses and has owned and operated a few as well! He has been exclusively involved in the buying, selling, and leasing of restaurants and bars since 1980. How did […]