From the Mpls/St. Paul Business Journal: Best Places to Work: Sunbelt Business Advisors, 2025 A 401(k), charitable giving match program, and medical, dental and life insurance policies are just a few of the many reasons Minneapolis-based Sunbelt Business Advisors earned its fifth “Best Places to Work” award. CEO Chris Jones on what sets their culture...
Running a business is hard. Even the most successful owners eventually hit a wall. Maybe you’re showing up out of obligation and not inspiration, tired, stuck, or just not excited anymore. If that sounds familiar, it’s not a failure. It’s a sign. But here’s the thing: burnout isn’t a business plan. And boredom isn’t a...
Selling your business is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll ever make. For most owners, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime event. There are no do-overs, so getting it right that one time can make a huge impact for you going forward. The difference between a good deal and a great one can shape the next...
Source: Business Broker Industry Research | Download the Market Pulse Report The quarterly IBBA and M&A Source Market Pulse Survey was created to gain an accurate understanding of the market conditions for businesses being sold in Main Street and the Lower Middle Market. The national survey was conducted with the intent of providing a valuable...
True North Mergers & Acquisitions and Sunbelt Business Advisors Facilitate the Sale of Fargo Engineering Inc. to Legacy Ventures Group MINNEAPOLIS, MN – June 31, 2025 – True North Mergers & Acquisitions and Sunbelt Business Advisors announced they have successfully advised Fargo Engineering Inc., an engineering solutions and technology services firm out of Fargo, North Dakota, on...
Don’t Get Fooled by Inflated Business Prices Business sellers are being sold the "emperor's new clothes". If you don't know the tale, a vain emperor who is obsessed with fancy new clothes is sold a magnificent garment that supposedly can't be seen by stupid people. All of the emperor's court plays along because, of course,...
The Right Advisor Changes Everything Selling your business is a big decision. Who’s guiding you through it matters, not just as a dealmaker, but as someone who understands your world. At Sunbelt, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. With over 40 experienced advisors in our office, our team brings a wide range of professional...
Most owners focus on the financial side of the sale: valuation, deal terms, taxes. And that’s important. But one of the most common things we hear after the sale? “I wish I’d thought more about what comes next.” Exiting your business is not just a financial transaction, it’s a personal transition. And when that part...
So far in 2025, business valuations are on the rise. What are the similarities among the businesses receiving premium offers in this hot market? Preparation, clarity, and timing. We monitor real-time market information from thousands of buyer interactions and hundreds of valuation engagements. Here’s what the data is telling us: High buyer demand is fueling...
