How To Sell (or Buy) Your Accounting Firm

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by a professional from Babson College - F.W. Olin Graduate School
in Tempe, AZ, USA

2yrs ago

meetup

8 attending

How To Sell (or Buy) Your Accounting Firm

· https://streamyard.com/watch/9JfFrBumnb7y

I know there are a ton of searchers looking at buying an accounting firm. Here is a webinar I'm doing about the topic in general.

Thinking of selling your practice? Join us as serial acquirer Michael Ly shares an insider’s guide to preparing, pricing & selling your accounting firm. Learn how to value your firm for maximum sale price, find the right buyer, negotiate win-wins, protect clients through transition, and structure creative deals - whether nearing retirement or just exploring options. Get practical tips from an active buyer on ensuring a smooth exit on your terms.

In this webinar, you'll learn:
✅ Identify factors to consider when deciding on the timing and preparation for selling an accounting firm.
✅ Calculate the value of an accounting firm using different valuation methodologies
✅ Recognize tax considerations, including structuring the sale for desired tax treatment
✅ Evaluate non-compete agreements, transitional service agreements, and other tools to protect the seller and buyer
✅ Assess creative deal structures such as seller financing and earnouts for win-win sale transactions

⬇️ Reserve your spot today ⬇️

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reply by a searcher 2yrs ago
from University of Pennsylvania in Austin, TX, USA

I would like to attend. Thank you for setting this up

reply by a searcher 2yrs ago
from University of Toronto in Toronto, ON, Canada

Thanks for sharing this!