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Underrated Strategies to Speed Up the Sale of Your Business
The Wise Exit Newsletter
In this week's issue, we're covering:
Underrated strategies to speed up the sale of your business
Step-by-step guide on how to avoid paying taxes when you exit
Amazon to acquire wearable AI assistant company
A story about one of the biggest reasons deals fall apart
Let’s dive in.
🧠 This Week’s Big Idea
Underrated Strategies to Speed Up the Sale of Your Business
One of the most common (and urgent) questions we get from founders is, "How can I sell my business fast?"
Sometimes, founders are just tired of running their business. Other times, buyers show up unexpectedly.
Whatever the case is, founders often want to sell quickly — but they assume selling fast automatically leaves money on the table.
Fortunately, that's not always the case.
If you’re thinking about a fast exit, or you just want to be ready when the call comes, there are a few key strategies we always recommend:
Get your house in order: Clean financials. Clear reporting. Updated contracts. Defined org chart. These things aren’t just “nice to have.” They’re table stakes. When buyers see structure, they move faster and negotiate less.
Build your buyer profile early: You don’t want to start Googling acquirers after someone expresses interest. Strategic buyers (especially those who’ve done deals before) tend to move quicker, but only if they see a fit instantly.
Run a tight process: When advisors, lawyers, and accountants are aligned, deals fly. But when they’re playing catch-up, everything slows down. The fastest closes happen when the seller leads with clarity, transparency, and confidence.
So yes, it's possible to sell quickly and still win big. But only if you’ve done the work to make your business easy to buy.
Because the founders who succeed aren’t the ones who rush things. They’re the ones who planned for this moment long before it arrived.
Need help selling your business quickly? Just reply to this email or contact us here to learn how.
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📰 Featured Blog Post
How to Avoid Paying Taxes on the Sale of Your Business (Step-By-Step Guide)
Ever wondered how much of your business sale has to go to Uncle Sam?
If you already have this question in mind, you might be closer than you think to deferring or minimizing some of the taxes you'll pay.
This guide breaks down the different ways to maximize profits from a taxable business sale.
📰 In The News
Amazon to Acquire Bee, the Wearable AI Assistant
Earlier this week, Amazon announced it's set to acquire Bee, a rising player in wearable AI devices.
The acquisition shows Amazon’s desire to deepen its presence in AI-driven hardware, beyond Alexa and traditional smart home devices.
Why it matters to you:
With Bee’s sleek and always-on assistant gaining traction, Amazon is betting big on the next frontier of user interaction — wearable intelligence.
It’s a clear reminder that the biggest acquirers aren’t just looking for market share, they’re also looking for an edge.
So if your business sits at the intersection of hardware, AI, or next-gen user experience, this is your cue that innovation and traction in niche categories are drawing serious attention.
Let this deal be a signal that the right combination of vision and execution can put even small companies on tech giants’ radars.
Want to explore how your business fits into the bigger picture? Contact us here to learn more.
🗣️ From Brian
I recently heard a story about a founder who had a deal fall apart because of a past criminal charge. But the problem wasn't even what had happened decades earlier.
It was that nobody on the deal team knew about it until late in diligence.
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That's all for this week. Until next time.
Best,
Brian