Your business is worth millions: Are you really ready to sell it?
A business exit plan should be part of the strategic plan from day one. Here, Bryan Esarco offers considerations for exit planners to assess an owner’s readiness.
More than a sale: Planning for life after the business exit
After spending decades building a company, many business owners imagine the sale itself as the finish line. Discover how to prepare for what comes next.
Business exit: Why most family businesses are not prepared for transition
Here, we share what can create transition roadblocks for family-owned businesses and provide an action plan to mitigate against them.
ESOPs as a business exit strategy
More business owners are using employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) for exit strategies. Here, we explore the limitations, advantages, and disadvantages of ESOPs.
Is your business worth as much as you think?
Business owners know their businesses have value. However, not knowing your business's current value can have negative consequences for its future and your transition.
Optimize your business: Time milestones for your business exit
Selling your business is a significant milestone that requires careful planning to maximize proceeds and prepare for the exit.
Trending in Dallas: Employee ownership
We are seeing renewed interest in employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) across UMB’s footprint, particularly in the Dallas-Fort Worth region.
Tax implications of One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) on business exits
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) will impact individuals and businesses. Here’s how it will affect business owners.
Five reasons to connect with your business banker
Managing finances is a challenge of running a business. Here are five reasons to connect with your business banker and how to prepare.
Five reasons to work with a business succession team
Business succession planning is more than a strategy. Discover why you should work with a business succession team.
