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Signs That it is Time to Sell the Family Business

Terry Monroe January 25, 2017

Perhaps you have started to suspect you may need to sell your business rather than hand it down to your children. Here are a few

Petro Serve to Acquire Valley Dairy C-Stores

Terry Monroe November 29, 2016

WEST FARGO, N.D. — In a deal that increases its buying power in the petroleum and convenience-store business, Petro Serve USA will acquire Valley Dairy,

A Rule to Operate By

Terry Monroe September 26, 2016

(This article first appeared in the September 2016 print edition of Convenience Store Decisions. Click here for the PDF version as it appeared in the

Is there Power in Brands? What is Your USP

Terry Monroe July 26, 2016

(This article first appeared in the July 2016 print edition of Professional Carwash & Detailing. Click here for the PDF version as it appeared in

The Biggest Lie Operators Tell Themselves

Terry Monroe June 30, 2016

If you have ever heard me speak at NACS or one of the State Association Conventions I have spoken at, you will hear me talk

Top 10 Reasons Why Selling Your Own Business is a Bad Idea

Terry Monroe September 21, 2015

Selling your own Business is a Bad Idea Over the years I’ve learned many things. One of which is, it’s never a good idea to

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Newsletter September 2024

September 4, 2024

How I Worked With the Best Worrier in the World

American Business Brokers & Advisors Announces the Successful Sale of Wagner Oil Convenience Stores

September 3, 2024

Brecksville, OH – True North Energy LLC, a joint venture

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Newsletter August 2024

August 6, 2024

All My People Are Fat In the low tone of

When is the best time to sell your business?

August 30, 2022

What to look out for as a seller.

July 30, 2022

Thoughts on starting a business.

June 30, 2022

The Secret to Getting Top Dollar for Your Business

If you are planning to sell or are considering selling your business in the next twelve to twenty-four months, you need to start planning now. But where do you even start? Selling a business is not easy. With so many things to consider, some confusion is understandable.