Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Business? 4 Signs to Watch

Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Business?
4 Signs to Watch This Summer
Summer is often seen as a time to relax—but for business owners thinking about selling, it could also be the perfect time to take action. Whether you’re planning to exit in the near future or just starting to explore the idea, paying attention to the right signals can help you decide when to make your move.
Here are four signs this summer might be the ideal time to start your exit journey:
1. You’re Feeling the Burnout—And It’s Not Just the Heat
If you find yourself dreaming of vacations you never take, missing out on time with family, or just dreading the day-to-day grind, it may be a sign you’re ready to move on. Summer often gives business owners a moment to pause and reflect, and if you’re feeling emotionally or physically drained, it could be time to start exit planning before burnout affects the business’s value.
Pro Tip: A business is most valuable when it’s not in crisis. Starting the process while you're still in control can lead to a better valuation and smoother transition.
2. Your Business Is Performing Well—and You Can Prove It
One of the best times to sell a business is when it’s doing well. If you’ve had strong sales, increased profits, or positive growth trends in Q1 and Q2, you’re in a prime position to attract buyers. Summer gives you time to gather clean financials, organize documentation, and begin conversations with advisors or brokers.
Buyers love momentum. If you can show a consistent upward trend, they’ll see your business as a low-risk investment with upside potential.
3. Market Conditions Are Favorable
Interest rates, industry trends, and buyer demand all play a role in determining how attractive your business is right now. With many buyers—both individual and institutional—actively seeking new opportunities before year-end, summer could be your sweet spot to enter the market and close a deal before the holidays.
Exit Factor Insight: We often see an increase in buyer activity in the fall, making summer the ideal time to start preparing if you want to sell before year-end.
4. You’re Thinking More About Life After Business
Whether it’s traveling, pursuing new ventures, or just enjoying more freedom, if your thoughts are drifting toward what’s next, it might be time to align your business with that vision. Selling your business doesn’t happen overnight—but starting in summer means you could be living that next chapter sooner than you think.
“If you’re thinking about selling in the next 2–5 years, the time to start preparing is now.”
Don’t Wait for the Right Moment—Create It
Selling your business is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. The earlier you start preparing, the more options—and value—you’ll have. At Exit Factor, we help owners like you build sellable, scalable companies that are ready when the market (or you) are.
Let this summer be the season you take the first step.
Reach out to Exit Factor for a free valuation assessment or to learn how we can help you get exit-ready.
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