North Carolina business owners know it can be a lot of work to sell a company. For most, selling the enterprise is the among the most important transactions they'll ever experience. Sellers are wise to engage a solid team of advisers to support and move the sale...
Month: August 2017
How to sell a family business
Some North Carolina baby boomers who own a business might be thinking of selling it and retiring. In many cases, these may be small businesses run on a small budget. As a result, the owners may have worked with advisers and accountants but not with attorneys or other...
Multiple factors lead to truck crashes
Trucking accidents are increasing in North Carolina and across the United States. Because semi trucks are such powerful vehicles with massive strength, weight and large amounts of cargo, commercial truck accidents can lead to serious injuries for occupants of other...
Crash kills 50-year-old motorcyclist
A North Carolina man was reported dead after a motorcycle accident occurred on Aug. 12 at about 8 p.m. He was identified as a DJ and singer known primarily around the southeastern part of the state. According to the North Carolina Highway Patrol, the 50-year-old man...
Business owners should make an exit plan in advance
Entrepreneurs looking to open a new business in North Carolina may not be eager to think about a dissolution or plans to exit the venture. However, exiting a business doesn't need to be a sign of failure. It can be a testament to success through a profitable sale or...
Wrongful death lawsuit filed against condo’s building security
North Carolina residents may be interested in a recent lawsuit that demonstrates the dynamics of a wrongful death claim. It raises important issues for landlords, condominium management boards and those in the hired security fields. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of...
The art of investing in professional sports
As North Carolina continues to grow into a lucrative professional sports market, prospective investors are starting to inquire about opportunities in team ownership. A few years ago, former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer made headlines as he plunked down $2 billion to...
Sleep apnea screening rule withdrawn
North Carolina highways may have gotten a bit more hazardous in light of a notice that was issued on Aug. 4 by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The agency, which is part of the Department of Transportation, has stated that it was withdrawing a proposed...
When to buy or sell a business
Entrepreneurs wanting to purchase or sell a business in North Carolina should know that many factors can affect whether a deal is successful. It is important to know when it is wise to pursue the completion of a deal and when to walk away from one. Once there is an...