Industry News And Articles


When buying or selling a business, stay up to date with the latest industry news from First Choice Business Brokers. Come back often to learn more about the latest trends, strategies, and industry changes.

Industry News And Articles


When buying or selling a business, stay up to date with the latest industry news from First Choice Business Brokers. Come back often to learn more about the latest trends, strategies, and industry changes.

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The latest news on buying and selling your business

Buyers and lenders care about something even more important. Cash Flow.
By AZ Broker February 20, 2026
When many business owners think about selling, they often focus on the profit or revenue; but buyers and lenders care about something even more important. Cash Flow. They want to know whether your business generates cash flow, and if it does, how much covers all the debt - with money left over. This crucial oversight that sellers make is a determining factor as to whether their business will sell.
Business owner/seller handshaking buyer with the business broker
By AZ Broker February 5, 2026
Timing matters when it comes to selling a business. Many owners assume that holding on for “just one more year” will automatically increase their company’s value. In reality, waiting can either significantly boost your exit price—or quietly erode it .  Understanding the difference can mean hundreds of thousands—or even millions—of dollars at the closing table. This article breaks down when waiting works in your favor, when it works against you, and how to decide the smartest time to exit.
People in a business meeting, reviewing financial data on papers and a laptop.
February 2, 2026
Don't let your tax returns lower your sale price. Learn how Phoenix Northwest business owners use financial recasting and SDE to maximize valuation in 2026.
Private Business Valuations in 2025:
What EBITDA and Revenue Multiples Are Telling Sellers
By AZ Broker January 8, 2026
For business owners contemplating a sale in 2025, understanding how private companies are valued is crucial. Two of the most commonly used metrics—EBITDA multiples and revenue multiples—provide insights into current market trends and buyer expectations. Interpreting these multiples can help sellers make informed decisions and take strategic steps to maximize the value of their business.
Four business colleagues gathered around a laptop, discussing. Man in suit gestures at the screen; two women and a man look on. Bright office setting.
January 2, 2026
Capitalize on the 2026 Phoenix business boom. Learn why Northwest Valley growth, Q1 buyer demand, and Arizona's tax climate make this the ultimate window for a high-value exit.
Two men in suits shaking hands at a table, smiling. Bright room with a window.
December 10, 2025
Looking for businesses for sale in Phoenix? Learn how to identify profitable opportunities, analyze SDE, and avoid red flags with this expert guide from First Choice Business Brokers.
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