In business sales, there’s a common misunderstanding: the smaller the deal, the simpler the broker’s job. The reality is often the opposite. We recently completed the sale of a manufacturing business under exactly these circumstances. The seller only approached us when the business was close to shutting down. As a result, the expected sale price […]
This was a transaction that was almost written off from the very beginning. When the seller approached us, they were already preparing to shut the business down. Changes to the factory lease had made continued operations too risky and uncertain to sustain. A manufacturing business that had been running for nearly fifty years had reached […]
In business sales, there is a common misconception:the smaller the business, the simpler the transaction—and the less effort it requires. Reality is often the opposite. For many small business owners, a failed sale doesn’t just mean inconvenience. It means time wasted again and again, emotional energy drained, and sometimes a direct impact on retirement plans […]
As 2025 comes to a close, Australia’s business sales market has demonstrated steady and rational growth. According to Bsale’s recently released Q4 2025 Market Report, transaction activity remained strong throughout the year, with the December quarter recording the highest level of completed sales, while average asking prices eased slightly. This indicates a market that is […]
Running a hospitality business in Australia often requires a liquor license, which can be one of the key conditions for lawful trading. During a business sale or purchase, whether the liquor license can be transferred smoothly may affect settlement timing and whether the new owner can legally sell alcohol. In New South Wales (NSW), it […]
Thinking about selling your manufacturing business? If you’re considering retirement, scaling down, or pursuing new ventures, now may be the ideal time. At Sinosmart Business Brokers, we specialize in connecting Australian manufacturing owners with serious, pre-qualified buyers who understand the true value of your operation. The Market Opportunity Established manufacturing businesses with trained staff, reliable […]
The past year has moved quickly. Work has been busy, sometimes intense, sometimes rewarding in ways that only become clear with time. There were strong wins, hard conversations, unexpected challenges, and plenty of lessons learned along the way. In between all of that, life kept moving, family dinners, small milestones, missed moments, and constant reminders […]
We’re closing out Q4 with exceptional momentum across the board. Multiple businesses in the food and retail sector successfully settled this few weeks, marking a strong finish for several of our vendors and a fresh start for new owners ready to take over well-performing operations. At the same time, several high-quality businesses have moved into […]
Recently, we handled a commission dispute case, and it’s a good opportunity to share an important yet often overlooked topic in business sales: How does an agent’s commission actually arise, and why should a broker’s work be honoured? This article is written mainly for business owners who may consider selling their business in the future.The […]
Selling a dental clinic is one of the most significant financial decisions a practice owner will ever make. Yet, many overlook a crucial part of the process: structuring the sale to maximise Capital Gains Tax (CGT) concessions. With the right strategy, you could substantially reduce — or even completely eliminate — the CGT payable on […]
