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Expert business brokers specializing in business sales, M&A advisory, business valuations, and exit planning for Michigan's small to mid-size businesses. 15 years of experience and high closing rates. INIX Consulting and Brokerage is a business brokerage firm proudly serving Michigan market and specializing in sales of privately owned small to mid-size businesses. With hands-on small business owne

rship experience and extensive financial background, we bring to the table understanding of your needs and support required for the successful completion of the transaction. Proven processes developed by our firm over the years coupled with various resources and all necessary tools available through our continued professional development allow us to provide our clients with a road map for a smooth transaction. Achieving and maximizing our client’s goals while protecting the confidentiality of their business is our pledge to all clients we work with regardless of the business size.

Most owners think the hard part is getting an offer.It isn’t.The hard part starts after the offer when the buyer’s team ...
05/06/2026

Most owners think the hard part is getting an offer.

It isn’t.

The hard part starts after the offer when the buyer’s team gets into your business and starts asking:
“Prove it.”

That’s where deals slow down and where price gets shaved.

Here are 5 issues that quietly kill momentum in due diligence:

1. Too much revenue tied to one or two customers:
Even if the relationship feels “solid,” buyers see fragility.

2. Financials that don’t reconcile cleanly:
If reports change month to month, or there’s no trail behind the numbers, confidence drops fast.

3. Customer churn that’s been normalized:
High turnover isn’t just a sales problem, it’s a trust problem for a buyer.

4. Add-backs that feel like a stretch:
If the story is “trust me,” the answer becomes “discount it.”

5. A business that still runs through the owner:
If you can’t step away for 30–60 days, buyers start building risk into the deal.

None of these show up overnight.
They’ve usually been there for years.

And the uncomfortable truth: you can’t rebuild the foundation while the buyer is inspecting it.

If you think you might sell in the next 2–3 years, the best move is to start cleaning this up now.

What’s the one area you know would get questioned in your business?

A strong exit isn’t built when you decide to sell.It’s built years before.We’re running open office hours today (1–3pm E...
04/28/2026

A strong exit isn’t built when you decide to sell.

It’s built years before.

We’re running open office hours today (1–3pm EST) to break down:

How buyers assess businesses.
What drives valuation (and what doesn’t).
What to start doing now if a sale is on your radar.

Informal, confidential, open.

Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/3ud7mmry

YOUR BUSINESS SALE DOESN'T HAVE TO BE A MAZE.But for most business owners, it feels like one.Valuations you don't unders...
04/22/2026

YOUR BUSINESS SALE DOESN'T HAVE TO BE A MAZE.

But for most business owners, it feels like one.

Valuations you don't understand.
Legal terms you've never seen.
Due diligence that drags on for months.
Buyers who change terms at the last minute.
Earnouts that never pay out.

And you're supposed to navigate all of this while still running your business?

No wonder 50% of deals with offers on the table fall apart before closing.

Here's the truth:

Sale of the business is not easy, but it's a much smoother and safer ride when you have the right guide.

Someone who's navigated this maze hundreds of times.
Someone who knows which paths lead to dead ends.
Someone who can see the exit before you even start.

That's what strategic M&A advisor or Business Broker does.

We don't just help you sell your business.

We help you navigate the complexity.

From valuation to close. From first conversation to final wire transfer.

We're with you every step.

Ready to find your way through? Schedule a confidential call today:
https://calendly.com/inix

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Most sellers don't understand valuation until they're already negotiating. By then, it's too late to change the fundamen...
04/21/2026

Most sellers don't understand valuation until they're already negotiating. By then, it's too late to change the fundamentals.

Here's what drives your valuation:

MULTIPLE - How many times your earnings buyers will pay. Higher profits + lower risk = higher multiple.

RISK ADJUSTMENTS - Customer concentration, owner dependency, revenue volatility. Every risk identified = valuation deduction.

INDUSTRY COMPS - What similar businesses recently sold for in your industry. This sets your baseline, not what you hope to get.

GROWTH PREMIUM - Fast-growing businesses command 1-2x higher multiples. Momentum = premium valuation.

Your valuation isn't determined at the negotiating table.
It's determined by decisions you made 2-3 years ago.

Hired a CFO? Reduced risk.
Diversified customers? Higher multiple.
Built consistent growth? Premium valuation.

If you're exiting in 3-5 years, optimize for these factors now.

Most business owners leave value on the table when they sell.Not because of the market, but because they prepare too lat...
04/21/2026

Most business owners leave value on the table when they sell.
Not because of the market, but because they prepare too late.

Today (1–3pm EST), we’re hosting open office hours to answer:

what your business is actually worth
what buyers are looking for right now
how early you should be preparing

Drop in, ask questions, stay as long as useful.

Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/3ud7mmry

Wouldn’t it be nice if selling a business were simple?Clean numbers.No surprises.The perfect buyer with plenty of cash.A...
04/17/2026

Wouldn’t it be nice if selling a business were simple?

Clean numbers.
No surprises.
The perfect buyer with plenty of cash.
A smooth, easy process.

That version exists… but it’s rare.

Most of the time, owners don’t start this process because everything is perfectly lined up.

It’s usually the opposite.

Something changed.
Burnout crept in.
Health, family, or just that feeling of “I can’t keep doing this forever.”

And then a buyer shows up.

They feel like the *right* person. Someone you’d trust with what you built.

But… it’s not a perfect fit on paper. Maybe the money isn’t all there. Maybe the deal isn’t “clean.”

That’s where things get real.

Most deals don’t fall apart over price.
They fall apart because the structure doesn’t quite work.

And this is where having the *right advisor* changes everything.

Someone who can step in and say:
“Here’s how we can make this work.”
Or just as importantly,
“This isn’t the right deal and here’s why.”

Someone who knows how to think creatively…
but also knows when to protect you from a deal that’s going nowhere.

Because when you’re in the middle of it, it’s hard to see clearly on your own.

Food for thought:

If the right opportunity came your way tomorrow…
would you feel confident navigating it or would you want someone experienced in your corner?

Most business owners wait until they're ready to sell to start preparing.By then, it's too late.The issues that kill dea...
04/14/2026

Most business owners wait until they're ready to sell to start preparing.
By then, it's too late.

The issues that kill deals aren't discovered during negotiations. They've been sitting there for years, quietly eroding your valuation.

Here are the 7 most common problems that tank exit values or kill deals entirely:

YOUR FINANCIALS Buyers won't accept messy books. Get your financials audit-ready: separate personal and business expenses, reconcile accounts, and ensure compliance.

CUSTOMER CONCENTRATION If one or two customers represent 30% or more of revenue, buyers see risk. Start diversifying your customer base now.
YOUR SOP DOCUMENTS If critical operations only exist in your head, your business isn't sellable. Document processes for every department.

MANAGEMENT TEAM Buyers won't pay premium multiples for a business that can't run without you. Build your leadership team early.

LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE Outstanding lawsuits, regulatory violations, or expired contracts kill deals. Address all legal issues before you go to market.

STRENGTHEN CONTRACTS Verbal agreements and month-to-month contracts create instability. Lock in long-term agreements with key customers and vendors.

ELIMINATE OWNER DEPENDENCIES Are you the only rainmaker? The only one with key client relationships? Transition these responsibilities to your team.

These fixes take 1 to 3 years to implement properly.
Start now. Not when you're ready to list your business.
Because by the time buyers are evaluating your company, it's too late to fix the foundation.

Are you addressing these issues? Or hoping buyers won't notice?

04/10/2026

In the lower middle market, deals don’t stall only because of price they often slow down because the owner isn’t personally ready.

Exit planning research and brokerage experience consistently show that emotional readiness is one of the top hidden factors behind delayed or withdrawn transactions, even when financials are strong.

Many owners reach the point of receiving serious buyer interest and realize the business represents decades of identity, relationships, and responsibility not just an asset on paper.

Valuation can be calculated with data, but readiness to transition leadership and legacy is a separate milestone entirely.

04/07/2026

Getting ready to sell a business usually starts long before the business goes to market.

For many owners, the most helpful first step is simply getting organized.

Clear financials, updated documents, smoother operations, and a better understanding of value can make a big difference later on.

Preparation does not guarantee every part of the process will feel easy, but it can make the path much clearer.

Super excited about the Clarkston Chamber’s 2026 Educational Series this year, and particularly for the upcoming event: ...
04/06/2026

Super excited about the Clarkston Chamber’s 2026 Educational Series this year, and particularly for the upcoming event: Scale Smart, Build Value on April 14th! 📈✨

I’m honored to be part of the panel alongside two incredible experts in their fields. We’ll be diving into actionable insights on growing your business with intention, improving operations, and building long-term value.
This is going to be both fun and educational, the kind of conversation that leaves you with ideas you can actually put into practice.

⚠️ Pre-registration is required - don’t miss it!
Save your spot here: https://business.clarkston.org/events/details/educational-series-april-2026-3096

Can’t wait to see fellow business owners and advisors there!

Address

39533 Woodward Avenue, Suite 304
Waterford, MI
48304

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12487272789

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