Selling a Business Fast — 90-Day Sale Strategy
Need to exit in under 90 days? Here's the realistic playbook (and the trade-offs you'll face).
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Sometimes life forces a fast exit — health issues, partnership disputes, financial distress, or simply seizing a strategic opportunity elsewhere. Exit Clue runs accelerated 90-day sales for owners who genuinely need to move quickly. The trade-offs are real: typically 10–25% price discount vs. a 6-month process, more buyer-friendly terms, and a tighter buyer pool. We're transparent about what's possible and what isn't.
Step-by-Step
- Step 1
Day 1–7: Materials Sprint
Crash valuation, CIM creation, blind teaser, list assembly. We pull from existing financials with minimal cleanup time.
- Step 2
Day 8–30: Active Marketing
Listings live, outbound to qualified buyer database, NDAs flying. Site visits scheduled aggressively.
- Step 3
Day 31–60: Offers & LOI
Multiple offers expected. We pick the cleanest path-to-close, not necessarily the highest price.
- Step 4
Day 61–90: Diligence & Close
Tight diligence schedule, pre-negotiated escrow, lender coordination. Buyer pool already pre-qualified.
Pitfalls to Avoid
- !Over-promising — many businesses can't realistically close in 90 days. We'll be honest if your situation doesn't fit.
- !Accepting the first offer without competition — even fast sales need 2–3 bidders.
- !Skipping due diligence — fast doesn't mean reckless. Buyer protection still matters.
- !Disclosing distress to the market — creates massive price chips.
- !Picking a financed buyer who can't actually close in 90 days. Cash buyers preferred for fast deals.
Frequently Asked Questions
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