It is important to plan carefully and make the move toward selling at the right time. Doing so, can have a positive impact on your selling price. Observing market conditions, preparing your school for would-be buyers and strategically positioning it as a viable school will all play an important role when you decide to sell.
Prepare in advance
It pays to prepare your school for sale well in advance of placing it on the market. Plan to allow at least six months to a year to prepare your school for sale. Diligent preparation will help you to show your school in the best light. You will want time to gather all the necessary documentation that potential buyers will expect to see. Also, keep in mind the time frame it takes to complete a school sale. Most sales take 6-12 months from the time the school placed on the market to closing the transaction. Careful preparation will give you more flexibility to align your sales timing with a favorable market and could help you avoid the pitfall of having to sell quickly at a less-than-ideal price.
Research the market
In order to establish a fair asking price, you’ll need to do some research to objectively determine where your school fits into the market. While you certainly don’t want to under price your school, pricing your school too high may drag out the sales process or even prevent your school from selling at all. Fluctuations in the market, and more specifically within your particular industry, will help you determine the best time to put your school on the market. Look for similar schools for sale to get a feel for the current market and then seek the help of a professional by calling Gateway School Sales.
Look at your school through a different lens
It is important to look at your school through potential buyer’s eyes in order to determine your school’s strengths and weaknesses. Take the time to promote your school’s high points and work on its low points with an eye towards improving your selling price. Remember that buyers would ideally like to purchase a school when it’s doing well and showing steady growth. If records show you are in decline, then it may not be the best time to sell, since this will negatively impact your selling price. You want your school to stand out in a competitive market as the best investment in its field. Your documentation should include past results and current placement in the market, as well as the potential for future growth. This is where the guidance that Gateway School Sales will provide will prove invaluable.