At the outset, it's important for you to sit down and do some serious thinking about what, exactly, you want from the sale.

• Do you want an all-cash deal, so that you can wash your hands of the thing?
• Or would you be willing to trade a house or property?
• Or would you vendor finance part of the sale price?
• Would you consider a Joint Venture (JV) partner for a set time?
     This type of sale allows the owner to free up capital and grow the business. While giving the new partner expertise and security.
• If the business is located in property owned by you, will you sell the property 
      with the business, lease the property to the new business owner or combine the two to a lease with an option to buy?
• Do you want certain tax advantages in exchange for a lower sale price?