You built the business. Now make sure you leave it on your terms.

For most entrepreneurs, selling a business is far more than a financial transaction. It is the culmination of years of hard work, calculated risk, personal sacrifice, and unwavering commitment. It is also one of the most important financial and personal decisions a business owner will ever make.

Yet too many Canadian business owners delay planning their exit until retirement, burnout, illness, or an unexpected offer forces their hand. By then, opportunities to maximize business value, reduce taxes, strengthen operations, and negotiate from a position of confidence may already be gone.

EXIT RIGHT: From Ownership to Retirement is the practical Canadian guide to business exit planning, selling a business, and creating a successful ownership transition. Whether you own a family business, professional practice, retail operation, manufacturing company, or service business, this book provides a proven roadmap for preparing your company for sale while protecting the wealth and legacy you've worked so hard to build.

Drawing on decades of experience in business valuation, transaction advisory, and hundreds of real-world business sales, valuation expert Max Beairsto shares practical strategies, cautionary stories, and actionable advice to help business owners avoid costly mistakes and achieve better outcomes.

Built around four essential principles of a successful exit—Preparation is Profit, Paperwork Matters, Plan for Tax, and Purpose is Vital—this book will help you:

Understand what your business is really worth and identify practical ways to increase its value.

Reduce owner dependency and build a business that can succeed without you. Navigate Canadian tax planning, including Qualified Small Business Corporation (QSBC) status and the Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption.

Plan earlier. Build greater value. Exit Right.