An exit strategy describes how value may be realised from an investment or business.
Understanding the concept helps clarify longer-term planning.
Business exit strategies
For business owners, exit strategies may involve:
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selling
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passing on ownership
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winding down
Investment exit strategies
For investments, an exit strategy may refer to:
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when assets are sold
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how proceeds are used
A final note
This article explains what an exit strategy is, not how to create one.
If exit planning raises questions, some people find it helpful to gain clarity before advice or action. Evoa exists for that purpose — before advice and before action.