--- title: Blog & News | exit planning (2) description: exit planning | Exit Planning News and Expert Commentary – Maus Software (2) --- [![Maus Logo White](https://maus.com/hubfs/Maus%20Logo%20White.svg) ](https://maus.com/) OUR PRODUCTS [![Maus-Attract-Exit-Planning-Software](https://maus.com/hubfs/Maus-Attract-Exit-Planning-Software.svg)Attract --- ](https://maus.com/client-acquisition-attract) [Client Acquisition Comprehensive done-for-you digital marketing solutions ](https://maus.com/client-acquisition-attract) [![Maus-Engage-Exit-Planning-Software-1](https://maus.com/hubfs/Maus-Engage-Exit-Planning-Software-1.svg)Engage --- ](https://maus.com/client-engagement-engage) [Client Engagement Automated, ongoing assessments, valuation notifications, and action items ](https://maus.com/client-engagement-engage) [![Maus-Build-Exit-Planning-Software](https://maus.com/hubfs/Maus-Build-Exit-Planning-Software.svg)Build --- ](https://maus.com/planning-kpis-build) [Strategic Planning & KPI Dashboard Build a strategic plan and automate financial impact monitoring ](https://maus.com/planning-kpis-build) [TAILORED FOR YOU ](https://maus.com/software-for-financial-advisors) [PRICING ](https://maus.com/pricing) RESOURCES ## Educational Content --- [**Blog & News** ](https://maus.com/blog) [**Glossary** ](https://maus.com/exit-planning-glossary-terms) [**Case Studies** ](https://maus.com/case-studies) ## Support & Media --- [**Support** ](https://maus.com/support) [**Knowledge Base** ](https://support.maus.com/knowledge/maus-software) [**Advisor Success Videos** ](https://maus.com/video) ## About Us --- [**Who We Are** ](https://maus.com/about-us) [**Partners** ](https://maus.com/partners) [Education ](https://maus-20463342.hs-sites.com/partners#education-partners) [Technology ](https://maus-20463342.hs-sites.com/partners#technology-partners) [ LOGIN ](https://app.maus.com/) [ BOOK A CALL ](https://maus.com/bookademo) [ LOGIN ](https://app.maus.com/) [ BOOK A CALL ](https://maus.com/bookademo) EXIT PLANNING SOFTWARE FOR FINANCIAL ADVISORS # The latest exit planning news & commentary ### **Get the latest from the experts** Maus dedicates our 20+ years of exit planning expertise to keeping the community informed and prepared.  [SCHEDULE ADVISOR DEMO ](https://maus.com/bookademo) cepa ### [What is a Certified Business Exit Consultant (CBEC)?](https://maus.com/blog/what-is-a-certified-business-exit-consultant-cbec) Learn what a Certified Business Exit Consultant (CBEC) is, how the certification works, how it compares to CEPA and CExP, and how CBEC-trained... Shaun Savvy Feb 22, 2026 cepa ### [What is a Certified Exit Planner (CExP)?](https://maus.com/blog/what-is-a-certified-exit-planner-cexp) Learn what a Certified Exit Planner (CExP) is, how the three-part certification works, what topics the course covers, and how CExPs use tools like... Shaun Savvy Feb 15, 2026 exit planning ### [Top 10 Business Exit Strategies (and How to Choose the Right One)](https://maus.com/blog/top-10-business-exit-strategies-and-how-to-choose-the-right-one) Explore the top 10 business exit strategies, from sale to a third party to IPO and succession planning. Learn how to choose the right exit option. Shaun Savvy Feb 11, 2026 strategic planning ### [Financial Readiness: Business Owners, Advisors, & Exit Planning](https://maus.com/blog/financial-readiness-business-owners-advisors-exit-planning) Financial readiness is not just about having money in the bank, it’s about whether personal finances, business finances, and long-term goals are... Shaun Savvy Jan 19, 2026 enterprise ### [Enterprise Value Assessment](https://maus.com/blog/enterprise-value-assessment) Learn what an enterprise value assessment is, how to calculate enterprise value, and how advisors use EV to compare companies, model exits, and guide... Shaun Savvy Dec 12, 2025 strategic planning ### [Planning Your Business Exit in 9 Strategic Steps](https://maus.com/blog/planning-your-business-exit-in-9-steps) Selling your business is a big event. To ensure the sale is a success, use the following 9 steps when planning your business exit. Chris Auman Dec 2, 2025 advisors ### [Enterprise Value vs Equity Value: Key Differences for Exit Planning Advisors](https://maus.com/blog/enterprise-value-vs-equity-value-key-differences-for-exit-planning-advisors) Understand Enterprise Value vs Equity Value, how debt & cash shift each, and what CEPA advisors must know to maximize owner exit outcomes. Shaun Savvy Dec 1, 2025 exit planning ### [Intangible Capital & Intangible Assets Explained](https://maus.com/blog/intangible-capital-intangible-assets-explained) Understand intangible assets vs. intangible capital and how the four capitals drive business value, transferability, and exit readiness. Shaun Savvy Nov 12, 2025 Maus Software ### [Maus Software Achieves SOC 2 Type II Compliance](https://maus.com/blog/maus-software-achieves-soc-2-type-ii-compliance) Maus Software Achieves SOC 2 Type II Compliance, Reinforcing Commitment to Data Security and Advisor Trust. Maus Software, the world’s leading Exit... admin Nov 12, 2025 exit planning ### [What Is Business Attractiveness? 7 Factors That Make Buyers Pay More](https://maus.com/blog/what-is-business-attractiveness-7-factors-that-make-buyers-pay-more) Discover the 7 factors that make your business more attractive to buyers — and how improving your business attractiveness can increase your... Shaun Savvy Oct 30, 2025 exit planning ### [Top 10 Business Exit Strategies in 2025–2026](https://maus.com/blog/top-10-business-exit-strategies-in-2025-2026) Discover the top 10 business exit strategies for 2025–2026. Learn how to sell the business, maximize profits, and achieve a successful transition. Shaun Savvy Sep 9, 2025 exit planning ### [15 Exit-Readiness Checks Every Owner Should Pass in 2025–2026](https://maus.com/blog/15-exit-readiness-checks-every-owner-should-pass-in-2025-2026) Use this 2025–2026 exit readiness checklist to align goals, strengthen reporting, and prepare your business for a smooth, profitable transition. Shaun Savvy Sep 4, 2025 [ 1 ](https://maus.com/blog/tag/exit-planning/page/1) [ 2 ](https://maus.com/blog/tag/exit-planning/page/2) [ 3 ](https://maus.com/blog/tag/exit-planning/page/3) ... [ 5 ](https://maus.com/blog/tag/exit-planning/page/5)