The sale of a family business is not the end. Whilst, as far as the family are involved, it may be the end of that businesses' lifecycle, it often signifies a new chapter for the family themselves.
There are so many different options that are available to the family members, both as individuals but also as a collective. As we noted in our last article, the key is not to rush into making any decisions. Sometimes doing nothing but simply weighing up your options is the most constructive thing you can do.
However, as is often the case, dynamic families that have grown and managed a business are not ones to let the grass grow.