1) The document provides advice on selling a business for maximum price, discussing reasons for selling, the best timing, valuation methods, finding buyers, and preparing the business and sale process.
2) Key points include that the best time to sell is when the business is performing well and prospects are bright, and that the only way to determine actual maximum value is by creating a competitive market through running a transaction process.
3) Valuation estimates can be made using earnings-based approaches like discounted cash flow analysis or capitalization of earnings ratios, and market-based approaches like comparable public company analysis, but the actual sale price depends on generating buyer interest and competition.