Death by a Thousand Cuts

Jan 24

If you're a founder contemplating selling your company, and a financial sponsor, like a private equity firm or fund reaches out to learn more about your business, beware endless requests from them in hopes of an offer...it's always distracting and rarely fruitful! Here's a 3 1/2-minute primer that will save you a lot of time and potentially make you a lot of $$!

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Selling Your Business, EBITDA, Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Exit planning, Negotiation

Unsolicited Offers: Protecting Your Business and Maximizing Value

Selling Your Business, EBITDA, Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Exit planning, Negotiation

Unsolicited Offers: Turn Unexpected Interest in Your Business Into Maximum Value – Learn How to Protect Your Company and Seize the Opportunity Wisely!

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Exploring AI in M&A: Enhancing Due Diligence and Deal Insights

Selling Your Business, EBITDA, Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Exit planning, Negotiation

From analyzing complex data to spotting red flags, AI tools make the M&A process faster, more accurate, and more transparent. Discover how leveraging AI can give you a competitive edge in your next transaction.

Selling Your Business, EBITDA, Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Exit planning, Negotiation

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Business Valuation: How to find out What Your Business is Worth

Selling Your Business, Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Terms, valuation

Learn why expensive valuation firms and public company comparisons may not provide an accurate estimate for your company, and discover how to consult with market participants like investment bankers and business brokers to get a realistic valuation.

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M&A Insight: Seller's Discretionary Earnings

Selling Your Business, Private Equity

Are you considering selling your business but unsure whether an asset purchase or a stock purchase is the right path for you? Understanding these options is critical, as they significantly impact both the financial outcome of the transaction and the responsibilities transferred to the buyer.

Selling Your Business, Private Equity

Selling Your Business, Investment Banker, Private Equity, Predatory Buyers, Business Buyer Types

Alert: Beware of Opportunistic Buyers

Selling Your Business, Investment Banker, Private Equity, Predatory Buyers, Business Buyer Types

As founders consider exiting their businesses, it's crucial to understand the landscape of potential buyers, which can broadly be categorized into strategic and financial types.

Selling Your Business, Investment Banker, Private Equity, Predatory Buyers, Business Buyer Types