We're back from #SXSW and wanted to share some useful scar tissue for those who haven't yet been through the M&A process. Differences between public company and private equity buyers might not be exactly what you'd think... give us a few minutes...might make you $Millions.
6 Secrets to Selling Your Business
Advisor fees are more standardized than most founders expect. Kirk breaks down typical percentages, minimums, retainers, and how fees scale by deal size.
The sale price doesn’t matter if taxes take a massive bite. Most founders don’t see this coming until it’s too late.
Five offers. Same headline price. Very different outcomes. This is how smart founders separate real money from wishful thinking.
Most founders accept earn-outs without realizing how rarely they actually pay out. Here’s why earn-outs look good on paper—and quietly kill real exit value.
This episode breaks it down clearly, so you know exactly where an LOI fits into the sale of your business and how to think about it before you ever sign one.
Advisor fees are more standardized than most founders expect. Kirk breaks down typical percentages, minimums, retainers, and how fees scale by deal size.
