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Private Equity Exits: What Employees Should Know
The complexities of a PE exit can be scary for employees who are evaluating their job security during a business sale. What should you know? Read More
How Do I Evaluate Multiple Offers in a Business Sale?
Comparing multiple offers in a business sale is not always an apples to apples comparison. Consider buyer intent, complex provisions and, ultimately, your goals. Read More
Banker, Broker or Sell it Yourself: Choosing the Right Method to Sell Your Company
If you don’t know how to sell a small business, you may find resources and expertise in an investment banker or broker, but it can come at a cost. Read More
Seller Financing a Business: How to Strengthen Your Deal
Seller financing a business is an often necessary way to tap more buyers, increase sale price and ease capital gains taxes. Here’s how to get the best deal. Read More
An Intermediary to Lead the Process: Investment Banker or Business Broker?
The road to selling a business is winding. The right intermediary will guide you down the right path. Do you need a business broker or an investment banker? Read More
How to Find the Right Business Buyer for Your Company
What kind of business buyer should you approach to sell your business? Find out where to meet financial, strategic and operator buyers. Read More
The Purchase Agreement Essentials – Business Deal ‘Terms of Sale’
The terms of sale are the heart of the purchase and sale agreement. They define what is being purchased, how much it costs and how payment will be made. Read More
Purchase Agreement Essentials – Positive Covenants and Restrictive Covenants in M&A Transactions
Positive covenants and restrictive covenants in a Purchase Agreement protect the value of the Company for the Buyer but may be overlooked. Read More
A Tale of Competitive Bidding and Pre-emptive Bids
An owner selling his business gets 3 high pre-emptive bids. Should he take a deal or allow the competitive bidding process to continue? Read More
5 Management Responsibilities that Aid the Sales Process
Maintaining an honest dialogue with members of all management team positions during the negotiations can help lead to a successful outcome. Read More