Given the current state of markets, the most common inquiry we hear (not surprisingly) is, “Is now still a good time to sell”? Great question. Historically, the middle market has often been insulated from the volatility of the SMB and public markets, repeatedly...
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8 Things you NEED to do before you sell your Business
Sell-side, Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Corporate Divestitures, Strategic Advisory, Exit Planning, Restructuring & Special Situations, Value Creation
While we are surprised by the potential "deal killers" every time we execute the sale of a business, there are a few things that remain constant. Our job as Investment Bankers is to maximize your value in the market by finding the right fit between you and a buyer....
Merit Investment Bank M&A Axioms
M&A, Sell-side, Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market
Time and time again we see M&A Axioms coming into play for business owners. We hope this list helps you ask some timely questions of your organization and your investment banker as you contemplate liquidity options. Enjoy! Time kills all dealsIf you...
Hiring an Investment Bank That Specializes in M&A Improves Seller Outcomes, Here’s Why
Education, M&A, Sell-side, Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Exit Planning
Selling your company is a major life decision. Not only do you want to get the highest return possible, you want to ensure that the legacy you’ve built lives on after you sell. But many CEOs choose to navigate the sales process themselves rather than choosing help...
The M&A Trifecta: The Key Pieces You Must Have in Place To Sell Your Business
M&A Education & Market, Exit Planning, Value Creation, Education, M&A, Sell-side
The sell-side M&A process has many layers that require different tactical approaches depending on your business’s unique circumstances. In some ways, no two sales processes are exactly the same. The playing field is a little different with every transaction, so a...
Why ‘Now’ Is the Right Time To Sell Your Business
Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Education, M&A, Sell-side
Conventional wisdom suggests you should never attempt to “time the market” when making a plan to sell your business. Nevertheless, the preponderance of evidence suggests NOW is the best time to sell your company. M&A activity has remained very high in 2019 and...
What Is My Company Really Worth?
M&A, Sell-side, Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Business Valuation, Exit Planning, Education
Many businesses rely on simple techniques to estimate the value of their company. Business valuation firms use slightly more sophisticated methods such as discounted cash flow model, public market comparisons and other asset value methods. The numbers these methods...
What Should I Do to Prep?
Education, M&A, Sell-side, Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Strategic Advisory, Business Valuation, Exit Planning, Value Creation, Managing Risk
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Who is in Your Buyer Universe
Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Corporate Divestitures, Cross-Border M&A, Partial Liquidity Events, Restructuring & Special Situations, Education, M&A, Sell-side
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Types of Buyers
Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Cross-Border M&A, Management Buyouts, Partial Liquidity Events, Education, M&A, Sell-side, Buy-side
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The Process
Education, M&A, Sell-side, Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Exit Planning
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How to Choose an Investment Banker
Education, M&A, Sell-side, Buy-side, Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Exit Planning
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