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The 3 most common deal killers
Selling a Business, Sell-side, Strategic Advisory, Business Valuation, Exit Planning
The 3 Most Common Deal Killers Kirk Michie | Candor Advisors I once worked with a client who firmly believed his business was worth $80-$100 mm. No discounted cash flow analysis, no precedent transaction work, and nothing specific to comparable market feedback fueled...
the 3 step process for a successful Business transaction
Selling a Business, Sell-side, Strategic Advisory, Business Valuation, Value Creation
If you're thinking of selling your company, you should know what to expect before you begin. The process of selling a company isn't that complicated, but you'll want a proven team from start to finish to achieve the best outcome. Too many times, we hear of business...
Defending your equity value
Valuation, M&A, Strategic Advisory, Business Valuation, Exit Planning, Value Creation
Defending Your Equity Value - Key Steps to Realizing Maximum Value in Your Business In 1960, as he concluded a legendary career in baseball, Ted Williams stood in front of his locker at Fenway Park while mired in one of the few slumps of his career. He told a pack of...
10 ways to make your business more valuable – Part 2
Valuation, M&A, Sell-side, Business Valuation, Exit Planning, Selling a Business
10 Ways to Make Your Business More Valuable – Part 2 In case you missed it or have landed here, please see: https://meritinvestmentbank.com/business-valuation/10-ways-to-make-your-business-more-valuable/ If you are considering selling your company at some point in the...
10 ways to make your business more valuable – Part 1
Exit Planning, Valuation, M&A, Sell-side, Strategic Advisory, Business Valuation
10 Ways to Make Your Business More Valuable If you are considering selling your company in the future, you are likely wondering how much your company may be worth and what makes a business attractive to potential buyers. To help you understand those dynamics, my...
8 Things you NEED to do before you sell your Business
Restructuring & Special Situations, Value Creation, Sell-side, Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Corporate Divestitures, Strategic Advisory, Exit Planning
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....