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8 Things you NEED to do before you sell your Business
Strategic Advisory, Exit Planning, Restructuring & Special Situations, Value Creation, Sell-side, Owner Considerations, M&A Education & Market, Corporate Divestitures
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....
Take Share to Regain Value
Sell-side, Owner Considerations, Exit Planning, Value Creation, M&A
Take Share to Regain Value The problem facing many businesses and owners is how to regain revenues and earnings in 2021 after a COVID-19 affected 2020. Those that figure this out will 'take share' (market share) and create significant value. After nearly a year...
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...
What’s Next?
M&A, Strategic Advisory, Restructuring & Special Situations, Value Creation
What's Next PPP / EIDL will save many, not enough for some. Many are getting debt or expense holidays which will likely end before rebound is in full swing for many. Cash is King. Many will forecast too optimistically on revenue returning to levels to sustain expense...
Business as “Unusual” – 5 Things To Survive the Next Quarter
Managing Risk, M&A, Owner Considerations, Growth Capital, Exit Planning, Restructuring & Special Situations, Value Creation, Industry Insights
1. Retention is the new growth. In a shrinking revenue environment, smart companies must ensure they keep their existing customers happy. Objectively, many companies do not have the time (or cash) to pursue new business which is a riskier pursuit than keeping your...
Should I Sell My Business Now, Or Hold Off A Few Years?
M&A, Sell-side, Owner Considerations, Strategic Advisory, Exit Planning, Restructuring & Special Situations, Value Creation
Many business owners struggle with whether to sell their business or hold on a bit longer. Their trepidation is rooted in their uncertainty over which option yields the most rewarding outcome. We often see this level of doubt creep in with business owners who have a...