iMerge Advisors

APRIL 10, 2025

Heres what to look for: Sector Specialization: Advisors who focus on SaaS, cloud, cybersecurity, or e-commerce understand the nuances of valuation, buyer behavior, and deal structuring in those verticals. Firms like iMerge Advisors specialize in software and internet businesses, providing hands-on guidance from valuation through closing.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

Heres what to look for: Sector Specialization: Advisors who focus on SaaS, cloud, cybersecurity, or e-commerce understand the nuances of valuation, buyer behavior, and deal structuring in those verticals. Firms like iMerge Advisors specialize in software and internet businesses, providing hands-on guidance from valuation through closing.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 15, 2025

If your product incorporates open-source components especially if youve fine-tuned or modified them its critical to understand the licensing implications and how they may affect your valuation, deal structure, or even deal viability. Breaches can trigger indemnification or escrow claims.

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Solganick & Co.

JANUARY 22, 2025

Solganick Technology Services M&A Update- Q4 2024 and 2025 Outlook Final January 23, 2025 – Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA – Solganick has published its latest mergers and acquisitions (M&A) update on the Technology Services sector. AI will fuel an increase in IT services M&A for the next several years.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 13, 2025

Final Thoughts Choosing between an asset sale and a stock sale is not just a legal formality its a strategic decision that can materially impact valuation, taxes, and deal certainty. appeared first on Transforming Tech: The Premier M&A Advisory Firm for Software and Technology Businesses.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

A Strategic Guide to Valuation For software founders and CEOs, few questions carry more weight than: What is my software company worth? Whether you're contemplating a full exit, raising growth capital, or simply planning ahead, understanding your companys valuation is foundational to making informed strategic decisions.

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Solganick & Co.

JUNE 2, 2024

It covers the latest M&A transactions, provides a data analytics market map, updates on industry size and growth data, and publicly traded companies and valuations in the sector. Source: Edge Delta You can access the full report here: Solganick Data Analytics Update 1H 2024 final About Solganick & Co.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

In this article, well unpack the key valuation drivers, explore current market multiples, and offer practical steps to help you assess and enhance the value of your software business. Understanding the Core Valuation Framework At its core, the valuation of a software company is typically based on a multiple of earnings or revenue.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 8, 2025

Your answers will shape the deal structure, buyer pool, and valuation expectations. As we noted in EBITDA Multiples for SaaS Companies , valuation trends fluctuate with investor sentiment, interest rates, and sector performance. These are critical for SaaS valuations. Often used to bridge valuation gaps. Or exit entirely?

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 11, 2025

But with the right preparation and advisory support, the timeline can be managed strategically to align with your goals whether thats maximizing valuation, minimizing disruption, or closing before year-end. Valuation Alignment Misalignment on valuation expectations is one of the most common causes of deal delays or failures.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 8, 2025

Whether you're responding to inbound interest, planning a strategic exit, or exploring liquidity options, the process requires careful orchestration from valuation and positioning to buyer outreach and deal structuring. A well-prepared company signals professionalism and reduces perceived risk both of which drive valuation.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 8, 2025

Are you optimizing for valuation, cultural fit, or speed? This allows time to optimize financials, clean up operations, and position the business for premium valuation. Understand What Your Company Is Worth Valuation is both art and science. Do you want to stay on post-sale or transition out quickly? Timing also matters.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

But in nearly all cases, the quality and clarity of your financial documentation will directly impact valuation, deal structure, and buyer confidence. A well-documented EBITDA bridge can materially impact valuation. Its a strategic investment that can pay dividends in both valuation and deal certainty.

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Sica Fletcher

JULY 31, 2024

With such a high level of competition, they face the double-edged sword of higher overall valuations vs. a relatively smaller initial payout as equity becomes an increasingly larger percentage of buyer offers. This has led to very high valuation multiples (~11.5x When selecting an advisor, consider the following: Reputation.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

Pre-LOI (Letter of Intent): Keep It Confidential During early-stage discussions exploratory calls, data room prep, or initial valuation modeling its generally best to limit knowledge of the process to a small, need-to-know circle. This typically includes the CEO, CFO, and perhaps a trusted legal or corporate development advisor.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 10, 2025

This article outlines the key regulatory hurdles in cross-border M&A for tech companies, with a focus on how they impact deal structuring, valuation, and execution timelines. These restrictions can affect not only deal feasibility but also valuation. Similarly, a Chinese buyer may be blocked from acquiring a U.S.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 10, 2025

Are you optimizing for valuation, cultural fit, speed, or long-term legacy? This allows you to gather feedback, benchmark valuation expectations, and prepare your business for a future exit. appeared first on Transforming Tech: The Premier M&A Advisory Firm for Software and Technology Businesses. Strategic buyers (e.g.,

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

Yet, many founders and CEOs underestimate just how central IP clarity is to valuation, buyer confidence, and deal execution. Similarly, revenue-sharing or white-label agreements may give third parties partial rights to your IP, which can complicate valuation and post-acquisition integration.

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Solganick & Co.

APRIL 24, 2024

Here are the highlights of the report: Transaction volume and valuation multiples for technology services companies has remained solid during the first quarter of 2024, continuing to exceed pre-pandemic levels in aggregate.

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Sica Fletcher

JULY 23, 2024

Because the current administration is keeping this option on the table in the proposed 2025 budget , it’s entirely possible that we may see a similar surge in deal volume as brokerage owners attempt to sell their businesses before any new laws are enacted. Talk To An Advisor We acknowledge our bias on this one, but the research doesn’t lie.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

Earn-Out Agreements and Performance-Based Payouts Earn-outswhere a portion of the purchase price is contingent on future performanceare common in software and SaaS transactions, especially when valuation gaps exist. appeared first on Transforming Tech: The Premier M&A Advisory Firm for Software and Technology Businesses.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

In fact, as we noted in Completing Due Diligence Before the LOI , early preparation not only accelerates closing but can also increase buyer confidence and valuation. Founders navigating valuation or deal structuring decisions can benefit from iMerges experience in software and tech exits reach out for guidance tailored to your situation.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

Key negotiation points include: How deferred revenue is treated in working capital Whether it reduces the purchase price or is excluded from NWC How revenue recognition policies align with GAAP or buyer standards Misalignment here can lead to double-counting or undercounting revenue, which may trigger last-minute valuation disputes.

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Solganick & Co.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Download the complete report here: Solganick Technology Services M&A Update Q3 2024 Here are the highlights: Transaction volume and valuation multiples for technology services companies has remained solid during the third quarter of 2024, continuing to exceed pre-pandemic levels in aggregate. For more information please contact us.

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JD Supra: Mergers

MARCH 7, 2025

The UKs Financial Conduct Authority ("FCA") has published findings from its multi-firm review of valuation processes for private market assets.

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Align Business Advisory Services

APRIL 15, 2025

In a recent episode of the Orlando Business Journal podcast, Editor-in-Chief Richard Bilbao sits down with Align Business Advisory Services Founder & CEO Dena Jalbert to unpack the key trends shaping the market in 2025. From the impact of AI and automation on business valuation to.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MARCH 31, 2025

As we begin 2025, we are reflecting on the momentum built over the past year. New Team Members In Q1 2025, we welcomed Christopher Oven to our Corporate Advisory team as Managing Director, bringing extensive experience in M&A and strategic advisory. Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we continue making a difference.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

Summary of: What Buyers Are Looking for in AI and SaaS Company Acquisitions in 2025 As we move deeper into 2025, the M&A landscape for AI and SaaS companies continues to evolve shaped by macroeconomic pressures, shifting capital markets, and the accelerating integration of artificial intelligence across enterprise software.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 9, 2025

Understanding the Valuation Process For software founders and CEOs, few questions carry more weight than: What is my company worth? Whether you're considering a strategic exit, raising growth capital, or simply planning for the future, understanding your companys valuation is essential. Summary of: What Is My Software Company Worth?

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 15, 2025

But make no mistake: this is a diligence item that can materially impact deal certainty and valuation. Proactive IP Hygiene Increases Valuation At iMerge, weve seen firsthand how early legal cleanup can increase deal confidence and reduce friction. Heres a step-by-step approach: 1.

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 18, 2025

Chicago, IL March 12, 2025 Sun Acquisitions, a prominent mergers and acquisitions advisory group, has facilitated the transfer of ownership of EcoGuard Pest Control to Goodeill Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Pest Control Consultants.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 13, 2025

Unlike a standard audit, which focuses on compliance with accounting standards, a QoE report digs into the economic reality behind the numbers isolating recurring revenue, normalizing EBITDA, and identifying risks or anomalies that could impact valuation. Supports a Higher Valuation Buyers pay for confidence. Heres why: 1.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 13, 2025

This article explores the revenue composition that attracts premium valuations and how to optimize your business model accordingly. Why Revenue Mix Matters in SaaS Valuation Buyerswhether private equity firms, strategic acquirers, or public market investorsare increasingly sophisticated in how they assess SaaS businesses.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 13, 2025

In software M&A, earn-outs are often the bridge between a sellers valuation expectations and a buyers risk tolerance. This structure can help close valuation gaps while giving the buyer downside protection. appeared first on Transforming Tech: The Premier M&A Advisory Firm for Software and Technology Businesses.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 13, 2025

Done well, it can increase valuation, expand the buyer pool, and smooth post-close integration. As weve seen in numerous transactions at iMerge Advisors , buyers will often discount valuation or structure earn-outs to hedge against this risk. Consulting agreements: Retaining the founder in an advisory role for a defined period.

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 12, 2025

Its not just about maximizing valuation its about structuring a deal that reflects the companys true potential, protects your interests, and sets the stage for long-term success, whether for you, your team, or your product. Document key metrics like CAC, LTV, NRR, and churn (see SaaS Key Performance Metrics and Valuation Multiples ).

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iMerge Advisors

APRIL 13, 2025

Founders navigating valuation or deal structuring decisions can benefit from iMerges experience in software and tech exits reach out for guidance tailored to your situation. appeared first on Transforming Tech: The Premier M&A Advisory Firm for Software and Technology Businesses.

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