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Diving Deep into SME Acquisitions: Essential Insights, Strategies, and Success Secrets

How2Exit

E241: Diving Deep into SME Acquisitions: Essential Insights, Strategies, and Success Secrets - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Danny O'Neill : Danny O'Neill is a seasoned entrepreneur with a rich background in sales and marketing. Due Diligence : Importance of scrutinizing financials to avoid risky acquisitions.

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M&A Blog #12 – sell-side acquisition (preparation)

Francine Way

Regardless of the base reason(s), the current owners and management of a company looking for a new owner should seek to: Maximize return on investment for current owners. In an earlier M&A post, we have discussed how private companies’ accounting statements differ from public companies’. Who are the active acquirers?

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Methods and Examples on How to Value a Company

Lake Country Advisors

It’s integral to ensuring that the sale benefits all stakeholders and should be one of your priorities before advertising it to potential buyers. It’s a delicate balancing act, as inaccurate valuations have polarizing consequences. However, company valuation isn’t as simple as slapping a price on your business.

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M&A Blog #24 - Merger Relative Valuation

Francine Way

Any parts that don’t fit that should be sold off after acquisition I typically discussed the target’s financials next. A discussion of the target’s financials typically starts with the P/L or Income Statement, followed by the Balance Sheet, and then the Cash Flow Statement. The target’s known ownership structure.

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Top 10 Value Drivers for Managed Service Providers MSPs

How2Exit

As the founder/owner of a Managed Services Provider (MSP), it’s important to know the value drivers that should inspire your business strategies -- whether you plan to sell today or in the future. It’s the best starting point toward achieving an optimal net profit.

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Exit Planning Through an Investment Banker’s Lens

Focus Investment Banking

Owners need to focus on #3 so that when #1 and #2 align, the business is ready for acquisition. Corporate structure Whether youre a C-Corp or S-Corp can affect taxes at sale. Supplier Diversification If one supplier accounts for >40% of your sourcing, buyers become concerned, especially with risks like tariffs in 2025.

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The Verdict is In on the Sell Side: Business Valuation Basics

Successful Acquisitions

The Verdict is In on the Sell Side: Business Valuation Basics By Brian Goodhart Valuation is a fundamental aspect of the complex and intricate world of mergers and acquisitions. It’s a balance where numbers meet intuition, and neither aspect should be ignored.