Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MAY 24, 2024

By having the company’s financials vetted by a qualified accounting firm early in the process, you gain confidence in your numbers and assurance that they will be less open to scrutiny during negotiations. Credibility A QofE is considered more justifiable than accountant-prepared financials that are only reviewed or compiled.

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The Deal

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

General Atlantic LLC wealth platform Creative Planning LLC has inked another deal for an independent registered investment advisory firm in 2023, The Deal has learned. The firm is in negotiations with two other players at the moment and hopes to seal the deals by the end of the year, according to Mallouk. “We’re

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Sun Acquisitions

JANUARY 24, 2022

Two must-have professionals are an expert accountant and an experienced attorney. Because the LOI acts as a roadmap, a guide, a framework that sets the pace for future negotiation. It’s important for buyers to enter into these negotiations with a good M&A advisory team and a healthy dose of skepticism and flexibility.

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M&A Leadership Council

MARCH 25, 2024

As part of his strategy and transformation advisory work, Peet occasionally assists corporate clients with M&A. This covers the complete deal cycle from strategic rationale and business case creation through in-person negotiations, due diligence and deal closure, and on to post-merger management. Peet earned a B.Eng.

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Solganick & Co.

JANUARY 2, 2024

Negotiation Missteps : Poor negotiation tactics may result in unfavorable terms, leaving money on the table or causing long-term issues post-sale. Lack of Proper Advisement : Not using experienced M&A advisors (investment banker, legal, accounting, tax, etc.) About Solganick & Co. Solganick & Co.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Private equity consulting firms go beyond traditional advisory services by providing value-added services to their clients. Private equity consulting firms play a crucial role in the success of portfolio companies by providing specialized expertise and strategic guidance. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.)

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How2Exit

JULY 3, 2023

Kirk Michie, with his three decades of experience in finance and business advisory, has honed his expertise in mergers and acquisitions, making him well-suited to assist entrepreneurs in navigating these transactions. However, this can backfire if the information is used against them during the negotiation process.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MAY 7, 2024

They prepare a business valuation (which tells you what the company is worth), market your business to buyers, facilitate meetings between your management and the buyers’, negotiate with finalists, manage the rigorous due diligence process, and coordinate with the rest of your team.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

OCTOBER 31, 2023

It’s calculated as the difference between a company’s current assets (like accounts receivable and inventory) and its current liabilities (like accounts payable). This approach allows for more accurate accounting, as estimates are made at the time of closing.

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Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The Tesla board fell short on many – seemingly, all – levels: directors were not independent, their process was flawed in terms of timeline, negotiation etiquette, and a failure to conduct appropriate benchmarking, they did not fully inform their shareholders, and did not properly justify the scope of Musk’s staggering compensation.

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How2Exit

JULY 23, 2023

Ron Sponsor: Reconciled provides industry-leading virtual bookkeeping and accounting services for busy business owners and entrepreneurs across the US. Carvalho's own journey from working at Deloitte to starting his own M&A advisory firm and co-founding Divestopedia is a testament to the power of focus and specialization.

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Sica Fletcher

MARCH 26, 2024

Account-Based. The advisory team targets a single high-profile buyer on whom they focus their marketing efforts. However, an account-based transaction may be more common in the case of a regional buyer seeking to secure dominance in a local market. Your attorney, in particular, should take the lead on final negotiations.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

MARCH 22, 2023

Business owners may engage a professional firm, such as a corporate advisory firm, to perform a business valuation after triggering events such as: Your financial planner needs to understand the value of your business, especially if it represents a significant personal asset and a large percentage of your net worth.

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Cooley M&A

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Approval of gross-ups in connection with a transaction typically involves a prior negotiation with the buyer. Nevertheless, as gross-up arrangements are typically negotiated after the deal price is negotiated, we do not believe that these arrangements are impacting overall stockholder consideration.

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How2Exit

JULY 13, 2023

They stress the need to clearly communicate expectations from the beginning of negotiations, avoiding surprises later on. Sponsor: For all your accounting needs. It highlights a case where a broker added back the CEO's salary but failed to account for the fact that the CEO was also performing other roles within the company.

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How2Exit

JUNE 12, 2023

For example, they offer a start-to-finish plan that is targeted towards first-time buyers and provides comprehensive buy-side advisory services. Many small business owners do not have a background in finance and may not have the resources to hire a full-time accountant. or contract and need help with the due diligence process.

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Focus Investment Banking

MAY 20, 2024

Senior advisors play a key role in client relationship management, strategic advisory, market research, networking, team collaboration and risk management. The JML transaction is the latest in a long line of successful deals Bob has negotiated for clients throughout the years. That in turn drives consolidation.

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Sica Fletcher

APRIL 30, 2024

Revenue sees occasional use but is often rejected because it does not take the operating expenses required to keep an agency running into account, which can create unreliable valuations. About Sica | Fletcher: Sica | Fletcher is a strategic and financial advisory firm focused exclusively on the insurance industry.

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Sica Fletcher

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Typically firms specializing in this client type have a larger pool of clients in order to make up the difference with HNW accounts. The essential takeaway from these insights is that the 2024/2025 market will be a great time to sell an RIA, but sellers should be prepared for a lengthy deal process full of complex negotiations.

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Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Clients often pay lawyers, accountants, and consultants a retainer fee in order to retain their services. Investment Bankers M&A advisory is replete with examples of retainer fees. For an investment banker, this could range from due diligence, and financial modeling, to deal negotiations.

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Sica Fletcher

MAY 15, 2024

Ask an Advisor Not only will an experienced M&A advisor have a better idea of how your insurance agency will be valued, they can also help you negotiate an even better payout when you take it to market. About Sica | Fletcher: Sica | Fletcher is a strategic and financial advisory firm focused exclusively on the insurance industry.

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How2Exit

AUGUST 8, 2023

Ron rn rn Sponsor: rn rn Reconciled provides industry-leading virtual bookkeeping and accounting services for busy business owners and entrepreneurs across the US. rn In the podcast, Chelsea Mandel, the founder of Ascension Advisory, discusses her experience in the real estate and M&A space, particularly in sale-leasebacks.

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Sica Fletcher

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This is, of course, before any of the risks associated with the agency are taken into account. Risks When Selling an Insurance Agency Book of Business Once it’s been valued, marketed, and reviewed, the final steps in selling an insurance agency book of business are the final negotiations and closing. from a revenue-based sale and $9.8M

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Cooley M&A

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Negotiating a transaction can move quickly once key points are agreed – after all, each side is a “buyer” and “seller” and therefore many of the provisions in the definitive agreement, such as representations, warranties and covenants, are reciprocal. Delicate – key transaction execution issues 8.

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Sun Acquisitions

DECEMBER 29, 2021

It will act as the anchor, framework, and guide for all ensuing negotiations and due diligence procedures. By leveraging the skills and experience of your consultants you can spot bad deals quicker, negotiate with more confidence, and close at a price that you’re happy with. Due Diligence Best Practice #1 Begin with a clear LOI.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Many of the steps that can improve margin—such as raising your product pricing or negotiating better deals with suppliers—are not accomplished overnight, especially in some industries. However, even if there are opportunities to trim redundant functions like accounting or HR, a buyer might not pay for those synergies through a higher offer.

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How2Exit

MARCH 23, 2023

Joe Valli, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Quiet Light Brokerage, one of the leading online-focused M&A advisory firms in the world, has helped facilitate over a half billion in exits. This is a list of all the items that are used to fund the business, such as car leases, cell phone coverages, and Netflix accounts.

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GillAgency

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

As such, your accountant or CFO has to be part of the exit team. If you cannot divulge the sale to your CFO or accountant, consider hiring an external accountant. However, we strongly advice that you bring your current CFO or accountant into the team. 15.4.3 Do not feel uncomfortable to push back.

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Devensoft

AUGUST 22, 2023

Properly valuing a company involved in an M&A transaction allows stakeholders to make informed decisions and negotiate effectively. Investment Banking Tools: Investment banks and financial advisory firms often use proprietary software or tools tailored for enterprise valuation during M&A transactions.

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Sica Fletcher

MARCH 12, 2024

This valuation method provides a broader overview of how much an agency makes but does not account for how much it has to spend. This has been especially relevant over the last 18 months, with macroeconomic pressures making deals more difficult to negotiate. Want More Information on Insurance Agency Valuation?

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Software Equity Group

JUNE 27, 2023

As an advisory firm specializing in software M&A, we at Software Equity Group have seen this deal structure become more attractive for many sellers as they look for additional upside and hear stories of their peers who benefited from a similar strategy. This article is provided to you for informational purposes only.

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Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 4, 2024

Taking these into account usually ensures that the prompt/hypothesis is tested properly. Also, ascertain the transaction fees, such as legal and advisory costs, since they impact cash flows. It is like the cash available to the company for the next few years after accounting for operating expenses , financing costs , and reinvestments.

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Growth Business

MARCH 1, 2024

CMBOR data shows that, after a sharp fall in total UK buyout values in the six months following the vote in 2016, they doubled year-on-year in 2017 to account for 30 per cent of the European total, reflecting the continued importance of private equity to the UK’s mid-sized companies.

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Devensoft

AUGUST 24, 2023

Through financial synergy, organizations can access new funding sources, negotiate better terms with suppliers or customers, and optimize their capital structure. By centralizing operations, leveraging economies of scale, and negotiating better terms with suppliers, organizations can achieve significant cost savings.

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