Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 8, 2022

Matt is a senior advisor with Sun Acquisitions with significant deal making and negotiation experience. Sun Acquisitions has successfully managed and handled over 400 transactions across all industries and is recognized as a leading M&A advisory firm in the Midwest.

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Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Consider seeking the expertise of professionals such as business appraisers, business brokers or investment bankers to determine a realistic valuation range. This knowledge will empower you during negotiations and help set expectations for a fair deal. Prioritize your goals and be prepared to compromise on non-essential aspects.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 28, 2022

He has the unique perspective of being both the seller and the buyer, which provides valuable insight into the complexities and process of negotiations required to successfully complete business transactions. Mike will bring his real-life experiences to the firm and to his own future transactions.

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Viking Mergers & Acquisitions

MAY 18, 2023

To conduct a valuation, a broker or M&A advisor will examine your e-commerce business’s financial documents, such as your balance sheet and tax records, to determine the company’s book value, sale value, enterprise value, or other measures of worth. Look for a broker with a strong record of well-negotiated and profitable sales.

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Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 13, 2024

Seek the assistance of financial experts to ensure an accurate and realistic valuation, which will play a pivotal role in negotiations with potential buyers. Step 3: Assemble a Strong Advisory Team Navigating the intricacies of a business sale requires expertise in various fields, including legal, financial, and strategic planning.

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Lake Country Advisors

AUGUST 7, 2023

In this regard, engaging with professional business brokers like Lake Country Advisors can comprehensively evaluate your business performance. Our team of experienced brokers can ensure a detailed and objective assessment, highlighting your strengths and identifying areas for improvement.

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Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 11, 2024

Strategic Preparation: Lay the Foundation for Success A profitable business sale begins long before the negotiations start. Valuation Expertise: Know Your Worth Understanding the actual value of your business is crucial in negotiations. This preserves the company’s integrity and enhances its perceived value during negotiations.

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Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 15, 2023

After targets are identified and screened, Sun Acquisition provides advisory services including valuation, drafting and negotiating offer letters, and due diligence support. Sun Acquisitions has successfully managed and handled engagements across all industries and is recognized as a leading M&A advisory firm in the Midwest.

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Sun Acquisitions

JULY 31, 2024

The Sun Acquisitions team, led by Domenic Rinaldi and Kevin Collins, are the elite brokers in the industry”, stated Valerie Whitlow (Owner of Chain O’Lakes Transportation. They are extremely dedicated and focused, and proved to be amazing negotiators while always having my best interests at heart”.

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Sica Fletcher

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Every year, numerous insurance agency and broker principals attempt to sell their companies by being " Serial Daters". They are contacted by a potential buyer or solicited by someone who has sold their agency and try to negotiate with one buyer at a time. This is generally a very big mistake.

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Sun Acquisitions

JANUARY 24, 2022

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. It might seem tedious but the more detailed the LOI the better for everyone involved.

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Sun Acquisitions

JULY 10, 2024

. “The Sun Acquisitions team, led by Domenic Rinaldi and Kevin Collins, are the elite brokers in the industry”, stated Valerie Whitlow, Owner of Chain O’Lakes Transportation. “They are extremely dedicated and focused, and proved to be amazing negotiators while always having my best interests at heart.”

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Sica Fletcher

APRIL 2, 2024

As the points above suggest, the other factor at play here is size: while smaller agencies and brokers saw steady deal volume despite lower valuations caused by rising interest rates, larger insurance companies did see a significant drop in deal volume over the last 18 months. Agency vs. Company: Which Is The Better Insurance M&A Deal?

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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. There are many brokers out there who may be more interested in getting a listing fee than helping the entrepreneur maximize their value.

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Lake Country Advisors

MAY 20, 2024

From business valuation to negotiations, the top M&A advisors guarantee smooth transactions and negotiations that favor your objectives. These professionals can help you win where you once failed with the help of their industry acumen and solid negotiation skills. Facilitating negotiations. Coordinating due diligence.

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Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Whatever your motives for giving up part ownership in your company, there are things M&A brokers want you to be aware of. Some will even contest for equal standing with you and negotiate board positions where they have the power to vote. Furthermore, a broker will be able to help you solicit interest from various avenues.

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Sun Acquisitions

JANUARY 10, 2022

Toby has over 35 years of experience in originating, structuring and negotiating business purchase and sale transactions. Sun Acquisitions has successfully managed and handled over 400 transactions across all industries and is recognized as a leading M&A advisory firm in the Midwest.

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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. The hosts also note that brokers can add an additional layer of complexity to the buying process. They also offer due diligence services for those who are already under L.O.I.

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Sica Fletcher

MARCH 26, 2024

The best approach is to work with a professional company that offers these services, which can take any form, from small business brokers to large investment banks, depending on the agency size. The advisory team targets a single high-profile buyer on whom they focus their marketing efforts. Valuation is a process in and of itself.

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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. The transcript also criticizes business brokers who fail to accurately assess the value of a business. Therefore, the net profit of $200,000 should be the basis for valuation.

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Sica Fletcher

MARCH 10, 2020

The issue with this is that the valuation of insurance brokers is invariably calculated as Pro Forma EBITDA multiplied by the EBITDA multiple. As of today, there are at least 30 private equity sponsored brokers who are actively searching for acquisitions, plus other strategic players. We look forward to partnering with you!

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GillAgency

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

It is written in a way that will help you, in case you decide to go about the process without a business broker. You are always welcome to call us or talk to any business broker about the state of the business world. As such, you should hire a consultant or a business broker to help you with setting up your marketing package.

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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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Sica Fletcher

JUNE 20, 2024

2024 Insurance Broker M&A Market Overview For the first time, M&A acquirers are purchasing insurance brokerages at a loss in favor of possible long-term gains. About Sica | Fletcher: Sica | Fletcher is a strategic and financial advisory firm focused exclusively on the insurance industry.

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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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