OfficeHours

JUNE 6, 2023

Unlike venture capital, growth equity investments involve companies that are more established and have a track record of generating revenue and profitability. They may then negotiate with the company to restructure the debt, provide additional capital, or facilitate a turnaround.

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Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore a business broker’s indispensable role and highlight why you need their expertise when selling your business. Business owners are often emotionally attached to their ventures, making it difficult to remain objective during negotiations.

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Focus Investment Banking

MARCH 10, 2025

Shifting focus to profitable, reliable customers strengthens cash flowwhat buyers ultimately value. This target is negotiated and agreed upon, and the investment banking advisor will play a large role here. Set Fair Market Rent If you own the property, charge the business a market-rate rent to reflect true profitability.

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RKJ Partners

AUGUST 6, 2017

Business owners, and their senior management teams, often underestimate the importance of planning for a business sale, which, when coupled with unwarranted optimism around transaction readiness, can often result in value being left on the negotiation table.

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Viking Mergers & Acquisitions

MAY 25, 2023

Read more about our business valuation process in this blog post.) Your broker will review your company’s financial documents, market forecasts for your sector, and other items to provide an overall picture of your company’s health and profitability. Read more about why in this blog post.)

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Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore essential steps to help you complete the sale of your business. By presenting a well-organized and profitable business, you increase its appeal to potential buyers. Understanding the value of your business will help you set a realistic asking price and negotiate effectively with potential buyers.

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Sun Acquisitions

DECEMBER 14, 2023

To ensure a successful and profitable sale, several crucial considerations must be addressed before listing your business on the market. Showcase growth potential: Provide a well-researched growth strategy that outlines opportunities for expansion and increased profitability.

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OfficeHours

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The strategic buyer will profit from this transaction because their strengths may complement those of the target company, creating an even stronger company from the combination of the two. the secondary buyout described in more detail below).

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OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Occasionally, once a potential acquisition is identified, consultants help private equity firms structure investment deals by advising on optimal capital structures, negotiating terms and conditions, and evaluating potential exit strategies, while also sometimes providing valuation services to determine the fair value of target companies.

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 8, 2022

Internal Profit & Loss Statements (dating back two to three years). They are verifying the claims made in the initial negotiation stages. Disclaimer: Any information provided in this blog is not intended to replace legal, financial, or taxation advice given by qualified professionals. Seller’s Discretionary Earnings.

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Midaxo

APRIL 25, 2023

The rest of the blog consists almost entirely of questions and prompts that were posed to ChatGPT to obtain answers on how to create a company-specific M&A playbook. How to outline the process for negotiating deal terms and determining valuation? Fortunately, ChatGPT can make the process much easier.

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Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Enhance your business’s attractiveness to potential buyers by focusing on key value drivers such as revenue growth, profitability, customer retention, intellectual property, and operational efficiency. Be prepared to compromise on certain aspects while safeguarding non-negotiables.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 17, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the key steps to prepare your business for potential buyers in mergers and acquisitions. You need to understand how much your company is worth, which is essential for setting realistic expectations and negotiating with potential buyers.

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Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Attracting potential buyers is crucial to ensure a successful and profitable transaction. In this blog post, we will provide valuable insights into how to list your business for sale and attract potential buyers to maximize your chances of securing a favorable deal.

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Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Several factors contribute to this phenomenon: Profit Potential: Private equity firms are attracted to the tire industry due to its resilience and steady profitability. This fragmentation provides an opportunity for consolidation, which appeals to private equity firms looking to create economies of scale and maximize profits.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 10, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the key steps to prepare your business for potential buyers in mergers and acquisitions. You need to understand how much your company is worth, which is essential for setting realistic expectations and negotiating with potential buyers.

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Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Whatever your motivation for selling, we’re sure you want a seamless transition in which you walk away with a decent profit from the sale. Future profit margins. This way, you’ll be able to fully justify your asking price and walk away knowing that you negotiated from an informed point of view. Client base.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 24, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the key steps to prepare your business for potential buyers in mergers and acquisitions. You need to understand how much your company is worth, which is essential for setting realistic expectations and negotiating with potential buyers.

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 10, 2023

By combining resources, two companies can produce products or services more efficiently and effectively, leading to cost savings and increased profits. Considerations During Negotiation There are also some risks in entertaining a merger with a competitor that need to be discussed and managed before the discussions get too far along.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 26, 2024

This blog post delves into the intricacies of different financing models, shedding light on the associated risks and rewards. On the flip side, if the merger generates synergies and increased profitability, debt financing can yield substantial rewards, as debt is often lower than equity.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 19, 2023

“Investment bankers and leveraged buyout investors in the 1980’s adopted EBITDA as a tool for figuring out whether a company had a profitability needed to service the debt that would need to be taken on to buy the company.” But that made his net profit look bad. Buffett places great importance on how a company allocates its capital.

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Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The value will be calculated taking into consideration: Financial records: From balance sheets, and cash flow statements to your profit and loss statements, the valuation professional will study these to gauge the hotel’s financial health. Market trends: These will be weighed into the final valuation. Your broker can lead these discussions.

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Sun Acquisitions

JANUARY 17, 2023

As a seller, brokers have the expertise and experience to help you find potential buyers, negotiate terms of the sale, and handle all the various paperwork that’s involved. A shrewd business broker will be able to facilitate negotiations if a strategic buyer is identified. 3. Sell to a Financial Buyer. 4. Sell to your Employees.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 9, 2023

Motivations for TBC: Perhaps TBC's management gradually became less inclined towards company-owned stores, finding franchising to be a simpler and more profitable venture. Perhaps the company leaders and the board found franchising and distribution to be an easier and more profitable venture, or that they had their hand in too many verticals.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 17, 2023

It may also be worthwhile exploring opportunities for diversifying products/services that would enhance the overall value & appeal of an offering – such moves could even yield additional profit before going up for sale as well.

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Focus Investment Banking

JUNE 5, 2023

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can be a great way for businesses to expand their operations, enter new markets, and increase profitability. In M&A, working capital is often a significant area of negotiation between the buyer and the seller.

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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. Andrew Sternal, the owner, always operated his company profitability and the high level of buyer interest is a testament to his business acumen and attention to detail with his customers.”.

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 29, 2024

Negotiate favorable terms that align with your business’s cash flow and profitability. A well-thought-out growth strategy can enhance the business’s profitability and, consequently, your ability to meet the financing terms. This includes the interest rate, repayment schedule, and collateral or guarantees.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The buyer negotiates critical price reductions after finding issues in the internal financial statements. A QofE team will work with the seller to identify and verify expense adjustments to EBITDA, which often can boost a company’s profitability and in turn, support a higher valuation. The result?

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 22, 2023

Having expertise in the same field as yours can be incredibly valuable – they have already had success in similar markets, which gives them an upper hand in navigating trends & customer preferences in those segments & thus better positioning themselves for profitability & longevity post-merger & acquisition.

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Sun Acquisitions

MAY 15, 2023

Asset-based valuations focus on tangible assets like equipment, while income-based valuations measure profitability over time. Explore Different Valuation Methods: Several approaches are available when valuing a business, each of which yields different results depending on the situation.

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Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 25, 2022

You can negotiate to retain your salary and benefits throughout the transition. ESOP is mostly a profit-sharing strategy that gives employees the opportunity to become part-owners. Disclaimer: Any information provided in this blog is not intended to replace legal, financial, or taxation advice given by qualified professionals.

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Sun Acquisitions

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Some will even contest for equal standing with you and negotiate board positions where they have the power to vote. They have a say over profits and company ownership. Disclaimer: Any information provided in this blog is not intended to replace legal, financial, or taxation advice given by qualified professionals.

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Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 15, 2022

This in turn allows you to price correctly, negotiate confidently, and settle on a just amount. Knowing the current fair market value of the business also gives you leverage to improve its profitability before listing. Business valuation proves the company’s worth. You don’t want to leave money on the table after all.

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Focus Investment Banking

MAY 22, 2023

You’ve spent years, if not decades, building your firm and working in the trenches to maximize revenue and profits, and now you’re at an inflection point. Speaking to an experienced M&A CPA ahead of time can save headaches during the negotiation process and potentially millions in taxes owed.

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Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

These firms then acquire, grow, and eventually sell companies at a profit to generate returns. are all on the table to be negotiated. PE refers to a form of investment where institutional investors—such as pension funds, mutual funds, and insurance companies—as well as wealthy individuals, provide capital to PE firms.

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Lake Country Advisors

JUNE 20, 2024

In this blog, we will learn about the importance of due diligence and explore tips to do it right before your business sale. Buyers must know what they’re getting into and the hidden problems that may derail negotiations. This includes: Financial stability and profitability. Pending lawsuits or legal disputes.

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