1. Not knowing what the business should sell for One of the most costly errors a business owner can make is not knowing the approximate price of his or her business prior to entering the selling process. Although the marketplace ultimately determines the final price, an owner needs to know what the approximate price his…
AM&AA brings back the world of middle-market mergers and acquisitions live and in-person this summer in Dallas, Texas! Network with hundreds of decision-makers, including M&A advisors, capital providers, and investment bankers. Whether you’re on the buy or sell side, you won’t want to miss this must-attend industry event that will yield new deal connections and results.
If you are even thinking about selling your business, it’s important to know the questions that buyers generally want answers to. For example, the first question almost always asked by buyers is: If this is such a good business why is it for sale? How you answer this question can make or break a sale.…
This week’s M&A Access features Michael C. Gillette, Shareholder for Polsinelli. Gillette describes fraud carveouts in the context of M&A transaction documents and why sellers should pay attention to them. He also shares some steps that sellers can take to minimize the risk of post-closing fraud claims by buyers.
When the owner of a business makes the decision to sell, he or she is taking a giant step that involves the emotions as well as the marketplace, each with its own set of complexities. Those sellers who are tempted to undertake the transaction on their own should understand both the process and the emotional…
This week’s M&A Access features Bill McCalpin, CEO and Founder for DealWare Inc. McCalpin addresses the findings and analysis of the “2021 Q2 M&A Market Survey” from April through May. He will concentrate on the current level of deal activity, what industry sectors are the most active relative to the last six months, and much…
