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Comstock Brothers Electric Company, LLC has been acquired by The State Group Inc.
ABOUT THE DEAL: Comstock Brothers Electric Company, LLC has been acquired by The State Group Inc. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Comstock is a privately-owned, bonded and fully-licensed electrical contractor specializing in various types of power distribution, electrical construction, process controls, conveyors, package handling, automotive, design-build and electrical testing. Headquartered in Toronto, […]
Read MoreValue Proposition
The value of a company is in the eye of the buyer; therefore, sellers of lower middle market companies should position their businesses to drive the strategic value and attractiveness before a possible sale transaction. Enhancing the value of a company is an ongoing process, and sellers should begin preparing their company for sale 18 to 24 months before marketing […]
Read MoreCrystal Balls, Bubbles, Cycles, Roll-ups and Business Values
Recently, I was discussing with a good friend and long-time client the past financial successes of her company. Its continued annual growth in revenues, net income, and earnings before interest taxes depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) was extraordinary. Should she continue with the Company’s compounding growth and ride it to the glass ceiling of mid-size companies […]
Read MoreA Business Colonoscopy
The due diligence process in an M&A transaction involves a legal, financial, and operational review of all the seller’s documents, including contractual relationships, operating history, and organizational structure. Due diligence is a process and a test of the value proposition underlying the transaction to ensure that the seller’s company meets the expectations created before the […]
Read MoreExpress Waste Removal has been acquired by a Private Investment Group
ABOUT THE DEAL: Express Waste Removal and Recycling (also referred to as the “Company” and/or “Sellers”) has been acquired by a Private Investment Group (the “Buyers”). Headquartered in Ellettsville, Indiana, the Company has provided cost-effectivve, reliable waste collection for over a decade to individuals and businesses throughout Bloomington, Ellettsville, and various other parts of Monroe […]
Read MoreHire an M&A Advisor?
Upon engaging an M&A Advisor to sell their business, a seller can expect an Advisor to find a buyer for the business at the highest possible price with the most advantageous terms. An M&A Advisor would provide the following services to accomplish this goal: Provide the seller with a preliminary business valuation; confirming the expectations […]
Read MoreFirst Date
In Merger & Acquisition activity, the anticipation of the first meeting with a potential Buyer may be very intimidating for the Seller. The Seller must be relaxed, open, honest and friendly; however, the Seller must be prepared and rehearsed to answer several questions: Why are you selling? What are you going to do after the […]
Read More“BS Earnings”
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization, or EBITDA, is one indicator of a company’s financial performance, and is often used to calculate the earnings potential of a business. Earnings are measured in terms of the approximate cash flow of the business to the owner(s) before income taxes and interest expense. Eliminating the tax effects […]
Read MoreCashing Out!!
Sellers of middle market companies rarely receive all cash offers for their companies, and therefore, must compare multiple offers by weighing each component of consideration in accordance with its cash equivalency as a baseline. The two most common standards for weighing the components of consideration include: the time value of money and the probability of […]
Read MoreReverse LOI
Executing a Letter of Intent (LOI) constitutes a critical juncture in merger and acquisition (M&A) activity, so why is an LOI for the most part nonbinding? A seller simply cannot afford the distraction, time and expense involved in having multiple prospective buyers simultaneously reviewing the seller’s confidential documents and performing due diligence. The fact that […]
Read MorePedia Research, LLC has been acquired by Qualmedica Research, LLC
ABOUT THE DEAL: Pedia Research, LLC (also referred to as the “Company,” “Pedia,” or “Sellers”) has been acquired by Qualmedica Research, LLC (“Qualmedica” or the “Buyers”). Headquartered in Evansville, Indiana, Pedia is a focused team of health professionals that are dedicated solely to “Improving Health Through Research.” The Company’s team includes study coordinators, physicians, scientists, […]
Read MoreCommunicate To Close!!
Successful transactions of lower middle market businesses have open, honest communication between the buyers and sellers. Business owners tend to be the greatest resource for information concerning the day-to-day operations of their company, and this information is ‘mission critical’ for serious, qualified buyers. Therefore, sellers should not hesitate to disclose on the front-end of the […]
Read More“True-Up Payments” May Be Expensive
In merger & acquisition (M&A) transactions, the valuation and purchase price of a company normally assumes a going concern business which implies that the company will have an appropriate level of working capital to continue operations and support future growth. A purchase price adjustment is often used to assure both buyer and seller that a […]
Read MoreTransactions Structured for Success!
Transactions between buyers and sellers of middle market businesses are often complicated. Driven by opposing motivations and interests, both parties want the most advantageous deal for their side. Sellers must be sure to consider every offer, especially offers that are less than the asking price of their business. A “lesser” offer in hand will not […]
Read MoreShow Me the Cash in Private Company Stock
In company sell transactions, secured and unsecured promissory notes, public and private company stock, short and long term earn-outs, all consideration has to be measured to its equivalent value in cash. Equivalent cash measurements allow for the meaningful comparison of offers by Sellers, and it is necessary to enable Sellers to make rational and informed […]
Read MoreWhat’s a Rolodex?
Technology has disrupted nearly every sector of the economy, and there appears to be no slowing down or looking back from this trend. Due to the uniqueness of each deal, the numerous and varied complexities, and the amount of “hands-on” hours required to complete a transaction, the investment banking industry has proven to be a […]
Read MoreTeamwork Makes the Dreamwork!
Selling a middle market business is a multifaceted process that requires tremendous preparation, patience, and strategic positioning. With the uncertainty of capital markets, the unpredictability of prospective buyers, and a business to run, business owners will find themselves well-served by assembling an experienced M&A Team to manage and execute a formal sales process. At a […]
Read MoreDefine Your After- Sale Role?
When a buy/sale deal closes, many times the interests of the buyer and seller differ. Most sellers want to take all the consideration due to them immediately, and disappear. It is rare for a buyer to not want the seller to provide a seamless transition of the operations of the business just sold by remaining […]
Read MoreBrand Recognition Enhances Value?
Early orchestration of a strategy for your business’ brand will create additional value at the time your business is sold. A brand represents the face of the business; a unique and recognizable design, sign, symbol, or slogan employed to create an image that identifies a product and differentiates it from its competitors. Aside from generating […]
Read MoreDrive Value Through Operating Systems!
In addition to a knowledgeable and ambitious management team, developing innovative operating systems and procedures enhance the value of a business. Effective operating systems and procedures must be reliable, updated and maintained regularly, documented systematically, administered consistently, and adequate for growth of the business. Operating systems, or formalized business processes and procedures, are utilized most […]
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