Improved lending conditions and normalized interest rates have increased the availability of acquisition financing. Buyers who were sitting on the sidelines in 2023 and 2024 are actively pursuing opportunities today.
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How to Sell a Vacation Rental Management Company: What Buyers Really Pay For
No two vacation rental management companies are identical, which is why professional valuation guidance is critical before going to market.
A Tale of Two Markets: Navigating High Interest Rates in Florida M&A
If you’ve been reading national headlines or listening to general market commentary over the past year, you might think the small business M&A market has completely stalled. With SBA loan interest rates hovering in double-digit territory and capital costs significantly elevated compared to the sub-5% borrowing era, many business owners assume that selling right now […]
How Private Equity Looks Beyond EBITDA: The Importance of Free Cash Flow and Financial Consistency
One of the most common misconceptions among business owners preparing for a sale is that EBITDA alone determines valuation. While EBITDA is an important metric, sophisticated private equity investors and lenders view it as only the starting point in evaluating an acquisition opportunity. EBITDA is often described as a measure of operating profitability, but […]
What Should You Actually Expect to Get Below Asking? Close Price vs. List Price, By the Numbers
Buyers in this segment are also highly price-sensitive. They often compare numerous opportunities at once and aggressively negotiate terms, creating greater pressure on sellers to reduce their expectations.