One of the most common value leaks I see when business owners go to market isn’t revenue, margins, or even industry conditions—it’s owner dependence. Owners often believe their deep involvement is a strength. Buyers and lenders see it differently. To them, owner dependence represents execution risk, transition risk, and earnings risk. And risk is always […]
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Timing Your Exit: Why Readiness Matters More Than the Market
Many business owners assume timing an exit is about watching the market—interest rates, buyer demand, or headlines about deal activity. In reality, the biggest determinant of a successful sale is not the market at all. These things matter of course but this is not a binary thing of you do x and get y. There is a far more heady issue at hand.
The M&A Market’s 2025 Rollercoaster — and Why 2026 Is Shaping Up for a Rebound
If 2025 felt like a confusing year for mergers and acquisitions, you’re not alone. The market sent mixed signals: deal volume slowed, uncertainty rose, yet valuations remained surprisingly resilient. For business owners considering a sale—and buyers waiting on the sidelines—understanding what actually happened in 2025 is key to positioning correctly for what’s coming next. Here’s […]
The Essential Guide to Buying & Selling an Accounting Practice
Seller notes help bridge valuation gaps, demonstrate seller confidence, and improve deal certainty. From a seller’s perspective, strong firms with clean operations often command more favorable terms and shorter note periods.
Selling Your Restaurant? Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
Even in a strong market, restaurant sales take time—often months. Waiting until rent, loan payments, or cash reserves are gone leaves little room for buyers or financing. Here are three warning signs you waited too long—and what to do about it.