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Why So Many Sellers Have Regret Following a Transaction
Business owners who sell their companies often end up regretting their transaction. PriceWaterhouseCoopers conducted a survey with business owners who had previously exited. The results of their survey proved that 12 months after selling, 3 out of 4 business owners surveyed “profoundly regretted” the decision to sell. This Wire delves into a major reason for…
The Two Most Critical Business Attributes When Selling A Company
To receive strong market interest from acquirers, financial results and momentum are critical when selling a company. Watch a video with Investment Banker Hagen Rogers discussing these key areas with a South Carolina businessman who recently sold his company. Are you interested in learning more about preparing your business for a sale? Contact Us to…
Trying To Raise Capital For Your Business Venture? It Pays To Know The Rules.
The business world is more competitive than ever. That’s especially true for entrepreneurs and privately owned businesses. Success depends on a number of factors, not the least of which is raising money and securing investors. What exactly is the best way to capitalize your business for desired growth and scale? On the subject of fundraising,…
Why Do Acquirers Fail In Capturing Roi With M&A?
Failure in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is pervasive. There are many contributing factors, but according to a survey conducted by Watermark Advisors, the three most common reasons for this are: (1) cultural issues leading to the loss of key people from the target, (2) overpaying for target, and (3) integration issues. Let’s take a closer…
Why Do Acquirers Overpay For Targets?
The challenge that acquirers have in being successful in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is significant. There are many contributing factors, but according to a survey conducted by Watermark Advisors, the three most common reasons for this are: (1) cultural issues leading to the loss of key people from the target, (2) integration issues, and (3)…
Are Business Valuations Actually Valuable?
According to the 2016 Private Markets Report published by Pepperdine University, over the past year, approximately 35% of deals terminated without transacting. The number one reason (40%) was that the buyer and seller could not agree on pricing.