As a business owner, there are many reasons why you might be looking to sell your business. One reason may be that you’ve reached the end of your career and are searching to secure your company’s legacy and set your employees up for future success. Another could be that you’ve grown the business as far […]
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Selling your business is no simple matter. One of the key elements of any deal is the due diligence process, which requires large amounts of paperwork as the buyer and seller seek to understand the ins and outs of their respective businesses. Years ago, due diligence used to take place in a secure physical room […]
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The M&A deal market is shaping up to be strong in 2025. We are past the election-year uncertainty of 2024, the Federal Reserve is poised to continue its rate-cutting cycle, and deregulatory policy looks like it could be on the horizon. What does that mean for a business owner looking to sell? The M&A market […]
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Building a successful business requires a team approach. Navigating a sale is no different. While the process of a sale can seem daunting — possibly even more challenging than running the business itself — a strong team can make your M&A transaction feel easier and ultimately more effective. At Symmetrical, we’ve acted as trusted consultants […]
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A business acquisition might not seem like much more than a mathematical equation. Perform a cash flow analysis, review comparable businesses, project future earnings — eventually, you wind up with the magical number that is a business’ value. While these numbers are certainly important, they don’t tell the full story. Whether it’s brand recognition, employee […]
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Selling your business is a major decision, and once you’re ready to take the plunge, it can be tempting to dive into a deal as fast as possible. But timing is everything in M&A. Maximizing your business’ value has as much to do with when you sell as it does your corporate fundamentals. The Symmetrical […]
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A brave new world is upon us in the M&A field. Artificial intelligence is already starting to change the way firms conduct transactions. While AI can be a boost to companies looking to sell, it also requires knowledge to harness the power of this technology. The Symmetrical team is constantly evaluating changes to the M&A […]
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Now that we know the result of the 2024 election, we can start to look ahead to what the economy might look like next year and beyond. While a Kamala Harris presidency would have likely meant higher business taxes, most observers believe a Trump presidency will extend the provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs […]
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They say not to judge a book by its cover. Well, when it comes to M&A, the truth is that buyers often make snap judgments based on a business’ executive summary. Why is an executive summary essential for finding the right buyer, and what goes into crafting an effective one? At Symmetrical, our team works […]
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The decision to sell your business isn’t just a transaction; it’s also a complicated legal equation. From navigating NDAs to performing due diligence to determining the structure of a deal, a solid legal strategy is the foundation upon which a successful M&A transaction rests. At Symmetrical, we know how to help business owners navigate the […]
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