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As you embark on the journey of selling your business, you will want to make sure you have the right people on your team. This starts with the investment banker / M&A advisor. This blog outlines the role that the investment banker will play as you navigate the process of selling your business.
As you embark on the journey of selling your business, you will want to make sure you have the right people on your team. This blog takes the opportunity to briefly describe the players and their roles.
Embarking on a Mergers & Acquisition (M&A) transaction is akin to going on a first date. Just as sparks fly between individuals, a similar chemistry and connection are essential between a buyer and seller in an M&A deal. However, navigating the complexities of M&A requires expert guidance. In this blog, we will explore the indicators of a spark between buyers and sellers during their initial encounter, and the invaluable role that advisors play in facilitating this process.
Determining the fair market value of a company is a complex process that requires a deep understanding of various quantitative and qualitative factors. Whether you are a business owner or an investor, this blog post will guide you through the essential concepts and methods used to assess the fair market value of a company.
Have you ever wondered if the sale of your business or the acquisition of a target’s business (including its goodwill) is subject to GST/HST? Well I asked Mona Tessier, Partner of Indirect Tax at Welch LLP and she said the “simple answer is yes, however, there is a special election that the seller and buyer can enact to avoid collecting/paying this tax”.
After weeks or months of discussions with targets about selling your business and following the entry into a non-binding letter of intent, a substantial (50–70 pages) definitive binding purchase agreement will be delivered to you. For many business owners, this may be the first time they have seen a purchase and sale agreement. Many will be overwhelmed by the sheer size of the document and its legalization.