M&A research and insights

The Best Company to Sell Your Business (by Industry and Deal Size)

The best company to sell your business isn't one-size-fits-all—it depends on your industry, deal size, and buyer universe. This guide matches you to the right intermediary for your specific situation.

Seller Notes in M&A: What They Are, How They Work, and What to Negotiate

A seller note lets you receive part of your sale proceeds as deferred, interest-bearing payments from the buyer. This guide explains how seller notes work, where they sit in the capital stack, and how to negotiate terms that protect your interests.

What Is a CIM in M&A? A Complete Guide for Sellers

A Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM) is the primary marketing document used to present your business to prospective buyers in an M&A transaction. Learn what goes into a CIM, where it fits in the sale process, and how a strong CIM can maximize your exit valuation.

Best Private Equity Deal Flow Software Platforms Compared

Purpose-built private equity deal flow software outperforms generic CRMs by covering the full investment lifecycle—from sourcing and pipeline tracking to due diligence and LP reporting. This guide compares the top platforms to help PE firms choose the right solution.

Top Middle Market Business Brokers for 2026

The middle market broker landscape is crowded and inconsistent. This guide ranks the top-performing firms for 2026 and shows you how to choose the right advisor for your deal size and goals.

Selling a Manufacturing Business: How to Value It and Maximize Your Multiple

Manufacturing businesses are valued on EBITDA multiples ranging from 2.6x to 16x depending on segment, supply chain, and buyer type. This guide explains how buyers assess value and what owners can do to command a premium before going to market.

How to Price a Business for Sale

Setting the right asking price is the most consequential decision in any business exit. This guide walks through the valuation methods buyers actually use—SDE, EBITDA multiples, DCF, and more—so you can arrive at a defensible number that holds up through negotiation.

How to Sell Your Healthcare Business

Selling a healthcare business involves more than finding a buyer—licensing transfers, payer contracts, HIPAA compliance, and valuation all shape your outcome. This guide walks owners through every stage of the process, from exit planning to closing.

How to Value and Sell a Landscaping Business

Selling a landscaping business requires knowing your true earnings-based value, understanding buyer types, and timing your exit strategically. This guide covers valuation methods, multiples, and the full sale process.

IT Services Business Valuation Multiples: What Sellers Need to Know

IT services businesses sell at a median of 10.4x EBITDA, but the range runs from 6.9x to 15.9x depending on size, subsector, and business quality. Here's what the data from 520 M&A transactions shows.

Healthcare Business Valuation: EBITDA Multiples & Key Value Drivers

Healthcare businesses trade at 4x–14x EBITDA depending on sub-sector, payer mix, and buyer type. This guide breaks down the valuation methods, multiples, and market dynamics you need to understand before selling.

Understanding Sell-Side Advisory Services for Small Business Owners

Sell-side advisory services help business owners maximize their sale price and navigate every stage of the M&A process. Learn when to engage an advisor, what they do, and how their expertise can mean millions more at closing.