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Term of the Week: Due Diligence
Due Diligence is the M&A version of “trust, but verify.”
Jason Giles
Apr 73 min read


Life After Selling Your Business: Finding Purpose Beyond the Deal
Selling your business is not the end—it’s the beginning of a new phase filled with opportunities, growth, and fulfillment
Jason Giles
Apr 43 min read


The Power of a Strong Network: Why Selling Your Business Alone is a Costly Mistake
Selling a business is one of the most significant financial transactions of your life—it’s not the time to cut corners.
Jason Giles
Apr 22 min read


Term of the Week: Letter of Intent (LOI)
An LOI is not just a formality—it’s a crucial step in the M&A process that sets the tone for the entire deal.
Jason Giles
Mar 312 min read


Term of the Week: Goodwill
Essentially, Goodwill is the secret sauce that makes your business worth more than the sum of its parts.
Jason Giles
Mar 301 min read


The Reward of a Well-Planned Exit: Selling Your Business the Right Way
Selling a business is more than a transaction—it’s the culmination of years of effort, vision, and leadership.
Jason Giles
Mar 283 min read


Understanding Business Valuation: What Every Business Owner Should Know
Business valuations involve multiple methods, each considering different aspects of a company's financials, assets, and market position.
Jason Giles
Mar 254 min read


Understanding Net Asset Value (NAV) in Business Valuation
NAV is particularly important in business sales, investment decisions, and financial planning.
Jason Giles
Mar 243 min read


Understanding Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) in Business Valuation
DCF answers the question: “How much is this business worth today based on the money it will generate in the future?”
Jason Giles
Mar 173 min read


The Role of Marketing in Business Valuation and the M&A Process
Marketing is not just an expense—it’s an asset that directly impacts a business’s valuation and attractiveness to buyers.
Jason Giles
Mar 133 min read


Timing Your Exit: When Is the Best Time to Sell Your Business?
Selling a business isn’t just about finding a buyer; it’s about selling under the right conditions....
Jason Giles
Mar 113 min read


Understanding Revenue Multiple in Business Valuation
Revenue multiples are especially useful in industries where earnings (profit) might fluctuate or where businesses operate on thin margins.
Jason Giles
Mar 102 min read


Understanding Organizational Charts and Their Importance in the M&A Process
During mergers and acquisitions, an Organizational Chart provides essential insights into a company’s internal structure.
Jason Giles
Mar 52 min read


EBITDA: What It Is and Why It Matters in Business Valuation
EWhen evaluating a business’s financial health, few metrics are as widely used as EBITDA , which stands for Earnings Before Interest,...
Jason Giles
Mar 33 min read


Spring Into Action: Seasonal Tasks for Selling a Business
Spring is all about new beginnings, making it the perfect time to prepare your business for its next chapter.
Jason Giles
Feb 273 min read


Seller Financing: Pros, Cons, and How It Can Help Close the Deal
Seller financing is an agreement in which the seller acts as the lender, providing a loan to the buyer to cover part of teh purchase price.
Jason Giles
Feb 253 min read


Think a CPA is Just Another Expense? Your Future Buyer Disagrees
"We can tell you firsthand: nothing scares away buyers faster than messy books or vague financial records."
Jason Giles
Feb 203 min read


Smooth Transitions: Ensuring Business Continuity for Employees and Clients
Selling a business is more than just a financial transaction—it’s a pivotal moment that impacts employees, clients, and the long-term...
Jason Giles
Feb 192 min read


Unleashing the Business MVP: Evaluating Your Organization's Effectiveness Through the Lens of an NFL Team
Success—whether in football or business—isn’t accidental. It’s the result of careful planning, strong leadership, and a solid foundation.
Jason Giles
Feb 103 min read


The Role of an M&A Expert in Maximizing Your Sale Price
When selling a business, achieving the highest possible sale price requires more than just finding a buyer—it demands strategy.
Jason Giles
Feb 72 min read

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