From your first inquiry to close and beyond — every step, every timeline, every ask. If something's still unclear after reading this, just email us.
Fill out the seller form. We ask for the basics: business type, revenue, SDE, years operating, reason for selling, and rough timeline. Takes about five minutes.
No NDA to start. No broker required. You don't need a CIM or a polished deck — just answer the questions honestly and we'll take it from there.
A real person reads your submission. We're not running it through a scoring algorithm — we're deciding if your business sounds like something we'd want to own and operate for a long time.
If it fits, we'll reply with a request to schedule a call. If it doesn't fit, we'll tell you why — not ghost you. We've been on the receiving end of ghosting and it's disrespectful.
Thirty to forty-five minutes. We want to understand the business from the inside — how it actually runs, what makes it work, what keeps you up at night, why now. You'll want to understand who we are and how we operate post-acquisition.
No pitch, no hard sell from either side. The goal is mutual: we're trying to figure out if this is worth going deeper on, and so are you.
If we're aligned after the discovery call, we'll issue a soft LOI — a non-binding document with our proposed valuation, deal structure, and key terms. We move here in days, not weeks.
Our valuation methodology: we value businesses on a multiple of SDE (Seller's Discretionary Earnings). Multiples vary by vertical, growth trajectory, and transferability. We don't lowball to retrade later — the LOI number is what we intend to pay.
We dig into the business thoroughly. The goal isn't to find problems and retrade — it's to understand what we're buying so we can operate it confidently on day one. We share findings as we go, not as a last-minute renegotiation tactic.
We'll need access to your financials, contracts, and team. We handle everything with discretion. Most of our requests come in a structured data room — we use a shared folder, not back-and-forth email.
Purchase agreement, wire, handoff. We aim to close within 30–45 days of LOI for straightforward deals. Asset purchases are typically faster than stock purchases. Complex structures, earn-outs, or multi-entity situations can take longer — we'll be transparent about timeline upfront.
We ask that sellers stay on as an advisor for 60–90 days post-close. Not as an employee, not as management — as a knowledge resource. We'll have questions. Customers will want to hear your voice. The team will appreciate continuity.
After the transition period, most sellers step away entirely. Some choose to stay involved in an advisory capacity because they like what we're building. Both outcomes are fine — we don't lock people in or push people out.
This is the full list. Nothing hidden, nothing sprung on you at the last minute. Having these organized before we start saves time for everyone.
Will you fire my team?
No. The team is the business. The institutional knowledge, customer relationships, and operational continuity all live with the people who built this with you. We don't come in with a headcount reduction plan. If anything, we look for ways to relieve pressure on the team — by automating the repetitive work so they can focus on what they're actually good at.
Will you keep the business name?
Yes. We don't rebrand things that work. Customers chose you for a reason — the name, the reputation, the trust. Changing it destroys value. We operate businesses under their existing identity. We're the owner behind the curtain, not the face on the marquee.
How do you value the business?
We value on a multiple of SDE (Seller's Discretionary Earnings — net income plus owner's compensation and add-backs). Multiples typically range from 2.5× to 5× depending on the vertical, revenue quality, growth trend, and how dependent the business is on you personally. We'll show our math. No black box.
What if I change my mind during the process?
You can walk away. Until you sign a purchase agreement, nothing is binding. We take the LOI exclusivity period seriously — we'll expect you to pause other conversations during that window — but if your circumstances change or the deal stops making sense, you're free to say no. We'd rather you be honest about that than close a deal you'll regret.
Do I need a broker?
No. We work directly with sellers and with brokers — your call. If you have a broker you trust, bring them. If you don't, working directly with us saves you the commission (typically 10–12% of the deal). We're experienced buyers; we don't take advantage of sellers who come without representation.
How do you fund acquisitions?
We are not dependent on bank financing. We close with our own capital, which means no lender approval delays, no SBA timelines, and no surprise retrading at the last minute because financing fell through. What we agree to in the LOI is what we pay at close.
What happens to my customers after you buy the business?
They get better service. Customers rarely notice an ownership change because we don't disrupt what's working. The team stays, the product stays, the brand stays. The only changes are the ones that make operations smoother — usually behind the scenes. We tell customers about the change in a way you and we agree on together.
Will you ever sell the business after buying it?
We hold forever. We're not building a portfolio to flip to a larger PE roll-up in five years. We have no exit pressure, no fund timeline, no LPs demanding liquidity. Businesses we buy stay in our portfolio indefinitely. That's a feature, not a marketing claim — it means we're not making short-term decisions that undermine long-term value.
Reach out directly or fill out the seller form. We'll get back to you within two business days — no commitment, no broker required.