Buy-Side Advisory Services Business acquisitions

Buying a business is a complicated process even for the experienced buyer. Throughout the process you will likely face surprises and unforeseen challenges, and it is very important that you are fully equipped to handle each as it arises. Insufficient seller investigation, inadequate due diligence, misjudgments in negotiating tactics, and poor financial or business skills are just a few of the very costly mistakes made by buyers who go it alone.

Transact can assist you in all areas from start to finish. These include:

• Competitive market analysis
• Target (Seller) research and contact
• Assess target opportunities
• Maintain acquisition discipline
• Pricing / valuation
• Develop and assess deal structure
• Develop pro forma and financial models for combined operations
• Facilitate discussions/negotiations
• Introduce appropriate advisors as needed
• Assist in post-closing transition activities

We will be more than happy to sit down with you and discuss your objectives. If you are a first-time buyer, the informative articles below can provide you with frequently asked questions and other valuable information to guide you in your decisions in buying a business.

Helpful Information for Buyers

• Buyer Introduction
• Looking At The Numbers
• The Buying Process
• Is Buying Right For You
• Common Buyer Questions
• What To Look For