Preparing your business for sale means making it transferable and diligence-ready before you go to market. The two timelines, the value drivers buyers actually pay for, and what an objective pre-market valuation reveals.
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With 74% of business owners planning to exit (Gallup, 2024), you often spot the trigger first. Six clear signs it is time to refer a client to an M&A advisor.
What your business is worth depends on why you’re asking. The Calculation vs Valuation Engagement distinction, the NACVA framework, and live 2026 LMM multiples.
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When preparing your facility for a sale, the timeline and approach will depend on whether you’re actively courting a buyer or planning for an eventual sale. The steps you take today can make a significant difference in presenting your business in the best light possible and avoiding pitfalls that could derail the sale process. Immediate
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A Letter of Intent (LOI) is a document commonly used in larger business transactions, typically falling within the upper Main Street or lower Middle Market. For business owners considering selling or acquiring a company, understanding what an LOI entails is crucial. At its core, an LOI signifies a meeting of the minds on the broad
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When it comes to selling your business, one secret can change the entire dynamic of the negotiation: having more than one buyer. It sounds simple, but this single strategy can make the difference between a smooth, lucrative deal and a drawn-out process where you’re at a disadvantage. Why Multiple Buyers Are Critical If you’re working
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Value acceleration is a strategic process aimed at systematically increasing the overall worth of a business. For many business owners, understanding how to enhance the value of their company is critical, especially when preparing for a potential sale or seeking to improve operational efficiency. At Duran Advisors, we specialize in guiding business owners through this
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One of the most challenging decisions a business owner will face when preparing to sell is deciding when to inform their employees. It’s a delicate matter—one that can significantly impact the transition process and the stability of the business. While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer, the timing often depends on the size and structure of
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Selling a business is a significant step, and one of the first questions most business owners ask is, “How long will it take?” Unfortunately, there’s no universal answer. The timeline can vary greatly depending on several factors, primarily the quality of your business. At Duran Advisors, we’ve seen firsthand how critical this aspect is to
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When it comes to valuing a business, there are distinct approaches depending on the scale and nature of the business. For companies considering valuation, it is essential to recognize the distinction between “Main Street” businesses—those with revenues typically under $5 million—and the “Lower Middle Market,” encompassing businesses with revenues from $5 million up to around
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Sell-side M&A advisory for Louisiana and Gulf South business owners.
A boutique M&A and exit-planning practice based in Metairie. We represent owners of $1M–$25M revenue businesses, run a structured sell-side process, and deliver business valuations under NACVA Professional Standards.
Serving New Orleans, Metairie, Baton Rouge, the North Shore, Houma–Thibodaux, and South Mississippi.
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