Valuation is Key in a Rising M&A Market

Domestic merger and acquisition activity is slowly on the rise for domestic M&A deals involving small businesses. According to the latest BizBuySell.com Insight Report, small business deal volume is up for 2013, as well as pricing multiples.

Possible reasons for the renewed M&A market include:

• Economic recovery
• Pent up supply and demand from the recession
• An aging business owner demographic
• Historically low interest rates
• Improved small business financials

The Weaver newsletter article Valuation is Key as the M&A Market Slowly Heats Up offers tips for operating a sale-ready business as well as guidelines for proper business valuation.

Ultimately business owners contemplating a sale should leverage professional CPA and attorney experience for optimum results. Contact Weaver’s transaction advisory team to help you with your M&A needs.