Recent content by acquirer22

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    Expert Network Calls

    Hi all I'm looking to set up some expert calls in various fields as part of my DD process for acquisitions Is anyone aware of any services that offer this to individuals? I've used GLG before through work but think theres a c.$50k minimum retainer... Thanks
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    Acquiring a business and leaving previous owner with 49%?

    Thanks. Yes I'm thinking perhaps leaving him with 20% and then saying I will buy him out at 4x EBITDA (or whatever the entry price is) in 5 years - thus giving him an incentive to grow EBITDA as high as possible over 5y I agree that a 49% shareholding seems troublesome - would you say 20% is...
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    Acquiring a business and leaving previous owner with 49%?

    That's exactly what I'm doing / suggesting. How to structure it to incentivise them to keep growing the business.
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    Acquiring a business and leaving previous owner with 49%?

    Thanks. By 'down the line' I of course mean prior to submitting an offer / during Phase 2 DD. I will be in touch!
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    Looking to acquire a small business - need accountant and legal advisor

    That's all really! Business will be £500k-3m I will need an accounting DD advisor and legal DD advisor / someone to help draft transaction docs and advise on corporate structure, etc Thanks
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    Acquiring a business and leaving previous owner with 49%?

    Hi all I'm looking to acquire a small business and am considering how to structure my acquisition I am thinking of having the prior owner retain 49% and continue operating the businesses while I am a 51% owner / investor (not involved fully in the day to day after an initial 3-6 month period)...