WSPEG’s Merger & Acquisition process begins when a Representation Agreement is signed. A successful analysis of your goals and requirements depends upon a strong working relationship among all the parties affected by the sale of your company. In concert with your advisors, Board of Directors, Accountant, etc., WSPEG advisors will help you evaluate your needs and concerns in order to achieve your vision while maintaining strict confidentiality. The following are the key steps for this business acquisition process that takes place in two distinct phases.
PHASE 1: Preparation Stage
1. Market Research, Analysis and Strategy
2. Valuation
Phase 2: The Decision to Market
3. Profile
4. Identification of Synergistic Candidates
5. Confidential Approach to Qualified Prospects
6. Negotiations
7. Deal Structuring, Letter of Intent
8. Due Diligence
9. Definitive Agreement
10. Closing and Transition to New Ownership