DIY M&A: 10 Things to Accomplish

<p>So, you're thinking about buying another firm on your own. Is your business ready to take this on alone? At Revenue Rocket we always ask, does 1 +  = 3? Does this prospect firm get your business to a place it couldn't get alone? If so, here are 10 things to accomplish when doing an M&A transaction yourself:</p><ol><li>When is the right time to buy</li><li>Cash or stock based transactions </li><li>Accretive nature of a transaction </li><li>How to establish proper valuations </li><li>Category analysis to determine what to buy</li><li>Properly evaluating the competitive landscape </li><li>How to draft intent once you find the right target </li><li>Establishing a due diligence plan, including establishing a combined proforma</li><li>How to draft definitive agreements </li><li>Closing time</li></ol><p>Consider using an M&A advisor, like Revenue Rocket, when considering buying another business. Revenue Rocket has facilitated over 250 transaction with a 94% success rate (average with an advisor is 50%). If you're looking to <a href="https://www.revenuerocket.com/mergers-acquisitions/acquire-it-services-firm/">acquire another firm</a>, we'd love to have an introduction call. Reach out at: info@revenuerocket.com.</p>