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Valuations | Exit
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Closing | New
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Making the decision to sell a company is an important life event... A
decision not to be taken lightly but carefully considered and
strategically executed to maximize the return on a lifetime of effort
and achievement. It is imperative that as a business owner, you
surround yourself with the best possible experts to assist in
orchestrating the event.
As a full service firm, Paragon Ventures will help you develop an exit
strategy and guide the process... every step of the way. We begin by
gaining a keen understanding of your business from both a financial
and market prospective. We then complete an offering memorandum or
executive summary which presents your company in its best light...
this is a a clear, factual and detailed packet that a potential buyer
can use to begin to evaluate the company.
The
next step is where we market your company with the professionalism
and sizzle of an experienced team of M&A experts. We scour the
buyer universe for qualified acquisition candidates and match their
needs with your company profile. Once we identify potential
buyers and/or investors and gain their interest in your
company,
Paragon Ventures facilitates the meetings, letters of interest and
the due diligence process.
Through
years of experience, we understand the industry and its trends, have
gained the contacts and know-how of where to look, timing and the right questions to ask.
Finally,
when your organization is ready to negotiate the sale, our team will
work closely with you and the other parties involved to assure that
a mutual, fair agreement is reached where everyone involved wins.
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Valuations
Valuing your business is a complicated process. It requires an intimate knowledge of current market conditions, corporate finance and key accounting principles. It is critical for the business owner to realize the value of a qualified and experienced merger and acquisition intermediary. Our specialists are trained to unlock the value and optimize the presentation of your business to the marketplace. Ultimately, the marketplace will determine the value your business... it is worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it.
For a detailed matrix of our valuation
process, click
here.
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Exit Strategies
Remember that the best time to sell your business is when the company is performing well.
Every business will eventually be sold, merged, bequeathed, shut down or abandoned. Individual circumstances and good market timing will determine which is the right path for you.
As with every human endeavor, timing is a critical element in the sale of a business. Often timing is driven by uncontrollable factors such as an owner reaching retirement age, resignation of a key employee, an offer out of the blue from a prospective buyer, or, in a worst case, financial desperation. Lack of control over the timing of a business sale can be tremendously expensive.
Once the decision is made to sell the company, it is important to put together a strategy to maximize the value of your business and obtain the highest price available in the marketplace.
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Match Making
Every business owner wants to find that perfect match. Identifying the right acquisition candidate or business buyer requires a lot of leg work. It begins with an understanding of the current market dynamics and continues through qualifying each buyers ability to consummate the transaction.
There are many factors that will identify the right match... geography, business mix, growth plans, management and culture are just a few.
For many entrepreneurs, the current sale or merger is yet another milestone in their career. From emerging markets to established industry... Paragon Ventures can help you find your next successful venture... Make it a Paragon Venture.
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Negotiations
Ultimately, the buyer and seller control the negotiations for the transaction. Paragon Ventures facilitates the process of negotiating once a suitable and qualified match has been made. We help to overcome objections and discover amicable solutions to meet the common goals of the parties involved.
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Due Diligence
During the process of due diligence, Paragon Ventures facilitates the flow of documents and coordinates scheduling to meet the needs of buyer and seller.
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Closing
We closely monitor the entire process beginning with the letter of intent as to minimize any potential barriers to a smooth and orderly closing.
From initial meeting to the closing table, the Paragon team is there to meet the needs of our clients... Every step of the way.
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New Ventures
For many entrepreneurs, the current sale or merger is yet another milestone in their career. From emerging markets to established industry... Paragon Ventures can help you find your next successful venture... Make it a Paragon Venture.
Working together with
you, the business owner, the Paragon Ventures team helps put together the
connections to grow your business and optimize it for sale or merger.
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If you are interested in
new growth opportunities, consolidation or selling your existing business,
feel free to call one of the Paragon Ventures partners directly with
any questions you may have or complete our
on-line
inquiry form.
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