Software development and IT consulting firms are attracting strong buyer interest as digital transformation spending continues to grow. Here's what your firm is worth in 2026 and how to position for a premium exit.

Not all business brokers in Canada are created equal. This guide breaks down what to look for, what to avoid, and how to choose the right advisor to sell your company for maximum value.

Everyone is panicking about AI killing SaaS. But Warren Buffett once said to be greedy when others are fearful. Is this the buying opportunity of a decade, or the beginning of the end?

Most medspa valuation guides quote 10x-12x multiples that do not apply to your practice. Here is what buyers are actually paying for $1M-$3M EBITDA medspas in 2026 and the five drivers behind the best outcomes.

Whether you run a solo physiotherapy practice or a multi-location operation, your exit options vary dramatically. Here's how to choose the right strategy and maximize your outcome.

Home care agency valuations are climbing as PE platforms and strategic buyers compete for quality providers. Here is what your home care business is worth in 2026 and how to maximize your exit.

Investment bankers and business brokers both help owners sell companies, but the similarities often end there. Learn the key differences, when to use each, and how Breakwater M&A bridges the gap for businesses in the $5M to $50M range.

HVAC companies are selling for 2.5x to 10x EBITDA in 2026 depending on service mix, maintenance agreements, and owner dependency. See real multiples by company profile and what PE buyers are paying now.

Fire alarm and life safety companies are commanding premium valuations as PE platforms compete for recurring monitoring revenue. Here is what your business is worth in 2026 and how to maximize your exit.

Digital marketing agency valuations are climbing as PE platforms and strategic buyers compete for quality agencies. Here's what your agency is worth in 2026 and how to maximize your exit.

The financing behind an acquisition is a strategic lever, not just a closing requirement. Here's how PE funds, corporate strategics, and independent sponsors structure capital to maximize returns and manage risk across the deal lifecycle.

Physical therapy clinics are selling for 2.5x to 8x EBITDA in 2026 depending on size, owner dependency, and payor mix. See real multiples by practice profile and what PE buyers are paying now.

Strategic buyers are paying premium prices for well-run assisted living facilities. Here's how to position your Assisted Living Facility (ALF) for maximum value and a successful exit in 2026.

For most business buyers, debt is not a risk—it is a tool. Here is how leverage works in acquisitions, how SBA loans make it possible, and what lenders actually look for when financing your deal.

Discover the four main buyer types for digital marketing agencies, what multiples they pay (3x to 7x EBITDA), and how to position your agency for maximum exit value in the $2M to $20M revenue range.

Thinking about selling your Texas home services business? This guide breaks down how buyers value HVAC, plumbing, roofing, landscaping, and other home services companies in Texas—and what you can do in the next 6–24 months to increase your exit price.

Buying a business is hard enough without confusing financial jargon. Two of the most misunderstood terms are SDE and EBITDA. They both try to answer the same question: how much money does this business really produce? But they are not interchangeable, and using the wrong one can lead to serious overpaying or walking away from a great deal.

For SaaS founders with $1M–$5M in ARR, valuation is not a guessing game. It is a formula. Here is what buyers are paying in 2026 and the metrics that drive the highest multiples.

Buying a business can be a fast track to growth—or a costly mistake. This guide walks through practical due diligence steps across finance, legal, and operations so you can separate solid acquisitions from painful surprises and move forward with confidence.

Thinking about buying businesses instead of building from scratch? This playbook walks through how entrepreneurs and small PE-backed operators can use acquisition as a growth engine—from identifying the right targets, to funding your deals, to integrating new teams without blowing up culture. Learn how to structure a roll-up strategy that compounds value instead of chaos.

Buying a business can be the fastest way to grow—or the quickest way to blow up value. This post walks through 10 common mistakes first-time buyers make when acquiring a business and how to avoid them so your next deal actually moves your strategy forward.

If you have a strong team and are thinking about succession, selling your company to your employees can be a powerful way to protect your legacy and reward the people who helped build it. This guide walks through when an employee buy-out makes sense, how it’s funded, and what to watch out for so you do not put your retirement at risk.

Ready to buy the business you help run? Learn how to structure the deal, secure funding, and become an owner, even with limited capital.

Learn how to sell your fire protection company for maximum value. This guide covers how buyers value fire protection businesses, what to prepare before going to market, how to reduce owner dependence, and how to navigate deal structures so you can maximize your exit.

Private equity buyers are skilled at lowering valuations. Here are the nine tactics they use most often and how founders can protect their number.

Buying a competitor business can fast-track your growth—but only if you evaluate the right factors. Learn how to assess synergies, cultural alignment, and deal risks before making your move.

Many founders sell too early. The private equity rollover lets you sell once for liquidity, stay in to grow with capital and expertise, and sell again for a second, larger payday. Here’s how it works and what to watch for.

A practical guide for acquisition entrepreneurs on how to value a small business before submitting an LOI. Learn to normalize EBITDA, apply risk-adjusted multiples, compare similar deals, and sense-check payback periods. Includes a simple framework and advice on when to hire professionals.

Private equity firms are actively buying founder-led businesses. This guide explains how PE deals work, when selling makes sense, and how to protect your upside during negotiations.