Breakwater M&A Blog: Expert Insights for Buying & Selling Businesses
Explore valuable articles, guides, and strategies tailored for entrepreneurs preparing to sell businesses in the $2M-$20M revenue range.
The Million Dollar Business Exit Guide: Part 5
Learn how to negotiate the sale of your business to maximize value—not just price. Understand key M&A deal terms like earn-outs, seller financing, and risk allocation. Breakwater Advisors helps founders secure better outcomes with higher cash at close and lower risk.
The Million Dollar Business Exit Guide: Part 4
Learn how to market your $2M-$20M business to the right buyers, from strategic acquirers to private equity firms. Understand different buyer types and how to position your company for maximum value.
The Million Dollar Business Exit Guide: Part 3
Learn how to structure your business sale—asset vs. stock sale—to minimize taxes, reduce risk, and maximize value. This guide helps $2M–$20M business owners make informed M&A decisions.
The Million Dollar Business Exit Guide: Part 2
What is your business really worth? In Part 2 of The Million Dollar Business Exit Guide, we break down the 7 key drivers of valuation and how to position your company for a premium exit—even before going to market.
Why SaaS Founders Are Buying Brick & Mortar Businesses
With AI disrupting SaaS margins, savvy tech founders are acquiring brick & mortar businesses to diversify. Learn why service-based companies with $2M–$20M revenue are the smart hedge—and how to avoid the myths around SMB acquisitions.
The Million Dollar Business Exit Guide: Part 1
Thinking of selling your business? Start with a strong foundation. In Part 1 of The Million Dollar Business Exit Guide, learn how to increase value, reduce risk, and prepare financially and operationally for a smooth, high-value exit.
The Truth About Buying Businesses with $0 Down
Discover the truth about "$0 down" business acquisitions and learn how independent sponsors actually structure deals to buy companies without using their own capital. While social media influencers promote unrealistic expectations about no-money-down business buying, this article reveals the legitimate path of independent sponsorship. Learn about working with SBIC lenders, structuring deals, and achieving successful exits like Chris Edwards' 24x return. Perfect for aspiring acquisition entrepreneurs seeking to understand the realities of modern business buying strategies.