M&A Education Library
Explore expert videos and guides on M&A deal structures, business exit planning, and valuation strategies. Learn how to sell your business with confidence.
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How to Structure a Letter of Intent (LOI)
A Letter of Intent (LOI) sets the tone for a successful deal. In this video, Morgan from Breakwater M&A explains how to structure an LOI that outlines key terms, protects both parties, and increases the chances of getting your offer accepted.
What is Seller Financing
Seller financing is a common deal structure used to bridge the financing gap in business acquisitions. In this video, Morgan from Breakwater M&A explains how seller financing works, what typical terms look like, and how both buyers and sellers can benefit—when it’s used correctly.
What is an Earn-out?
When buyers and sellers can’t agree on a business’s value, an earn-out can help bridge the gap. In this short video, Morgan from Breakwater M&A explains how earn-outs work, why they’re used in M&A deals, and how to structure them fairly. Learn how tying part of the purchase price to future performance can protect buyers and give sellers upside—when done right.
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