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Our startup handles a lot of user data. What privacy, security, or compliance documentation will acquirers expect us to provide (e.g., GDPR policies, SOC 2 certification)?

iMerge Advisors

Summary of: What Privacy, Security, and Compliance Documentation Will Acquirers Expect? In this article, well outline the key privacy, security, and compliance documentation that buyers especially private equity firms and strategic acquirers expect to see during due diligence.

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The Unseen Hand: Tariffs and Their Profound Consequences on Mergers & Acquisitions

MergersCorp M&A International

Valuation models, which are typically built on projections of future earnings and cash flows, must be meticulously re-evaluated to account for these increased costs. Price Adjustment Mechanisms: To account for tariff volatility, M&A agreements increasingly incorporate flexible pricing mechanisms such as earn-outs or contingent payments.

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Exit Planning Through an Investment Banker’s Lens

Focus Investment Banking

Pass on domain knowledge to team members or document it. Supplier Diversification If one supplier accounts for >40% of your sourcing, buyers become concerned, especially with risks like tariffs in 2025. Have a conversation with your bookkeeper about the below and hold them accountable. You can read more here: [link] 6.

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What is MT103 SWIFT Confirmation? Your Essential Guide for International Payments

Razorpay

Fortunately, there’s a crucial document designed to bring clarity to this process: the MT103 SWIFT Confirmation. When a recipient, such as an overseas supplier, requests confirmation that a payment has been made, the MT103 is the universally accepted document to provide. ” or “Where on earth is my money?”

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The power of an essential M&A suite in the palm of your hand: Midaxo’s mobile app 

Midaxo

Easily access your pipeline, CRM details, contacts, and document data—even during travel or critical meetings. To do that effectively, he needs quick, seamless access to deal information in a central location. The Midaxo app ensures you never miss a beat.

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Breaking Down the FOCUS Sell-Side Process

Focus Investment Banking

The sellers’ legal and accounting teams also play critical roles during this phase. Here, the buyer provides transaction documents that are reviewed and negotiated by the seller’s legal counsel. Once the legal documents are complete and negotiated, it is time to close the deal.

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How to Sell a Business in Puerto Rico (Without Losing Your Mind or Millions)

How2Exit

Many small businesses—especially in Puerto Rico—run without accrual-based financials or even accounting software. He outlines what should be done years before listing a company: normalize financials, optimize working capital, document everything, and align seller expectations with realistic market multiples.