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M&A 101: 5 key things many business leaders don’t know

Growth Business

1 – Understanding the reason for doing the deal and the importance of negotiation is key The most important thing to be clear on when it comes to a merger or acquisition is the rationale for doing a deal in the first place, and each side needs to be clear on why they are buying or selling respectively.

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How do I value my software company’s intellectual property?

iMerge Advisors

But when it comes time to raise capital, negotiate a strategic partnership, or prepare for an exit, the question becomes: how do you actually value your software companys IP? Why IP Valuation Matters in Software M&A In traditional industries, valuation often centers on tangible assets and cash flow.

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How can I safely share our proprietary source code and technical documents with a potential acquirer while still protecting our trade secrets if the deal falls through?

iMerge Advisors

Buyers want to validate claims about product architecture, scalability, and IP ownership. A well-structured M&A process staggers disclosure based on deal progression: Pre-LOI (Letter of Intent): Share high-level architecture diagrams, product roadmaps, and summaries of IP ownership.

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Beyond the Code: What Investors Miss in Tech Due Diligence

Beyond M&A

A companys Slack history, for example, can tell you more than any architectural review. Its about the compounding cost of poor decisions ones that slow development, increase risk, and reduce exit valuations. Technical debt can absolutely impact valuation. Its no longer enough to just look at code quality and architecture.

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How to Get into Commercial Real Estate: Side Doors, Front Doors, Steppingstones, and Career Paths

Mergers and Inquisitions

Tasks include getting tenants to renew their leases, negotiating new terms, and handling unit repairs, maintenance, renovations, and new HVAC installations. Appraisal / Valuation Real estate appraisal is the process of valuing a property, which is essential when it is being sold.

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We had a few early contractors who never signed IP assignment agreements. How big of an issue is that during due diligence, and what can we do now to fix it?

iMerge Advisors

If the individual wrote core code or designed foundational architecture, the risk is higher. But make no mistake: this is a diligence item that can materially impact deal certainty and valuation. The earlier you address this, the more leverage youll have when it matters mostat the negotiating table.

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