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M&A Blog #12 – sell-side acquisition (preparation)

Francine Way

PE funds typically have 4-to-7-years ownership windows for an investment and look for an exit at the end of that period through a sale or an IPO (initial public offering). The process starts with preparing the company for sales by developing marketing and informational material to distribute to prospective buyers.

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Navigating the Exit: A Mid-Market Owner’s Guide to Crafting an Exit Strategy

Sun Acquisitions

Common exit strategies include selling to strategic buyers, private equity firms, management buyouts (MBOs), or going public through an initial public offering (IPO). Prepare in advance by organizing financial statements, contracts, legal documents, and other relevant information.