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BUYING AND SELLING A BUSINESS

To provide the best advice, tailored to your situation.

Buying or selling a business is a complex process, requiring in-depth analysis and meticulous preparation to ensure success.

Demers Beaulne is with you every step of the way through this complex process, focusing on building a trusting relationship to understand your unique goals and provide you with the best advice tailored to your specific situation. Our main objective is to simplify the transaction process and maximize the opportunities available to you, while respecting your confidentiality.

Business acquisition

For the acquisition of a business,
we offer a complete range of services:

    • Target identification and approach according to acquisition strategy
    • Financial modeling of the transaction
    • Determining the purchase price and conditions
    • Assistance in preparing the Letter of Intent (LOI)
    • Negotiation support
    • Support in finding financing for the transaction, if applicable
    • Financial due diligence
    • Assistance in submitting a binding offer
    • Assistance with closing the transaction

Business sale

When it comes to selling a business, our expertise includes :

    • Financial modeling of the transaction
    • Valuation of the company and its multiple correspondents
    • Preparation of marketing documentation (teaser, financial model and CIM (confidential information memorandum))
    • Seller’s financial due diligence, if applicable
    • Identifying and approaching potential buyers
    • Analysis of “LOIS” received and recommendations
    • Transaction negotiation
    • Due diligence assistance and coordination
    • Assistance with closing the transaction

We understand that every project is unique, which is why we offer tailor-made solutions to meet your specific corporate objectives.

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