Tag: State of Dealmaking

Deals often fall apart due to lack of operational readiness rather than price, highlighting the importance of clean financials, delegating leadership, and strategic growth planning.

The lower middle market faces paradoxical capital access; tighter underwriting prolongs deals, yet creative financing and structured approaches are essential for successful transactions.

Successful business sales depend on owner readiness, financial transparency, operational independence, and realistic expectations, rather than market conditions. Preparation ensures favorable valuations and outcomes.

Dallas-Fort Worth is emerging as a center for middle-market deals due to a limited supply of quality businesses, institutional capital moving downstream, and a strong seller’s market characterized by preparedness.