A confidential information memorandum (CIM) is a document that markets your company to the most engaged and qualified buyers. Much like the luxury property market, the biggest and best acquisition ...

After kicking off the acquisition negotiation process with a letter of intent (LOI), you and the other party will codify the final terms in an asset purchase agreement (APA).  An ...

Relationships in M&A often feel a bit like dating.  In the ballroom of the open market, investors and buyers court businesses they think will return a profit. You might send ...

Before deciding to buy or sell a business, ensure you and the other party are equally committed to closing the deal to avoid disappointment. The best way to establish commitment ...

The non-disclosure agreement (NDA) – often referred to as a confidentiality agreement – governs the exchange of information between you and a third party. Companies, for example, use NDAs to ...

Exclusivity agreements are very common in M&A. However, you should never enter one without knowing these things first. ...

Selling an online business is a multi-step process. First is deciding to sell, which can be an emotional decision after you’ve poured your heart and soul into your startup. Acquire ...

Picture this for a moment… A buyer is interested in your startup.  You’ve spent days chatting back and forth via email. You might even have met in person. Now, your ...