Selling Businesses
2026 Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) Trends to Watch
Prepare for 2026 by understanding how seller supply, capital discipline, and operator profiles are evolving in ETA. Position yourself to win by aligning strategy, readiness, and resilience.
If Your Business Made Resolutions, What Would They Be?
Reimagine the year ahead by letting your business set bold, meaningful resolutions of its own. Take action by turning reflection into strategy and guiding your company toward healthier growth.
Non-Competes in M&A Transactions: Purpose, Structure and Strategy
Drive deal success by using balanced non-competes that protect goodwill and clarify post-sale boundaries. Strengthen transitions by drafting precise, fair terms that promote stability and confidence.
How To Screen a Business Buyer: A Practical Guide for Sellers
Screen buyers wisely to avoid wasted time, hidden risks, and deals that collapse late in the process. Protect your business by learning how to identify qualified, trustworthy buyers before you engage.
DealStream Recognized as a 2025 Inc. Power Partner Award Winner
Celebrate DealStream’s continued excellence as a 2025 Inc. Power Partner Award winner. Join the entrepreneurs and investors thriving through DealStream’s trusted global marketplace and resources.
Outlook for the “Main Street” M&A Market — Q4 2025
Discover how Q4’s “Main Street” M&A market is expected to steady as buyer optimism and deal confidence outpaced Q3. Leverage these insights to capitalize on the building M&A momentum.
How to Prepare Your Business Years Before You Plan to Exit
Plan your exit early to secure your business’s future. Build systems, diversify revenue, and strengthen operations years in advance to attract buyers and ensure a smooth, profitable transition.
What Every HVAC Owner Needs to Know Before Cashing In
Unlock your HVAC business’s full potential before selling. Discover key valuation drivers and avoid costly mistakes to maximize your exit in today’s booming, buyer-driven HVAC market.
Five Industries Attracting Business Buyers in 2025 and 2026
Discover the top five industries attracting business buyers in 2025 and 2026. Explore where stability, scalability, and steady demand are driving acquisition opportunities.
Digital Currencies Are Changing the Way People Buy Businesses Globally
Unlock the power of CBDCs in cross-border deals. Discover how digital currencies create faster, cheaper, and more secure business transactions worldwide.
Managing Customer Relationships Through an Ownership Change
Uncover the keys to retaining customers through business sales. Discover how clear communication builds loyalty and confidence during change.
Outlook for the “Main Street” M&A Market — Q3 2025
Explore DealStream’s Q3 2025 “Main Street” M&A report. See what buyers, sellers, and brokers expect for prices, deal flow, and financing in the months ahead.
Understanding Representations and Warranties
Learn how M&A representations and warranties shape risk, drive negotiations, and safeguard buyers and sellers. Discover key strategies, insurance insights, and emerging trends.
Piercing the Corporate Veil: What DealMakers Need to Know
Learn proven strategies to maintain corporate integrity. Whether you're evaluating an acquisition or managing a growing company, these actionable tips help fortify your legal protections.
The NWC Tightrope: Balancing Risk and Reward in M&A
Learn how net working capital (NWC) works in mergers and acquisitions — and why mastering its mechanics is critical to deal success. Discover proven strategies to avoid working capital disputes.
Understanding ROI and Its Value to Business Buyers and Sellers
Discover how to calculate ROI (Return on Investment) with precision — and why it's a game-changer in business deals. Gain insights from both the buyer’s and seller’s vantage points.
Structured Installment Sales in M&A
Consider how structured installment sales address both tax efficiency and payment security challenges in traditional M&A transactions. Explore a detailed example to visualize potential tax savings.
Who Are Today’s Business Buyers?
Delve into the profiles of today's business buyers. Understand how each potential buyer can shape how you list, price, and negotiate your deal.
Beyond the Offer: Know What You Want, Get What You Value
Explore considerations to help business sellers understand and prioritize their motivations for selling. Gain actionable guidance for conducting buyer due diligence and optimizing deal structure.
8 Signs It’s Time to Sell Your Business
Read eight signs that indicate now may be the right time to sell your business. Learn why selling at the right time can maximize your sale value and ensure a smooth transition.