Category: Crewe Capital

The Exit Planning Process: Selling a Lower Middle Market Private Business

Deciding to sell a private business is one of the most significant choices a business owner will ever face. This is particularly true for those in the lower middle market, where businesses typically range in value from $5 million to $100 million. The stakes are high, and the process can often be complex. However, a well-crafted exit plan can help maximize the business’s value, mitigate risks, and ensure a smooth transition to the owner’s next chapter—be it retirement, a new venture, or simply reaping the benefits of their hard work.

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The Purpose of Representations and Warranties Insurance in an M&A Transaction

R&W insurance provides private equity firms, strategic and corporate buyers, risk managers, and other stakeholders with a risk mitigation solution for uncertainties in a merger or acquisition. The policy is available to either the buyer or seller and provides protection against financial loss, including defense costs for certain unintentional or unknown seller breaches.

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The Relationship Between Deposits and Net Working Capital

In a previous article, we discussed Net Working Capital (NWC) and its significant role in transactions. To recap, NWC is defined as a company’s current assets minus its current liabilities. This post will address one component of NWC that is often misunderstood and mishandled in the sale of a company: deposits.

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