The decision to sell all or part of a company is always a sensitive matter, involving family members, employees and various financial factors. Because the business owner is so emotionally invested in the company, it might be difficult to determine the strategy that is best for both the owner and the business. The professionals at Prairie Capital Advisors, Inc. can provide objective advice. We’ll carefully review business performance, assist with the planning process and help by conducting a feasibility study to determine the likelihood of a sale at an appropriate price.

When considering an external sale, the objective is to generate offers from competing buyers in order to determine the most appropriate buyer at the most favorable price and terms in the marketplace. Our understanding of buyers’ criteria enables us to find the best match for our clients’ businesses. We have ready access to corporate buyers nationwide, as well as active leveraged buyout groups based upon our established network of contacts. To assist the sale, the corporate finance and investment banking experts of Prairie Capital Advisors will:

• Perform a valuation to help determine the appropriate selling price range
• Prepare an effective selling memorandum that properly represents your company
• Develop a marketing strategy to carefully introduce buyers who have agreed to sign a detailed confidentiality agreement
• Initiate discussions with serious buyers leading to a negotiation of the sale of the business
• Advise on all aspects of the transaction