17 Ways a Professional M&A Advisor Adds Value

We do much more than find a buyer. Dominion brings experience, marketing power, negotiation skills, and proven processes to help you achieve the highest possible value for your business.

1. Financial Analysis & Valuation

• We perform a detailed financial analysis and determine the maximum market value of your business.

2. Advisor’s Opinion of Value

• We provide a well supported opinion of value to help you price your business competitively.

3. Locate Qualified Buyers

• We identify and attract financially qualified buyers who are actively looking to acquire businesses.

4. Create Effective Marketing Materials

• We prepare professional, compelling materials that showcase your business in the best light.

5. Provide Confidentiality, Discretion & Protection

• We protect your privacy and your business so operations are not disrupted.

6. Market Your Business Confidentially

• We promote your business discreetly to our network of qualified buyers and contacts.

7. Act as a Buffer

• We act as an intermediary between you and buyers, managing inquiries and sensitive discussions.

8. Assist With Negotiation

• We negotiate skillfully on your behalf to achieve the best price and terms.

9. Let You Focus on Running Your Business

• We handle the time consuming details so you can stay focused on your customers and employees.

10. Assist Buyers With Financing

• We help buyers explore financing options and work with lenders to help get deals done.

11. Assist in Drafting Agreements

• We coordinate with lawyers to prepare letters of intent and purchase agreements.

12. Help Throughout the Deal

• We guide both parties through every step of the transaction.

13. Manage the Due Diligence Process

• We help manage the flow of information and keep the deal moving forward.

14. Manage the Closing Process

• We coordinate all parties and details to ensure a smooth and timely closing.

15. Develop a Training & Orderly Transition Plan

• We help create a plan for training and transitioning the business to the new owner.

16. Bring Firsthand Experience to Every Deal

• Unlike many advisors, we have sold a business ourselves. We know firsthand what it feels like to sit on the other side of the table, and we bring that perspective, along with our standing as members of the International Business Brokers Association, to every engagement.

17. Act as Your Advisor & Advocate

• We provide guidance, insight, and support to help you achieve the best possible outcome.