A comprehensive valuation will determine the Fair Market Value of the Business from a financial buyers perspective. We believe that Fair Market Value is the minimum price that should be achieved in the selling process. We are often able to close deals significantly above the Fair Market Value by identifying potential synergistic industry buyers who see the strategic advantages in the acquisition. LockeBridge analyzes your Companys strengths, assets, financial performance, hidden value drivers and growth projections. Our worldwide reach along with our proprietary marketing systems assures complete and confidential marketing.

Proper interpretation and presentation of financial, marketing and operational information is a crucial step in the packaging of your Business. We perform a re-casting analysis of your financial records to uncover the true earnings power of the enterprise. Proper presentation of financial information adds substantial value. Because most corporate buyers acquire businesses for either synergistic or growth reasons, it is also critical to effectively present the operational performance as well as growth opportunities of the business. The LockeBridge Descriptive Memorandum is an extensive representation of the Business that is a valuable asset to potential buyers and will assist you in achieving the optimal price.

LockeBridge utilizes extensive proprietary information sources to identify the appropriate synergistic buyer. Our strategic buyer identification process includes U.S. and international companies as well as Private Investment Groups. Our research results will be reviewed with you prior to initiating contact. This review process allows you the opportunity to withdraw any buyer profiles with potential conflicts.

Potential buyers are approached with business highlights that does not disclose the client companys identity. Identification of the client will only be done after the buyer has executed the appropriate Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements.

During the negotiation phase we will likely be dealing with multiple potential buyers thereby increasing our clients’ options and leverage. LockeBridge has professional intermediaries that allow the client to remain at arms length during the negotiation process, while still maintaining complete control. Our ability to follow up with and manage the expectations as a third party is the best way not to compromise your negotiating position.

The final purchase price is only one component of the overall offer. The deal must take into consideration all the elements of the transaction including: Stock sale versus asset sale; initial investment; terms and interest rate on notes; liabilities assumed by the acquirer; transfer and negotiation of leases; employment contracts; consulting agreements; non-compete agreements; current assets retained by the seller; potential earn-outs; continuation of benefits; stock ownership retention, tax ramifications and other pertinent details. LockeBridge has seasoned Advisors that will diligently negotiate the total package on your behalf.

Financial and operational representations are made during the sale process. Potential acquirers rely upon these representations when determining the viability and the value of a Business. If these are not adequately and clearly substantiated during due diligence, the transaction could be jeopardized. Our experience and involvement in countless due diligence projects enables us to anticipate the information the acquirer and their professionals will be analyzing. Our advanced preparation maximizes the probability that the process will be short and successful.

Numerous agreements must be negotiated and the efforts of multiple parties must be coordinated. LockeBridge works with the client's legal and accounting team to orchestrate a Definitive Purchase Agreement that reflects all details of the transaction. LockeBridge Advisors play a key role in ensuring that this process is properly managed to avoid jeopardizing the transaction. In most instances our involvement in this stage saves you thousands of dollars in potentially excessive professional fees.