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Relationships here are personal; ask what retention looked like on any prior transition and weight the price toward recurring clients, not one-time engagements.
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Under $500K
$500K to $2M
Over $2M
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
Cofounder & CEO
Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating financial services acquisitions.
Relationships here are personal; ask what retention looked like on any prior transition and weight the price toward recurring clients, not one-time engagements.
A CPA firm, agency, or registered advisory carries credentials and appointments that may not pass automatically; verify what you must hold or re-apply for.
Monthly retainers and renewing policies are worth more than seasonal tax work; get the split in writing.
A few large accounts or one dominant carrier can carry the business — and walk. Quantify the exposure.
E&O claims, regulatory exams, and audit findings are liabilities you may inherit; review coverage and open matters.
Clients stay because they trust a person — negotiate a transition period, introductions, and non-competes.
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.