What Does a Sell-Side M&A Advisor Actually Do in a Deal Process?
A founder-focused guide to what a sell-side M&A advisor does from preparation and buyer outreach through diligence, offer comparison, negotiation, signing, and closing.
How Long Does It Take to Sell a Business in Middle-Market M&A?
Most middle-market business sales do not follow a fixed calendar. This guide lays out realistic timing ranges from preparation through diligence and closing, explains why transactions accelerate or stall, and shows how buyer type, financing, regulatory review, third-party consents, and seller readiness affect time to close.
