Touchstone University
Touchstone University
At Touchstone, our goal is to provide education and resources for business owners and managers. Our M&A service should be a last resort, and we do everything we can to keep you in the game. By registering for a webinar or signing up for an event, you can obtain the knowledge to take your business to the next level.
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March 20, 2026
Real estate can strengthen a business sale, or it can complicate it. The difference comes down to structure, location, and how the property supports daily operations. […]
March 20, 2026
Customer and vendor relationships play a critical role when preparing a business for sale. Buyers closely evaluate these relationships during due diligence because they reveal how […]
February 23, 2026
If you’re thinking about selling your business, there’s one term you’re almost guaranteed to hear during negotiations: earnout. Earnouts are extremely common in lower middle market […]
February 9, 2026
When preparing to sell your business, few things matter more than financial transparency. Buyers aren’t just reviewing numbers, they’re assessing credibility, risk, and future potential. Clean, […]
January 22, 2026
Working capital adjustments are one of the most misunderstood and often underestimated parts of M&A deal negotiations. Sellers naturally focus on valuation, purchase price, and overall […]
January 9, 2026
When preparing to sell your business, few things matter more than financial transparency. Buyers aren’t just reviewing numbers, they’re assessing credibility, risk, and future potential. Clean, […]
December 22, 2025
Due diligence is where transactions either gain momentum or start to unravel. This is the stage where buyers pressure-test everything they’ve been told about your business. […]
December 19, 2025
Why Culture Matters in Exit Planning Company culture is often overlooked in exit planning, yet it plays a defining role in buyer perception, deal quality, and […]
November 21, 2025
Growth as a Value Driver in Exit Planning In the years leading up to selling your business, growth can be both an asset and a liability. […]
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