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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May 18, 2026
Legal due diligence can make or break a deal. It’s one of the most scrutinized aspects of any transaction, and for good reason: buyers want to […]
May 5, 2026
Customer retention carries more weight than acquisition when preparing for an exit. New customer growth can drive short-term results, but buyers focus on stability. They want […]
April 20, 2026
Cybersecurity is no longer optional. It is a baseline expectation in today’s deal environment. Buyers do not treat it as a technical detail. They see it […]
April 17, 2026
Buyers are not just purchasing a business. They are investing in a system that can grow, adapt, and generate returns without relying on the owner. If […]
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 […]
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