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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July 1, 2024

Demystifying EBITDA Add-Backs: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization) is crucial in buying or selling a business.
June 14, 2024

The Emotional Journey of Selling a Family Business

Selling a family business is more than just a financial transaction; it’s an emotional journey filled with mixed feelings and significant decisions. At Touchstone Advisors, we understand that this process can be both exciting and challenging.
May 10, 2024

Are you waiting for a knock on the door?

Many business owners don’t want to think about selling, but for some reason which I still don’t understand
April 10, 2024

Top 5 Mistakes Business Owners Make when Selling their Business

As an owner of a business, it is not unusual for you to think about eventually exiting your business.
March 13, 2024

Due Diligence: A Vital Exercise for Buyers & Sellers

If you are an owner of a privately held lower middle-market business, you may have no idea
March 12, 2024

My Shelves Are Full

In all our years of operation, I don’t think we have seen two businesses that manage their inventory the same way; so,
December 29, 2023

Why an Industry Specialist is a Bad Idea When Hiring a MA Advisor

It’s tempting to think that someone who only represents businesses within your industry is
November 17, 2023

WORKING CAPITAL: Often Misunderstood But Always Important

Working capital is not the way many owners think about their day-to-day operating cash flow, in fact it would be quite normal if this wasn’t something […]
October 30, 2023

How to Evaluate an LOI When Selling Your Business.

Getting a Letter of Intent (LOI) feels like a victory. It’s the point in the process when someone

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