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Practical perspective on business valuation, deal structure, and the Southern California market.

August 12, 2026

SDE and EBITDA Are Not the Same Number

SDE and EBITDA measure earnings from different buyer perspectives, and their multiples are not interchangeable. How each is calculated and used.

Selling a Business

July 29, 2026

How Long It Takes to Sell a Business

The time to sell a business depends mostly on preparation, pricing, and terms. The phases of a sale, what slows each one, and how to plan your exit.

Preparing for Due Diligence Before You Go to Market

Selling a Business

July 15, 2026

Preparing for Due Diligence Before You Go to Market

Problems a buyer finds in due diligence cost more than problems a seller finds first. What to gather, reconcile, and address before listing.

Asset Sale or Stock Sale: What the Structure Changes

M&A Advisory

June 24, 2026

Asset Sale or Stock Sale: What the Structure Changes

An asset sale and a stock sale can carry the same price and very different results for taxes, liabilities, and contracts. How each structure works.

What Inland Empire Buyers Are Looking For

Market Insight

June 3, 2026

What Inland Empire Buyers Are Looking For

Inland Empire buyers tend to be operators focused on logistics, trades, and services. What they weigh, from leases to licensing, and how sellers should prepare.

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