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13 hours ago2 min read
Five Steps to a Successful M&A Transaction: The IT ExchangeNet Process
For over 25 years, IT ExchangeNet has been fostering strong relationships with private equity, family offices, search funds, and strategic b


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Mar 114 min read
Baby Boomers’ Last Big Payday Arrives: The Great Boomer Business Exit
The business world is about to experience a seismic shift as baby boomers, the stewards of half the nation’s wealth, prepare to pass the tor


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Feb 252 min read
The Myth of Balance: What Yoga Teaches Us About Selling Our Businesses
During a recent yoga class, our instructor, Andreas, said something profound that stuck with me while we were entering vrksasana (tree pose)

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Feb 182 min read
Preparing to Sell Your Digital Marketing Firm
Deciding to sell your Digital Marketing firm is one of the most significant decisions you’ll ever make. Unlocking its value can be life-chan


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Feb 112 min read
The Top IT and Digital Marketing M&A Deals of 2024
In 2024, IT ExchangeNet successfully closed deals across the IT sector, including Managed Service Providers (MSP), Value-Added Resellers (VA


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Feb 42 min read
Avoiding “Working Capital Pegs” on SMB Deals
In the lower middle market for small and medium-sized business (SMB) transactions below $5M (EBITDA < $1M), simplicity is key.

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Jan 282 min read
2025 M&A Trends in the IT Sector
2024 saw significant changes and growth in the M&A space, particularly within the technology sector. Tech mergers and acquisitions continue

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Jan 213 min read
EBITDA vs. Seller Discretionary Earnings
As the owner of an IT services or Digital marketing firm contemplating the sale of your business, you’ve likely encountered the terms EBITDA


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Jan 143 min read
Why 2025 is the Best Year for Selling SBA-Designated IT Businesses
The recent release of the SBA’s final rule governing small business contracting has created a unique and lucrative selling opportunity.

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Jan 73 min read
AI: The Secret Weapon for Your SaaS Exit
Software-as-a-Service founders, the landscape is shifting. AI in SaaS is becoming a material factor driving deal premiums.


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Nov 25, 20242 min read
Unlocking the Secrets of Microsoft Partner M&A: Insights from the Pavliks.com Transaction - Part 1
For Microsoft Partners, navigating the M&A landscape can feel especially complex. Explore insights from a past transaction with our team.


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Nov 6, 20245 min read
6 Essential Considerations When Selling Your IT Business
IT business owners often think about the sale of their business but few take action to best prepare. Consider these 6 topics before a sale.

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Oct 28, 20242 min read
The State of Private Equity in 2024
As we cruise into the final stretch of 2024, the private equity (PE) world is giving us some serious whiplash. Deal volumes are up 23%.


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Oct 21, 20243 min read
Unlocking Success: Valuation Strategies for IT Business Sales
Comprehending the significance of valuation is crucial. Valuation serves as the cornerstone upon which the entire selling process is built.


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Oct 17, 20243 min read
Due Diligence in the Digital Age
Due diligence is an essential step in the merger and acquisition (M&A) process, providing buyers a comprehensive understanding of a target.


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Oct 7, 20243 min read
Expert Strategies to Drive Multiples Higher: Microsoft
Utilize these five strategies to ensure that your Microsoft company can achieve the maximum valuation when going to market.

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Oct 1, 202410 min read
Preparing to Sell Your IT Business in 10 steps
Selling your IT business is a complex endeavor requiring careful planning and execution. Learn how to be best prepared for your exit.


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Sep 12, 20242 min read
Data Centers: Gold Rush of Real Estate
Why is the market for Data Centers so strong? Is it time to sell your data center? Read more about the market and comments from Jeff Blau.


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Sep 9, 20242 min read
Boomers Selling IT Businesses
As the wave of Boomers selling businesses intensifies, IT and Digital Marketing firms are poised to capitalize on a surge in M&A activity.


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Jul 30, 20242 min read
Our Corporate Initiative: Cleveland Kids' Book Bank
As part of our commitment to giving back to the community, the IT ExchangeNet team recently spent our morning volunteering at the Cleveland
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