by Meritus Group Business Brokerage | May 5, 2026 | Exit Planning
The best business sales do not happen by accident. They are the result of years of intentional preparation. Owners who start planning one to three years before going to market consistently achieve better outcomes than those who decide to sell and immediately list...
by Meritus Group Business Brokerage | May 3, 2026 | Industry Insights
Not all construction companies are valued equally. A specialty contractor with unique capabilities might sell for 6x EBITDA while a general contractor of similar size struggles to achieve 4x. What explains the difference? Understanding why specialty contractors...
by Meritus Group Business Brokerage | May 1, 2026 | Exit Planning
For many business owners, the question that weighs heaviest is not about price or taxes. It is about people. What happens to the employees who helped build your business? The ones who have been with you for years, whose families depend on the jobs you have provided?...
by Meritus Group Business Brokerage | Apr 29, 2026 | Market Updates
South Dakota may not make national M&A headlines, but business transactions happen here every day. From Sioux Falls to Rapid City, from agricultural operations to healthcare services, South Dakota businesses are attracting buyer interest. If you are a South Dakota...
by Meritus Group Business Brokerage | Apr 27, 2026 | Exit Planning
When you decide to sell your business, one of the first questions is whether to hire professional help. And if so, what kind? The terms business broker, M&A advisor, and investment banker get thrown around, but the differences are not always clear. Choosing the...
