Thinking of getting acquired? Don’t let preventable mistakes cost you the perfect deal. In our latest webinar, we walk through the most common missteps founders make when preparing to sell—and how to avoid them. From unrealistic pricing to missing documents, these mistakes can stall or even kill an acquisition before you ever receive an offer. […]

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A surprising fact: 2 out of 5 SaaS companies get their ARR calculations wrong. This means 40% of businesses might make significant decisions based on incorrect numbers. Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) is a vital metric that goes beyond simple mathematics. SaaS businesses use it to learn about customer acquisition, expansion, and churn rates. The calculation […]

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What does it take to sell a music software startup and walk away with a life-changing payout? Emmett Cooke says it comes down to four things: ·Emmet originally founded his music software company using his experience with e-commerce in the music industry. With a pre-existing contact list, he contacted companies and offered a solution to […]

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When Emmett Cook first considered selling his SaaS business, he didn’t expect the smooth journey that would lead him to a life-changing exit. The platform he built, which served both B2B and B2C markets, had already grown significantly, but Emmett was beginning to feel the toll of the startup grind. At the same time, a […]

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The Foundation: What Market Potential Really Means Before we explore the practical steps of assessing market potential, let’s define what it actually is. Market potential represents the total possible sales of a product or service within a specific market over a set period. Think of it as the absolute maximum demand you could theoretically capture […]

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Unlocking SaaS Success: Choosing The Right Business Model Building a thriving Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company takes more than just a great product. It requires a sustainable and scalable business model. SaaS business models have evolved significantly, from the days of perpetual licenses to the diverse cloud-based subscription and usage-based pricing models we see today. This shift […]

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Decoding the Three Financial Statement Pillars Financial statements are essential for understanding a company's financial health. Whether you're an entrepreneur evaluating an acquisition on Acquire.com or an investor assessing a potential investment, learning how to read these statements offers invaluable insights for informed decision-making. This section breaks down the three core financial statements: the income […]

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Navigating the Tax Landscape When Selling Your Business Selling a business is a major financial decision. Understanding the tax implications is key to maximizing your return. It’s not just about the sale price; it’s about what you keep after the IRS takes its share. Careful planning can significantly impact your final profit. Bringing in tax […]

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What does it take to grow and sell a business for 30 times what you paid for it? Sanjana, the CEO behind CopyCopter, shares exactly how he achieved that incredible milestone. Here are the key steps that made it possible: Sanjana acquired CopyCopter, an AI-powered all-in-one video generator, with a vision to scale its capabilities […]

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Sanjana was skeptical of CopyCopter when he first came across the business listed on Acquire.com. The AI video generator tool was only bringing in $800 MRR (Monthly Recurring Revenue). The product had potential, but it lacked the marketing expertise needed to grow a significant user base. If Sanjana didn’t implement a strong marketing strategy, the […]

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