Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are hallmark events in a business life cycle. Buy it, sell it, or merge it; each choice involves significant financial, operational, and emotional considerations. Reynolds + Rowella’s M&A advisory practice makes it easier for you, while being a stronger player along the way.

Our advisors combine decades of financial experience with practical insight to help business owners and investors evaluate opportunities, structure deals, and integrate change effectively.

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Clear, Strategic M&A Guidance

All deals begin with vision. Our M&A advisory professionals translate that vision into a specific plan of action. We bring finance discipline, market knowledge, and personal attention to ensure your deal aligns with your long-term vision, growth, succession, diversification, or transition.

We work with privately held companies, family-owned businesses, investors, and acquirers across many industries. Our role is to help you identify the right opportunities, avoid unnecessary risks, and complete each transaction with confidence.

Count on Reynolds + Rowella For:

  • Thoughtful, data-driven approach to the valuation and due diligence
  • Balanced advice that connects financial performance with real business needs
  • Clear, consistent communication with no surprises along the way
  • Experienced advisors who understand both the financial and human sides of a deal
  • Post-transaction support to help ensure long-term success
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Our Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory Approach

We customize every interaction to align with your timeline, transaction type, and business objectives. Our approach is designed to be clear, transparent, and measurable.

Our M&A Advisory Process Includes:

  1. Discovery & Goal Setting – We start with your goals, timeline, and position in the marketplace.
  2. Market & Valuation Review – We perform a market valuation analysis to determine a fair and accurate valuation.
  3. Due Diligence & Risk Assessment – We conduct in-depth analysis to determine strengths, weaknesses, and potential deal risks.
  4. Deal Structuring & Negotiation – We assist with transaction structure, term negotiation, and alignment with tax and financing goals.
  5. Integration & Post-Transaction Support – We stay engaged after closing to help with cultural, operational, and financial integration.
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Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory Services

Buy-Side Advisory

Helping buyers identify, evaluate, and acquire the right companies for strategic growth.

Sell-Side Advisory

Preparing your company for acquisition, navigating negotiations, and optimizing value through transition.

Business Valuation

Determining reasonable fair market value through research-based financial and marketplace analysis.

Due Diligence

Offering financing and operating due diligence to confirm performance as well as discover potential risks.

Exit Planning

Matching your transaction with eventual long-term aims for ownership transfer, retirement, or liquidity.

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Who We Work With

We work with a wide range of clients navigating major business changes. Whether you’re planning to sell, expand, or transition ownership, our team brings clarity and guidance through every stage of the process.

Our M&A advisory services are designed for:

  • Entrepreneurs preparing to sell or merge their businesses
  • Family-owned companies planning leadership or ownership transitions
  • Growing organizations are exploring acquisitions as part of their expansion strategy
  • Private equity firms and investors seeking valuation support or new opportunities
  • Businesses in transition repositioning for stronger performance or reduced risk
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Quality of Earnings + Financial Due Diligence

Before any deal moves forward, it’s critical to understand the true strength and consistency of a company’s earnings. Our Quality of Earnings (QoE) and financial due diligence services give you that insight.

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We take a close look at financial trends, recurring and nonrecurring transactions, working capital needs, and potential risks that could influence deal value. The result is a clear, objective picture of performance, so you can negotiate from a position of knowledge and make confident decisions, whether you’re buying or selling.

Let’s Build the Next Chapter of Your Business

Successful M&A is a result of planning, understanding, and proper advisement. Reynolds + Rowella’s M&A advisement team supports you in undertaking complex transitions with comfort, allowing you to stay on track while we manage details.

Contact us today to begin a discussion regarding your next deal or to book your first consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions About M&A Advisory

M&A advisory involves professional advice to organizations that are engaged in mergers, acquisition, or sales transactions, such as valuation, due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and post-deal testing.

Private equity firms, family businesses, investors, and leadership groups are charting future growth, transition, or restructuring.

Yes. We facilitate that post-deal financial and operating systems, leadership groups, and culture become aligned.

We combine deep financial analysis with a hands-on, people-centered approach, helping you make decisions that work on paper and in practice.

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