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The Wealth Potential of Self-Funded Search

The Wealth Potential of Self-Funded Search

Acquiring Minds · Will Smith

January 10, 20231h 15m

About this episode

Key findings from SIG's new study on self-funded search: financial outcomes, deal costs & terms, search lengths & more. Topics from the interview with SIG:What is the self-funded search study & why it mattersEffect of self-funded search on entrepreneurs' net worthsSearch performance: how many acquisitions saw EBITDA shrink, maintain, or grow How much is too much to pay for legal fees & due diligenceThe pros and cons of a seller noteWhy you don’t need an MBA to acquire a businessValue of a good relationship with a sellerHow long search takes, on averageWhy acquisition will only get more competitive in the futureDrawback of a private equity backgroundWhat critics get wrong about self-funded searchMethodology & shortcomings of the studyDownload the study:2023 Self-Funded Search StudyLinks, References, and Contacts:Self-Funded vs. Traditional Search Fund debate between Robert Graham & Greg GeronemusRobert Graham - LinkedIn and TwitterJordan Carter - LinkedIn and TwitterSearch Investment Group (SIG)Stanford Search Fund Study 2022Overhaul your website with ongoing support & unlimited edits, all for a flat monthly fee:EversiteGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

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