Mergers & Acquisitions For Dummies

Successfully buy, sell, or combine businesses

When is the whole greater than the sum of its parts? In business mergers, of course! Mergers & Acquisitions For Dummies walks you through every step of middle-market transactions, from defining your M&A goals to hiring the right investment banker to getting the lowdown on valuation, financing, negotiation, and due diligence. Mergers and acquisitions are complex business transactions, but with the help of this practical guide, you can proceed with confidence that your deal will be a success.

Inside…

• Understanding the M&A process
• Examining the types of deals
• Financing the deal
• Determining a business’ value
• Negotiation tips and tactics
• Drafting the purchase agreement
• Closing and integrating the deal
• Avoiding common pitfalls