Apr 30, 2019 – Selling a Company for Maximum Valuation: Critical Steps and Timing

M&A Process Timeline

Selling a company is a process not an event. There are many steps on a long, winding road in a process that culminates in a closed transaction.

This article will provide guidance on the steps and timing. The M&A process can be divided into four phases: Preparation, Marketing, Selection and Closing. The process generally takes four to six months, although for reasons explored below, the timing can vary.