Authoritative M&A Articles for Business Owners

Stay informed with expert commentary from Cetane’s advisory team.

Our articles cover valuation trends, buyer activity, and strategies that help home-service business owners protect their legacy and maximize value.

What Kills a Deal?

FIRST SEEN IN LP GAS MAGAZINE | Selling a business is a monumental milestone that few people get the privilege of doing. Many sellers approach the process with excitement and optimism yet fail to recognize the many pitfalls that can derail even the most promising of negotiations. Understanding what can kill a deal is crucial for anyone navigating this landscape effectively.

What Speeds Up and Slows Down a Sales Process?

FIRST SEEN IN OIL & ENERGY | When it comes to M&A activity, the transaction process timeline can vary widely based on numerous factors. While transactions typically last six months from start to transaction close, there is no “standard” timeline to close a deal. While the buyer’s unique due diligence process often drives the time […]

Crushing the American Dream

FIRST SEEN IN FUEL OIL NEWS | Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness are, as the Declaration of Independence states, certain unalienable rights. The business world, and the delivered fuels industry (heating oil and propane) in particular, has enabled many people to pursue their dreams and create happiness for their families, employees and customers. […]

Your Company’s Blue Book Value

FIRST SEEN IN CEMA AEGIS | Growing up it seemed like I had a lot of cars. One at a time, but they would not last. If you got 100,000 miles out of a car, it was a miracle. The odometer would go back to 0 after you reached 99,999. Since my budget only allowed […]

The Future is Your Choice

FIRST SEEN IN OIL & ENERGY | In today’s world, when owners are considering their transition strategy, there is a tremendous amount of uncertainty. Business owners are facing difficult challenges in day-to-day operations and many are trying to make the decision as to the right course of action. There is no ONE magic bullet. It […]

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