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Understanding Debt Covenants
Debt covenants (also referred to as loan covenants) are important…
6 May 2025/by Scott Dickes1719 Partners to Attend 2025 Raleigh Durham Capital Conference
1719 Partners is excited to attend this year’s Capital Conference…
13 April 2025/by Scott DickesThe Power of Long-term Holds
We have mentioned that long-term investments generate superior…
12 April 2025/by Scott DickesPrivate Equity vs Venture Capital
At the first glance, private equity and venture capital appear…
25 March 2025/by Scott DickesEnterprise Value vs Equity Value
Understanding enterprise value vs. equity value helps in interpreting…
8 March 2025/by Scott DickesBorrowing Base: How it Works
An asset based working capital line of credit— or revolver—…
13 January 2025/by Scott DickesHow to Sell a Small Business: an Owner’s Guide
You have decided you are ready to sell your business. So, what…
23 December 2024/by Scott DickesWhat Is a Management Buyout?
When a business owner is looking to sell their company, making…
10 December 2024/by Scott DickesThe Working Capital Adjustment Explained
The working capital adjustment is an important part of most merger…
11 November 2024/by Scott Dickes1719 Partners to Attend Midwest ACG Capital Connection
1719 Partners will be attending the 25th annual Midwest Capital…
22 October 2024/by Scott DickesThe Fundless Sponsor: How It Works
Over the past several years, a new investment vehicle has become…
22 October 2024/by Rich NicolaidesM&A Due Diligence: What to Expect
If it is your first time selling a company, the M&A due diligence…
23 August 2024/by Scott Dickes1719 Partners Supports Management Buyout of F/S Manufacturing
1719 Partners is excited to announce it, alongside existing management,…
2 August 2024/by Scott DickesPrivate Equity Recapitalization
As a business owner, it can be hard to decide between maintaining…
21 July 2024/by Scott DickesHow EBITDA Multiples Work: The Small Business Guide
There are several commonly accepted methods to calculate a business…
9 July 2024/by Scott DickesMultiple Arbitrage: How it Works in Private Equity
What is multiple arbitrage, and what role does it play in the…
1 July 2024/by Scott DickesLower Middle Market Private Equity
You might have noticed that there are a variety of distinctions…
29 June 2024/by Scott DickesEBITDA Explained
EBITDA is one way to measure a company’s ability to generate…
1 June 2024/by Scott DickesShould I Sell My Business?
The question of, "should I sell my business?" is perhaps one…
22 May 2024/by Scott DickesBoost Business Growth With Your Employees
Contemplating how to grow your business can feel overwhelming.…
5 May 2024/by Scott DickesUnderstanding Seller Note Financing
What is a seller note?
A seller note, also commonly known as…
24 April 2024/by Fitz DickesA seller note, also commonly known as…
1719 Partners To Attend Texas ACG Capital Connection
1719 Partners is attending this year’s ACG Capital Connection…
29 March 2024/by Scott DickesMezzanine Debt and Mezzanine Financing Explained
My last post on acquisition financing covered senior debt. This…
17 March 2024/by Scott DickesThe Business Owner’s Guide to Senior Debt
What is Senior Debt?
Senior debt, also commonly called a senior…
1 March 2024/by Scott DickesSenior debt, also commonly called a senior…
Understanding Owner’s Draw vs Salary
Earlier this week, I had a long conversation with an owner of…
20 February 2024/by Scott DickesService Providers: the 1719 Partners Approach
Service providers are an important part of small company mergers…
20 February 2024/by Scott DickesTaking Your Business to the Next Level
Growing a business is exciting, but it does not come without…
20 February 2024/by Scott DickesFinancial Reporting Requirements in an Acquisition
Small business owners are often apprehensive about the changes…
20 February 2024/by Scott DickesOur Value Creation Process
Business investment can take many forms: hiring or enhancing…
20 February 2024/by Scott DickesBenefits of Using Debt in a Transaction
Using debt (borrowing) to finance a leveraged buy-out is often…
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