Noah's Ark Animal Hospital

Noah's Ark Animal Hospital

Problem
Wanted to work for himself, didn't want to start a practice from scratch, but had never bought another business before.
Solution

We helped walk him through the process so he knew both him and the seller were transacting in a fair deal that worked out for both parties.

Solar Insulation

Solar Insulation

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Commercial and residential alarm systems company

Problem
The client attempted to sell their business to retire but encountered difficulty with negotiations and contract agreements.
Solution

They decided to effect the sale in two separate transactions: One to an industry player for the account receivable and the other to a local businessman who recognized the opportunities to coordinate the security systems with his existing business.

Med-spa and skin care provider

Problem
Owner desired to retire from management and exit ownership.
Solution

We advised him to run 'through' the finsih line not 'to' the finish line. As a reult, the Client received 6% more than assessed value and 95% of assessed value in cash at closing. The buyer acquired a business with an ongoing positive cash flow.

Pharmaceutical Company

Problem
Needed to verify value for $200,000,000 company in the process of negotiating sale to an International company.
Solution

We met with the management team, reviewed financial statements and reports, and confirmed that the internal asking price was reasonable. The business sold for $180 million. We spent 3 days on this project.

CPA Firm

Problem
We were contracted by the CPA firm to address internal conflict issues.
Solution

We served as “managing partner” for 6 months and developed a methodology to divide the partnership. During tax season, we focused on working in the business as opposed to working on the business.

Christian Publishing Company

Problem
Introduced by the company attorney to address company’s financial records.
Solution

Established GAAP processes that enabled the owner to manage the company while maximizing cash flow. During that time we uncovered a $125,000 embezzlement scheme which was prosecuted. We also established inventory procedures and upgraded IT systems.

Window film manufacturing company

Problem
Client was ready to retire so that they could spend more time with their grandchildren at their new beach home in Florida. They asked us to help them sale the business but wanted to restrict marketing effort to middle Tennessee to protect the market.
Solution

We advised them to run ‘through’ the finish line not ‘to’ the finish line. They did just that. While the first offer was for the agreed upon walk away price, a third offer exceeded walk away price by 40%. As a reult the Client received what they wanted, and the buyer bought a business with plenty of backlog.

A family-owned business ready to sell

Problem
The patriarch of the family, and owner, objected to paying CAPSTONE fees. When the final marketing package was completed by us, the owner changed his mind and decided we were worth every penny. He commented that it was the first time he had ever had all his documents in order. However, as an ongoing...
Solution

By selling the business in 3 parts over a 9 year period of time, the family realized over $1,800,000. It should be noted the patriarch passed away in the middle of the process.

Veterinary Clinic

Problem
Due to illness, the owner could no longer effectively manage the clinic. The owner’s father contacted us and requested help in assessing value and status.
Solution

We secured a buyer and worked out a purchase that achieved the objectives of the owner and new veterinarian.

Laser Printing Company

Problem
The client wanted to exit his business but did not have the energy nor the time to effect a transaction. He had a choice to continue to run his business or spend time on a sale, but he realized he couldn’t do both.
Solution

We assisted the client with contact and negotiation with a player in their industry and concluded a successful transaction.

20-year-old website development firm

Problem
The client asked us to sell their IT related business. Over a five-year period, the IT world experienced significant changes which reflected an ever-changing value.
Solution

By networking with like-minded business owners, the company was acquired in what would be considered a strategic transaction.

Skincare Solutions Practice

Problem
The client listed the medical related clinic for 3 years with a broker asking $500,000, with no success.
Solution

We reviewed the financials, corrected several errors in the reports, contacted 300 physician prospective buyers and sold the business at a 60% premium over asking price.