The fundamentals of reverse due diligence
How to examine your own company as if you were the buyer, prepare it for sale and enhance its value This lite paper addresses how a business can conduct financial due diligence on itself, with an eye on understanding and enhancing value to prospective buyers. It is designed to be a general overview of the […]
Merger of equals: How M&A can benefit not-for-profit succession planning
Mergers are becoming more common for not-for-profit organizations, as multiple groups realize that it is better to work together rather than compete over the same donor base and mission statement. This rise of “mergers of equals” is a sign that many executives are quickly realizing that consolidation can provide many benefits, including more stable finances […]
Shifts in healthcare industry require comprehensive approach to adapt
Few industries face regulations, new trends and other developments as frequently as healthcare, but even so, the best organizations know how to handle these changes and adapt with the shifting environment. As a member of the healthcare industry yourself, you understand what it takes on daily basis to ensure seamless operations and a fiscally sound […]
An In Depth Look at Community Banks and Valuations
A look at community banks and valuations, including purchase price valuation, timing of due diligence and valuation work, and purchase accounting. This webinar will provide important information on key measurements associated with purchase price valuation: Fair value of loans receivable and related discounts, Fair value of Deposits, Core Deposit Intangible asset, and Goodwill and other […]
Look inward with an effective quality of earnings analysis
As a manufacturing business owner, you’ve spent countless resources on the betterment of your organization. You’ve dedicated time, money and expertise to ensure the company’s success, and in the process have developed the knowledge and confidence needed to prosper in the industry. If you’re looking toward the horizon and you see an eventual exit from this business, then […]
M and A activity high point for resilient financial institutions
Here at Clark Schaefer Hackett, we understand that the Great Recession and a fluctuating economy have taken their toll on financial institutions across the country, impacting the profits, quality of assets and strength of banks everywhere. However, we noticed amid recent first quarter earnings reports several positive signs. As a whole the industry profits are […]
How to analyze your business: A quality of earnings Q and A
Clark Schaefer Hackett has been a constant presence in the manufacturing and distribution industry for decades, working closely with countless businesses to significantly boost the bottom line. Every relationship is founded out of trust and respect, and that type of client/consultant partnership provides the opportunity for the best results. As a manufacturing business owner yourself, […]
Community banks: Prepare for a mergers and acquisitions surge
The confluence of several factors — including a struggling economy, intense competition and a challenging regulatory environment — is putting pressure on community banks to consider mergers and acquisitions (M&As) as a growth strategy. Each bank is different, so there’s no single right answer to the question of whether to buy, sell or remain independent. […]
Without solid due diligence, an M & A can be fraught with disaster
Aim for success when undertaking a merger or acquisition: A merger or acquisition can be a part of an effective growth strategy for some manufacturers — when done correctly. Performing due diligence upfront can be the difference between success or disaster. A merger or an acquisition can be a long — and delicate — process, […]