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ANZEA Textiles Sold

C.F. Stinson LLC, based in Rochester Hills, Michigan, has acquired ANZEA Textiles, the Fort Worth contract fabric company which is known for leading edge colors, bold designs and high performance textiles.  Stinson has been a recognized leader for 70 years as a preferred source of commercial textiles.  ANZEA will maintain its operations and facilities in […]

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Woodie Woods Plumbing Company Sold

* * F O R  I M M E D I A T E  R E L E A S E * * A group of local investors formed Woodie Woods Plumbing, LLC and has acquired the assets of Waters Plumbing, Inc., the corporate entity operating Fort Worth’s historic Woodie Woods Plumbing.  Founded in 1954 […]

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Selling Your Business to a Private Equity Group

While the author offers a somewhat pessimistic view of life after a Private Equity sale, he does illustrate why the highest bidder is not always the best buyer for your business. It’s imperative to know who you’re going to be partnering with, what their track record is with other entrepreneurs and what their expectations will […]

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Strong Aerospace Interest Continues

Andrews Tool Company (ATC), an Arlington, Texas manufacturer of Power Feed machinery used by airframe companies, has been sold by Kasper & Associates (K&A).  Super advisory work was provided by Lud Jones of K&A so that all parties including the ATC Owner (widow of company founder), ATC’s General Manager and the new Owner are quite […]

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Remarkable Buyer Responses

Perfect Score Technologies (PST), a Dallas glass processing equipment manufacturer, was sold by Kasper & Associates (K&A) for 17.2% above list price.  During K&A’s marketing efforts, 104 private investors and strategic buyers signed Non-Disclosure Agreements.  This exceptional response is a clear indication that the market for Texas companies is “off the charts”. Critical Factors which […]

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8 Need-to-Know Tips for Selling Your Business in 2018

In today’s sellers’ market, good businesses for sale receive a lot of attention from buyers and typically do not stay on the market for long.  Buyers know they must be competitive with their offers in order to stand out from the growing crowd interested in making acquisitions. From Business.com 8 Need-to-Know Tips for Selling Your […]

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Getting the Best Deal for Your Midsize Company

Edward Crawford, with The Coltala Group in Dallas, has written an interesting article highlighting certain issues with traditional private equity investors and contrasting them with the “holding company” approach. GETTING THE BEST DEAL FOR YOUR MIDSIZE COMPANY by Edward J. Crawford Co-founder (President), The Coltala Group THE RISE OF THE HOLDING COMPANY In the final […]

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How 6 Senior Bankers Are Advising Sellers in a Frothy Market

Noted excerpts: “Valuations are higher…as equity is more abundant, competition for quality assets more fierce, and interest rates lower.” “Higher valuations tend to drive greater selectivity on the part of buyers.” “Continue to drive your business…while seriously exploring the potential opportunities.” From Axial Forum: *************************************** How 6 Senior Bankers Are Advising Sellers in a Frothy […]

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Key Negotiation Tactics for Your M&A Transaction

From Divestopedia: Key Negotiation Tactics for Your M&A Transaction By Stephen Groves Takeaway: Of all the tactics you use in your M&A deals, these are the ones that will make the biggest difference. When negotiating the divestment or acquisition of a company, if negotiations go to plan, all parties involved should reap the rewards and […]

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Fort Worth Consumer Products Wholesaler Sold

Bent Grass Holdings, Inc. has acquired M&M Merchandisers, Inc. (“M&M”) of Fort Worth, Texas.  Founded in 1976 by Marty Stenzler, the company has grown to become a nationwide retailer of over 7,500 consumer products including car and marine audio equipment, TV, cellphone and video gaming accessories, tools, toys, musical instruments, sporting and outdoor goods, self-defense […]