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Selling a business or divesting a division is one of the most significant financial decisions a business owner can make. In a thriving market like Dallas, economic growth, private investment, and corporate activity remain strong. Owners have a real opportunity to maximize value if they approach the process strategically.
At Kratos Capital, we specialize in helping middle market companies navigate sales and divestitures with confidence. With over 200 transactions completed and a deep history of driving successful liquidity events, our Dallas-based team understands what it takes to create strong outcomes for business owners.
If you’re considering a sale or divestiture, here are key considerations to keep in mind to maximize value and secure the best possible outcome.
Before starting the sale process, it's essential to define what success looks like for you. Are you seeking a full exit, partial liquidity, a strategic partner for future growth, or a clean divestiture of a non-core division?
Clear objectives will help shape everything from buyer selection to deal structure. At Kratos Capital, we work closely with business owners in Dallas to align the sales strategy with their financial goals, timelines, and personal aspirations.
Market timing plays a critical role in maximizing value. Favorable economic conditions, strong industry trends, and buyer appetite can all significantly influence the outcome of a sale.
While it’s impossible to time the market perfectly, early planning allows you to prepare your business so that you’re ready to act when market conditions are favorable. Our advisors continually monitor market dynamics to help you position your company at the right time.
Many middle market business owners have an idea of what their company is worth—but without a professional valuation, expectations can quickly get out of sync with the market.
A comprehensive valuation considers factors like EBITDA, growth potential, competitive advantages, customer diversity, and industry trends. At Kratos Capital, we leverage our experience and real-time market data to provide realistic, defendable valuations that support strong negotiations.
Today’s buyers are sophisticated. They expect transparent financials, operational efficiency, and a clear understanding of risks and opportunities. Businesses that take the time to prepare—by cleaning up financials, documenting key processes, and addressing potential issues—tend to command higher valuations.
We guide Dallas-based sellers through detailed preparation processes, ensuring they’re ready for the deep due diligence that follows a buyer’s initial interest.
While achieving a strong sale price is important, the structure of the deal can have just as much impact on your outcome. Payment terms, earnouts, transition periods, non-compete agreements, and tax implications all need to be factored into the negotiation.
Our team at Kratos Capital works tirelessly to structure deals that protect your interests today—and set you up for success in the future.
Successful business sales and divestitures require more than just listing a company for sale. They demand deep industry knowledge, strong buyer networks, sharp negotiation skills, and an unwavering focus on your best interests.
As an independent M&A advisory firm rooted in Dallas, Kratos Capital combines national reach with a local presence. Our senior investment bankers deliver hands-on leadership at every stage, helping you navigate complex decisions with clarity and confidence.
It’s easy to get distracted by the transaction process—but maintaining strong business performance through the sale process is crucial. Buyers value companies that continue to deliver consistent results, and any slip in performance can weaken your position during negotiations.
We help clients maintain focus and minimize disruption, even as the transaction moves forward behind the scenes.
Selling or divesting a business is a major milestone—and you deserve a partner who treats it with the same care, strategy, and urgency that you would. At Kratos Capital, we’re proud to help middle market business owners in Dallas achieve liquidity events that reflect the true value they’ve built.
Ready to start a confidential conversation about selling your business? Contact Kratos Capital today and let’s discuss how we can help you maximize your outcome.
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