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M&A Preparation & Process

All the planning, research, and activities that go into preparing for a successful liquidity event.

Selecting The Right Buyer

M&A PREPARATION & PROCESS

How to Select the Right Buyer for Your SaaS Company’s Next Chapter
November 12, 2025

Many founders assume buyers hold more power in an acquisition. But that mindset can hurt you when it’s time to sell. Not only do SaaS leaders have the ability to choose who they sell to, it…

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How to Sell Your SaaS Business: A Guide to Getting Started
August 20, 2025

You have probably entertained the idea of selling your SaaS company at least once during your tenure as an entrepreneur. You need help getting your business to its next phase…

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Unsolicited Offers

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The Truth About Unsolicited Private Equity Offers (and What Founders Should Do Next)
July 9, 2025

If you are leading a software company generating between $5 million and $50 million in revenue, there is a good chance you have received unsolicited outreach from private equity firms…

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Minority deal

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Minority Investment: What SaaS Founders Should Know Before Selling a Stake
July 2, 2025

SaaS CEOs and founders regularly ask us whether they should consider accepting a minority investment instead of seeking majority investment or selling their businesses outright. A minority investment is when…

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Due Diligence checklist

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SaaS M&A Due Diligence Checklist: Prepare 6 Areas of Your Business for a Successful Exit
June 25, 2025

The best way to prepare for due diligence in a SaaS M&A transaction is to do most of the legwork before it starts. SEG has helped software companies successfully go through due…

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The Right Time to Enter Exclusivity (Hint: It’s Later Than You Think)
June 11, 2025

It can be exciting when a potential buyer submits a Letter of Intent and asks for exclusivity in an M&A deal. That means they’re serious, right? Buyers often push for…

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5 software leaders share their M&A Stories

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SaaS M&A Deals: Success Stories
May 21, 2025

There’s no one-size-fits-all path to a successful SaaS exit. Some companies grow through investment. Others find the perfect strategic partner. The most successful deals are about strategy, timing, and alignment.…

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Why Hire Advisor

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7 Reasons to Hire an M&A Advisor When Selling a Software Company
May 13, 2025

In some corners of the business world, “ready, fire, aim” is all the rage. It’s rooted in the belief that it’s better to move forward quickly and correct course later.…

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Why Hire an M&A Advisor

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Why High-Growth Software Companies Trust SEG to Lead Their M&A
April 23, 2025

A software CEO recently told us: "I’ve had more inbound interest in the past six months than in the past six years." They’re not alone. Private equity firms and strategic…

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Don’t Leave Money on the Table: How to Get the Highest Offer for Your SaaS Business
April 2, 2025

When the time comes to explore strategic options – whether that’s selling, securing investment or divesting a business unit – every leader’s goal is to maximize valuation, not just price,…

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