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Who Buys Search Fund Companies? Private Equity, Strategics, and Secondary Searchers
Compare the four exit routes for search fund companies: private equity, strategic acquirers, secondary searchers & family offices, on price, speed & role.
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Preparing Your Company for Sale: The 24-Month Exit Readiness Checklist
A 24-month exit readiness checklist for search fund CEOs: audited financials, recurring revenue, management depth, QoE & data room prep to maximize value.
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When Should a Search Fund CEO Exit? What the Data Says About Hold Periods and Returns
Stanford's 2026 study shows the best search fund exits took nearly 10 years. Hold period data, CEO equity outcomes & exit timing for operating CEOs.
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