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2015: The Year of the Mega-Deal

Added on July 2015 in M&A Issues
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Summary: So far this year, merger and acquisition activity in the registered investment advisor space has hit record levels, and the average size of deals are bigger than ever, according to new data by DeVoe & Company.

Culture Clash: Post-Merger, RIA and Private Bank Struggle to Integrate

Added on July 2015 in M&A Issues
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Summary: Integrating a swashbuckling, entrepreneurial wealth management firm into a staid, buttoned-down private banking culture isn't easy: just ask Boston Private Bank & Trust.

M&A: What Makes a Deal Work

Added on July 2015 in M&A Issues
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Summary: The combination of two firms, regardless of their respective sizes at the time of partnership, is a critical action in your firm’s life cycle. And to forge a successful union, you must consider many variables.

Post-Merger Tech Integration Doesn't Have to be Painful

Added on July 2015 in M&A Issues
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Summary: Technology-related expenses are one of the largest controllable operational expenses for every RIA, second only to staffing, so there are bottom line benefits to consolidating and getting the integration right.

How to Interact With Prospective Buyers of Your Business

Added on July 2015 in M&A Issues
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Summary: In my experience, the primary thing that buyers care about is not making a bad acquisition. Consequently, their initial focus will be both on whether the company is a good fit for their needs and what the significant down side risks of the opportunity are.

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