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Acquiry

Sell-side M&A Advisory

Exits.

One buyer is a negotiation. Five is a market.

Confidential, structured sale processes that find the right buyers, build real competition and carry the deal from first conversation to settlement. Any sector, any market.

Start a confidential exitHow a sale runs
Exits facilitated
100+
Exits facilitated
Cumulative exit value
9-figure
Cumulative exit value
Upfront fees
$0
Upfront fees

Bid Ladder

Modelled sell-side process · Vertical SaaS

EX-0318

Best offer

$18.0M

vs first approach

Baseline

  • Strategic acquirerIn process$18.0M
  • PE-backed platformNot progressed–
  • Listed operatorNot progressed–
  • Family officeNot progressed–
  • US trade buyerNot progressed–

Direct approach

One buyer, no tension

Sectors covered: Digital Assets, SaaS, Fintech & Payments, Blockchain Infrastructure, Gaming & iGaming, Digital Media, E-Commerce, Emerging Markets, Cybersecurity, Digital Infrastructure

Why sellers choose Acquiry

A good exit and a great one are not the same deal.

Most owners sell once. The gap between an average outcome and an exceptional one comes down to process, preparation and who is in your corner.

  • Off-market buyer access

    Strategic acquirers, PE-backed platforms, listed entities and family offices you will not find on a public listing. Most of our deals never hit the open market.

  • Competitive tension

    A single offer is a negotiation you will lose. We run structured processes that create real competition, the most effective way to lift price and improve terms.

  • Sector depth

    We know the valuation drivers, buyer profiles and deal structures that matter in your market. Generalists miss the details that move the number.

  • Institutional documentation

    A sharp CIM, financial model and deal room signal quality and remove buyer friction. We build everything a credible, fast-moving process needs.

  • Structure, not just price

    Headline price is not net proceeds. We structure earn-outs, deferred consideration and rollovers to close the gap between offer and outcome.

  • End-to-end management

    From first valuation to settlement, we run every stage. You keep running the business. We get the deal done.

The sell-side process

From first call to funds settled.

Every exit is different, but the ones that go best follow the same structure. Most complete in three to six months.

Get a valuation view
  1. 01

    Assessment & mandate

    Weeks 1–3

    A confidential review of financials, technology, team and market position. We set a realistic valuation range, talk through structure options and agree mandate terms. No upfront fees.

    OutputValuation range

  2. 02

    Preparation & documentation

    Weeks 4–8

    We build the Confidential Information Memorandum, financial model and deal room, map the buyer universe and set the process timetable. Preparation quality drives buyer confidence and speed.

    OutputCIM and deal room

  3. 03

    Confidential buyer outreach

    Weeks 6–10

    We approach qualified buyers from our network. Every party signs an NDA before seeing anything confidential, and we filter out unqualified interest early.

    OutputEngaged buyers

  4. 04

    Indicative offers & shortlist

    Weeks 8–14

    Buyers submit indicative offers. We compare price, structure, conditions and credibility, then push for improvements before anyone gets exclusivity.

    OutputRanked offers

  5. 05

    Due diligence & negotiation

    Weeks 12–20

    We run diligence, manage the deal room and keep momentum. We negotiate terms, price adjustments, warranties and conditions precedent.

    OutputAgreed terms

  6. 06

    Execution & settlement

    Weeks 16–24

    We work with your legal counsel on documents, manage signing and support the handover. Where there is an earn-out, we stay on to monitor it.

    OutputFunds settled

Structure, not just price

The biggest number on the table is not always the best offer.

Earn-outs, deferred payments and conditions all change what actually lands in your account. We weigh every offer for risk before we advise you to take one.

Offer 1 · Strategic acquirer

$26.0M

Looks better
  • Cash at close$14.0M
  • Deferred (24 months)$4.0M
  • Earn-out on stretch targets$8.0M

Offer 2 · PE-backed platform

$23.5M

  • Cash at close$21.0M
  • Deferred (12 months)$2.5M

Modelled. Probabilities reflect typical earn-out and deferred payment outcomes, not a forecast.

What we sell

If it earns revenue, we have sold something like it.

These are where our buyer networks run deepest, but we operate in so much more. Whatever you own, wherever it sits, we'd love to hear about it.

  • SaaS & Software
  • Fintech & Payments
  • Blockchain & Crypto
  • Online Gaming
  • iGaming & Betting
  • Digital Media
  • Newsletters & Content
  • E-Commerce
  • Marketplaces
  • AdTech & MarTech
  • Agencies
  • Data & Analytics
  • And so much more

Seller questions

What owners ask us first.

How long does a sell-side process take?

Most mandates complete within three to six months from engagement to settlement. Deals with clean financials and a clear buyer profile can move faster. Regulated or complex deals take longer. We set a realistic timetable at the start and manage to it.

How do you charge?

A success fee, calculated as a percentage of transaction value and payable on completion. There are no upfront fees, so we only get paid when you do.

How do you keep the sale confidential?

Every buyer signs an NDA before receiving anything confidential. Information is released in tiers: high-level first, detailed financials only to serious, qualified buyers. Your identity stays protected until you approve disclosure.

What is the minimum size you work with?

Typically businesses with at least US$500K in annual revenue, or a transaction value above US$1M. For fast-growing businesses with strong metrics we look case by case.

Can I sell without my staff or customers finding out?

Yes. We manage every buyer conversation and control the flow of information. Staff, customers and suppliers are told only when you decide, usually at or after signing.

A buyer has approached me directly. What should I do?

Talk to us before you reply. A single approach is a negotiation you are likely to lose. We can take over the conversation, bring in competitive tension and make sure you do not leave value on the table.

Thinking about selling?Know your number first.

No commitment. We will give you an honest valuation view and explain exactly how a process would run for your business.

Start a confidential conversation