M&A stands for Mergers & Acquisitions. It covers all forms of corporate transactions: purchases, sales, mergers, participations and successions.

When do I need an M&A advisor?

As soon as you plan to buy, sell or hand over a company. Advisory pays off from transaction values of EUR 500,000.

What does M&A advisory cost?

Typically a combination of retainer (monthly base fee) and success fee (percentage of transaction value). Details are clarified in the initial consultation.

How long does a transaction take?

3-12 months depending on complexity, data quality and negotiation dynamics. Typical in the mid-market: 4-6 months.

What is the difference between asset deal and share deal?

Asset deal: acquisition of individual assets. Share deal: acquisition of company shares. The choice affects taxes, liability and integration.

What is due diligence?

The systematic examination of a company before a transaction. Covers financial, legal, tax and operational DD. Goal: identify risks, determine value.

A variable purchase price component linked to future performance. Bridges valuation differences between buyer and seller.

How is a company valued?

Using standard methods: DCF (Discounted Cash Flow), EBITDA multiples, earnings value and asset value. In practice, at least two methods are combined.

What is an LOI (Letter of Intent)?

A non-binding declaration of intent recording the key transaction parameters: purchase price, structure, timeline, exclusivity.

What happens after closing?

Post-merger integration: merging both organisations. Governance, IT, personnel, customers and finances are harmonised.

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The Challenge

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I'm facing a company acquisition for the first time and don't know where to start.

I hear terms like , earn-out and LOI but can't really place them.

I want to sell my company but have no idea of the process and costs.

I was approached by an interested party and don't know how to respond.

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Context

M&A in the mid-market: context

Mid-market corporate transactions differ fundamentally from large deals. Personal relationships, owner dependency, incomplete data and emotional attachment to the company shape the process. At the same time, they offer enormous opportunities: growth, diversification, succession solutions and value creation. The right guidance makes the difference between value creation and value destruction.

Our Approach

Our advisory approach

Orientation

Free initial consultation: understand situation, outline options, define next steps.

Analysis

Sound valuation, market analysis and structure recommendation based on your specific situation.

Support

End-to-end support: from strategy through to integration.

What You Receive

Free orientation consultation
Individual recommendation
Confidential process support

Results & Evidence

Why AME for M&A

Sector focus

Real estate, energy, financial services

End-to-end

Search to integration

Discreet

Confidential processes

Independent

No conflicts of interest

All enquiries are treated strictly confidentially.

What happens if you do nothing?

Why early information is decisive

Missed opportunities: Without market knowledge you miss attractive acquisition or sale windows.
Poor decisions: Without sound understanding of options you make decisions on a false basis.
Time lost: Those who only inform themselves during an ongoing process lose valuable weeks.
Negotiation disadvantage: Lack of knowledge about market standards weakens your position.

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Why M&A raises so many questions

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M&A in the mid-market: context

Our advisory approach

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Why AME for M&A

Why early information is decisive

Frequently asked questions about M&A

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Understand M&A.All Questions Answered.

Why M&A raises so many questions

Does this sound like your situation?

M&A in the mid-market: context

Our advisory approach

Orientation

Analysis

Support

Why AME for M&A

Why early information is decisive

Frequently asked questions about M&A

What is M&A?

When do I need an M&A advisor?

What does M&A advisory cost?

How long does a transaction take?

What is the difference between asset deal and share deal?

What is due diligence?

What is an earn-out?

How is a company valued?

What is an LOI (Letter of Intent)?

What happens after closing?

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For Buyers

For Sellers

Due Diligence Process

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