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SMB M&A Advisory

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Thoughtful Guidance for Founder-Owned Businesses Down Market

Selling a business is a major milestone — and for many owners, a once-in-a-lifetime decision. The process should feel focused, professional, and aligned with your goals, not overwhelming or unnecessarily complex.

 

At Signet Capital Advisors, we provide dedicated M&A advisory services for founder-owned and closely held businesses with EBITDA under $1 million, using a process designed specifically for the SMB market.

Built for Owners — Not Templates

Smaller businesses require a different approach than large, institutional transactions. Buyers, timelines, and deal dynamics are fundamentally different — and the advisory process should reflect that.

 

Our SMB advisory platform is intentionally structured to deliver:

 

  • Clarity over complexity

  • Efficiency without cutting corners

  • Strong outcomes without a “one-size-fits-all” process

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Why This Matters

As many advisory firms shift their focus to larger transactions, business owners in the SMB market are often left with limited options.

 

We believe founders deserve:

 

  • Experienced advice

  • A process tailored to their business

  • An advisor who understands both the numbers and the personal nature of a transition

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Who This Is For

Our SMB advisory services are well suited for:

 

  • Founder-owned and family-owned businesses

  • Companies with EBITDA under $1 million

  • Owners planning full or partial exits

  • Owners considering succession or liquidity alternatives

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Scale the Right Way

Our team brings decades of transaction experience across industries and deal sizes. We apply that experience thoughtfully — scaling our process to fit the business, not forcing the business to fit the process.

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Our Approach

We guide clients through a disciplined, right-sized transaction process, including:

 

  • Clear and compelling marketing materials
    Concise offering documents that tell your story and highlight what matters most to buyers.

  • Targeted buyer outreach
    Direct engagement with strategic buyers, private investors, and family offices that actively acquire businesses in this size range.

  • Thoughtful market exposure
    Selective use of proprietary networks and curated online marketplaces to broaden reach while maintaining confidentiality.

  • Hands-on transaction support
    Practical guidance through diligence, negotiations, and closing — with a focus on issues that truly impact value and certainty.

If you’re beginning to think about a transition, or simply want to understand your options, we’re happy to talk.

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