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    Frequently asked questions

    The questions owners, advisors and candidates ask us most often — answered directly, without the usual hedging.

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    Are you a broker or a buyer?
    A buyer. We acquire majority stakes with our own committed EUR 60m fund and take operational responsibility afterwards. Sellers never pay us a fee.
    Which companies do you buy?
    German B2B service companies with EUR 0.5–5m sustainable EBITDA in facility management, staffing, IT services and logistics. Germany-wide.
    How fast do you respond?
    Once we have revenue, EBITDA and sector, you get a clear yes or no from a General Partner.
    How long until closing?
    That depends on preparation and diligence findings. Because we buy with committed fund capital, there is no financing contingency to resolve.
    What happens to my employees?
    Employees, brand and locations stay. In an asset transfer, German employment law contains specific protections for employees; the exact effect depends on the transaction structure and should be reviewed with your legal advisor.
    Can I stay on after the sale?
    Yes. A transition period of 6 to 24 months, with or without a minority stake, is a structure we use frequently.
    Will my competitors hear about it?
    Not through us. We do not list companies on succession exchanges and do not circulate teasers.
    How do you value a company?
    On sustainable EBITDA, adjusted for owner compensation and one-offs, weighted by revenue quality and owner dependency. We share an indicative range early rather than at the end of a long process.
    Do you use debt to finance acquisitions?
    Conservatively. We do not underwrite deals that only work under aggressive leverage assumptions.
    Do you also invest outside Germany?
    No. Our operating model depends on being physically present with the management teams.

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