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Our Buyer's Profile
Industry Focus
Open to multiple sectors, with a preference for service-oriented MRR businesses such as:
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Technology Services: Managed Service Providers (MSPs), IT support, and cybersecurity firms.
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Professional Services: Staffing, recruiting, HR consulting, and accounting firms.
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Real Estate Services: Property management businesses with stable recurring revenue.
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Other Service Businesses: Companies with contractual, recurring, or relationship-driven revenue models.
Investment Criteria
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Cash Flow Range: $150,000 – $250,000 annually (normalized SDE/owner benefit).
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Revenue Range: $250,000 – $1 million per year.
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Location Preference: Greater Metro Atlanta area, with interest in Southeastern U.S. opportunities.
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Transaction Type: Primarily asset acquisitions, but open to stock acquisitions when strategic.
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Acquisition Structures: Strong preference for transactions involving seller financing and/or earn-outs, with modest cash at close. SBA financing is optional, not required.
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Seller Transition: Flexible on seller involvement during transition (90 days – 12 months) to ensure smooth client and employee retention.
Investment Strategy
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Long-Term Vision: Acquire, operate, and grow businesses with consistent performance and potential for strategic scaling.
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Value Enhancement: Utilize operational expertise in systems administration, IT infrastructure, and business process optimization to streamline operations and reduce costs.
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Client Retention & Growth: Strong emphasis on client success and loyalty, with willingness to tie seller payouts to retention and contract conversions.
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Financial Discipline: Structured deals that balance fair valuation with risk protections, ensuring both seller and buyer benefit.
Ideal Business Profile
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Recurring Revenue Model: Preference for businesses with established monthly recurring revenue (MRR) or potential to transition from project-based to contract-based billing.
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Stable Cash Flow: Consistent earnings with diversified client base (low concentration risk).
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Roll-Up Potential: Opportunities for integration with complementary service businesses for future scale.
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Operational Efficiency: Businesses with potential for improved processes, automation, or digital modernization.
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People & Culture: Positive company culture, with key staff (technical or client-facing roles) willing to remain post-transaction.
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Market Position: A respected reputation and loyal customer base in its industry niche.
Why Sell to D.C. Brookville?
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Flexible Deal Structures: Open to seller financing, earn-outs, and creative structuring that rewards the seller for client retention and business performance post-sale.
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Smooth Transition: Emphasis on protecting client relationships and employee continuity.
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Fair Valuation + Protection: Willing to pay fair multiples, while ensuring deal terms reflect business risk (e.g., client concentration, break/fix vs. contract mix).
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Operational Experience: Hands-on experience running IT operations and service-based organizations, ensuring capable stewardship of the seller’s legacy.
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