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Transaction Process & Deal Mechanics 7 min read

The Hidden Cost of Time-Based Retention - Why Stay Bonuses Leave Money on the Table

Stay bonuses retain employees but not engagement. Phantom equity aligns payouts with sale price. Learn which retention approach fits your business sale.

Nov 21, 2025

Exit Strategy, Planning, and Readiness 14 min read

Stop Timing Employee Disclosure—Fix Your Structural Dependency Instead

Early vs late disclosure is a false dilemma. The real solution is eliminating structural dependency on key employees—making disclosure timing largely irrelevant while capturing 10-30% in avoided valuation discounts.

Nov 20, 2025

Business Value Analysis 15 min read

The Retention ROI Calculator: When $300K in Agreements Actually Pays Off

Key employee risk creates a 2-15% valuation discount. Use this ROI framework to determine if retention agreements make financial sense—or if alternatives like earnouts deliver better returns.

Nov 20, 2025

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Latest Articles

The Hidden Cost of Time-Based Retention - Why Stay Bonuses Leave Money on the Table

Stop Timing Employee Disclosure—Fix Your Structural Dependency Instead

The Retention ROI Calculator: When $300K in Agreements Actually Pays Off