Insights & Resources

Stay ahead in M&A.

Free resources to navigate buying, selling, and investing in professional services businesses. Guides, trends, and hard-earned lessons from real deals.

Leather portfolio and financial documents on an oak desk in warm natural light — editorial still life evoking careful deliberation before a major business decision
Featured

What Your Broker Isn't Telling You About Selling Your Services Business

The traditional brokerage model was built for a different era. If you're selling a professional services business in the $1M–$20M range, here's what the standard pitch leaves out — and what to do about it.

Read Article
Modern office corridor with glass-walled conference rooms and warm morning light streaming through windows, one door open at the end

Why 65% of Searchers Fail (And How We Fix It)

Most acquisition searches stall within six months. We analyzed 200+ failed searches to uncover the patterns — and built a process that flips the odds.

Open daily planner on a bright desk with warm morning light, pages fanning forward

The Seller's Guide to 75-Day Closes

Speed matters in M&A. Here's how we compress the typical 6-month sale process into 75 days without sacrificing value.

Aerial view of a modern city grid at golden hour with geometric buildings casting long warm shadows

Building PE Portfolios in Professional Services

Professional services firms offer predictable cash flows and organic growth. Here's the playbook PE firms are using to build platforms in this space.

Modern commercial building exterior with rooftop HVAC units in bright afternoon sunlight

HVAC Business Valuations in 2026: What's Changed

HVAC multiples have shifted dramatically in the past 18 months. We break down the drivers and what owners should expect heading into 2026.

Overhead view of large architectural blueprints unrolled on a marble table with coffee and a mechanical pencil

The Complete Guide to Buying a Professional Services Business

From sourcing to close, everything you need to know about acquiring a professional services firm in the lower-middle market.

Aerial view of a cable-stayed bridge over a wide river in a lush Southern landscape at golden hour

Lighthouse Capital Group Invests in South Carolina Electrical Engineering Firm

Lighthouse Capital Group announces a minority investment in a South Carolina-based electrical engineering firm, expanding its infrastructure portfolio in the Southeast.

Warm Southwest downtown streetscape with clean stucco and glass office buildings under a bright Texas sky

Lighthouse Capital Group Acquires Stake in Texas Tax & Accounting Holding Company

LHCG acquires a minority stake in a South Texas holding company focused on tax and accounting services, with plans to expand throughout the Southwest.

Open laptop on a clean bright desk next to a large window with warm natural light and a small potted plant

Lighthouse Capital Group Invests in Dealonomy, a Fast-Growing SMB Acquisitions Platform

LHCG invests in Dealonomy, a company specializing in small and medium-sized business acquisitions that is empowering a new generation of entrepreneurs.

Rural North Carolina rolling hills with construction equipment at golden hour, red clay earth and pine trees

Lighthouse Capital Group Partners with Searcher to Acquire Borco, a North Carolina Drilling Company

LHCG partners with searcher Mac Mallone to acquire Borco, a leading drilling and boring company in North Carolina — providing end-to-end advisory from deal sourcing through financing.

Street-level view of a standalone ATM machine on an urban sidewalk

Lighthouse Capital Group Leads Investment Round in MKS Solutions

LHCG leads an investment round in MKS Solutions, an ATM holding and management company with a seasoned leadership team positioned for growth in financial technology.

Modern smart home exterior at dusk with warm light glowing from large windows and contemporary architecture

Lighthouse Capital Group Makes Minority Investments in Home Key and Nurture Boss

LHCG announces minority investments in two technology companies — Home Key in smart home management and Nurture Boss in customer engagement — backing innovation that improves everyday lives.

Bright airy spa interior with natural wood shelving, neatly rolled white towels, and potted green plants in warm natural light

Lighthouse Capital Group Expands Health & Beauty Spa Portfolio with New Locations

LHCG nearly doubles the footprint of its Health & Beauty Spa portfolio, adding new locations that expand community impact and create employment opportunities.

Southwest-style spa entrance with warm adobe walls, desert landscaping with agave plants, and bright blue sky

Lighthouse Capital Group Acquires Majority Stake in Southwest Health & Beauty Spa

LHCG acquires a majority stake in a prominent Southwest Health & Beauty Spa serving over 5,000 clients and employing more than 100 professionals.

No matches

No posts match that filter. Try a different category or view all.

Ready to Move?

Let’s talk about your deal.

Whether you’re early in your search or ready to close — a 15-minute clarity call is where it starts.

Schedule a Call