Entrepreneurs in the middle market are often approached by private equity firms or strategic buyers with attractive offers to acquire their businesses. Many of these buyers are conducting the transaction as part of a roll-up strategy. In recent years, the middle market has been rife with roll-up activity, and this trend is likely to continue. In an economic environment where rates are most likely to decrease, we expect more activity and greater opportunities for founders to exit their businesses.

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