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Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your SaaS Company? Insights on Valuation, Buyers, and the M&A Process

Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your SaaS Company? Insights on Valuation, Buyers, and the M&A Process

Update: 2025-10-06
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In this episode of Bootstrapped: The Lighter Side, host Melissa is joined by Gaurav Bhasin (Managing Director, Allied Advisers) and Colin McNeil (M&A Tech Lead Partner, EY) to discuss one of the most pressing questions for SaaS founders: Is now the right time to sell your company?

Drawing on over 40 years of combined experience, Gaurav and Colin share their perspectives on current SaaS company valuations, the differences between strategic and private equity buyers, and the importance of running a competitive sale process. They offer practical advice on preparing your business for a successful exit, managing inbound interest, and maximizing value through partnerships and preparation. Whether you’re bootstrapped or VC-backed, this episode is packed with actionable insights for founders considering an M&A event.


Founders wishing to learn more can download free resources from Allied Advisers on how to prepare their bootstrapped company for an exit.

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Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your SaaS Company? Insights on Valuation, Buyers, and the M&A Process

Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your SaaS Company? Insights on Valuation, Buyers, and the M&A Process

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