Call Us - (817)738-4220
K&A Blog: News You Need To Know
What Falling Interest Rates Mean for Seller Valuations and Timing
Key quote: “Many owners delayed their own decisions in 2023–2024. That supply will hit the market in 2026 and 2027. Owners who prepare now will be positioned ahead of the crowd — and in M&A, being early often means stronger leverage and cleaner processes.” From Axial.net Written by Nick Coetzee What Falling Interest Rates Mean […]
Small Business Challenges and Opportunities
Key quote: “Small businesses can address hiring challenges by developing talent from within. Upskilling programs help employees build new skills, expand career paths, and take on greater responsibilities, all while strengthening the business’s long-term resilience.“ From USChamber.com Small Business Challenges and Opportunities By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary The Challenges and Opportunities Facing Small Businesses Right Now Explore […]
Mr. & Mrs. L. Ludwell Jones, III
Congratulations to Senior Associate Lud Jones and Wendy Thomasson, who were united in marriage on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas. Welcome to the K&A family, Wendy! May God continue to bless you and Lud.
Innovative Packaging Group Sold
Innovative Packaging Group, Inc. (IPG) of Dallas, Texas has been purchased by entrepreneur and investor Matt Schmidt. Formed in 2006 by Bill Martin and Bob Moses as they merged their two long-standing packaging distributors, Ira Blackburn & Associates and Fasco Packaging, IPG offers a wide range of retail packaging products including bags, boxes, gift wrap, […]
“Big Beautiful Bill” Impact on Business Sales
This excerpt from a CNBC article describes the changes to tax law regarding business sales in President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”. Written by Robert Frank Qualified small business stock benefit Entrepreneurs and investors in small businesses will cheer a change in qualified small business stock, or QSBS. Created during the Clinton administration and expanded under […]
Suspension of Corporate Transparency Act
Having followed the progress of the Corporate Transparency Act in January, March and December 2024, we’re pleased to share the following release from the Department of the Treasury announcing suspension of enforcement. Treasury Department Announces Suspension of Enforcement of Corporate Transparency Act Against U.S. Citizens and Domestic Reporting Companies The Treasury Department is announcing today […]
Business Planning Questions
It is essential to consider the following questions if it’s important to you to transfer ownership to those you love instead of selling your company to a third party. Doing so will ensure that your company will have the opportunity to provide income and financial security for those important to you and create a profitable […]
Survey Reveals Top 10 Cities For Entrepreneurs: 3 Are In Texas
Fort Worth tops the list of Texas cities on this list. Written by Chris Westfall in Forbes.com Survey Reveals Top 10 Cities For Entrepreneurs: 3 Are In Texas A new report has identified the 10 best cities in the USA for young entrepreneurs, as well as the worst. With layoffs looming at multiple companies, it’s […]
My Ship Came In —— What Do I Do Now?
Friends of the firm Aspen Wealth Management (Helen Stephens, President & CEO) published an article addressing steps to take when receiving a financial windfall. Although the article specifies inheritance situations, business owners that sell their company experience the same windfall from a transaction involving what is likely their most valuable asset. My Ship Came In: […]
Building a Bulletproof Company: Preparing for the Emotional Rollercoaster of a Sale
Friend of the firm Gabriela Smith with GNS Law has written an interesting article about preparing a company for sale from an attorney’s perspective. Key quote: “What many founders don’t realize is that the true gatekeeper of their company’s sale is often the buyer’s attorney.” Building a Bulletproof Company: Preparing for the Emotional Rollercoaster of […]