Our Process

    A Straightforward Path from Introduction to Close

    We believe the best deals happen when both sides know exactly what to expect. Our process is designed to be transparent, respectful of your time, and free of surprises. We don't play games and we communicate clearly at every stage.

    How It Works

    01

    Introduction & Initial Conversation

    It starts with a conversation — no forms, no pressure. We learn about your business, your goals, and what matters to you. You learn about us and how we operate. If there's a mutual fit, we move forward together.


    02

    Preliminary Review & Valuation Analysis

    We review your financials, operations, and market position to develop a clear picture of the business. Our analysis is thorough but respectful — we tell you exactly what we're looking at and why. You'll have full visibility into our thinking.


    03

    Letter of Intent

    If the business is a fit, we present a Letter of Intent with clear terms and a fair valuation. No bait-and-switch, no artificially low anchoring. We set honest expectations from the start because that's how lasting deals get done.


    04

    Due Diligence

    We conduct a thorough review of financials, operations, legal, and compliance. We explain everything we need and why we need it. Our goal is to be rigorous without being disruptive to your day-to-day operations.


    05

    Financing & Deal Structure

    We structure deals using a combination of equity, SBA financing, and conventional lending. We understand debt service coverage ratios, lender requirements, and how to build deal structures that work for both sides. Our financing is lined up before we get to this stage.


    06

    Closing & Transition

    We manage a smooth closing process and a thoughtful transition. That includes leadership continuity planning, employee communication, customer notification, and operational stability measures. The goal is zero disruption.

    Detailed Acquisition Criteria

    $2M+ Revenue

    Established businesses with proven revenue streams. Stable, recurring, or repeat revenue preferred.

    $500K+ EBITDA

    Cash-flow-positive with healthy margins

    Home Services · Manufacturing · Industrial

    Skilled trades and essential service businesses

    Multi-Region

    Multiple U.S. regions with expansion capacity

    3+ Years Operating

    Established customer base with operating history

    Essential Services

    Businesses providing critical, non-discretionary services

    What Happens to My People?

    This is the question every owner asks — and it's the right one. Your employees built this business alongside you, and they deserve to know their jobs, their benefits, and their futures are secure.

    At Three Delta, leadership continuity and employee retention aren't afterthoughts — they're central to our acquisition strategy. We keep the people who make the business work, we invest in their development, and we communicate openly through every stage of the transition.

    Have a business that fits?

    Let's start with a conversation. No obligation, no pressure.

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