Buy-Side M&A Advisors for Smarter Acquisitions

Peridot Valuation provides independent business valuation support for buyers evaluating closely held companies, transaction opportunities, and acquisition risks. Our work helps identify value drivers, assess potential concerns, and support informed negotiations with practical, defensible analysis. Whether you are reviewing a proposed acquisition or comparing transaction alternatives, we bring experience with controlling and minority interests and closely held company transactions.

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Our Buy-Side M&A Services

Independent valuation and transaction analysis for buyers assessing closely held companies, acquisition opportunities, and business value.

Business Appraisal

Receive an independent appraisal of a closely held company to support acquisition review, valuation discussions, and a clearer understanding of the business being considered.

Business Valuation

Evaluate controlling or minority interests with analysis designed to identify business value drivers, potential risks, and considerations relevant to a proposed transaction.

Transaction Analysis

Use valuation analysis to examine a potential transaction, prepare for negotiations, and develop actionable recommendations before moving forward with a business purchase.

Independent Transaction Insight

Make Better-Informed Acquisition Decisions

Buying a closely held company requires more than reviewing an asking price. Peridot Valuation provides valuation analysis that helps buyers understand the factors supporting business value, the risks a buyer may see, and the implications of controlling or minority interests. With experience valuing and transacting closely held companies, Jack Schroeder delivers practical insight for acquisition review and negotiation planning.

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The Peridot Difference

Why Choose Peridot Valuation?

Get focused valuation support from an experienced owner and valuator.

Transaction Experience

Experience valuing and transacting closely held companies brings practical perspective to acquisition analysis.

Valuation Expertise

Jack Schroeder has prepared more than 80 business valuations involving controlling and minority interests.

Actionable Insight

Analysis helps identify value drivers, buyer concerns, and recommendations before a business sale.

Focused Service

A specialized valuation firm provides high-quality, affordable support with fast turnaround for clients.

Meet The Valuation Team

Work directly with Peridot Valuation owner and valuator Jack Schroeder.

Portrait of Jack Schroeder, Owner and Valuator at Peridot Valuation

Jack Schroeder

Owner and Valuator

Jack Schroeder is the owner and valuator at Peridot Valuation, a business valuation firm serving clients across the United States. He has prepared more than 80 business valuations, with extensive experience valuing both controlling and minority interests for ESOPs, divorce settlements, estate planning, and transaction analysis. Jack also brings hands-on experience valuing and transacting closely held companies, giving him a practical understanding of what drives value and risk in a business sale. He holds credentials as a Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) and Mergers and Acquisitions Master Intermediary (M&AMI), and is recognized by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA) and M&A Source. Jack earned his BS in Business Administration, with a minor in Applied Analytics, from the University of Southern California. He is committed to delivering high-quality, affordable valuations with fast turnaround for every client he serves.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a buy-side M&A advisor do?

A buy-side M&A advisor supports a buyer evaluating a potential business acquisition. Valuation work can help the buyer understand business value drivers, identify risks that may affect value, assess controlling or minority interests, and prepare for transaction discussions. Peridot Valuation focuses on independent business valuation and transaction analysis for closely held companies.

Why is an independent valuation useful when buying a business?

Can you value a controlling or minority interest?

What types of businesses does Peridot Valuation work with?

Can a valuation help with acquisition negotiations?

What information is needed for a business valuation?

Does Peridot Valuation provide formal valuations?

Can Peridot Valuation help if another valuator handled an ESOP valuation?

Have Questions About An Acquisition?

Speak with Peridot Valuation about your transaction analysis and valuation needs.

Credentialed Valuation Expertise

Awards and Recognition

National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts credential

Credentialed by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA)

Peridot Valuation is credentialed by NACVA.

M&A Source credential

Credentialed by M&A Source

Peridot Valuation is credentialed by M&A Source.

Certified Valuation Analyst credential

Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)

Jack Schroeder holds the CVA credential.

Mergers and Acquisitions Master Intermediary credential

Mergers and Acquisitions Master Intermediary (M&AMI)

Jack Schroeder holds the M&AMI credential.

Discuss Your Buy-Side M&A Needs

Share your acquisition objectives and receive guidance on the valuation support your transaction may require.

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