The Savvy Banker

What separates successful bank sales from disappointments?

It's not market timing.

It's not luck.

And it's certainly not the latest M&A trend.

It's preparation.

When you're prepared, two things happen: your decisions become more confident, and the entire process seems to "slow down" – all...

Let's have an honest conversation about bank valuations.

I hear it in boardrooms across the country: "We'll consider selling when the multiples improve."

Or my personal favorite: "We won't even look at offers under 2x book."

Here's the truth: If you're waiting for multiples to determi...