Master the Community Bank Merger Mindset: A CEO's Guide to Attracting Premium Buyers

 

Let's talk about something every bank CEO struggles with when considering a sale: the mental shift from being a builder to being a seller.

 

Here's what typically happens in your mind:

 

"Here's my bank. What will you give me for it?"

 

Simple, right? You've built something...

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Stop Waiting for Better Multiples: A CEO's Guide to Building Real Bank Value

 

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...

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