Answers to Your Most Important Questions About Acquiring a Business

We specialize in connecting buyers with licensed companies in regulated industries, including:

• Fintech & Financial Services: Payment Institutions (SPI, API, EMI, SEMI), Money Service Businesses (MSBs), Forex firms, and Money Service Operators (MSOs).
• Digital Assets & Blockchain: Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), CASPs, and licensed crypto companies.
• Gaming & Entertainment: Fully licensed gaming operators.
• Technology, IT & AI: Software companies and AI-driven businesses.

Each opportunity is carefully vetted to ensure compliance, profitability, and growth potential.

Confidentiality is a cornerstone of our approach. Estrella protects your interests through:

• Strict Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with sellers.
• Anonymized M&A Teasers to provide high-level insights without revealing sensitive details.
• Secure Virtual Data Rooms (VDRs) for controlled access to critical documentation.

Our process ensures your identity and intentions remain secure throughout the transaction.

The timeline varies depending on the complexity of the transaction, due diligence requirements, and regulatory approvals. Typically:

• Smaller acquisitions: 3–6 months.
• Larger, highly regulated acquisitions: 6–12 months or longer.

Estrella’s efficient processes, including detailed preparation and due diligence management, help minimize delays while ensuring a thorough transaction.

Our process provides you with detailed, actionable insights, including:

1. Anonymized M&A Teasers: Initial summaries highlighting the business’s strengths, licensing, and market potential.
2. Confidential Information Memoranda (CIMs): Comprehensive overviews of financials, operations, growth opportunities, and risks.
3. Due Diligence Access: In-depth documentation through secure VDRs to review compliance, financials, and operational details.

Our team uses a tailored approach to align acquisition opportunities with your strategic goals, considering:

• Licensing requirements (e.g., EMI, VASP, Gaming).
• Geographic focus (Europe, U.S., Asia, etc.).
• Business size, market positioning, and scalability.

With a database of vetted sellers and extensive industry expertise, we ensure every opportunity is a strong fit for your objectives.

Due diligence is the process of thoroughly reviewing a business’s operations, finances, and compliance to ensure it meets your expectations. Estrella supports buyers during due diligence by:

• Managing secure VDRs for reviewing documents.
• Conducting financial, operational, and regulatory assessments.
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks.

This step ensures you have all the information needed to make confident decisions.

In addition to the purchase price, buyers may incur costs such as:

• Due Diligence Fees: For legal, financial, and operational reviews.
• Advisory Fees: For services provided by Estrella and other professional advisors.
• Regulatory Costs: Licensing transfer fees or re-registration costs, if applicable.

Estrella provides transparent guidance on potential costs, ensuring no surprises during the process.

We conduct detailed valuations using proven methodologies such as:

• Cash Flow Analysis: Evaluating profitability and future revenue potential.
• Comparable Sales: Benchmarking against similar businesses in the market.
• Industry Benchmarks: Considering licensing, compliance, and growth potential specific to fintech, crypto, gaming, or technology.

These valuations ensure that the asking price reflects the true market value of the business.

Post-acquisition, Estrella continues to provide support to ensure a smooth transition:

• Assisting with licensing transfers and compliance requirements.
• Coordinating operational handovers to minimize disruptions.
• Offering integration guidance for seamless business continuity.

Our goal is to set you up for success from day one.

Starting your acquisition journey is simple:

1. Contact us to discuss your goals and acquisition criteria.
2. Receive an overview of vetted opportunities aligned with your strategy.
3. Begin the process with tailored support from our team.

Our experts are ready to guide you every step of the way.