We close what we commit to. Your clients deserve that certainty.
Ridge and Valley Holdings acquires small service businesses in the $1M–$2M range. We work cooperatively with brokers, respect existing fee arrangements, and move with purpose from LOI to close.
Exactly what we're looking for.
We are transparent about our criteria so brokers can quickly qualify listings. We are industry-agnostic across service businesses with particular interest in home services, staffing, wellness, senior care, and training & certification. See detailed profiles of our target industries.
Minimum SDE
$200,000+ in Seller's Discretionary Earnings
Operating History
3+ years of continuous operation
Purchase Price
$1,000,000–$2,000,000 range
SDE Multiples
2.5x–4.0x, depending on size and stability
Clean Financials
3 years of verifiable financial records
Customer Concentration
No single customer exceeding 25% of revenue
No Active Litigation
Clean legal standing and no deferred maintenance
Transition Support
Seller available for 30–60 days post-close
A process built on respect and speed.
We understand that your reputation depends on the buyers you bring to your clients. Here is exactly what working with us looks like.
You Send the Opportunity
Share the listing, CIM, or teaser. We review within 24 hours and give you a clear yes, no, or follow-up questions, never radio silence.
We Move With Purpose
If there's a fit, we submit a fair LOI promptly. No low-ball offers designed to anchor. No re-trades after due diligence begins. Our price is our price.
We Close What We Commit To
We have financing relationships in place, capital committed, and a documented operational playbook. When we sign an LOI, we intend to close.
Your Fees Are Respected
We never attempt to go around a broker. If you introduced the deal, your commission arrangement is honored in full, without question.
Clear Communication Throughout
You'll always know where things stand. We provide regular status updates and are available for calls whenever you or your client need us.
Respectful Due Diligence
We conduct thorough but efficient due diligence, minimizing disruption to the business and completing our review within 30–45 days.
Why deals close with us.
We know that the greatest risk in any deal isn't the offer price, it's whether the buyer can actually close. Here's why we don't fall out of deals. Learn more about how we handle due diligence and how we work with brokers on every deal.
SBA Pre-Qualification
We maintain active relationships with SBA 7(a) lenders and pursue pre-qualification before making offers, so financing is never a surprise.
Capital Committed
$100,000 in personal equity plus angel capital raised specifically for acquisition. Our funds are real and available, not contingent on future fundraising.
Documented Playbook
Our 90-day shared services integration playbook is built and tested. We know exactly what we're doing from day one post-close.
Experienced Advisory Board
Our advisors include M&A attorneys, exit planning specialists, negotiation experts, and operations leaders who have done this before.
How we compare to other buyer types.
| Ridge & Valley Holdings | Private Equity | Individual Buyer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Close certainty | High: financing in place, capital committed | High, but may re-trade | Variable: financing uncertain |
| Who runs the business | Founders operate personally | Installs outside management | Buyer operates (often first-time) |
| Employee retention | Core commitment: team stays | Headcount reduction common | Varies widely |
| Re-trade risk | Our price is our price | Frequent post-LOI adjustments | Common due to inexperience |
| Timeline to close | 60–120 days | 90–180 days | 90–180+ days |
| Seller financing | Welcomed: viewed as mutual alignment | Rarely accepted | Often required |
| Broker fees | Always honored in full | Typically honored | Sometimes disputed |
| Post-close legacy | Brand preserved, community served | Brand may be absorbed or retired | Depends on buyer |
Questions we hear most.
How quickly will you respond to a listing I send?
Do you honor existing commission arrangements?
Are you actually able to close, or are you still figuring things out?
What industries do you focus on?
Will you re-trade after signing an LOI?
Do you require seller financing?
Can I add you to my buyer list for future opportunities?
Have a listing that fits?
Book a 30-minute introductory call, or send us the details directly. Every inquiry receives a personal response within one business day.
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