

Mergers & Acquisitions
Lower Middle Market M&A is our sweet spot. Lakes Business Group, Inc is an M&A Advisory Firm that takes a Large M&A approach to the Small Business Owner to help leverage value up – getting you maximum value for your business during your succession planning journey. Creative Deal Structures are our specialty.
Businesses for Sale
We have many businesses for sale. Please contact us if you do not see an engagement that fits your criteria.
Selling Your Business
The sale of your business can become overwhelming and stressful. In fact, it may be one of the largest transactions of your life. Whether you choose Lakes Business Group, Inc or not, it’s important that you have a comfort level with the Advisor helping you sell your business and guide you through the due diligence process. With over 100 years of M & A Experience, let us prove to you why we are your number one choice and let us earn your business.

Past Transactions
Lakes Business Group, Inc. participates in over 100 transactions per year. Here is a sampling of some of the Successful M&A Transactions.
Recent Testimonials
Dale Altmin
Having Larry Heck as the broker representing the sale of my company has probably been the most difficult transaction of your career…. but you completed the task. I commend you. Not only did you screen and vet each inquiry but you used your experience to follow through with the most qualified buyer. You guided the
Read MoreMatthew Burkert
As an M&A attorney, I believe Lakes Business Group is one of the most respectable lower middle market M&A firms in the Midwest. I have worked very closely with Tim and Nicole for several years to help their clients sell their businesses. They work very hard to protect their clients’ interests throughout the deal process,
Read MoreAndy Simo
“We worked with Michael Szmanda at VR-Lakes Business Group to sell our Transportation Company
Read MoreNatalie Walters
I have worked with the folks at VR Lakes Business Group for years now. I’m consistently impressed with their level of professionalism, their knowledge of the markets, and their ability to get the deal done. They are the area experts on looking outside of the traditional box and getting a deal done. I can direct
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PPP Act Amendments
Here’s an update on the Paycheck Protection Program flexibility Act of 2020 that was passed. This bill, H.R.7010, brings changes to the program including a longer covered period, new spending threshholds and more. The main changes in the Act are: No penalty if you were unable to rehire / hire similarly qualified positions or unable