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16 published features and expert citations across finance, M&A, and business advisory media.

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The 2026 Business Sale Boom Is Coming โ€” Here's How to Catch It, Not Get Crushed by It

M&A market timing, seller preparation, and why 2026 is a pivotal year for business owners considering an exit.

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California Business Journal California Business Journal

Business Advisor Paul Cheetham Explains His Take on the Impact of Federal Reserve Decisions on Business Valuations

Analysis of how Fed rate decisions flow through to EBITDA multiples and business valuations in the lower-middle market.

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Los Angeles Wire Los Angeles Wire

Exiting on Your Terms: How Vanla Group Protects the Legacy You've Built

A firm profile examining Vanla Group's confidential, off-market approach to business sales and seller outcomes.

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USA News USA News

What Every Business Founder Should Know About Exit Strategies in 2026

Vanla Group shares key M&A trends and valuation drivers for founders planning an exit in 2026.

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LA Progressive LA Progressive

How Smart Exit Planning for Small Business Owners Is Reshaping Local Economies

How proper exit planning and M&A advisory contributes to economic continuity and community stability in Southern California.

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NewsBreak NewsBreak

Vanla Group Positioned to Support SME Owners as M&A Market Activity Hits New Highs

Market positioning piece on Vanla Group's readiness to serve business owners as deal activity accelerates.

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Nasdaq Nasdaq

5 Money Habits the Middle Class Needs To Stop Doing To Become Upper-Middle Class

Paul Cheetham provides expert commentary on wealth-building habits and financial positioning for business owners.

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Yahoo Finance Yahoo Finance

5 Money Habits the Middle Class Needs To Stop Doing To Become Upper-Middle Class

Syndicated from Nasdaq โ€” Paul Cheetham's financial commentary reaching Yahoo Finance's broad business owner audience.

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GOBankingRates GOBankingRates

I'm a Financial Planner: 6 Retirement Moves You'll Regret If You Plan To Retire in 2026

Paul Cheetham weighs in on retirement planning decisions and their intersection with business exit timing.

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NerdWallet NerdWallet

Business Credit Scores: What They Are, How to Check Yours

Paul Cheetham contributes expert insight on business credit and its role in company financial health.

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NerdWallet NerdWallet

Business Credit Cards for Bad Credit

Expert commentary on small business financing options and capital access strategies.

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AOL AOL

5 Money Habits the Middle Class Needs To Stop Doing To Become Upper-Middle Class

Further syndication of Paul's financial commentary, reaching AOL's personal finance readership.

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Phoenix Business Journal Phoenix Business Journal

Compass to Acquire Anywhere Real Estate, Creating $10B Enterprise

Paul Cheetham provides M&A market commentary on a landmark real estate industry transaction.

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Franchise Wire Franchise Wire

The Power of the LOI in Franchising

Deal structure expertise โ€” Paul Cheetham on Letters of Intent and how they shape M&A and franchise transactions.

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Insurance NewsNet Insurance NewsNet

Federal Reserve Cuts Rates Again; Powell Says Dec. Cut 'Not a Foregone Conclusion'

Paul Cheetham provides context on how Federal Reserve rate decisions affect business valuations and M&A activity.

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