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What Is the 80/20 Rule in Private Equity?

Explanation of the 80/20 rule in private equity and how it relates to investment returns and portfolio performance.

Approximately 80% of private equity returns come from just 20% of investments—but what separates these elite performers from the rest? Find out how to get your plumbing company into the 20% of companies PE firms identify and nurture as their biggest winners.

How many times EBITDA is a Plumbing company worth?

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If you’re planning to sell your plumbing business, you might be surprised by what it’s actually worth. While most companies sell for 2x-4.5x EBITDA, five specific factors can push your valuation significantly higher than you’d expect.

What Is the Failure Rate of Private Equity?

Explanation of the failure rate of private equity investments and risks involved in private equity deals.

Private equity-backed companies are 10 times more likely to go bankrupt than regular businesses, with a record 110 PE failures in 2024 alone costing over 65,000 jobs. So how do you choose the right PE firm to buy your Plumbing Company and succeed where others failed?