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Sellers must be realistic about the value of their business in the current environment, considering factors like segment and brand impact.

Technology is used to create business value in a post-COVID world, with franchises adapting to digital platforms and online capabilities.

Multi-brand franchisees are expanding their operations in 2021, with a focus on real estate opportunities and growth.

Capital Ideas for 2021 explores the post-Covid growth opportunities for the restaurant industry.

The article discusses the winners and losers, risks, and opportunities in the restaurant industry, real estate, and finance in a post-Covid landscape.

In the past 3 months, operators have focused their time, energy, planning, and execution on navigating through the adverse impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.

Expect a busy year for M&A deals in 2020, with franchise transactions outside the food space accelerating.

C Squared Advisors shares tips for multi-unit operators to preserve liquidity and find debt relief during the pandemic.

M&A trends point to 2020 as a busy year for deals, with a continued focus on asset light refranchising initiatives and franchise resales and consolidation.

Franchisees can take steps to prepare for an economic downturn, including communicating with financial stakeholders, extending maturities, and reworking credit facilities.

Preparing for a sale requires time and effort to maximize returns in a liquidity event.

Established franchisees have various financing and capitalization alternatives, including traditional capital and external equity capital, which require a firm understanding of their business's goals and growth strategies.

When reviewing new investment opportunities, it is important to stay focused on a limited number of brands.

The deal-making process for established brands and emerging concepts differs significantly.

Franchise owners and management teams should be open to deal opportunities and strategically increase the probability of a successful process.

Franchisees can strategically approach adding other brands to their portfolios, considering factors such as risk diversification and real estate strategies.

Franchisees should prioritize financial integrity and credibility to ensure successful growth and expansion, especially during periods of rapid growth.