CRASCH and Flemlord made some great points. I'll also add:
The paying price for your company and your post-transaction salary are separate issues. You wouldn't agree to be acquired for less than you feel your company is worth so why agree to become an employee for less than you feel you're worth.
And don't discount the other kinds of value a larger company can provide. Different positions, your working schedule (4 day week?), company car, etc... Now is the time to ask for what you want.
The paying price for your company and your post-transaction salary are separate issues. You wouldn't agree to be acquired for less than you feel your company is worth so why agree to become an employee for less than you feel you're worth.
And don't discount the other kinds of value a larger company can provide. Different positions, your working schedule (4 day week?), company car, etc... Now is the time to ask for what you want.