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In this episode of the Before You Buy or Sell a Business podcast, host Jared Johnson welcomes Mark Fleming, a specialist in business acquisitions and co-founder of Owner Actions.
Mark shares his journey from a background steeped in finance and trading to becoming an essential guide for investors at the critical 'search' stage of business acquisition. He emphasizes the challenging yet crucial initial phase of the acquisition process, a step often overlooked by many who are eager to jump straight to the deal-making stage.
The conversation delves into pivotal topics including the significance of selecting the right business based on industry experience, the unforeseen hurdles in business acquisition, and Mark's strategic use of reps and warranties insurance to mitigate risks.
They also explore the current economic climate, touching on the implications of tariffs and interest rates on small businesses. Mark underscores the importance of persevering through economic fluctuations and maintaining focus on core business values like customer service and cash management. The dialogue culminates in forward-looking insights on what buyers should anticipate in the evolving landscape of business acquisition.
HIGHLIGHTS
You can get in touch with Mark at https://www.owneractions.com/
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If you have questions for Jared, visit https://jaredwjohnson.com/
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this program are my own and/or those of my guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of my employer.
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In this episode of the Before You Buy or Sell a Business podcast, host Jared Johnson welcomes Mark Fleming, a specialist in business acquisitions and co-founder of Owner Actions.
Mark shares his journey from a background steeped in finance and trading to becoming an essential guide for investors at the critical 'search' stage of business acquisition. He emphasizes the challenging yet crucial initial phase of the acquisition process, a step often overlooked by many who are eager to jump straight to the deal-making stage.
The conversation delves into pivotal topics including the significance of selecting the right business based on industry experience, the unforeseen hurdles in business acquisition, and Mark's strategic use of reps and warranties insurance to mitigate risks.
They also explore the current economic climate, touching on the implications of tariffs and interest rates on small businesses. Mark underscores the importance of persevering through economic fluctuations and maintaining focus on core business values like customer service and cash management. The dialogue culminates in forward-looking insights on what buyers should anticipate in the evolving landscape of business acquisition.
HIGHLIGHTS
You can get in touch with Mark at https://www.owneractions.com/
______________________________________________________________________
If you have questions for Jared, visit https://jaredwjohnson.com/
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this program are my own and/or those of my guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of my employer.
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