How can you build your business with the plan to sell it in the future? Join Saul Cohen, a CPA and acquisitions advisor, as we discuss how saleable businesses are intentionally built for sale and typically have higher valuations, with multiples increasing from 2-3 times those of lifestyle businesses.

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Want To Learn More?

• M&A Basics: Building a Sellable Business
• Preparing Financial Statements When Selling a Business
• M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business.
• Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue

If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].

How much had you thought about what life will be like after you sell your business? Join serial entrepreneur and private equity operator Jim Evanger to learn about the life changes after selling a business. Jim shares his experience of selling his first business, the emotional impact, and the subsequent transition to new ventures.

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Want To Learn More?

• Should I Sell My Business?
• Tips on Preparing Your Business for Sale
• The Importance of Persistence When Selling a Business

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business.
• Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue

If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].

Have you heard about Search Funds and wondered what sets them apart from other investment-based buyers? Join us and Abdel Rahim, a search fund investor, as we discus the search fund model for selling businesses and how it offers founders a smooth transition, flexibility, and potential equity rollover for sellers.

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Want To Learn More?

• Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition: Insights from Harvard Business School Experts
• The M&A Training & Transition Period
• EBITDA | Definition, Formula & Example – A Complete Guide

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business.
• Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue

If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].

Have you been wondering what the “Big Beautiful Bill Act” means for the sale of your business? Join returning guest Bill Weirsema as we discuss the changes that are designed to make M&A transactions more attractive, reduce tax burdens for both buyers and sellers, and stimulate more activity in the market.

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Want To Learn More?

• Allocation of Purchase Price & Taxes When Selling a Business
• EBITDA | Definition, Formula & Example – A Complete Guide
• Qualified Small Business Stock – Tax Benefit That Could Pay Millions

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business.
• Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue

If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].

What is the most stressful part of selling your business? Join us as we discuss the recent acquisition of National Pavement Partners and the balance they had to strike between completing due diligence and looking after their customers during their busiest season.

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Want To Learn More?

• M&A Reps & Warranties | A Complete Guide
• Indemnification in Purchase Agreements | M&A Basics
• The M&A Purchase Agreement | An Overview

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business.
• Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue

If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].

Learn all about how the new SBA loan standard operation procedures will influence your sale. Steve Mariani, a financing intermediary, emphasized the importance of understanding these changes, particularly the equity injection rules and the impact on vehicle liens, to navigate SBA transactions effectively.

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Want To Learn More?  

• SBA Financing When Buying or Selling a Business
• M&A Seller Financing: A Complete Guide
• Small Business Acquisition Financing

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business.
• Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue

If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].

What do buyers look for in a business, and how can you increase the value of your business by focusing on these areas? Join us as we discuss strategies for increasing the value of your businesses to attract buyers with Justin Goodbread, a business coach and financial advisor.

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Want To Learn More? 

• M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses
• Optimizing Your Business for a Successful Exit
• How Involved Will I Be in Selling My Business?

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business.
• Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue

If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].

Once you’ve sold your business, you need to think about how to best secure your future. John Paul Szita, an entrepreneur and real estate investor, suggests allocating at least one-third of your proceeds to real estate investing alongside experienced partners.

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Want To Learn More? 

• How to be Happy After Selling Your Company
• How to Be Financially Free after You Sell Your Business
• Critical Financial and Estate Planning Strategies When Selling Your Business

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue

If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].

Wondering how to build an M&A team that will help you maximize your business’s value? In this episode, Dustin Williamson, CFO, discusses the importance of seeking good advice from experienced professionals. He highlights the critical stages of the M&A process, including the need for financial advice, investment banking, and legal counsel who specialize in M&A. 

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Want To Learn More? 

• The Role of Accountants When Selling Your Business
• The Role of M&A Lawyers When Selling Your Business
• Do I Need to Hire a Local Business Broker?

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue 

If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].

Ever wondered what it’s like to raise capital in a Series A round? Listen to Guillaume Thomas, founder and CEO of Martingale Cognac, discuss his experience raising capital for his cognac startup. Find out how he convinced people to invest, what his greatest challenge was, and what he learnt from his investors.

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 Want To Learn More?  

• The Impact of AI, Fintech, and Fundraising on M&A
• Raising Value: A Fresh Perspective
• Behind the Scenes – From Startup to a $441 Million Exit

Additional Resources:

• Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business
• Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue

 If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].