Before You Buy or Sell a Business

The Secret to Seamless Business Sales: Insider Tips on Navigating the Buying Process | Ep. 45


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Navigating the intricate world of buying and selling businesses can be challenging. Understanding due diligence, valuations, and the right mindset is crucial.

In this episode of the "Before You Buy or Sell a Business" podcast, host Jared Johnson engages Rosco Graves from Polaxis in a deep dive into the nuances of buying and selling businesses.

They discuss the pertinent steps necessary for a successful business acquisition or sale, including crucial due diligence phases. With Jared’s experience as a lender and Rosco’s corporate and entrepreneurial background, the episode exposes valuable strategies to enhance transaction success rates.

Rosco shares his journey from the high echelons of corporate finance to his role in supporting small and medium-sized business owners. This transition equipped him with practical insights into the diligence, financial modeling, and strategic planning required for business transactions.

Rosco and Jared then explore the importance of conducting a quality of earnings report in determining the true value of a business. They outline how even seemingly small improvements in a business's operation or financial status can significantly affect its sale price and buyer interest.

Key Takeaways:
  • Conducting thorough due diligence can prevent costly errors in business transactions.
  • A quality of earnings report is crucial for accurately assessing a business’s financial health.
  • Sellers should proactively prepare their businesses to attract quality buyers and higher valuations.
  • Understanding your personal capabilities in business operations can guide a more successful acquisition.
  • Building a reliable team of advisors is essential for navigating the complexities of business transactions.

For more information about Rosco, visit: https://polaxis.co/

This episode of the "Before You Buy or Sell a Business" podcast delivers a wealth of information for prospective buyers and sellers aiming to navigate the market efficiently and effectively. For more in-depth insights and practical advice, don't miss listening to the full episode, and subscribe to our series for more valuable content.

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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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