In this episode of The Succession Blueprint, Sherice Mangum breaks down one of the most critical tools in business succession planning: the buy-sell agreement. Discover what it is, why every business owner should have one, the four pillars of a strong agreement, and the red flags that signal a poorly written one.

Whether you’re a business owner in Phoenix or anywhere else, this episode will help you understand how to protect your business, your family, and your legacy with a properly structured and funded buy-sell agreement.

Would Your Business Survive Without You?

The Succession Blueprint Podcast – Episode 1 with Sherice Mangum

As a business owner, you’ve poured time, energy, and money into building your company. But here’s a question many entrepreneurs in Phoenix avoid: What happens to your business if you’re suddenly not there tomorrow?

In the premiere episode of The Succession Blueprint with Sherice Mangum, we dive into the hidden risks that can derail a company and the strategies that ensure your business — and family — stay protected.

Why Succession Planning Matters for Phoenix Business Owners

Too often, owners rely on paperwork that isn’t backed by funding or avoid planning altogether. Without proper protection, your family may be forced to sell, your employees left without direction, and your legacy gone overnight.

Sherice Mangum, a Phoenix-based life insurance strategist, explains the three biggest threats to business continuity:

Unfunded Buy-Sell Agreements

An agreement without funding is just a legal document — not a solution. Life insurance provides the liquidity partners need to buy out shares fairly and quickly.

Key Person Risk

Every company depends on one or two critical players. If they’re gone, the business suffers. Key person insurance keeps operations stable and gives you time to recover.

Disability

Business owners are far more likely to face a disability than an early death. Without disability coverage, income stops while expenses keep climbing.

Solutions That Work

Advanced life insurance planning isn’t about buying the biggest policy possible. It’s about designing strategies that match your business goals and protect your people. From funded buy-sell agreements to executive bonus plans, the right structure ensures you’re ready for the unexpected.

Sherice shares a real-world example of a Scottsdale firm that thought they were prepared — until she uncovered gaps in their buy-sell agreement. With the right coverage in place, they secured peace of mind for both the partners and their families.

Key Takeaways

Review your buy-sell agreement and confirm it’s funded.

Identify your true key people and ask, “Could we survive without them?”

Don’t ignore disability — it’s the most overlooked business risk.

Ready to Protect Your Business?

If you’re a Phoenix business owner, now is the time to act. Schedule your complimentary Business Succession Strategy Call with Sherice Mangum today:

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