Marc Adams helps business owners plan their exit the smart way. He is a top business exit planner, M&A expert, and best-selling author. Marc shows founders how to grow their business, sell it, and keep more money. He is backed by £18 billion in family office support. His system helps you find hidden value, grow through acquisition, and avoid big tax bills when you sell.

In this episode, Marc answers:

→ What is a business exit strategy, and why should you plan it from day one?

→ How can business exit planning help you keep more of what you built?

→ What is the smartest way to grow through acquisition as a founder?

→ How can you buy a business with no money down, even with no experience?

→ Why do most business owners lose money in M&A, and how can you avoid it?

→ What does a tax free business sale look like, and who qualifies for it?

→ How does personal legacy shape your exit plan, and why does it matter?

If you’re a founder, business owner, or entrepreneur who wants to grow, sell, or keep more from your exit, this episode is for you.

Where to find Marc Adams:

→ Website: https://acquisitions4you.com/

→ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/1marcadams/

Where to find Mike Sirius:

→ Website: https://www.mikesirius.com

→ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/msirius/

In this episode, we cover:

00:00 The Journey of a Young Entrepreneur

03:10 Understanding Business Valuation and Exit Strategies

05:59 The Importance of Planning for Business Sale

08:57 Overcoming Personal Challenges and Finding Purpose

12:13 Strategies for Doubling Business Value

15:12 Navigating Tax Implications in Business Sales

18:01 Acquisition Financing and Consulting for Equity

20:53 Building Value Without Cash Investment

33:56 Turning Points: A Teen's Journey from Trouble to Triumph

36:21 Creative Financing: Strategies for Young Entrepreneurs

38:33 The Information Game: Knowledge vs. Implementation

40:50 Tax Strategies: Navigating Business Structures

43:41 Finding the Right Specialists: Building Trust in Business

48:15 Setting Goals: The Importance of Vision in Business

51:39 Accelerating Growth: Strategies for Rapid Business Expansion

01:02:03 Understanding Business Value and Growth Strategies

01:04:25 The Importance of Tailored Business Strategies

01:06:40 Secret Methods for Doubling Business Value

01:07:30 Wealth Protection Post-Sale

01:10:01 The Double and Keep It Blueprint

01:12:13 Rapid Fire Questions on Business Acquisition

01:19:19 Credibility in Zero Down Business Deals

01:22:45 Understanding Earn Outs and Acquisition Strategies

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