Before You Buy or Sell a Business

Before you buy a business, ask the seller this question, "What are some problems you've dealt with in the last month?" Keira Hamilton asked that question to the seller before she bought the laundromat that she now owns. Join me in this captivating conversation with Keira Hamilton, a former educator turned entrepreneur. We'll delve into the nuances of due diligence, the realities of owning a laundr...

Selling a business is no small feat, and it requires astute planning, risk-taking, and timely decisions. Thomas Perkins, a seasoned entrepreneur, recently shared his wisdom on the "Before You Buy or Sell a Business" podcast. His journey from being a self-employed barber to a successful business owner of a company grossing $3.5 million annually carries valuable lessons for anyone considering embark...

Buyers and sellers can be friends, right? Well, what about business partners that work together to scale HVAC businesses? In this episode of the Before You Buy or Sell a Business podcast, I sit down with Marc Chard and Spencer Satorie of Apex Services dive into their journey of expanding HVAC companies, sharing insights on acquisitions, systems implementation, and management across multiple locati...

Before you buy or sell a business, hear Josh Levine on the nuances and evolving trends in the business acquisition landscape. In today’s podcast episode, I am joined again (see episode 5) by Josh Levine of Private Market Labs where we talk about: Importance of Focus : Presenting a clear and specific investment thesis helps you stand out to brokers and streamlines the decision-making process. Role...

In this episode of the Before You Buy or Sell a Business podcast, host Jared Johnson sits down with long-time friends and now business owners, Brandt and Danielle Badouin. The couple shares their journey from their respective corporate careers to purchasing a nail salon, highlighting the challenges and triumphs they experienced along the way. Jared and the Badouins delve into the nuances of transi...

Welcome back to another episode of the "Before You Buy or Sell a Business" podcast, host Jared Johnson engages in an insightful conversation with Jeanise Hatcher, a dynamic entrepreneur who transitioned from a corporate career to owning a Pilates studio in Austin, Texas. Initially stumbling upon Pilates during her recovery from a dance injury, Jeanise found a new passion that she decided to transf...

Welcome back to another episode of the Before You Buy or Sell a Business podcast. Recently, I sat down with Rand Larsen and he shared his journey from startup adventures to carving out a niche in the entrepreneurial through acquisition (ETA) space. The discussion unfolds with an exploratory look into Rand's foray into starting his own company and the lessons learned from its quick demise due to ex...

Welcome back to another episode of Before You Buy or Sell a Business. Today, I am happy to introduce a past borrower, Derek Croft, whose recent venture into business ownership presents a unique and fascinating case study for aspiring entrepreneurs. Derek opens up about his transformative journey, beginning with his engineering background, MBA pursuit, and foray into consulting at a top-tier firm....

Welcome back to another episode of Before You Buy or Sell a Business. Today, I talk with Erik Fike as he shares his experience of buying a business while still working in his current role. He discusses how he found the right business, the challenges he faced during the transaction, and the lessons he learned along the way. Erik provides valuable insights into the due diligence process, the importa...

In this episode, host Jared Johnson interviews Eric Pacifici, an attorney specializing in small and medium-sized business (SMB) mergers and acquisitions (M&A).  Eric shares valuable insights and advice for buyers and sellers in the acquisition process. He emphasizes the importance of having legal representation and discusses key contractual terms such as indemnity and non-compete clauses....

In this episode of Before You Buy or Sell a Business, host Jared Johnson welcomes back Tommy Speigner to share his journey and lessons learned from acquiring a business in an industry he had never explored before. Tommy discusses the process, challenges, and triumphs he experienced in finding and buying a company. The conversation dives into the nuances of engaging with investors and the strategic...

In this episode of, host Jared Johnson interviews Daniel Cox, a serial entrepreneur who recently purchased a restaurant. Daniel shares his background and journey from construction to law enforcement to the mental and behavioral health industry. He discusses how he found the listing for the restaurant and the due diligence process he went through before making the purchase. Daniel also provides ins...

In this episode of Before You Buy or Sell a Business, host Jared Johnson interviews August Felker, an entrepreneur with experience in buying and selling businesses, particularly insurance brokerages. August shares his journey from starting a search fund to acquiring his first business, the challenges he faced during the negotiation process, and the emotions he experienced as a seller. He also disc...

In this episode, Jared Johnson interviews Ryan Hutchins, the founder of Peak Business Valuations. They discuss Ryan's background and journey into the world of business valuation, as well as the services provided by his firm. Ryan explains the different approaches used to value a business, including the asset approach, market approach, and income approach.  He also shares insights on the impor...

In this episode, host Jared Johnson interviews Jesse Carlson, the owner of a FedEx business. Jesse shares his journey from working in the entertainment industry to becoming a business owner. He discusses the challenges he faced during the acquisition process and the importance of thorough due diligence. Jesse also highlights the key factors that attracted him to the FedEx business model and the le...

In this episode of Before You Buy or Sell a Business, host Jared Johnson interviews John Hannum, the founder of PPS Solutions, about the importance of having a fractional CFO for small and growing businesses. John shares his insights on the biggest mistakes business owners make, the key things to focus on when selling a business, and the trends he has observed in the small to medium business marke...

In this episode of Before You Buy or Sell a Business, Eric and Joy Rose share their journey of buying a sushi restaurant in Salt Lake City. They discuss their backgrounds, including their experience working for the federal government and living overseas. They explain how they decided to buy a restaurant and why they chose a sushi restaurant. They also talk about the negotiation process and the cha...

In this episode of Before You Buy or Sell a Business, Scott Fournier shares his experience of buying a meat market business in Magnolia, Texas. He talks about his background, the process of finding and evaluating the business, and the financing and closing process. He also discusses the transition period and his plans for the future, including expanding the business and implementing new systems. B...

Mark Basile, a CPA with a background in mergers and acquisitions, shares his experience of buying a landscape business. He discusses his background, the process of finding and acquiring the business, and the challenges he faced during the transition. Mark emphasizes the importance of due diligence and having a clear exit plan when buying a business. Key Takeaways: Mark's background in mergers and...

In this episode of the Before You Buy or Sell a Business podcast, Jeptune Lupiter shares his journey of buying a restaurant and the challenges he faced during the process. He talks about his background in the restaurant industry and how he decided to look for a business to buy. Jeptune discusses the importance of properly managing finances and being transparent with lenders. He also emphasizes the...

About The Guest: Tommy Speigner is an experienced IT professional with a background in sales and technical knowledge. He has worked in various industries and has a passion for entrepreneurship. Tommy is currently based in Las Vegas and is actively looking to buy a business. Summary: Tommy Speigner, an IT professional with a background in sales, shares his experience of trying to buy an art framing...

About The Guest: Ron Quinn is the founder of Accelerated Law Group, a law firm that specializes in business transactions. With over 22 years of experience, Ron has handled thousands of transactions, ranging from small businesses to multimillion-dollar chains. He is known for his expertise in business law and his commitment to providing excellent service to his clients. ​ Summary In this episode, h...

Jarryd Osborne shares his experience in searching for a business to buy and the challenges he faced along the way. He emphasizes the importance of building rapport with sellers, finding the right lender for financing, and conducting thorough due diligence. Jarryd also discusses his transition from searching for a business to becoming a business advisor. Key Takeaways: ➡️Building rapport with selle...

About The Guest: Alina Joseph is a business owner and entrepreneur who has acquired two businesses and is in the process of selling one. She has a background in finance and law, with an MBA and JD degree. Alina has experience in mergers and acquisitions and has a passion for helping others navigate the business acquisition process. Currently, Alina is the owner and CFO at MunchPak , a snack delive...

In this episode of the Before You Buy or Sell the Business podcast, host Jared Johnson interviews Jim Ely, an expert in SBA lending and a NAGGL instructor. Jim has been in the lending industry for over 39 years and has a wealth of knowledge about the acquisition process and recent transactions. Overview In this interview, Jim shares his experiences in the lending industry and provides insights on...