How should you prepare to buy or sell a business? In this episode, Sam and Jacob aim to encourage, empower and equip you to prepare to buy or sell a business successfully. Having an idea of how long deals take, understanding the other party's motivations and priorities, understanding cost -...
2. How does the deal process work? (Part 2 of 8)
How does the deal process work? In this episode, Sam and Jacob give a 1,000ft view of how the deal process works. Finding a deal, initial negotiations, due diligence, terms, and closing are just a few of the steps in the process discussed on the show. Listen in for the...
3. Who should you have on your deal team? (Part 3 of 8)
Who should you have on your deal team? In this episode, Sam and Jacob help you consider the best way to build your dream team deal team. It takes the village - you, attorneys, bankers, industry experts, and others to get it done. Carefully consider those people and you're on...
4. What are the buyer’s and seller’s priorities? (Part 4 of 8)
What are the buyer's and seller's priorities? In this episode, Sam and Jacob talk about buyer and seller priorities. It's important to consider as you shoot for the win-win scenario. Putting it all out on the table is going to go a long way, as goals, dreams, continuity, getting the...
5. What are the key terms in buying or selling a business? (Part 5 of 8)
What are the key terms in buying or selling a business? In this episode, Sam and Jacob discuss hammering down the key terms in buying and selling a business. What are the payment terms? What are the purchased and excluded assets? How about assumed and excluded liabilities? It's all important!...
8. How Much Should You Budget for Buying or Selling a Business? (Part 8 of 8)
How much should you budget for buying or selling a business? In this episode, Sam and Jacob tackle that million dollar question. The answer...it depends! Hear the discussion on all of the variables that go into forming a budget, some of them including: bank fees, accounting fees, taxes, third party...
7. What are the documents used in buying or selling a business? (Part 7 of 8)
What are the documents used in buying or selling a business? In this episode, Sam and Jacob help you get your docs in a row. We'd all love to nail down deals with a word and a handshake, but we know one needs their printers ready to rock and roll...
6. How should you structure your deal? (Part 6 of 8)
How should you structure deals? In this episode, Sam and Jacob discuss how to structure deals. Are your ears itching to hear about stock purchases, buyer advantages, asset purchases and the like? Well you've come to the right place. Enjoy the episode! Legal topics discussed on this podcast are for...