Riding the Silver Wave: Why Franchising Could Be Your Perfect Exit—or Entry

As both a business broker and the proud owner of two HOTWORX franchises, I've gained a unique perspective on what might be the greatest wealth transfer opportunity of our lifetime:…

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How to Double Your Chances of a Premium Acquisition Offer

One of the most powerful insights from the Value Builder System—based on data from over 80,000 business owners—is this: Companies that can operate smoothly without owner involvement for at least…

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The Hungry Dog Gets the Bone: How a Business Broker Creates Competition to Maximize Your Sale Price

If you’ve ever sold a home, you know the golden rule: more buyers equal better offers. The same principle applies to selling your business, but with one key difference—confidentiality is…

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The Power of Vision in Business: A Lesson from Proverbs

In the fast-paced world of business, it’s easy to get bogged down in the day-to-day operations. But as Proverbs 29:18 reminds us, “Where there is no vision, the people perish.”…

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The Power of a Business Moat: Securing Success and Attracting Buyers

What makes you hard to beat? It's that special thing your customers love but your competitors can’t quite copy. Take Apple, for example. Their big advantage is how all their…

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