Before You Buy or Sell a Business

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. Eric also addresses the cost of leg...

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 approaches for buying and growing ...

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 insights into the challenges and oppor...

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 discusses his transition into supportin...

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 importance of accurate financials, the ro...

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 lessons he has learned since taking o...

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 market. He also provides valuable advice...

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 challenges they faced in securing fina...

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.

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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 acquisitions gave him the necessa...

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 need for focus and determination i...

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 business in Las Vegas. He discusses h...

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, host Jared Johnson interviews Ron Quinn,...

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 sellers is crucial in the acquisition ...

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 delivery service.

Summary:

Alina Joseph, a bu...

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 the SBA loan process. He discusses th...

Jeff Solomon, a successful entrepreneur who has acquired multiple businesses, shares his journey into restaurant entrepreneurship, the importance of prioritizing quality over cost, and offers advice for potential buyers.

In this episode of the Before You Buy or Sell a Business Podcast, host Jared Johnson interviews Jeff Solomon on his experience from running casinos to sushi restaurants. Solomon emphasizes the importance of thoroug...

In this episode of the podcast "Before You Buy or Sell the Business," host Jared Johnson interviews Eric Hooiman, the now-owner of the oldest glass company in Las Vegas, on how he turned around the business to become successful. 

Eric was a long-time gold miner with experience in designing and installing fire suppression systems. The conversation is casual and friendly, with Jared expressing his admiration for Eric's recent dea...

In this podcast episode, host Jared Johnson, welcomes Ken Kirkpatrick, a business acquirer who has acquired multiple businesses and is always on the lookout for more.

First Steps

Ken graduated from UNLV with an accounting degree and worked for Citibank before joining KPMG, where he got certified as a CPA. After three years with KPMG, he was approached by a small group of casinos looking for a comptrolle...