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You want to be your own boss. Maybe you’re tired of your current gig. Maybe you’re sitting on a 401(k), a chip on your shoulder, and no clear next step. You could build a business from scratch. Or you could do what I did: buy one that already works. Here’s the truth: Starting a business … Read more
From Dreamer to Owner: The Real Process Behind a Small Business Acquisition If you’re new to buying a business, the process probably feels murky—like trying to guess what’s behind a locked door while someone else holds the key. Most first-time buyers think it starts with seeing a listing and ends with wiring money. That’s the … Read more
Most people think buying a business is for rich people. That you need a pile of cash, a finance degree, and a group of polished advisors with pitch decks and private equity connections. They’re wrong. What you need is a structure that works—and the willingness to use it. I’ve bought businesses with little to no … Read more
I didn’t want to share. Not the upside. Not the decision-making. And definitely not the credit. Sometimes you need a partner.Most times, you don’t. That’s not a philosophy. That’s a scar. When I bought my first company, I didn’t bring in an equity partner. Not because someone handed me a check. Not because I hit … Read more