Stephen Speer is the founder and CEO of Ecommerce Lending, which specializes in SBA loans. He’s done over 500 transactions, with only 3 deals failing after purchase. Podcast Nuggies + Seller Mistakes: Bad Financial bookkeeping Co-mingling of assets No diversification + Pari Passu Financing   Secure your spot at The Self-Funded Search Conference: selffundedsearchconference.com   Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note to monica@letsbuyabusiness.com   Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? How to Buy Your First Small Business through Acquisition Entrepreneurship https://letsbuyabusiness.com/course   Previous Show - https://podcasts.apple.com/bh/podcast/alternative-lending-options-for-%245-%2420m-businesses/id1506985601?i=1000563971164   Connect with Stephen Speer - https://ecommercelending.com/

Why do brokers reject most of the businesses they see? AND, what is happening in the economy??   Secure your spot at The Self-Funded Search Conference: selffundedsearchconference.com   Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note to monica@letsbuyabusiness.com   Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? How to Buy Your First Small Business through Acquisition Entrepreneurship https://letsbuyabusiness.com/course

Behdad Jamshidi has met with over 800 agencies. That's insane. Behdad has a wealth of knowledge in business and lifestyle design. We dive into different agency business models and how to pick the right agency. He pairs entrepreneurs and businesses with the right agency. Cool business model.Podcast Nuggies: How to hire an agency. How to make an agency partnership successful. Owners not owning the process. Lifestyle design.   Ampleo: The Go-To Source for Financial Due Diligence https://lp.ampleo.com/transaction-advisory   Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note to monica@letsbuyabusiness.com or r@letsbuyabusiness.com   Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? How to Buy Your First Small Business through Acquisition Entrepreneurship https://letsbuyabusiness.com/course

Risks = They sleep well at night. No Debt = Walk away option Cost Basis...   Secure your spot at The Self-Funded Search Conference: selffundedsearchconference.com Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note to monica@letsbuyabusiness.com of r@letsbuyabusiness.com Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? How to Buy Your First Small Business through Acquisition Entrepreneurship https://letsbuyabusiness.com/course

James Lincoln, a BYU MBA student and organizer of the BYU ETA event, shares his insights on entrepreneurship through acquisition. He discusses the vibrant gathering of over 200 attendees, blending students and seasoned professionals. James highlights innovative funding strategies for aspiring buyers and the growth of self-funded searches in business acquisitions. He also reflects on the unique challenges and triumphs from his entrepreneurial journey, including his development of a digital marketing agency, providing listeners with inspiration and practical advice.

Patrick breaks down Net Working Capital into digestible bites. Working Capital is incredibly confusing and usually makes deals fall apart in the 11th hour.   Podcast Nuggies: WALK THE MONEY Understanding the Collection of AR + Days to pay vendors Ask the Experts Ampleo: The Go-To Source for Financial Due Diligence https://lp.ampleo.com/transaction-advisory   Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note to monica@letsbuyabusiness.com or r@letsbuyabusiness.com   Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? **How to Buy Your First Small Business through Acquisition Entrepreneurship** https://letsbuyabusiness.com/course

Jordan Hammond, a dynamic entrepreneur who turned early setbacks into stepping stones, shares his journey of scaling a startup to $15 million in revenue while completing two acquisitions. He discusses the power of collaboration, especially with competitors, to overcome challenges. The importance of a skilled CFO and networking in strategic growth are also highlighted. Jordan reveals his insights into navigating cash flow issues and his plans for future acquisitions, showcasing how creativity can drive revenue, even in uncertain times.

The Donut King - How the Cambodian Immigration Wave took over the donut industry. This is an awesome story of hard work, creativity, leaning into your special sauce (FREE LABOR), and not letting your head get too big.   Ampleo: The Go-To Source for Financial Due Diligence https://lp.ampleo.com/transaction-advisory   Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note to monica@letsbuyabusiness.com of r@letsbuyabusiness.com   Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? How to Buy Your First Small Business through Acquisition Entrepreneurship https://letsbuyabusiness.com/course

Nathan has coached leaders from Google to DoorDash to P&G in mastering the inner game. The inner game is critical for all entrepreneurs, executives, parents, and basically all humans. He started at Lehman Brothers where I had a front-row seat to the largest bankruptcy in history. Podcast Nuggies Developing a Clear Vision Daily Routines and Practice (practice before you need it) Buckets of Life   Ampleo: The Go-To Source for Financial Due Diligence https://lp.ampleo.com/transaction-advisory Ready to level up?Consulting open for 2 spots. https://letsbuyabusiness.com/consult Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? **How to Buy Your First Small Business through Acquisition Entrepreneurship** https://letsbuyabusiness.com/course   Find Nathan's book, The Unconquerable Leader: Mastering the Internal and External Game here:https://amzn.to/3y0a4CL

We have a lot of new listeners. I dive into my background, a few business stories that shaped and how I changed my career path every few years.I still continue to reinvent my career every 2 years. I'm sure you do too.   Ampleo: The Go-To Source for Financial Due Diligence https://lp.ampleo.com/transaction-advisory Need more help in your search? Consulting open for 2 spots. https://letsbuyabusiness.com/consult Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? How to Buy Your First Small Business through Acquisition Entrepreneurship https://letsbuyabusiness.com/course