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***New Video Alert! Today, I discuss the four levels of assurance that lenders rely upon and the six stages of small business failure and how this keeps your banker up at night. Watch this week’s video here: https://youtu.be/9Xl43oe58JA Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett Download Eroding Assurances in our https://www.BusinessAndAssetValues.com education centre. https://www.businessandassetvalues.com/faq#EducationCentre #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers #smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #buyabusiness #businessloan #loandefault #missedpayment #smallbusinessloans **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com -Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

***New Video Alert! Should you quit your job and search for a business full time? This week, I made a video about the pros and cons of searching full vs. part time and what lessons we can learn from people who already own a business who search to grow via acquisition. Part time search can work better, if you have a real plan. Watch this week’s video here: https://youtu.be/pl92EhRWR-M Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com -Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

***New Video Alert! You’re buying a business? Spend some time investigating these three things. If there’s something being hidden from you, these will likely reveal clues to help you track down real problems. Watch this week’s video here: https://youtu.be/Kga6ighe8oE Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers #smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #buyabusiness #keymetrics #investigation #duediligence **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com -Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

Marshall Lebovitz, a lending expert with 35 years of experience, joins the discussion on financing options for unbankable businesses. He shares insights on navigating lending challenges, highlighting the importance of trusted advisors and tailored financing strategies. Marshall explains the complexities of securing capital for cash-starved companies and the implications of different lending options, especially for restaurants and hospitality. He emphasizes the necessity of effective cash flow management and understanding risk profiles for long-term success.

***New Video Alert! I met with a fantastic group of young professional women who were interested in building wealth. Their big question- Can you invest in small businesses and produce a passive income like real estate or a stock portfolio? Big question! I dig into it this week and let you know what I think and also what considerations you would need to make if you ever thought you wanted to try this. Watch this week’s video here: https://youtu.be/kQCfKa-GKA4 Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett #businessbroker #bizbroker #businessbrokers #smallbusiness #mergersandacquisitions #smallbiz #buyabusiness #passiveinvestment #passiveincome #boringbusiness Buy and run a small business as a side-hustle? https://youtu.be/ubAC-SwuJNs Investing in a small business while keeping your job: https://youtu.be/jmRz4sqFAk4 **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com -Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

In this lively discussion, Adi Klevit, a seasoned leader at the Business Success Consulting Group, shares her 8-step framework for systematizing small businesses. She emphasizes the importance of structured processes to enhance efficiency and reduce employee turnover. Adi highlights the need for tailored software solutions and discusses balancing systematization with flexibility. Real-life examples illustrate how effective documentation can drive growth. This conversation is a treasure trove for anyone looking to optimize their business operations!

Discover how working capital adjustments can complicate small business sales. Uncover the frustrations buyers face when realizing they need more operating capital. Learn the importance of normalizing balance sheets for accurate negotiations and valuations. Explore proactive preparation tips for sellers to enhance their business’s marketability. Finally, gain insights into tracking financial metrics and the significance of networking capital for potential buyers.

Do your customers’ politics matter? New Livestream guest- Chris Peterson I’m happy to have Chris join me on a live broadcast. He’s got an impressive background in the world of marketing research. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing his new book… Red and Blue Customers. I thought you weren’t supposed to discuss politics in business? Well, we break all the rules on my show. Chris has some interesting research on what divides and brings people together. It turns out that Liberals and Conservatives buy different products, follow different brands and more. Determining the position of your customers can give insights into what might work and what might not for your business, even if it’s small. This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone trying to grow a business. Chris' online site is https://www.lifemind.ai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrispetersonsf/ **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com -Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

Dive into the critical world of balance sheets, where misrepresented liabilities can lead to financial pitfalls. A riveting case study reveals the risks of poor accounting practices and shares essential strategies for safeguarding your business. The host emphasizes audience engagement and the importance of entrepreneurial resources, promoting valuable services for those looking to sell their businesses. Tune in for insights that could help you navigate the complex landscape of small business finance!

Manage and protect online marketing assets New Livestream guest- Paige Wiese I’m happy to have Paige join me on a live broadcast. She works with clients on digital marketing and branding projects. Tune in and as we’ll be discussing how small business owners lose control of online digital marketing assets and what can be done about it. This is a ‘must see event’ for small business owners. Especially if you can’t tell TiKToK from Instagram. Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available. We’ll be going live Monday June 02, 2025 at 1 PM Atlantic Time and 12 Noon Eastern Time See you there! David C Barnett Find Paige' website here: treeringdigital.com/db Find Paige on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paigewiese/ **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com -Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com