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M&A Murders & Accusations: The Good the Bad and The Ugly of Selling Your Business

M&A Murders & Accusations: The Good the Bad and The Ugly of Selling Your Business

By: Rick J. Krebs M&A Advisor CPA and CEPA
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M&A Murders & Accusations: The Good, the Bad, and The Ugly of Selling Your Business! We dig deep into what you MUST know when selling your business. Learn how to NOT kill the sale of your business. Rick J. Krebs, the mastermind M&A Advisor (Mergers & Acquisitions, not Murders and Accusations) and expert at selling businesses, has transformed the lives of countless business owners by helping them secure the right buyer at the right price. You have only one chance to sell your business and this podcast will provide the vital information you need to know.

Brace yourself for mind-blowing discussions with industry experts and business owners who have already sold their businesses.

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Episodes
  • Learn How Exit Planning Added $900,000 to the Selling Price of a Roofing Company

    Learn How Exit Planning Added $900,000 to the Selling Price of a Roofing Company
    Jun 18 2025

    In this episode, discover how smart exit planning strategies drove a $900K increase in business value—and what life looks like after the sale.

    What really happens when the deal closes?

    In this raw and insightful conversation, Gary shares his multi-year journey selling his roofing company—from an initial failed attempt to a competitive seven-offer bidding war. He also reveals the unexpected emotional aftermath of stepping away from the business he built.

    Episode Highlights:

    • From Setback to Seven Offers: Gary’s first attempt to sell fell flat. After revamping operations, upgrading his team, and shifting to accrual accounting, the second go-around attracted serious buyer attention.
    • $900K Value Boost: Targeted operational and financial improvements added nearly a million dollars to the company’s valuation.
    • Life After the Sale: Retirement felt “weird.” Hear how Gary filled the void with family, golf, and even mountain climbing training.

    Visit us at:
    Bsalesgroup.com
    DesignMySale.com

    MyBizValue.com
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    29 mins
  • Panel Discussion With 3 Business Owners Who Recently Sold Their Business

    Panel Discussion With 3 Business Owners Who Recently Sold Their Business
    May 12 2025

    In this episode we recorded a live webinar of the Exit Planning Institute, Utah Chapter of Exit Planners where we listen to the expertise and advice of 3 people who were involved in the sale of a business: Chris Badger($80 Million Sale), Howard Flores (under $5 Million), Don Mealing (somewehere in between on multiple transactions). This is a seller panel discussion with questions from the audience.

    Each panelist shares powerful insight and ideas about what to avoid and how to win when selling a business. You will learn how owners left over $10 Million on the table when they sold their company.

    Visit us at:
    Bsalesgroup.com
    DesignMySale.com

    MyBizValue.com
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • How a financial advisor quarterbacked a transaction correctly

    How a financial advisor quarterbacked a transaction correctly
    Apr 15 2025

    Rick Krebs and guest Josh Hogge discuss a successful business sale involving a financial advisor who effectively guided the client through the process as a "quarterback".

    The advisor, who typically consults clients on financial matters, demonstrated his value by coordinating with business brokers and CPAs. He facilitated a valuation, attended key meetings, and utilized the Business Sales Group "LOI Guys" AI tool evaluate the LOI, ensuring no critical details were overlooked.

    The client received twice the appraised value, highlighting the advisor's strategic role. The advisor's confidence and expertise were boosted, leading him to focus more on M&A deals. The client expressed gratitude, emphasizing the advisor's crucial role in closing the deal.

    Visit us at:
    Bsalesgroup.com
    DesignMySale.com

    MyBizValue.com
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    15 mins

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