Acquisition Collective
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Acquisition Collective
How to Spot Red Flags & Win Big!
Buying a business is one of the best ways to build wealth, but most entrepreneurs make costly mistakes that could have been avoided. In this powerhouse interview, Jay Bourgana sits down with Elliott Holland, a seasoned expert in business acquisitions, to uncover the biggest pitfalls, red flags, and hidden opportunities in the small business acquisition market today.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
✅ The game-changing shift in SBA lending that makes it easier than ever to buy a business—even with no money down.
âś… How smart investors structure deals to minimize risk and maximize returns.
âś… The BIGGEST LIE sellers tell (and how to sniff it out before it costs you millions).
✅ Why 2025 will be a golden year for business buyers—but only if you start NOW.
âś… The exact framework for financial, commercial, and operational due diligence.
âś… How to make the seller bet WITH you (not against you) and negotiate a winning deal.
✅ The real reason sellers hide inventory issues—and how to catch them before you sign the deal.
✅ Why more seller financing is available today than ever before—and how to leverage it.
If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, investor, high-income professional, or business owner looking to buy a business the right way, this episode is a must-watch.
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⏳ Timestamps ⏳
00:00 - Intro: Why This is the Best Time to Buy a Business
02:17 - The Evolution of SBA Lending & Business Buying Trends
05:55 - The #1 Factor That Killed Deals Before (But NOT Anymore!)
09:15 - Biggest Seller Lies & How to Catch Them Early
14:04 - The Due Diligence Framework: Financial, Commercial & Operational
20:23 - Red Flags in Business Deals That Can Cost You Millions
27:12 - How to Negotiate & Get Seller Financing Like a Pro
35:48 - Why Most Business Buyers FAIL (And How to Avoid It)
41:09 - The ONE Question That Can Tell You If a Deal is Worth Pursuing
48:34 - Final Thoughts & Action Steps for Business Buyers
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