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Description
Sometimes you don't need a full coaching program. You just need an experienced sounding board. Whether you're trying to decide if business acquisition is right for you, evaluating a specific opportunity, navigating a financing question, preparing for a broker call, or simply looking for an objective second opinion, this one-on-one strategy session is designed around your priorities. There is no predetermined agenda. You set the topics, and we'll spend our time working through the questions that matter most to you. Drawing on experience evaluating thousands of opportunities and participating in more than 40 successful business acquisitions, we'll help you think through challenges, identify blind spots, and leave with practical next steps. Common topics include: - Evaluating a specific business you're considering buying - Determining whether a deal is worth pursuing - Financing options, SBA loans, seller financing, and investors - Valuation, pricing, and offer strategy - Reviewing CIMs and identifying red flags - Preparing for broker or seller conversations - Industry selection and refining your acquisition criteria - Due diligence planning and deal structure - Assessing buyer fit and acquisition readiness - General Q&A on any aspect of buying a business If you're looking for personalized guidance without committing to a longer coaching program, this session is the fastest way to get experienced input tailored to your situation.
What you'll get from this package
Business acquisition troubleshooting
Enhanced clarity on next steps
Additional details
Coaching delivered via live sessions.
I'll move at your preferred pace, diving deeper into areas where you have more questions and moving more swiftly through topics you are familiar with. This isn't a canned course with pre-scripted content. It will be structured and tailored to what you know, what you need to learn, and where you are in your search.
Services included:
Due Diligence
Investment Analysis
Industry & Company Targeting
Thesis Development
Process Roadmap
Funding Strategy
Investor Selection
Deal Sourcing
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Offered by Mark F.
Joined June 2026
5.0
100+ Deals In: Navigating Seller Fraud, Buried Cash, & Real Successes
With over two decades of experience in finance and business acquisitions, I am passionate about helping aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the search fund process. As the CEO of Owner Actions and an owner in 20+ small businesses, I expertly guide clients through the complexities of acquiring businesses, from deal sourcing to post-acquisition operations. My background in managing high-value portfolios and advising on strategic objectives equips me with the insights needed to support your journey. Having coached well over 100 individuals on their business-buying journey, I am committed to providing personalized guidance to help you achieve your business acquisition goals.
$289
1h of coaching