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Description
If you're serious about buying a business and are ready to go from dreaming to doing, start here. This coaching package is designed to help you build a solid foundation before you spend months searching for deals. Over four weeks, we'll work together to clarify what you should buy, determine what you can realistically afford, develop a financing strategy, learn how to evaluate opportunities, and position you as a credible buyer in the eyes of sellers and brokers. Every session includes practical coaching tailored to your background, hands-on exercises, and actionable takeaways you can immediately apply to your search. This isn't a generic online course or a collection of prerecorded videos. It's personalized guidance from experienced acquisition entrepreneurs who have evaluated hundreds of deals and participated in more than 40 business acquisitions. We'll answer your questions, challenge your assumptions, and help you avoid many of the mistakes first-time buyers make. By the end of the program, you'll have the clarity, confidence, and practical tools needed to begin your acquisition journey with a realistic plan instead of guesswork.
What you'll get from this package
A personalized acquisition target profile so you know exactly which businesses fit your experience, lifestyle, and financial goals and which ones to ignore.
A realistic financing roadmap outlining your purchasing power, likely funding sources, and a practical strategy for getting your first deal financed.
A business search framework including proven sourcing methods, quick-screening techniques, and the evaluation tools we use to identify promising opportunities.
A buyer positioning statement you can confidently use with brokers and sellers to communicate your experience, credibility, and acquisition criteria from your very first conversation.
Realistic expectations for the acquisition process, including typical timelines, common obstacles, and what successful buyers do differently.
Hands-on experience evaluating live opportunities, so you leave knowing not just what to look for, but how experienced buyers think through real listings.
A discounted professional review of your first deal, giving you experienced feedback before you invest significant time or money into an opportunity.
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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.
$1,156
4h of coaching