Welcome to On The Horizon, the podcast that takes you inside the world of buying, selling, and valuing businesses. Brought to you by Horizon Brokers, we’re your trusted guide to navigating the world of business transactions—whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to sell, an investor seeking the perfect acquisition, or simply curious about the process. Join us as we explore expert insights, real-world strategies, and success stories to help you seize your next opportunity—because your future ...
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EP #8: Smart Money Moves In Small Business M&A
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51:00The small business market isn’t quiet—it’s selective. We break down where real deals are getting done, why recurring revenue and sticky contracts pull top multiples, and how a subtle shift in SBA rates is reshaping buyer power and deal structures. From MSPs and janitorial services to landscaping and marketing firms, we explore the traits lenders lo…
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EP #7: Pricing Truths For Business Sellers
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43:59Think your company is worth more than buyers will pay? We unpack the hard truths behind valuation, diligence, and deal risk so owners can protect price and actually close. Jeremy Wolf and Dustin Zeher walk through the exact steps they use to ground pricing in reality—industry benchmarking, NAICS alignment, live comps, and cash flow multiples that c…
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EP #6: Financing Your Business Dream: From SBA Loans to Seller Financing
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39:20Ready to purchase your dream business but unsure how to fund it? The financing landscape can be complex, but understanding your options is the key to a successful acquisition. SBA loans represent the most common path for small business acquisitions, though many buyers misunderstand how they work. These loans aren't provided directly by the Small Bu…
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EP #5: Smart Buyers' Guide to Business Acquisition
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30:04The path to successful business ownership often begins with acquisition rather than starting from scratch. But how do you ensure you're making the right choice when investing substantial capital into someone else's creation? Dustin Zeher, a veteran business broker, breaks down the essential elements that smart buyers prioritize when evaluating pote…
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EP #4: Calculating Your Business's True Worth
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20:05What's your business really worth? If you're like most entrepreneurs, the answer in your head might be dramatically different from marketplace reality. Cash flow drives business value—this fundamental truth anchors our deep dive into valuation methodologies. But as we explore with Business broker Dustin Zeher, numerous factors beyond profit stateme…
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EP #3: Behind the Curtain: Preparing Your Business for Sale
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25:56Ready to sell your business? Not so fast. The path to a successful exit starts long before you put up the "for sale" sign. Dustin Zeher of Horizon Business Brokers reveals the critical behind-the-scenes preparation that makes businesses irresistible to buyers. From financial preparation to operational independence, this episode dives deep into maxi…
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EP #2: The Road to Selling Your Business: A Comprehensive Guide
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43:03Selling your business might be one of the most significant financial decisions you'll ever make, and understanding the process from start to finish is crucial to maximizing your return. This comprehensive episode pulls back the curtain on the entire business sales journey, from early planning stages to post-sale transitions. Did you know most busin…
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Discover the secrets of business brokerage straight from the experts. Jeremy Wolf and I, Dustin Zeher, pull back the curtain on the world of buying and selling businesses. With a focus on the professional and blue-collar services sectors, we unravel the fundamental steps of business valuation and the complexities of exiting a business. This episode…
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