A lot of people focus on finding the perfect deal.But from what I’m seeing, the bigger advantage often comes from being prepared before the deal shows up.
Things that seem to matter more than people expect:
- Understanding why the owner is selling
- Knowing what skills or systems you can bring to improve the business
- Having clarity on what type of business actually fits your lifestyle and risk tolerance
It feels like the buyers who win aren’t just deal-hunting they’re positioning themselves as the right next owner.
What do you think is the hardest part right now: finding a deal, structuring the deal, or believing you’re actually ready to own one?