David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMB

David C Barnett

I discuss buying, selling, financing and managing small and medium sized businesses either alone or with guests. I've started, bought, sold and closed businesses. Author of three best-selling business books; 'Invest Local: a guide to superior investment returns in your own community,' 'Franchise Warnings: What you really need to know before you buy' and 'How To Sell My Own Business: A guide to selling your own business without paying a broker's commission.' all available as well as 5 other books on Amazon or from www.DavidCBarnett.com

  1. 3h ago

    What Is Your Business Really Worth? (New Book Out Now)

    -Find the book on Amazon: Canada- https://a.co/d/02I5HrPi USA- https://a.co/d/06XTDVRJ UK- https://amzn.eu/d/07SzLcXa Learn about the bulk purchase promos here: https://www.investlocalbook.com/2026/09/business-and-asset-values-new-book.html **New Video Alert! What is a business really worth? The answer isn't always one number. My new book, Business and Asset Values, is designed for business owners, buyers, sellers, lenders, accountants, lawyers, advisors, and anyone who wants to better understand how businesses and their assets are valued. In this video, I introduce the ideas behind the book, including fair market value, liquidation value, business valuation methods, SDE and EBITDA, cash flow, debt, working capital, goodwill, transferability, and why buyers and sellers can look at the same business and reasonably reach different conclusions about its value. #BusinessValuation #BusinessValue #SmallBusiness #BuyABusiness #SellABusiness

    What Is Your Business Really Worth? (New Book Out Now)

  2. 3d ago

    Why your business isn't worth what you think | Gregory Kovsky

    - Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Your business may not be worth what you think. Business value depends on market demand, location, cash flow, risk, deal terms, financing, and whether a buyer can successfully take over. In this interview, veteran business broker Gregory Kovsky explains how buyers and sellers determine fair market value, why misleading comparables and unrealistic expectations kill deals, and how seller financing can increase confidence and support a successful transition. Learn: ✔ What truly determines business value ✔ Why comparable sales can mislead ✔ How location affects valuation ✔ Why seller financing matters ✔ Which financial numbers owners should track ✔ How to prepare a business for sale **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com ----- #BusinessValuation #SellingABusiness #BusinessBroker #ExitPlanning #SmallBusiness Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero . Terms & Conditions apply.* See the video of my Xero story here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

    Why your business isn't worth what you think | Gregory Kovsky

  3. 6d ago

    Business and Asset Values -Now available on Amazon

    Learn more about ALP Ltd. Valuation Services or the book on our website at https://www.BusinessAndAssetValues.co... Order the book in Canada: https://a.co/d/02I5HrPi Order in USA: https://a.co/d/06XTDVRJ Order in UK: https://amzn.eu/d/07SzLcXa Available on all other Amazon stores worldwide.

    Business and Asset Values -Now available on Amazon

  4. Aug 27

    The Truth About 'Unbankable' Businesses and How to Get Funded Marshall Lebovitz

    - Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com In this "best-of" interview, I sit down with lending advisor Marshall Lebovitz to explore financing options for businesses that don't fit traditional bank lending criteria. We discuss why healthy and growing businesses can still be considered "unbankable," asset-based lending, working capital, accounts receivable and inventory financing, alternative lenders, and why the cheapest loan isn't necessarily the best financing solution. Marshall also explains how to evaluate the real cost of borrowing, recognize potentially dangerous loan structures, and understand your business from a lender's perspective before you start looking for capital. Watch the video and discover how to fund a business when traditional banks say no. **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com ----- #BusinessFinancing #SmallBusiness #BusinessLoans #BusinessFunding #WorkingCapital #CashFlow #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero . Terms & Conditions apply.* See the video of my Xero story here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

    The Truth About 'Unbankable' Businesses and How to Get Funded Marshall Lebovitz

  5. Aug 24

    New SBA rules Nobody is Talking about and how they're GOOD For buyers

    - Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com See my video on ‘Non-SBA Deal Financing’ to learn more https://youtu.be/Pwa_EsrHl58 **New Video Alert! New SBA rules for buying a business take effect October 1, 2026—and there's already plenty of confusion about what they actually mean. In this video, I break down the major SBA changes affecting business acquisitions, including the 10% equity injection requirement, seller financing, investor capital, debt service coverage, Quality of Earnings reports, real estate amortization, and longer seller transition periods. I also explain why I believe many of these changes could actually benefit first-time business buyers. The goal shouldn't be to buy the biggest business possible with the least amount of your own money. It's to acquire a good business with enough financial resilience to survive after closing. If you're planning on buying a business with an SBA loan, understanding these new rules—and discussing your specific deal with an experienced SBA lender—is essential. **** Chapters: 0:00 Navigating the New SBA Lending Landscape 1:03 Why These SBA Changes Are Actually Good News 1:54 The Dangerous Reality of the Day Two Problem 4:40 New Equity Requirements and Skin in the Game 16:49 The Importance of Quality of Earnings Reports 28:39 Building a Resilient Business for the Long Term **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com ----- #SBALoan #SBA7a #BuyABusiness #BusinessAcquisition #BuyingABusiness #SBALending #BusinessBuyer #SmallBusiness #ETA #SellerFinancing Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

    New SBA rules Nobody is Talking about and how they're GOOD For buyers

  6. Aug 22

    2025HC 07 Phil looks at some businesses for sale

    Phil wants to buy a business and he’s got a great network built up over the years who can help him grow a B2B services company, but being in a smaller city means he’s got limited options and the best businesses are taken right away? What are his options? Should he do his own search? Start something? How could he grow his search to other cities in a manageable way? What about a manufacturing business that is actually a carveout? Are there things to be careful of in that situation? Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4xsqf-ehvvk **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com -Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

    2025HC 07 Phil looks at some businesses for sale

  7. Aug 20

    Premiere - Franchising a Creative Driven Business with Alisa Sparks

    - Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Find Alisa online here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisasparkslc/ or here: https://linden-creek.com/ **** Franchising a Creative Driven Business New guest – Alisa Sparks I’m joined by Alisa Sparks, Founder and CEO of Linden Creek, to talk about how she transformed a home staging and interior design business into a franchise model. Alisa came from a finance background, not interior design. That analytical mindset helped her break a seemingly creative business into systems that could be taught, measured, and eventually replicated by franchise owners. Tune in as we discuss how she systematized home staging, the investment required to build a franchise, managing furniture inventory for ROI, and why sales and marketing can be more important than creative talent when building the business. We’ll also explore what makes a good franchisee, why Alisa has deliberately chosen to grow Linden Creek slowly, and the lessons business owners should consider before trying to franchise their own company. This is a ‘must see event’ for business owners, entrepreneurs, prospective franchisees, and anyone interested in franchising a service-based or creative business. **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com ----- Special Xero offer: Get 90% off for 6 months using this link: https://referrals.xero.com/DavidCBarnett_xero . Terms & Conditions apply.* See the video of my Xero story here: https://youtu.be/LfaGUfwStqo Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

    Premiere - Franchising a Creative Driven Business with Alisa Sparks

  8. Aug 17

    Your First Business is Probably Not a Platform

    - Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Sam's Searchfunder Post: https://searchfunder.com/post/the-holdco-ambition-is-showing-up-earlier-and-earlier Videos mentioned: BizOwner Advantages in Buying Small Businesses - Grow via acquisition https://youtu.be/EnXLDD2BQg0 HC2020#6 Dean Asks About Rollups and Conglomerates and How to Make a Plan https://youtu.be/B2CvQ91_fbI Proven Investment Strategies for Entrepreneurs https://youtu.be/GlqCelWVNb0 **New Video Alert! Thinking about building a HoldCo, executing a business roll-up, or buying multiple businesses? Buying your first company is one thing. Turning it into a platform for multiple acquisitions is something completely different. In this video, I break down what business owners and acquisition entrepreneurs should understand before buying business #2. We cover management capacity, debt, integration, business systems, roll-ups vs. conglomerates, operational synergies, personal financial risk, and why one successful year doesn't automatically mean you've built an acquisition platform. You'll also learn why every acquisition should make sense on its own, why spreadsheet synergies can be dangerous, and how buying more businesses can actually increase your personal financial risk. **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidCBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com ----- #HoldCo #BuyABusiness #BusinessAcquisition #RollUp #BusinessBuyer #Entrepreneurship #ETA #SmallBusiness Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY

    Your First Business is Probably Not a Platform
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I discuss buying, selling, financing and managing small and medium sized businesses either alone or with guests. I've started, bought, sold and closed businesses. Author of three best-selling business books; 'Invest Local: a guide to superior investment returns in your own community,' 'Franchise Warnings: What you really need to know before you buy' and 'How To Sell My Own Business: A guide to selling your own business without paying a broker's commission.' all available as well as 5 other books on Amazon or from www.DavidCBarnett.com

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