Rod Wolfe - Business Sale Advisor

Rod Wolfe - Business Sale Advisor Helping business owners sell with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.
100+ businesses sold • Certified M&A Advisor • Creator of SaleReady™ & Exit Clarity™

Helping business owners sell with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.
100+ businesses sold • Certified M&A Advisor • Creator of SaleReady™ & Exit Clarity™
https://linktr.ee/rodrwolfe

One of the most interesting conversations I have with business owners is about value.Not because valuation is complicate...
06/02/2026

One of the most interesting conversations I have with business owners is about value.

Not because valuation is complicated, but because owners and buyers often view the same business through very different lenses.

Owners naturally see the years of effort, sacrifice, relationships, and risk that went into building the company. Buyers tend to focus on something else entirely: future cash flow, transferability, and perceived risk.

That difference in perspective can create surprises — both positive and negative.

The article below explores why many business owners don't have a clear understanding of what their business would actually command in today's market, and why knowing your value is important long before you're ready to sell.

Read the full article here:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/most-business-owners-dont-really-know-what-worth-rod-naigc

I'm curious: If you asked a business owner what drives value, do you think most would say revenue, profit, growth potential, or something else?

Comment below.

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Before you sell, get clear.

Take the Business Sellability Survey to understand your readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction:
https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

When a business changes hands, the lease attached to it can be just as important as the business itself. This is especia...
06/01/2026

When a business changes hands, the lease attached to it can be just as important as the business itself. This is especially true for restaurants, retail stores, salons, and other companies that rely heavily on location and customer traffic. A strong location can add value to a business.

Read the full blog here:
https://murphybusinessid.com/why-lease-terms-can-make-or-break-a-business-sale/

In your experience, what makes a lease favorable for a buyer?
Comment below.

Thinking about selling—now or later?
Start with our free Business Sellability Survey to understand what your business is really worth and what buyers will care about most.
👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

Many owners think they’ll know when it’s time to sell.But in reality, some of the most difficult exits begin when the de...
05/29/2026

Many owners think they’ll know when it’s time to sell.

But in reality, some of the most difficult exits begin when the decision is driven by exhaustion rather than preparation.

Burnout has a way of narrowing options. Patience decreases, urgency increases, and issues that could have been addressed earlier suddenly become harder to ignore. Buyers often recognize that shift faster than owners do.

The article below explores why waiting until burnout becomes the catalyst for a sale can create unnecessary pressure — and why the strongest transitions are usually built long before urgency enters the process.

Preparation doesn’t mean you need to sell today. Sometimes it simply means giving yourself the ability to choose later from a position of strength.

Read the full article here:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-waiting-until-burnout-dangerous-exit-strategy-rod-4looc/

At what point do you think business owners typically realize they’ve waited too long to start preparing for an exit?

Comment below.

Before you sell, get clear.

Take the Business Sellability Survey to understand your readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction:
👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰This week's featured listing is for a Preci...
05/27/2026

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰

This week's featured listing is for a Precision Industrial Mfg - Profitable & Scalable. The business specializes in the precision manufacturing and repair of babbitt bearings and related components for a wide range of industries worldwide. The company is dedicated to delivering dependable, high-quality products that meet the exact specifications of both OEM manufacturers and end users.

View all of the details by clicking here:
https://murphybusiness.com/boise/business-brokerage/detail/23250/precision-industrial-mfg-profitable-and-scalable/

As one of the largest and longest-tenured business brokerage firms in North America, we use our experience and connections to benefit our clients! Whether you’re looking to sell a business, buy a business, or boost your company's value, you can rely on us.

The best exits are built with intention.
Start with our free Business Sellability Survey and see where your business stands today.
👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

Scalability or profitability — which matters more to you?

A deal may first look attractive on paper. However, without digging deeper, you may risk problems that are not immediate...
05/26/2026

A deal may first look attractive on paper. However, without digging deeper, you may risk problems that are not immediately visible. We recommend always being curious. Ask direct questions, as this will give you a clearer picture of what you are actually buying and help you avoid surprises later.

Read the full blog here:
https://murphybusinessid.com/what-details-can-make-or-break-a-business-sale/

What’s one thing you believe every buyer should investigate before making a deal?

Before you sell, get clear.
Our free Business Sellability Survey helps owners understand readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction before going to market.
Start here 👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰This week's featured listing is for a Omaha...
05/20/2026

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰

This week's featured listing is for a Omaha Mowing Company. Omaha-based lawn care and outdoor services company focused on providing reliable, high-quality residential and commercial property maintenance. The company has built a strong reputation through dependable service, recurring customer relationships, and consistent word-of-mouth referrals throughout the Omaha metro area.

View all of the details by clicking here:
https://murphybusiness.com/boise/business-brokerage/detail/23323/omaha-mowing-company-for-sale/

As one of the largest and longest-tenured business brokerage firms in North America, we use our experience and connections to benefit our clients! Whether you’re looking to sell a business, buy a business, or boost your company's value, you can rely on us.

Curious what your business would look like to a buyer?
Take our free Business Sellability Survey 👉
https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

For many business owners considering a future sale, the first question they ask is often about valuation: What is my bus...
05/19/2026

For many business owners considering a future sale, the first question they ask is often about valuation: What is my business worth?

Read the full article here:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-buyer-financing-changing-business-sale-market-rod-uygoc/

From your perspective, do financing conditions today make buyers more disciplined… or simply more cautious?

Before you sell, get clear.

Take the Business Sellability Survey to understand your readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction:
👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

A deal may first look attractive on paper. However, without digging deeper, you may risk problems that are not immediate...
05/18/2026

A deal may first look attractive on paper. However, without digging deeper, you may risk problems that are not immediately visible. We recommend always being curious. Ask direct questions, as this will give you a clearer picture of what you are actually buying and help you avoid surprises later.

Read the full blog here:
https://murphybusinessid.com/a-smart-buyers-guide-to-evaluating-a-business-opportunity/

If you’ve bought a business before, what do you wish you knew earlier?

The best exits are built with intention.
Start with our free Business Sellability Survey and see where your business stands today.
👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰This week's featured listing is for a Estab...
05/13/2026

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰

This week's featured listing is for a Established Commercial HVAC Contractor. Murphy Business & Financial of Utah is representing a commercial HVAC contractor based in Salt Lake County, Utah. The Company has been in continuous operation since 1999 and holds an active Utah mechanical contractor license.

View all of the details by clicking here:
https://murphybusiness.com/boise/business-brokerage/detail/23522/established-commercial-hvac-contractor/

As one of the largest and longest-tenured business brokerage firms in North America, we use our experience and connections to benefit our clients! Whether you’re looking to sell a business, buy a business, or boost your company's value, you can rely on us.

The best exits are built with intention.
Start with our free Business Sellability Survey and see where your business stands today.
👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

For many entrepreneurs, selling their business represents the ultimate reward for years of dedication and hard work. It ...
05/12/2026

For many entrepreneurs, selling their business represents the ultimate reward for years of dedication and hard work. It can provide financial security, open the door to retirement, or allow an owner to pursue new opportunities.

Read the full article here:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/when-sell-your-business-rod-wolfe-cmap-cma-ccim-cmai-bci-a11hc/?trackingId=eBFRV68AHtn8gA2FxusKYg%3D%3D

What’s one area of a business you believe owners tend to overlook the most before trying to sell? I’d be interested to hear different perspectives.

Before you sell, get clear.

Take the Business Sellability Survey to understand your readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction:
👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

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