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Everyone is talking about buying small businesses right now.But just because there's a massive opportunity doesn't automatically mean it's the right path for you.In this video, I share the questions I asked myself before buying a business, why I chose acquisition over starting something new, and who I actually think this path makes sense for.We cover:Why buying a business isn't the right fit for everyoneThe difference between building a business from passion vs. buying one for income and freedomWhether you should keep your 9-5 while buying your first businessThe personality traits that make someone a good fit for business acquisitionThe realities that most creators don't talk aboutWhy freedom and autonomy matter more to me than simply making more moneyMy goal isn't to convince you to buy a business. It's to help you honestly decide whether it's the right vehicle for the life you're trying to build.If you've been thinking about entrepreneurship, creating more income streams, or building a life with more control over your time, I hope this helps.Watch next:Why the Next Generation of Millionaires Will Buy Businesses Instead of Starting Themyoutube.com/watch?v=KQZNJwBIbec&t=15s&pp=0gcJCR0AztywvtLAIf you enjoy content about buying businesses, entrepreneurship, building wealth, and creating more freedom on your own terms, be sure to subscribe!And find even more content and resources from me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savvyabney

If you're an entrepreneur, founder, or current business owner, I think you're looking at one of the biggest opportunities we'll see in our lifetime.The "Silver Tsunami" is here. Millions of Baby Boomer-owned businesses will need to be sold, transitioned, or closed over the next decade. While most people are talking about this opportunity for first-time business buyers, I believe experienced founders have an even bigger advantage.Instead of starting another company from scratch, what if your next business was one that already had customers, cash flow, employees, and systems in place?In this video, I share:• Why I believe entrepreneurship is shifting from startup culture to business acquisition• What the Silver Tsunami actually means for small business owners• Why I chose to buy a business instead of launching another startup• The biggest advantages (and risks) of buying an existing business• How founders can use their existing skills to grow overlooked local businessesA few months ago, I bought my first small business, and this channel is where I'm documenting everything I'm learning—the wins, mistakes, challenges, and lessons along the way.If you're interested in entrepreneurship, business acquisitions, buying small businesses, or building wealth through ownership, you're in the right place.Subscribe and follow along as I document the journey.And find even more content and resources from me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savvyabney

I bought my first small business... and the first week was complete chaos.Everyone talks about finding the business, negotiating the deal, due diligence, and getting financing. Almost nobody talks about what happens after closing when the business is suddenly yours.In this video, I'm sharing the biggest lessons from my first few weeks as a new small business owner, including:- What I did before closing that made the transition easier- The mistake I made with closing timing and payroll- Why patience matters more than I expected- The operational support I would never skip again- Hiring lessons from the first few weeks- What I'd do differently if I bought another business tomorrowFor context, my husband and I recently acquired a residential cleaning company with no previous experience in the cleaning industry. We're learning in real time, making mistakes, solving problems, and documenting the journey along the way.If you're considering buying a small business, actively searching for one, or already navigating your first acquisition, I hope this gives you a realistic look at what ownership actually feels like after the deal is done.Subscribe if you're interested in:- Small business acquisitions- Buying existing businesses- Entrepreneurship- Small business ownership- Building and growing businesses- Behind-the-scenes founder content- Lessons learned from business ownershipAnd find even more content and resources from me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savvyabney

How I just bought my first small business with zero experience, help, or a clue what I was doing. 😂I hope this inspires you and helps if you’re considering something similar. Follow along for more videos like these as I document this journey. 🙂

I bought my first small business with zero experience doing this. No roadmap, family background in entrepreneurship or even what a letter of intent was before this process started.So I’m documenting the entire journey in real time.In episode 2 of this series, I’m breaking down what actually happens AFTER you decide to buy a business:Negotiating with the sellerLOIs (letters of intent)Deposits + due diligenceWorking with attorneys + accountantsReviewing financialsContracts + negotiationsTransitioning ownershipTransferring digital assetsLearning the business operationsBuilding a post-acquisition growth planMistakes, surprises, and lessons from the first few weeksI’m not pretending to be an expert here. I’m learning this as I go, and that’s exactly why I wanted to share it.If you’re a founder, entrepreneur, creator, or someone interested in buying small businesses as an additional income stream, I hope this series gives you a realistic look at what the process actually feels like behind the scenes.Subscribe if you want to follow the journey as we continue growing the business, navigating ownership transitions, improving operations, and learning what it actually takes to buy and run a small business....Hi, I'm Savannah! A founder, entrepreneur, and personal brand strategist. I help founders step out from behind their logo and turn their personal brand into a real growth asset for their business.If you’re a founder, small business owner, or consultant who wants more trust, visibility, and consistent opportunities, let’s talk. 👇🏼https://savannahabney.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahabney/https://www.instagram.com/savabney/