• Business Buying Pitfalls: Why You Should Walk Away
    Oct 26 2026
    - Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com In this video, I explain how pressure, sunk costs, and emotional attachment can turn a business acquisition into a costly mistake. You’ll learn why walking away is a buyer’s greatest leverage, how full-time searching creates scarcity, and why overpaying can damage cash flow for years. I also examine the acquisition entrepreneur identity trap, why buyers ignore low appraisals and due-diligence warnings, and how focusing on closing can replace the more important question: Does this investment still make sense? Discover why every major change in the facts should make you reevaluate the business from scratch. A successful search does not always end with a purchase. Sometimes protecting your capital and continuing to search is the smartest decision. **** CHAPTERS 0:00 The Anatomy of a Bad Acquisition 1:29 SBA Rules and the Overpayment Problem 4:46 The Acquisition Entrepreneur Identity Trap 6:40 The Dangers of Full-Time Searching 12:27 Overcoming the Sunk Cost Fallacy 20:06 The Antidote: Re-evaluating Every Deal **** 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 ----- #BuyABusiness #BusinessAcquisition #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessOwnership #DueDiligence #BusinessValuation #RiskManagement #AcquisitionEntrepreneurship #BusinessBuyer #BusinessAdvice #SBA #SearchFunds #Dealmaking #CashFlow Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY
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    30 min
  • PREMIERE The Future of Ecommerce: What You Need to Know for 2026 with Jaryd Krause
    Sep 24 2026
    The Future of E-Commerce in 2026: AI, Amazon and Valuations New guest – Jaryd Krause I’m joined by Jaryd Krause, host of the Buying Online Businesses Podcast and an experienced online business buyer and adviser. Tune in as we discuss Amazon versus owning your audience, Shopify and direct sales, changing e-commerce valuations, AI automation, tariffs, advertising data, and why platform dependence can reduce business value. We also examine what caused Amazon aggregators to fail, how online businesses are valued, where buyers can find opportunities, and which risks deserve closer due diligence. This is a must-see event for e-commerce entrepreneurs, business buyers, investors, and anyone interested in acquiring or growing an online business. Set a reminder on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rfc-qRTbcNc It will be going live Thursday September 24, 2026 at 2:30 PM Atlantic Time and 1:30 PM Eastern Time See you there! David C Barnett
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    45 min
  • Should You Buy a Business with a Partner? (Don't Do It Until You Watch This)
    Sep 28 2026
    - Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **New Video Alert! In this video, I explain why buying a business with someone else is more complicated than simply splitting the purchase price and ownership. You need to think about each person's financial contribution, work and compensation, decision-making authority, personal guarantees, capital calls, ownership percentages, and what happens if circumstances change. We also discuss why 50/50 ownership isn't necessarily fair, what happens when one partner can contribute additional capital and the other can't, and why your partnership agreement needs to address difficult situations before they happen. What if your partner stops working? What if they die? What if one of you wants out? Get clarity before you make the commitment. **** 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 ----- #BuyABusiness #BusinessPartner #BusinessPartnership #BusinessAcquisition #BusinessBuyer #SmallBusiness #entrepreneurship Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY
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    36 min
  • PREMIERE Green Pal helps lawn care providers with Bryan Clayton
    Oct 15 2026
    - Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Website: https://www.yourgreenpal.com/ Find Bryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-clayton-a96b33214/ How Can GreenPal Help Lawn Care Providers Find Customers and Get Paid? New Premiere guest – Bryan Clayton I’m happy to have Bryan join me for a prerecorded interview premiering on YouTube. Bryan is the co-founder and CEO of GreenPal, a nationwide marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. Tune in as we discuss finding new customers, building efficient routes, pricing services, receiving faster payments, managing customer relationships, and growing from an owner-operated lawn care business into a larger company. Bryan also shares how he grew a landscaping company to more than $10 million in annual sales before building GreenPal without outside investment. This is a ‘must see event’ for lawn care providers, landscaping entrepreneurs, home-service operators, and anyone building a local service business. **** CHAPTERS 0:00 The Tech Startup Disrupting Lawn Care 2:43 Scaling a Traditional Landscaping Business 4:36 The Economics of Small Lawn Care Operations 8:57 The Awkward Middle of Business Growth 13:17 Why Route Density Determines Your Profit 24:49 Bootstrapping vs Venture Capital Realities 31:31 Who Really Owns the Customer Relationship? **** 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 ----- #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #LawnCareBusiness #LawnCare #LandscapingBusiness #BusinessGrowth #SmallBusinessOwner #Startup #ServiceBusiness #GreenPal 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
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    39 min
  • What's changing in the world of SBA lending with Ray Drew
    Oct 1 2026
    What’s changing in the world of SBA lending? New Livestream guest – Ray Drew I’m happy to have Ray join me on a live broadcast. Ray is an SBA lending veteran and Chief Revenue Officer at Lendesca who has spent more than 15 years in the SBA lending industry. Tune in as we discuss recent SBA loan changes, what they mean for business buyers and small business owners, and how AI and new technology are changing the lending process. We’ll also talk about Ray’s move to Lendesca, his new role, and how the company is working to push SBA lending forward. Find Ray on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raydrew4589/ or online: https://www.lendesca.com/ David C Barnett
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    52 min
  • Tax Shields and Depreciation: Is the New Deduction Worth It?
    Oct 5 2026
    - Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **New Video Alert! A big tax write-off sounds great—but should you always take the maximum deduction available? In this video, I explain depreciation, tax shields, accelerated depreciation, Canada's proposed Productivity Mega Deduction, and the U.S. concept of bonus depreciation. The important point is that accelerated depreciation doesn't necessarily create a bigger tax benefit. It can change when you receive that tax benefit. Using too much depreciation today could leave you with less protection from taxes in future years while you're still making loan payments. **** 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 ----- #Depreciation #TaxDeductions #BusinessTaxes #SmallBusiness #BusinessOwner #BuyABusiness #BusinessAcquisition #CashFlow #TaxPlanning #Entrepreneurship Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY
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    26 min
  • Business and Asset Values Why Most Small Businesses Never Sell - David Barnett
    Oct 9 2026
    David Barnett's Worst Investment Ever: Seven years after his first appearance discussing tax-related business losses, David returns for his third visit to unpack the biggest myth in small business acquisitions: that a wave of retiring baby boomers is about to flood the market with cheap businesses for sale. The real numbers tell a very different story, and most of what actually kills a deal has nothing to do with supply and demand. BIO: As an author, consultant, and international speaker, David C. Barnett has helped thousands of entrepreneurs avoid bad deals and close successful ones. LEARNING: Value is never a fixed number; it depends entirely on who is asking and why. "Success is not closing the deal. It is buying a successful cash-flowing business at a reasonable price that's going to allow you to get a reasonable rate of return—or you avoid a bad deal." - David Barnett
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    44 min
  • Who is buying a Small Business in 2026?
    Oct 12 2026
    - Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **New Video Alert! In this video, I examine a new BizBuySell survey revealing who is entering the business acquisition market, how buyers plan to finance their purchases, and what they're looking for in a business. The findings are interesting: 54% are first-time business owners, 46% identify as corporate refugees, and 59% are between 40 and 59 years old. We also explore why buyers prioritize profitability and recession resistance, how SBA loans and seller financing fit into acquisition plans, and why buying an established business can appeal to professionals seeking greater independence. I'll also share what these findings mean for first-time buyers, the challenges of relying on private investors, and why smaller communities may offer overlooked acquisition opportunities. Cheers **** 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 ----- Youtube music licensing code: 5PJWQOE5ZZHTQSRY
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    23 min