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The Critical Role of Employee Engagement in Business Success

Oct 15 2025
In the world of buying and selling businesses, one factor that is often overlooked but is crucial for long-term success is employee engagement. But when you think about it, your employees are the lifeblood of your organization. They enhance...

5 Misconceptions About Business Transactions and How to Avoid Them

Oct 21 2025
When it comes to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), myths and misconceptions can be costly, especially since significant amounts of money are involved during these transactions. Many business owners, especially those new to the process, ma...

What It Really Means to Be Your Own Boss

Sep 24 2025
The idea of owning a business often sounds somewhat glamorous. People sometimes equate it with freedom, flexibility, and financial gain. But behind that polished image is a reality that many don’t see until they’re already in th...

Navigating the Sale or Succession of a Family Business

Sep 17 2025
When it comes to passing on or selling a family business, the process can be emotionally and financially complex. But whether you’re planning to keep the business in the family or hand it off to an external buyer, careful planning is ...

How Can You Find the Ideal Buyer for Your Business?

Sep 12 2025
In the day-to-day routine of running your business, it is easy to forget that eventually the day will come when you need to sell. The last thing that any business owner wishes to discover is that they are ready to exit, but they are hopeles...

The Founding TABB: A Conversation with Jeffrey Jones & Joshua Carnes on the Origins of the Texas Association of Business Brokers

Sep 25 2025
In this special episode of The Texas Business Broker podcast, we sit down with Jeffrey D. Jones, ASA, CBA, CBI — President of Advanced Business Brokers and one of the original founders of TABB. Jeff reflects on the association’s...

The Shifting Landscape of Business Buyers

Sep 16 2025
Travis Strack was recently featured in the fall edition of the IBBA Insights Magazine https://www.ibba.org/ibba-magazine/ibbainsights-fall-2025/

Creative Strategies for Closing the Price Gap in Business Transactions

Sep 5 2025
When buying or selling a business, the question of price is often the most contentious point. Sellers typically aim for all-cash transactions, hoping to receive the full value upfront. However, in middle-market business deals, it’s co...

The Essential Guide to Creating a Partnership Agreement

Aug 29 2025
When starting a business with a partner, whether it’s a friend, family member, or colleague, people often find that it’s tempting to skip formalizing things with a written agreement because there is a level of trust already in p...

Key Considerations for a Successful M&A Transaction

Aug 22 2025
When it comes to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), there are several common misconceptions that can impact the success of a deal. These misunderstandings often stem from oversimplified assumptions about the process. However, navigating th...

How to Spot a Buyer Who Isn’t Ready

Aug 6 2025
Selling a business is rarely a simple transaction. It is a long, often emotional process that includes uncertainty, negotiation, and periods of stress or silence. Even the most successful deals can have rough patches. That’s why it&rs...

Get Ready to Sell: How to Showcase the Strength of Your Business

Jul 29 2025
If you’re planning to sell your business, now’s the time to think like a buyer. What would impress you if you were on the other side of the table? That mindset is key. Buyers are looking for stability, opportunity, and value. As...