David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMB
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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Tax Shields and Depreciation: Is the New Deduction Worth It?
- 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 wi...
What's changing in the world of SBA lending with Ray Drew
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 lendin...
Should You Buy a Business with a Partner? (Don't Do It Until You Watch This)
- 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...
PREMIERE The Future of Ecommerce: What You Need to Know for 2026 with Jaryd Krause
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, inve...
True Story Buy a Biz $1 sell for $50M! The Poundland reality
- Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Video mentioned Dead Capital Businesses: https://youtu.be/uCSTCS2z3tk Video mentioned Struggling business Exit Map: https://youtu.be/tYfw3KgijRc **New Video Alert! In this video, I break down what a "$1 business acquisition" can really look like. We explore working capital, inventory, accounts receivable, restructuring costs, the Day Two Problem, and why the amount paid to the seller can be very different from the total capital required to own and operate a business. A cheap purchase price doesn't automatically make a business a good investment. Before...
PREMIERE PG Insurance with Brendan Burdette and Ryan Conner
Can You Insure an SBA Personal Guarantee When Buying a Business? New guest – Brendan Burdette and Ryan Conner Could insurance protect your personal assets when an SBA-backed business acquisition fails? I’m joined by Brendan Burdette and Ryan Conner, founders of Braddock Road Insurance Corporation, to explain personal guarantee insurance for business buyers. Tune in as we discuss how SBA personal guarantees work, when coverage may respond, how policies are underwritten, and what happens when a lender calls the guarantee after a business failure. We also examine premiums, renewals, collateral, bankruptcy misconceptions, lender communication, moral hazard, and whether this new prod...
PST/GST/HST: What You Need to Know When Buying a Business in Canada
- Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **New Video Alert! In this video, I explain how GST, HST, PST and QST can affect a Canadian business acquisition structured as an asset purchase. We look at the GST44 election, the "all or substantially all" test, GST/HST registration, purchase-price allocation, and why provincial sales taxes can still apply even when a GST44 election is available. I also explain why buyers in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Quebec may face additional considerations, and why equipment, inventory, goodwill, vehicles, real estate and post-closing services may receive different tax...
A great interview with the host GG The Franchise Guide Giuseppe Grammatico
Business valuation, deal-making frameworks & exit strategies — franchise consultant Giuseppe Grammatico welcomes back ALL-TIME record holder David Barnett for his 9th appearance on The Franchise Freedom Podcast to discuss his powerful new book, Business and Asset Values: How Owners, Buyers, Sellers, Lenders and Advisors Should Think About Small Business & Equipment Value. This is a masterclass in understanding what your business is REALLY worth — whether you're a buyer evaluating acquisitions, a seller planning your exit, or an aspiring franchise owner weighing your options.
Premiere - Who's going to own your small business with Michael Kerr
- Join David's email list, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com Find Michael on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljkerr-small-business-adviser/ Kerr Capital: https://www.kerrcapital.com.au/ **** Who's going to own your small business New guest – Michael Kerr I’m joined by Michael Kerr, founder of Kerr Capital and an Australian business broker and small business adviser, to explore why selling a business is far more complex than selling a house. Tune in as we discuss business succession planning, realistic valuations, employee buyouts, community ownership, preparing a business for sale, and why key employees may be the most...
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...
