32. Selling A Building Company With Kevin Lovewell

In episode 32 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Kevin Lovewell, Director of Negotia Group, based out of Brisbane, Queensland. Throughout this episode, we learn about Kevin, Negotia, and the blueprint of selling a business. Kevin delves into exactly what you and your business need in order to be sold, as well as the absolute best time to sell your building company. He also discusses the sort of timeframe you should expect when you decide to sell your building company. During the episode, we uncover the three questions you need to ask yourself if you’re thinking about selling your building company, as well as the all important question of what happens to your staff and assets after you’ve sold. We also hear Kevins insights on how he see’s the future of the building industry shaping up, and he shares some fantastic advice for builders throughout. Listen to the full episode to discover the ins and outs of selling a building company. ABOUT KEVIN LOVEWELL Kevin Lovewell is an entrepreneur, business builder and Director of Negotia Group. originally qualified as an accountant. Kevin has developed proprietary knowledge in start-up professional practices such as accounting and consulting, including having developed appropriate IP in training and development for firms such as family businesses, small and medium enterprises and large firm mergers. Connect with Kevin: linkedin.com/in/kevin-lovewell TIMELINE 1:02 About Kevin and Negotia. 2:57 What you and your business need in order to be sold. 3:59 The best time to sell your building company. 5:50 The three questions to ask yourself if you’re thinking of selling your building company. 8:59 The timeframe of selling a building company. 10:05 What happens to your staff and assets when selling a building company. 10:57 The blueprint of selling a business. 13:09 Who does the handover when selling a building company? 14:55 The challenges and blindspots when selling or buying a business. 16:35 Why Kevin chose construction business brokerage as his speciality. 18:30 Kevin’s view on the future of the industry. 23:34 Kevin’s advice for builders. 26:10 What Kevin’s day to do looks like and how he can help you sell your building company. LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE Negotia Group Website: negotia.com.au APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/ APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders Join the Professional Builders Secrets Facebook group for builders & connect with professional builders world-wide: facebook.com/groups/builderssecrets