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EPISODE · Aug 22, 2026 · 49 MIN

The M&A Advisor Trap — The Red Flags Sellers Miss

from M&A Talk: #1 Podcast on Selling a Business · host Morgan & Westfield

It is easy to hire the firm that quotes the highest number, and that one decision can cost you the sale. This episode covers the M&A advisor red flags that are easiest to miss: fees tied to nothing, a valuation built to win your signature, and a buyer list that does not exist. You will learn where business brokers, M&A advisors, and investment banks each actually operate, how to check a number before you sign a one-year exclusive, and what preparation to do yourself first. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More? Business Broker and M&A Advisor Fees: A Comprehensive Guide Can a Business Broker's Success Rate be Accurately Measured? How to Navigate M&A Advisor Fees: Insights from an Investment Banking Expert Build the Right Deal Team to Avoid M&A Mistakes Additional Resources Selling your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Sign up for an Assessment and Valuation of Your Business. Courses: The Art & Science of Selling a Business Download The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Download Acquired: The Art of Selling a Business With $10 Million to $100 Million in Revenue If you have any topic or guest suggestions, please email them to [email protected].

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