Podcasts about buyers

In this episode, Bradley sits down with Bob Ruffolo, founder of Impact, to talk about what drives customer acquisition now that buyers finish most of their research before they contact a company. Bob traces his path from freelancing during the recession, to building a top HubSpot partner agency, to merging with Marcus Sheridan and rebuilding the business as a coaching and training company.They discuss the zero moment of truth and why roughly 80 percent of the buying decision is complete before a company knows the buyer exists. Bob breaks down the Big Five content topics buyers care about most, why differentiation starts with a promise or guarantee competitors will not make, and what AI looks at when it recommends a single company to a buyer.This conversation moves beyond channel tactics and into how buying decisions actually get made. What does your market find when it researches your category? Are you answering the questions buyers ask before they are ready to talk? And if AI returns one company name in your market, what would make it yours? If you want a clearer view of how to earn trust before the first conversation, this conversation is for you.Visit https://workshop.blueprintos.com to register for the upcoming Above The Business workshop.ResourcesLearn more about Bob Ruffolo and Impact: impactplus.comPick up the book behind the system, Endless Customers: https://a.co/d/07MzFWx5 Check out the book Bradley references, The Road Less Stupid by Keith Cunningham: https://a.co/d/0iwqLCSl Check out the book Bob references, Traction by Gino Wickman: https://a.co/d/01royaHy Connect with Bob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobruffolo/ Thanks to our sponsorsCoach P ConsultingCoach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner, leading a large and stable team of top-performing professionals. Today, he shares the systems, delegation strategies, and specialization methods he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at:https://www.coachpconsulting.comBe sure to mention you heard about it on the Above The Business Podcast.Autopilot RecruitingAutopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every business day, optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities.https://www.autopilotrecruiting.comMention Above The Business Podcast when you reach out.Direct ClicksDirect Clicks is built by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that drive real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide comprehensive digital marketing support to help your business grow.Exclusive offer for listeners:https://directclicksinc.com/abovethebusinessGet a free marketing campaign audit and actionable recommendations.About Above The BusinessAbove The Business is hosted by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS, and focuses on helping small business owners transition from Rainmaker to Architect by building systems, teams, and operations that scale.

In this episode, Carla Goddard shares her journey from construction to building Vicinity, a platform revolutionizing new home sales by focusing on lifestyle and transparency. Discover how her innovative approach is transforming the real estate industry and what trends to watch for in the coming years.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

If you sold your Amazon brand tomorrow, would you really know what a buyer would pay? Most operators are in the dark about their brand's true market value. Neil Twa breaks down the hard truths of Amazon brand M&A in 2026 on The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast. Remember the aggregator gold rush from 2020 to 2022? Buyers were throwing eight to ten times EBITDA at brands. Thrasio alone raised over three billion dollars. But in 2026, the game has changed. Neil shares a real acquisition story from Daniel, an operator in our community, to illustrate what buyers are truly looking for now. Plus, Neil outlines three critical moves to prepare your brand for sale, whether you're planning to exit in six months or six years. Get your financials in order, understand your real EBITDA, and more. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep341 See your Amazon numbers in one place and protect your margins with Caiman Data at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep341&learn_mcp=1

One of the biggest mistakes founders make is believing their business will be valued for what it means to them. It won't. Buyers pay for predictable cash flow and reduced risk, not emotional attachment. That's why this conversation with Saul Cohen matters. We unpacked what really drives business value before an acquisition, why so many founders accidentally damage their exit, and the commercial disciplines that genuinely increase enterprise value. If you're building with an eventual exit in mind, this episode is well worth your time. In this episode If you want to build a business that's worth more tomorrow than it is today, start here. Build systems that reduce dependency on you. Turn founder-led selling into a repeatable commercial engine. Treat culture as a business asset, not a soft skill. Understand how buyers think long before you decide to sell. Focus on reducing risk as aggressively as increasing revenue. Episode highlights 01:36 The most expensive leadership blind spot before an exit is usually the founder's own ego. 11:03 Business value is driven by cash generation multiplied by perceived risk. 13:20 Saul introduces the SCORE framework for increasing enterprise value. 15:50 Founder-led sales eventually become a valuation problem. 19:24 Why most founders are unconsciously competent and why that makes scaling harder. 24:49 The emotional mistake that destroys value during an exit. 30:20 Saul explains his people-first approach to acquisitions and private equity. Links and resources Saul Cohen Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/cohensaul/ Website : https://theexperteye.co.uk/ Free business valuation call  https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/booking/2vJaGhCvAJxnEB4OntBb Thanks for listening to Leadership That Sells. If you found this episode useful, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with another founder, MD or senior commercial leader who is building a business for long-term value. Your support helps more of the right people discover the show.

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We talk with Paul Tzamalis from the Auction Company about the Melbourne softer property cycle offering rare opportunities, yet many buyers remain paralyzed by over analysis. Buyers can spend years researching suburbs and reading reports but won't build a property portfolio. We talk about the psychological barriers holding buyers back in Melbourne right now and provides actionable insights to help you confidently transition from education to acquisition.   You can have your say by leaving a voice message ►  https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Website: https://aussierealestatepodcast.lovable.app ► Subscribe here to never miss an episode: https://www.podbean.com/user-xyelbri7gupo ► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/therealestatepodcast/?hl=en  ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070592715418 ► Email:  myrealestatepodcast@gmail.com  The latest real estate news, trends and predictions for Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. Gold Coast Real Estate, Adelaide Property Market, Luxury Real Estate Australia, Property Investment Podcast, Real Estate Trends 2026, Median Price Growth. We include home buying tips, commercial real estate, property market analysis and real estate investment strategies. Including real estate trends, finance and real estate agents and brokers. Plus real estate law and regulations, and real estate development insights. And real estate investing for first home buyers, real estate market reports and real estate negotiation skills. We include Hobart, Darwin, Hervey Bay, the Sunshine Coast, Newcastle, Central Coast, Wollongong, Geelong, Townsville, Cairns, Ballarat, Bendigo, Launceston, Mackay, Rockhampton, Coffs Harbour. #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateInvesting #FirstTimeInvestor #PropertyManagement #RentalYields #CapitalGrowth #RealEstateFinance #InvestorAdvice #PropertyPortfolio #RealEstateStrategies  #sydneyproperty #Melbourneproperty #brisbaneproperty #perthproperty  #adelaideproperty #canberraproperty #PerthRealEstate #hobartproperty  #RealEstate  #RealEstateNews #MortgageTips #PropertyMarket #FinanceAustralia #BrisbaneInvesting   #RealEstateDevelopment #adelaide #PerthRealEstate #FirstHomeBuyer #AustralianProperty #AustralianRealEstate #PropertyMarketUpdate #MortgageAustralia #FinanceTips #HousingAffordability #RealEstateTrends #kiwiProperty  #MortgageRates #HomeLoans  #PropertyMarket #MortgageTips #InterestRates  #BrisbaneProperty #QLDRealEstate #PropertyInvestment #AustralianHousingMarket #AdelaideProperty #aucklandRealEstate #InvestInAdelaide #wellingtonProperty #AustralianRealEstate #HousingTrends#MelbourneHousing #MelbourneInvestment  #MelbourneMarket  #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateTips #dubai #InvestmentStrategy #AustralianProperty 

What if the biggest reason your Etsy shop isn't converting has nothing to do with your product?In this episode, we unpack one of the most powerful copywriting shifts every Etsy seller should make: stop selling products and start selling outcomes. Buyers aren't searching for your product's features, they're searching for solutions to their problems.You'll learn how to write customer-focused listings, improve your SEO with high-intent keywords, increase qualified traffic, and create listings that actually convert. We also cover conversion rate benchmarks by price point, why many Etsy sellers unknowingly compete against themselves, and simple SEO frameworks you can apply today.Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there's no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. That's why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what's holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

Toronto has become the epicentre of Canada's real estate downturn, offering a potentially important preview of what could be coming next for Vancouver. After years of rapid appreciation, aggressive investor activity and unprecedented condominium construction, the GTA is now navigating falling prices, elevated inventory, development failures and a dramatic shift in buyer psychology.Toronto Realtor Tom Storey returns for a boots-on-the-ground assessment of one of Canada's most closely watched housing markets. More than a year after his previous appearance, conditions have evolved significantly—particularly across the condominium and pre-sale sectors, where developers, investors and buyers are confronting an entirely different economic reality.The condo market remains at the centre of the correction. Completed but unsold inventory, buyers struggling or refusing to close on pre-sale purchases, developer insolvencies and difficult project economics have fundamentally changed a segment that once attracted enormous investor demand. The question now is whether Toronto has worked through the worst of the adjustment or whether additional financial pressure remains ahead.Detached and semi-detached homes tell another important part of the story. With Vancouver beginning to see inventory conditions tighten year over year, Toronto provides a valuable comparison for understanding whether reduced supply could eventually establish a floor beneath prices. Buyer sentiment remains critical, however, as prospective purchasers continue weighing improved negotiating power against uncertainty over where property values ultimately settle.Financial stress is also becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. Ontario has experienced rising consumer insolvencies and bankruptcies as households contend with elevated mortgage payments and higher living costs. The impact is beginning to intersect directly with real estate, particularly for owners facing refinancing decisions or those who no longer have the financial flexibility provided by rapidly appreciating property values.Toronto's rental market provides another window into changing fundamentals. Rental rates, vacancies and landlord incentives are adjusting as new supply meets weaker population growth and affordability constraints, creating new challenges for investors whose purchase decisions were originally based on considerably stronger rental assumptions.Government intervention has now become another major part of the housing conversation. Toronto and Vancouver have both witnessed policies designed to support struggling new-construction markets, generating debate over whether these measures primarily protect housing supply or effectively provide relief to developers and their lenders. Combined with tax incentives such as HST relief on qualifying new homes, the critical test is whether government stimulus is actually translating into renewed buyer demand.The investment equation has consequently changed. Where should $1 million be deployed in Toronto real estate today? Condominiums offer significantly lower entry points than during the peak, while scarce ground-oriented housing may provide stronger long-term fundamentals. Alternatively, continued uncertainty could make patience the more attractive strategy.Perhaps the biggest opportunity lies precisely where sentiment has become most negative. Certain GTA neighbourhoods and property categories may already have experienced substantial corrections, potentially creating opportunities for buyers capable of looking beyond today's headlines and holding through the next market cycle.Toronto's experience carries important implications far beyond Ontario. Vancouver shares many of the same characteristics: expensive housing, significant condominium development, investor participation, affordability constraints and a development industry facing enormous financial pressure. If Toronto is further ahead in the housing correction, its next moves could provide some of the clearest signals yet about where Vancouver real estate is heading next.https://storeyteam.ca/_________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

Most Common Questions East Tennessee Buyers & Sellers Are Asking The real estate market is constantly changing, and we're answering the questions we hear every day from buyers and sellers across East Tennessee. In this rerun episode of Real Estate with Ryan, we'll cover topics like:
 • Is now a good time to buy or sell?
 • Are home prices still rising?
 • What's happening with mortgage rates?
 • How long are homes staying on the market?
 • What can buyers and sellers do to stay competitive? Whether you're planning to move soon or simply want to stay informed, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you make confident real estate decisions. Listen Every Saturday 11:00 AM – Talk Radio 92.3 FM / AM 760 WETR
1:00 PM – News Talk 98.7 FM Watch the replay on Facebook, YouTube, X, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. Have a real estate question? Call or Text 865-693-SOLD (7653) or visit RyanColeman.org. Ryan Coleman Founder/Broker/CEO Hometown Realty LLC Voted Best of Knoxville 2017-2025 Proud Sponsor of the VOLS Dave Ramsey Top ELP

There are four types of financial buyers who might make an offer on your business, and more often than any other type, the one approaching you is an independent sponsor. It is an unhelpful label for a group that raises the money for a deal only after the seller has signed an LOI, which is also when the seller's leverage is at its lowest.  Travis Jamison runs Capital Pad, where investors fund independent sponsor deals. He sees dozens of them for every one he approves. Independent sponsors are now behind roughly 28% of lower middle market acquisitions, which is more than traditional private equity does. 

This is an Impact Pricing Blog published on May 18, 2026, turned into an audio podcast so you can listen on the go. Read Full Article Here: https://impactpricing.com/blog/how-buyers-actually-buy-and-why-aida-isnt-the-answer/ If you have any feedback, definitely send it. You can reach us at mark@impactpricing.com.  Now, go make an impact.   Connect with Mark Stiving: Email: mark@impactpricing.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/  

Revenue Rocket's Mike Harvath, Ryan Barnett, and Matt Lockhart break down the real reasons founders delay an exit, and why the safest-feeling choice is often the most expensive. This episode of Shoot the Moon covers the “one more year” trap, founder dependency, succession planning, derisking customer concentration and contracts, and why knowing your valuation is the first move in IT services M&A. If you run an MSP, MSSP, cloud, dev, or VAR business, this is the timing conversation to have before the market decides for you. CHAPTERS 0:00 Cold open and welcome 1:56 Why founders delay a sale (the “one more year” trap) 5:46 Run it forever, but stay ready to sell 6:26 Owner dependency and building a machine 12:27 What succession planning really looks like 16:07 Enjoy what you have built vs. the window to sell 21:30 De-risking: customer concentration and contracts 22:23 Know your number: the case for annual valuations 24:40 One move to make this week 28:45 Closing thoughts: have a plan KEY TAKEAWAYS ● Waiting one more year can lower value, not just raise it. You carry 100% of the downside. ● Buyers pay for a business that runs without you. Build the bench and reduce founder dependency. ● Real succession planning is documented and executable, not a someday idea. ● De-risk before you go to market: diversify clients, fix contract assignability, deepen the team. ● Know your number. An annual valuation is good corporate hygiene and a stage gate for timing. LINKS ● Blog post: [BLOG LINK] ● Valuation calculator: revenuerocket.com/valuation-calculator ● Schedule a confidential conversation: [SCHEDULING LINK] ● Website: revenuerocket.com ABOUT REVENUE ROCKET Revenue Rocket is a sell-side and buy-side M&A advisory firm focused exclusively on IT services companies, including MSPs, cybersecurity, cloud, custom application development, and VARs. HASHTAGS #MergersAndAcquisitions #ITServices #MSP #ShootTheMoon #RevenueRocket #ExitStrategy #SuccessionPlanning #BusinessValuation Thinking about your own timing? Schedule a confidential conversation with Revenue Rocket at revenuerocket.com/contact-us. Listen to Shoot the Moon on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.Buy, sell, or grow your tech-enabled services firm with Revenue Rocket.

The property industry is facing a trust test, with questionable advice, buyer's agent practices, and rushed investment decisions putting buyers on alert. On Property Buzz, Phil Tarrant and Liam Garman unpack the biggest issues facing property investors right now, from misleading investment advice and buyer's agent concerns to the rush before major self-managed super fund (SMSF) changes take effect. The pair discuss the growing scrutiny around buyer's agents, questioning whether some business models have prioritised sales over investor outcomes. They also examine the latest developments from the Dashdot collapse, including concerns around upfront fees, investment advice, and the impact on customers left out of pocket. The duo explores why some investors are being drawn towards questionable opportunities, from expensive apartment purchases to promises of easy returns, and why due diligence remains critical in a shifting market. Tarrant and Garman then turn to the SMSF borrowing changes, the rush to secure deals before the deadline, and whether policy decisions are accurately reflecting the realities of the property market. The episode also looks at housing affordability, falling prices, and what a more cautious market means for investors trying to make their next move.

Intensifying clashes between Ukraine and Russia in the Black Sea are threatening a crucial trade artery responsible for nearly a third of the world's wheat supply, stoking fears of soaring prices and shortages. Earlier in July, a Russian cruise missile struck the grain carrier Golden Leo, claiming ten lives. This marked the deadliest blow yet in a mounting campaign by both Russian and Ukrainian forces targeting cargo ships in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov. "This is a new development in recent months," claims shipping analyst Yoruk Isik, who runs the Istanbul-based Bosphorus Observer consultancy. Isik warns that cargo vessels are caught in a deadly tit-for-tat. "Ukraine has been targeting Russian seaborne bulkers in particular, the ones transporting stolen grain from the occupied territories of Ukraine," explains Isik, "Russia retaliated and hit Ukraine's civilian port infrastructure in Odesa; a mid-sized vessel carrying corn out of Odesa was totally sunk, other vessels were damaged, and sailors died," he adds. Turkey's Shipowners' Association, having logged 136 incidents involving commercial vessels in recent months, is now urging its members to avoid the Black Sea altogether. Beyond its role as a key channel for Russian oil, the Black Sea is a lifeline for global grain exports, with Russia and Ukraine among the top suppliers. "It is very important to note that most of Russia's agricultural commodities are exported through the Black Sea, and that almost all of Ukraine's agricultural commodities are shipped via Ukraine's ports," warns Isik. Bad timing for harvest  Around a third of the world's wheat moves through these waters. The surge in attacks across the Black Sea and the neighbouring Sea of Azov has brought exports to a near standstill. "No port is officially closed, but almost no shipowner wants to go there, so trade is close to zero," claims Istanbul-based international grain dealer Can Atbasoglu. "Sellers want buyers to handle the vessels, and buyers want sellers to handle the vessels, but shipowners don't want to risk it." This deadlock arrives at the worst possible moment: harvest time. "Normally, Russian sellers would have sold all their August cargoes by now; I don't know if anybody has any sales on their books at present," says Atbasoglu. Turkey agrees deal to clear Black Sea of mines that threaten Ukrainian exports Wheat prices are already reacting. "The price in Romania is, say, 20-25 percent higher – that's the clearest effect we're seeing. But everybody is waiting for some kind of intervention, and soon," adds Atbasoglu. Turkey now leads a NATO mission, along with Bulgaria and Romania, to safeguard navigation in the Black Sea. However, former Turkish ambassador and navigation rights expert Mithat Rende believes Ankara will be wary of any effort to enforce passage for commercial ships. "It's very important that the Ukrainian war should not be transformed into a regional war," cautions Rende. "Where would it stop? Would you fire missiles and intercept Russian missiles in the Black Sea? They (Russia) already accuse all of us of fighting Russia as NATO. It's very important to avoid such operations," he adds. Full impact yet to be felt Rende argues Ankara's priority is diplomacy, having played a pivotal role in brokering the 2022 United Nations-backed grain export deal after Russian forces blocked Ukrainian shipments. "Turkey maintained a dialogue with both the Russian and the Ukrainian sides at the same time," says Rende, "But is there political will for a ceasefire now? I don't see it at present." Grain trader Atbasoglu warns the full impact of the disruption is not yet reflected in prices. "Buyers are still not fully reacting. It's seen more as an August, or at the latest a September issue, and the markets still want to believe both sides will get together and talk," he says. However, Atbasoglu cautions that time may be running out. "In 2022, Ukraine was completely closed off, and there was a major panic. We saw the effect: wheat prices jumped 50 percent in 2022, and we could expect something similar if this continues," he concludes. Africa and the Middle East, which are heavily reliant on Black Sea grain, are beginning to seek pricier alternatives. Europe, too, may soon feel the strain, as drought-hit wheat harvests threaten to push global food prices even higher.

The property industry is facing a trust test, with questionable advice, buyer's agent practices, and rushed investment decisions putting buyers on alert. On Property Buzz, Phil Tarrant and Liam Garman unpack the biggest issues facing property investors right now, from misleading investment advice and buyer's agent concerns to the rush before major self-managed super fund (SMSF) changes take effect. The pair discuss the growing scrutiny around buyer's agents, questioning whether some business models have prioritised sales over investor outcomes. They also examine the latest developments from the Dashdot collapse, including concerns around upfront fees, investment advice, and the impact on customers left out of pocket. The duo explores why some investors are being drawn towards questionable opportunities, from expensive apartment purchases to promises of easy returns, and why due diligence remains critical in a shifting market. Tarrant and Garman then turn to the SMSF borrowing changes, the rush to secure deals before the deadline, and whether policy decisions are accurately reflecting the realities of the property market. The episode also looks at housing affordability, falling prices, and what a more cautious market means for investors trying to make their next move.

What if you could dispose of any real estate deal without ever needing to build a massive cash buyer list? In this episode, Brent Daniels sits down with Nathan Payne to reveal the Agent Flip Strategy and how leveraging novations can maximize your profit on almost any lead. Nathan breaks down his exact four question framework to instantly qualify sellers, how to pivot from a standard cash offer to a highly profitable novation, and why targeting major metros is absolutely crucial for this strategy. You will also learn the ultimate zero dollar method for finding active buyers by simply calling agents who recently listed flips in your area. Stop leaving money on the table with dead leads and learn how to partner with experienced closers to maximize your marketing budget. Be a part of the TTP training program now.---------Show notes:(0:00) Beginning of today's episode(1:22) The exact four questions to instantly disqualify a seller and pivot your strategy(2:04) Breaking down the three main factors for sellers speed convenience and price(2:29) How the novation strategy removes heavy lifting for sellers while maximizing your spread(3:19) Understanding your marketing ROI and why a budget under 2,000 dollars means you are in hustle season(4:15) Why you should partner with experienced closers if you are spending money on inbound leads(9:56) How to find active cash buyers for zero dollars without relying on expensive software(10:30) Why calling real estate agents who just listed a flipped property is the ultimate disposition hack(12:42) Why Nathan strictly avoids small rural towns when running pay per click novation campaigns(15:39) How Nathan started his real estate journey with zero dollars by knocking on doors(18:22) Common mistakes new investors do when buying education and trying to scale quickly----------Resources: Payneless FlippingTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community  are endless, what are you waiting for?

This week's headlines all point to one important question. Private listings are expanding. Buyers are wondering how to find every available home. Sellers are hearing more about selling without an agent. Brokerages are debating listing policies, and ethics complaints are making national news. So here's the question. Are consumers getting the full story?   Resources for this episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ExaK3ixAvI   Join the Conversation Live Thanks for spending part of your day with me. Every Thursday at 9:00 AM ET, I go live on YouTube to talk through the week's biggest housing and real estate headlines. The best part is hearing your questions and perspectives while we're live. I'd love for you to join the conversation. Subscribe and turn on notifications here:

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Bret Boone and Jim Bowden discuss which MLB teams will, or should be, the biggest buyers at the MLB Trade Deadline early next week.

In this episode, Michael Rosenblum shares his insights on mortgage lending, product flexibility, industry challenges, and future opportunities, offering valuable advice for aspiring loan officers and real estate professionals.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

- Factorial and SK On Form Solid-State Battery Partnership - Buyers Seeking Low-Tech Cars - Fewer U.S. Car Buyers are Leasing - VW's VTOL Program a Secret Fiasco - Truck Destination Charges Up Sharply - China Overtaking Australia - Xiaomi's New Brand Focuses on Passengers - China EREVs Get Extended Oil Change Intervals - China Cracks Down on Blue Lights for Automation - Stellantis Seeing Slow Turnaround

- Factorial and SK On Form Solid-State Battery Partnership - Buyers Seeking Low-Tech Cars - Fewer U.S. Car Buyers are Leasing - VW's VTOL Program a Secret Fiasco - Truck Destination Charges Up Sharply - China Overtaking Australia - Xiaomi's New Brand Focuses on Passengers - China EREVs Get Extended Oil Change Intervals - China Cracks Down on Blue Lights for Automation - Stellantis Seeing Slow Turnaround

The Home Upgrades That Cost Sellers Thousands and Your questions answered!

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Training Camp Day 2 Takeaways, Chig Okonkwo's Role in Offense + Calls 42:32 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Commanders Defense Flying Around, WR Options + Calls 1:24:11 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - QB Battles in NFL, Nationals to be Buyers and Sellers + Terry McLaurin on Jaden Bradley

Nationals president of baseball operations Paul Toboni says Washington wants to operate as both buyers and sellers at the MLB trade deadline. Nick Ashooh breaks down what that means, how the Nationals could trade from positions of strength, and why the team may look to improve the current roster without sacrificing its long-term vision.

Hour 3 1:12 - QB Battles Around the NFL: Vikings, Raiders and Falcons 17:29 - Paul Toboni Says the Nationals Want to Be Buyers AND Sellers—Nick Explains 32:54 - Terry McLaurin w/ High praise for Undrafted WR Jaden Bradley

Minnesota Twins are confirmed buyers at MLB Trade Deadline! Twins GM Jeremy Zoll met with reporters yesterday to explain the teams intentions at the trade deadline; How will the Twins be buyers; Plus latest Twins roster updates and more on the SKOR North Twins ShowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Twins are confirmed buyers at MLB Trade Deadline! Twins GM Jeremy Zoll met with reporters yesterday to explain the teams intentions at the trade deadline; How will the Twins be buyers; Plus latest Twins roster updates and more on the SKOR North Twins ShowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Saying goodbye to JCD. Andrew’s Tribute. Growing up Dvorak with JC. Plenty of financial news to discuss. PLUS we are now on Spotify and Amazon Music/Podcasts! Click HERE for Show Notes and Links DHUnplugged is now streaming live - with listener chat. Click on link on the right sidebar. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? PayPal.Donation.Button({ env:'production', hosted_button_id:'JJJHP2GDEJC7J', image: { src:'https://www.paypalobjects.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_donateCC_LG.gif', alt:'Donate with PayPal button', title:'PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!', } }).render('#donate-button'); Follow John C. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter Warm-Up - JCD - Through Our Eyes - Andrew's Tribute - No Agenda/DHU Meet Up - 8-8 at 3:33 PM in Ft Lauderdale... - The winner of the SpaceX CTP - and you do not want to miss this one - stay tuned for freaky coincidences on this .... NO Agenda / DHUnplugged Meet-Up (Saturday - 8-8-2026 @ 3:33PM) - Location to be determined - SIGN UP HERE Meet-Up Invite Markets -Back to SpaceX - What a rug pull! (down $1.2T from high) - Semiconductor enter a bear market - down 25% from high - NASDAQ 100 in correction JC Dvorak - A look back on growing up Dvorak Listener thoughts NVDA - De-crowned - Apple is now (once again) the largest stock by market cap - This is probably due the concern around spend and Capex - BUT, is this just a safety trade / rotation? NVIDIA MAY BECOME OPENAI'S BANK - Nvidia may guarantee up to $250 billion in financing for OpenAI. - The proposed Ohio data-center project could cost more than $500 billion. - Nvidia would be helping finance a major customer buying its infrastructure. - The structure raises concerns about circular AI demand. - Nvidia shares fell about 5% as investors weighed the risks. OR - Is this now becoming known as an issue: Circular Financing BIG TECH GETS THE CAPEX FLU - Alphabet beat earnings estimates, but shares fell about 7%. - Management raised 2026 capital spending guidance to as much as $205 billion. - Google Cloud revenue rose more than 80% to about $25 billion. - Alphabet posted negative quarterly free cash flow for the first time since its IPO. - Tesla fell more than 14% as investors focused on weaker profit and heavy spending. CHINA'S CHIP IPO GOES FULL CASINO - Chinese chipmaker CXMT jumped about 500% in its market debut. - The company raised about $8.6 billion. - It was Asia's largest IPO of the year. - A small public float helped amplify the move. - U.S. semiconductor stocks fell as investors weighed stronger Chinese competition. THE FED MEETING WITH NO EASY ANSWER - The Federal Reserve meets Wednesday. - Markets are split between no change and a possible rate increase. - Higher oil prices have raised inflation concerns. - Treasury yields are near their highest levels since early 2025. - The decision arrives with big-tech earnings and GDP data. AI MONEY GOES IN CIRCLES - Microsoft, OpenAI and Nvidia are linked through funding, chips and cloud deals. - The same capital can appear as investment, demand and revenue. - Suppliers are helping finance customers that buy their own products. - The risk is a chain reaction if AI funding or demand slows. OPENAI'S MODEL GOES ROGUE - OpenAI said a model acted outside expected controls during testing. - The incident reportedly caused a breach at a startup. - The case goes beyond a bad answer or chatbot hallucination. - It raises questions about giving AI agents access to real systems. - Regulators may push for stronger testing and disclosure rules. GOOGLE WANTS YOUR SELFIE - Google will allow account sign-ins using selfie video. - The feature adds another way to verify identity. - It could reduce dependence on passwords and recovery codes. - The tradeoff is greater use of facial data. - Privacy, storage and security questions will follow. TESLA AND ALPHABET GET HAMMERED - Tesla fell 13% and Alphabet dropped 7%. - Investors focused on rising costs and heavy AI spending. - Strong revenue was not enough to calm return-on-investment concerns. - The market wants clearer proof that spending will produce cash flow. - Expensive growth stories are getting less patience. TESLA PROFIT MISSES - Tesla's second-quarter profit fell well short of estimates. - Rising costs weighed on the results. - Spending remains high across vehicles, AI and robotaxis. - Investors are questioning when those projects will improve margins. - Softer robotaxi language added to the pressure- and of course when is the real question - promising for years. TESLA COOLS THE ROBOTAXI TALK - Tesla has become more cautious about robotaxi timing and expansion. - Earlier comments suggested a much faster rollout. - Safety, regulation and reliability remain major obstacles. - Robotaxis are still central to Tesla's long-term valuation. - More delays would weaken one of the company's biggest growth claims. SPACEX SHORT SELLERS CASH IN - Short sellers reportedly earned $15.5 billion as SpaceX shares fell. - The move rewarded investors betting against the company's valuation. - It shows how quickly enthusiasm can reverse at extreme prices. - SpaceX still has strong growth stories in launches and satellites. - The debate is whether too much future success was already priced in. --- Price hit $108 today before bouncing - major rug pull CATHIE WOOD DOUBLES DOWN ON SPACEX - Cathie Wood called SpaceX potentially the most important company in history. -  Her comment came after a sharp decline in the shares and it seems is more of talking her book. - Her case rests on launch, satellite and communications growth. - The problem is that losses are expected for the foreseeable future. INTEL FINALLY GETS AN AI LIFT - Intel shares jumped 11% after earnings. - Revenue grew at the fastest pace in almost 15 years. - AI-related demand helped drive the improvement. - The report gave investors fresh evidence of a turnaround. - Intel still trails key rivals in advanced chips and manufacturing. - However, it turned lower in the morning and now is 35% off its high TSMC ADDS ANOTHER $100 BILLION - TSMC plans another $100 billion investment in Arizona. - Second-quarter profit surged 77%. - AI-chip demand continues to drive the expansion and the idea is that the project strengthens U.S. semiconductor production. - It also adds labor, construction and execution risk. - The spending shows the scale of the AI infrastructure race. --- So far many of these promises have been a bit hallow BOND YIELDS FEEL THE OIL SHOCK - The 10-year Treasury yield reached its highest level since January 2025. - Surging oil prices brought inflation fears back into the market. - Higher energy costs could delay Federal Reserve rate cuts. - Rising yields pressure stocks, housing and other rate-sensitive assets. - Oil is again influencing the entire interest-rate outlook. CANADA GETS A 50% TARIFF - Trump imposed 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods. - The administration cited discrimination against U.S. companies. - The move could raise costs for manufacturers using Canadian inputs. - Canada could respond with tariffs of its own. - The fight adds more uncertainty to North American trade. WILDFIRE SMOKE BECOMES A TARIFF ISSUE - Trump criticized Canada as wildfire smoke spread into the U.S. - He said pollution costs could be added to tariffs. - The idea links environmental damage directly to trade policy. - Canadian goods could face another unpredictable cost. - Companies may struggle to price a pollution-based tariff. MIAMI TURNS INTO A BUYER'S MARKET - Miami reportedly has 140% more home sellers than buyers. - Buyers now have more leverage on price, inspections and concessions. - The reversal follows one of the country's strongest pandemic housing booms. - High prices, insurance and carrying costs may be pushing demand lower. - Starting to see some pricing erosiokn and sellers pulling homes UNITEDHEALTH TURNS THE CORNER - UnitedHealth beat earnings estimates and raised its outlook. --- Co-Pick for JCD and AH - Cost controls helped drive the improvement. DELTA SAYS HIGHER FARES ARE STICKING - Delta expects higher airfares to continue. - Strong pricing could help it reach its 2026 profit goal. - Higher fares provide protection against fuel and labor costs. - Travelers may see fewer discounted tickets. - Capacity growth remains the key variable. --- Say it enough and its true? THE GREAT EGG RECALL - Nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs were recalled over possible salmonella. - The FDA announced the recall after identifying contamination concerns. --- Now what will be the political angle? - Supply disruption could also add pressure to egg prices. HUMAN SKIN ENTERS K-BEAUTY -Injectable skin boosters derived from donated cadaver skin to regenerate aging skin tissue - Human skin is becoming part of some K-beauty treatments. - Demand is tied to premium anti-aging products. - South Korean biotech firm L&C Bio manufactures the treatment, producing roughly 80,000 vials per month as demand outpaces supply. -- They are nuts in Korea NETWORKS SKIP TRUMP SPEECH - ABC, NBC and CNN declined live primary-channel coverage. - The speech focused on0 'election security'. - Networks weighed news value against misinformation concerns. - The decision could affect ratings and political advertising during mid-terms which JCD was the biggest income for any news outlet (Political elections)   Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? 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Bob and Dave break down what they’ve seen today at Seahawks training camp, they hear why Jeff Passan thinks the Mariners should, but probably won’t, move on from manager Dan Wilson, they look at whether the Mariners should be buyers or sellers at the MLB trade deadline, and they bring you the biggest stories around the NFL, including Vita Vea requesting a trade from the Bucs. 

In this episode, you'll learn the difference between selling your business to a holding company versus an operating company. You will discover how your choice of buyer impacts your role after the sale, your team's future, and your second payout. Understanding these buyer styles will help you avoid lowball purchase offers and boost the value of your future sales and bonus payouts. View the complete show notes for this episode. Want To Learn More?  Selling to a PE Firm as Part of a Roll-up Earnouts When Selling or Buying a Business | Complete Guide M&A Guide | The 4 Types of Buyers of Businesses 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 podcast@morganandwestfield.com.  

God of War's future is beginning to take shape, with Laufey's upcoming adventure directly setting up the return of Kratos. We discuss what this means for the series, whether Santa Monica Studio should ever step away from God of War, and what we want from its next era. Obsidian, on the other hand, is officially returning to Fallout, Fallout 3 and New Vegas remasters are on the way, and Bethesda appears to have major plans for the franchise. We break down what Obsidian's involvement could mean, whether Xbox can make better games with smaller development teams, and why these announcements may have arrived when they did. Before the news, Brett finally gets pulled into Palworld, Chris shares his thoughts on Halo Campaign Evolved, and we discuss Saros, Returnal, Digimon Story Time Stranger, Kingdom Come Salvation, the latest PSN outage, and the never-ending physical-versus-digital debate. New episodes post every other Wednesday at 12PM CST/10AM PST! This show is possible thanks to the support of our Patrons. Consider becoming one today at https://www.patreon.com/nartech JOIN OUR DISCORD! Get in on the action and discuss all things PlayStation and gaming with fellow fans. It's the perfect place to talk games, music, movies, and, of course, the podcast! https://discord.gg/cEvKzqm Email/Tweet us your thoughts & suggestions: X (formerly Twitter): https://www.twitter.com/TriangleSqrdEmail: trianglesquaredpodcast@gmail.com PSN IDs: Add us!Brett – Chaimera086Chris – Figz21k ------------------------------------- 0:00 - Intro2:10 - Halo Campaign Evolved & the Remake Debate12:06 - Why Saros Works Where Returnal Didn't21:41 - Is Digimon Time Stranger Too Easy?27:38 - Palworld Finally Clicks35:41 - Should Nintendo Refund Switch 2 Buyers?39:55 - God of War: Laufey Sets Up Kratos' Return48:16 - Kingdom Come Salvation & Medieval MMO Dreams55:39 - The PSN Outage Reignites Physical vs. Digital1:01:32 - Obsidian Returns to Fallout & Two Remasters1:05:39 - Can Xbox Make Better Games With Smaller Teams?1:17:17 - Game Genres We Can't Get Into1:29:23 - Where We've Traveled and Where We Want to Go-------------------------------------

What actually causes most business acquisitions to fail? It usually isn't the price. Or the financing. Or even the due diligence. It's what happens after the deal closes. Too many buyers spend months negotiating the perfect acquisition, then expect two businesses, two teams, two cultures, and two sets of systems to magically become one. That's where things start to unravel. In this episode, Jaryd sits down with Julie Keyes, Certified Exit Planning Advisor, author of Poised for Exit, and host of the Poised for Exit podcast, to unpack why integration is the most overlooked part of buying a business and why it's often the difference between creating value and destroying it. They dive into the biggest red flags buyers should spot before making an offer, why customer concentration and owner dependency can quietly kill a deal, and the simple question every acquirer should answer before buying another company: "Why are we doing this?" Julie also shares why culture matters just as much as cash flow, how successful buyers prepare long before signing the paperwork, and why the smartest acquisitions aren't about buying revenue, they're about creating a stronger business for everyone involved. Because the best acquisitions don't end at closing. That's where the real work begins.

You've probably heard the media, politicians and economists talking about "the inflation rate" as though every Australian is experiencing the same increase in their cost of living.   But the official CPI figure may bear little resemblance to what is happening in your household.   Because here's the uncomfortable truth. That headline number is an average. It's a blend of everything from lettuce to laptops, and if your money goes on housing, health care, insurance and electricity rather than imported gadgets and clothing, your real cost of living has probably been running well above what the news is telling you.   Today we're going to pull that number apart. We're going to look at who actually suffers the highest inflation in this country, why government policy is doing more damage to your cost of living than any war or supply shock, and why understanding your own personal inflation rate matters just as much to your wealth-building strategy as your choice of property.   By the end of this episode you'll know exactly where you sit on what my guest calls the inflation pyramid, which categories of spending are quietly eating your returns, and why housing costs in particular have become one of the clearest examples of government-made inflation in the country.   My guest today is Ashley Owen, Principal of Owen Analytics and one of the most respected independent economists and investment analysts in Australia.   Takeaways   • Official CPI figures hide big differences between household spending patterns and real cost pressures. • Renters face stronger inflation because more of their budget goes to utilities, taxes, and housing costs. • Government-driven costs push housing inflation higher through taxes, regulation, and construction bottlenecks. • Imported goods often offset inflation, but local services keep rising through wage and productivity pressures. • Insurance, healthcare, and education climb faster because they rely heavily on expensive Australian labour. • Personal inflation rates matter more than averages when planning retirement withdrawals and long-term cash flow. • Higher inflation erodes mortgage balances over time, benefiting borrowers who own quality assets. • Delayed rate cuts and political spending can keep interest rates higher for longer. • Land scarcity in concentrated cities pushes up property values and construction costs. • Wealth plans must outperform inflation or purchasing power steadily shrinks over decades.   Links and Resources:   Answer this week's trivia question here - https://www.propertytrivia.com.au/ •        Win a copy of How To Grow A Multi-Million Dollar Property Portfolio In Your Spare Time. •        Every entry receives a copy of a fully updated Michael Yardney Property Report.   Michael Yardney – Subscribe to my Property Update newsletter here.     Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan. Click here and have a chat with us.   Ashley Owen, Director of Owen Analytics https://www.owenanalytics.com.au/   Articles mentioned in the podcast:   ·        Housing inflation higher than CPIhttps://www.owenanalytics.com.au/2026jul20-housing-inflation   ·        What's your personal inflation rate?https://www.owenanalytics.com.au/2026jul14-infl-categ     Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at: www.PodcastBonus.com.au    Also, please subscribe to my other podcast Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher – just look for Demographics Decoded wherever you are listening to this podcast and subscribe so each week we can unveil the trends shaping your future.   About The Michael Yardney Podcast | Property Investment And Wealth Creation Australia   The Michael Yardney Podcast is one of Australia's leading property investment podcasts, helping investors understand the Australian property market and build long-term wealth through strategic property investing.   Each week we explore:   • Australian property market updates• Property investment strategies in Australia• Melbourne property market trends• Sydney property market forecasts• Brisbane property investment opportunities• Capital growth property strategies• Property cycles in Australia• Negative gearing and tax strategy• Interest rates and their impact on property• Buyer's agent insights and investment planning   If you're serious about building a high-performance property portfolio and creating financial freedom through real estate, this podcast will give you the clarity and strategy you need.   Learn more at:https://propertyupdate.com.auhttps://metropole.com.au

Send us Fan MailBefore you blame the market, look at how your homes show up online. Chad Davies - founder of Davies Imaging Group (DIG), serving builders doing 500+ units a year across 28 markets - joins Anya Chrisanthon fresh off the Jeff Shore Sales and Marketing Leadership Summit, where his team captured the entire event from behind the camera.The view from the Summit Every conversation - on stage and at the bar - came back to the same theme: stop negotiating. Selling homes is no longer a price battle. Builders have cut as much as they can, and the differentiator now is how you capture buyer attention.The DIG story Chad photographed his first $2 million home at 17. Sixteen years later, DIG is a specialized team - photographers who only photograph, dedicated editors in Guadalajara ripping through post-production, virtual staging artists, and a separate video production discipline. Why? Because one person can't carry the whole weight, and the friction in builder photography lives at the front and back end: scheduling, communication, and turnaround time.What 28 markets reveal Some regions are ripping, others are slow - and the trends are shifting. California, which invented the twilight photography craze, now wants daytime shots. Lifestyle and amenity video is surging while standalone model video fades. And in competitive markets like Texas, builders are suddenly finding photography budget - because when you can't compete on price, location, or product, presentation is the only lever left.The spec home rant If your home exists, it needs real professional photos - not a rendering, not construction team phone pics. And if it's not selling within a month, stage the pictures. Chad's team is seeing homes that sat for a year sell in weeks after virtual staging. Buyers aren't buying a shell - they're buying a new lifestyle, and you can't show them that with an empty room. Your job as a marketer is to remove the imagination, not demand it.The virtual staging surprise The biggest fans of virtual staging aren't marketing teams - they're sales teams. When a stale listing gets staged, it renews the sales team's excitement to sell it. If you want to empower your salespeople, stage the sitting inventory.Where AI fits AI-generated video is a variation of a photo, not a replacement for video production. Use it to fill social channels and supplement your media strategy - but it's an "and," not an "or."The biggest untapped opportunity in builder content Mic up your construction team. The first big builder that embraces behind-the-scenes content from their superintendents - showing culture and quality instead of talking about it - is going to have a great year. As Chad puts it: you're not telling people your culture, you're showing them.Connect with Chad on LinkedIn or on Instagram (Chad Davies), and learn more at daviesimaging.com.About Anewgo Anewgo is an all-in-one new home sales and marketing platform. We equip builders with AI-ready homebuilder websites, interactive design tools, floorplans, sitemaps, AI Sales Assistants, and data analytics to create personalized buyer journeys. Learn more at anewgo.com or find every episode at anewgo.com/podcast.Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anewgo-of-new-home-sales/id1602564768

Vertical specialization is one of the most reliable ways to raise both growth and valuation in IT services M&A. In Episode 254 of Shoot the Moon, we break down how focusing on one or two industry verticals, and building the sales team to match, makes an IT services firm worth more to buyers. Most IT services firms start as generalists because it is the fastest path to revenue. But in a market where AI is commoditizing technical skill, domain expertise is what buyers and clients pay for. We cover why vertical focus shortens sales cycles and lifts valuation, how the hunter and farmer sales roles work, and how to compensate and hire for a vertical model. We close with three practical steps you can take this week to find and commit to the right vertical. CHAPTERS Timestamps are approximate and must be verified against the final edit. 0:00 Cold open and intro 4:05 Specialize, verticalize, productize: the framework 7:00 Why vertical expertise matters more in the age of AI 9:30 Why most IT services firms default to generalist 12:30 What verticalizing takes, and the payoff 16:50 The sales team: hunters, farmers, and support roles Revenue Rocket Consulting Group | Shoot the Moon Episode 254 20:40 Hiring for a vertical: fish where the fish are 24:10 Compensating hunters vs farmers 28:00 What buyers see: vertical focus and valuation 32:40 Where to start this week 35:30 Wrap-up KEY TAKEAWAYS  AI is commoditizing technical skill, so domain expertise is the differentiator buyers pay for.  A vertical focus shortens sales cycles, sharpens marketing, and tends to lift valuation.  Selling is a team sport: hunters win new logos, farmers grow accounts, with a handoff inside the first 12 months.  Concentrating in a vertical is a strength; depending on a few clients is a risk buyers discount.  Start by analyzing where your revenue already concentrates, then commit to a market you are passionate about. LINKS Blog: [BLOG LINK] Valuation calculator: revenuerocket.com/valuation-calculator Schedule a confidential conversation: [SCHEDULING LINK] Listen on your favorite platform: [LINK] Website: revenuerocket.com ABOUT REVENUE ROCKET Revenue Rocket is a sell-side and buy-side M&A advisory firm focused exclusively on IT services companies, including MSPs, cybersecurity, cloud, custom application development, and VARs. #MergersAndAcquisitions #ITServices #MSP #ShootTheMoon #RevenueRocket #ExitStrategy #VerticalSpecialization #HunterFarmer Thinking about your own growth or exit? Schedule a confidential conversation. Listen to Shoot the Moon on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.Buy, sell, or grow your tech-enabled services firm with Revenue Rocket.

Writing the strongest possible offer starts before the contract is drafted. In this episode of Best Agent Hacks, I break down the exact conversation agents should have with buyers once they decide they want to write an offer. Before jumping into price, inspections, terms, and tactics, agents need to confirm motivation, uncover concerns, and understand how badly the buyer wants the home. I walk through the five key questions agents should ask, including how buyers are feeling, how much they want the home on a 1-to-10 scale, what concerns they have, which boxes were checked, and where they feel comfortable on price. If you want to help buyers make stronger decisions, write better offers, and build trust whether they win the house or not, this episode gives you the framework.

Welcome to The SaaS CFO Podcast! In this episode, Ben welcomes back Jim Williams, Managing Director at GLC Advisors, for his fourth appearance to provide an up-to-date look at the software M&A landscape. This conversation dives deep into how the rise of AI is reshaping the market, the evolving benchmarks for software company valuations, and what's currently defining high-quality SaaS businesses. Jim Williams shares insights on the barbell effect in multiples, tougher diligence on revenue quality, new questions investors are asking about AI strategy and margins, and how founders can position themselves for the best possible outcomes—whether they're aiming for a solid exit or shooting for that elusive 10x valuation. Whether you're a SaaS founder, CFO, or investor, this episode is packed with practical guidance and timely market intelligence you won't want to miss. Show Notes: 00:00 AI's impact on market trends 04:06 Impact of AI on business multiples 08:30 AI's impact on SaaS businesses 12:21 Evaluating AI's real impact 15:35 Discussing AI's impact on business fundamentals 17:10 Discussing software company valuations 22:46 Preparing Financials for Buyers 24:27 Focusing on business fundamentals 27:47 Customer segmentation and retention insights 31:19 Discussing growth rates and AI strategy 34:08 Strategizing AI model selection 38:56 Discussing AI adoption challenges 41:17 Discussing market trends and fluctuations 44:57 Contact and Reports Information Links: Jim Williams LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-williams-5754953/ To learn more about Ben check out the links below: Subscribe to Ben's daily metrics newsletter: https://saasmetricsschool.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to Ben's SaaS newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/df1db6bf8bca/the-saas-cfo-sign-up-landing-page SaaS Metrics courses here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/ Join Ben's SaaS community here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/offers/ivNjwYDx/checkout Follow Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benrmurray

On Tuesday's   Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett opens the show discussing how George Kirby was throttled against the Rangers and how surprising it was.  Can they figure it out before its too late?John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com  joins Puck to chat about money being spent in college athletics after it was revealed last week that UW spent over $44 million dollars on athletics in their last year of their NIL branch. Was it worth it?  Big 10 media day is this week, what are the chances that UW surprises and USC disappoints?  UW and WSU rivalry in hoops is over after 110 years, what are we doing and is football next?  Lastly, what's the latest Brad Adam, Mariners TV and Puck talk Dodger Michelada's , Dodger Dogs, miserable Texas series, mood in the clubhouse, trade rumors, and did they really need to fire their third hitting coach??“On This Day…”  The Kid has done it! Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?”   16 year old hero(1:00) Puck (12:12) John Canzano (29:23) Brad Adam, Mariners TV (47:32)  “On this Day….”  (49:58) “Hey, What the Puck!?” 

July 28, 2026 Hour 3 Matt Moscona. Buyers and Sellers at the MLB Trade Deadline. Poll Question and Fantasy Football Summit announcement. Matt Moscona on LSU and the New Orleans Saints.

Chapter 1: The Trap of Practicing in a Vacuum (00:00 – 04:28) Anne introduces Tom Dheere and lays out the core mystery: why do highly talented voice actors stop booking? Tom references Jeff Colvin's landmark book Talent is Overrated, breaking down how elite performers across industries (like Tiger Woods or Mozart) rely entirely on the quantity and quality of deliberate practice. He warns that a massive trap for rising talent is practicing in a vacuum. Without a performance coach or objective professional director to provide constructive feedback, talent listen back to their files with subjective, untrained ears and end up cementing bad structural habits. Chapter 2: Reps vs. Experimentation (04:29 – 07:34) Anne highlights why she assigns rigorous homework to her students—not to cause stress, but to build operational muscle memory. She notes that the real learning happens in the quiet moments between sessions when a student forces themselves to analyze, record, edit, and upload a new script daily. Tom introduces a vital distinction between practice and experimentation. Practice is the mechanical repetition of reps. Experimentation means putting on a psychological "lab coat" to explore diverse emotional subtexts—such as shifting a line from frustration to envy or adoration—ensuring an actor doesn't get stuck in an undirectable rut. Chapter 3: The Intention of the Copywriter (07:35 – 10:21) Anne shares an anecdote from a recent group class where a copywriter validated her baseline training philosophy: every single word on a script was written with explicit intention and purpose. If an actor rushes into their home studio and records an audition without investigating why those specific words exist on the page, the resulting delivery sounds flat, stereotypical, and contrived. Chapter 4: The 500-File Slush Pile (10:22 – 12:47) Tom provides a sobering glimpse into the brutal logistics of a major casting call. When a director receives 500 auditions for a single corporate or commercial spot: The first 100 files are instantly deleted because they failed to follow basic filename formatting rules. The next 100 files are discarded because the talent slipped into a sterile, melodic announcer cadence (da-da-da-da-da-da) within the first five seconds. The final selection comes down to the actors who make strong, distinct, and logical choices right out of the gate, honoring the semantic hierarchy of the text. Chapter 5: Overworking the File vs. Seeking the Truth (12:48 – 15:35) Anne and Tom warn against letting the pendulum swing too far in the opposite direction. New voice actors frequently overwork an audition, recording multiple takes and over-analyzing their delivery until the final file sounds heavily manufactured and performative. Tom shares a brilliant rule from legendary audiobook narrator Johnny Heller: your primary job in every single genre of voiceover is to seek the text's truth. Whether you are reading a cinematic historical narrative or shouting about used cars for an auto lot, you must deliver a believable, raw human point of view. Chapter 6: The Demographic Filter & Fresh Batteries (15:36 – 22:14) The hosts tackle the reality of the demographic filter. A voice actor can turn in a technically flawless, award-worthy performance but still lose the job simply because their voice print doesn't line up with the specific targeted audience (e.g., Medicare recipients vs. baseball fans). Tom notes that modern buyers have fresh batteries in their "BS detectors" and demand peer-to-peer authenticity. Anne shares that her highest-booking auditions are consistently the ones she treated as an honest interaction, rather than trying to match an artificial melody she imagined hearing on the air. Chapter 7: The Meta-Data of the 3 Portals (22:15 – End) Tom delivers a masterclass in tracking business metrics, revealing that he completed exactly 1,492 auditions in 2024 and 1,659 auditions in 2025. By auditing his spreadsheets, Tom discovered a powerful pattern: 75% of his total voiceover revenue is generated by repeat business, while 25% comes from direct auditions. He shares how analyzing his booked auditions across his Three Portals (Representation, Online Casting, and Self-Marketing) allowed him to track shifting industry trends, noticing his bookings naturally migrated from bright, casual tones in 2024 toward heavy, chesty gravitas in 2025. Top 10 Boss Takeaways Talent is just the baseline: Possessing a natural storytelling gene means nothing if you fail to develop your technical skills. Focus heavily on mastering Colvin's principle of deliberate, high-quality practice. Stop listening with subjective ears: Practicing in isolation reinforces bad booth habits. Invest in an objective performance coach or a verified industry peer who will give you hard, honest structural feedback. Master the complete production sequence: Homework isn't just about vocal tracking. Use your practice hours to master script analysis, audio file editing, and data uploading so your operational pipeline becomes seamless. Put on the psychological lab coat: Avoid getting married to a single vocal delivery. Force yourself to run script experiments using contrasting emotional anchors—like shifting from clinical authority to friendly advice—to keep your performance fluid and directable. Honor the copywriter's intent: Copywriters spend hours fine-tuning text to hit specific marketing targets. Honor their labor by uncovering the specific purpose behind every noun, adjective, and punctuation mark before you hit record. Eliminate the mechanical announcer cadence: Buyers will tune you out within the first three seconds if you slip into a predictive, rhythmic vocal melody. Make a distinct, grounded acting choice right out of the gate. Adhere strictly to filename data specs: If a casting notice requests a specific label format (e.g., LastName_FirstName_Brand.mp3), follow it to the letter. Casting directors handle hundreds of files and will delete non-compliant data instantly without listening. Ditch the 15-take audition spiral: Over-analyzing your audio files destroys human naturalness. Cap yourself at three distinct takes, select the most honest file, delete the structural waste, and submit. Balance your Three Portals synergetically: Do not pass judgment on specific marketing avenues. Representation, Online Casting (Pay-to-Plays), and Self-Marketing exist in a synergistic loop—improving your output on one portal naturally sharpens your conversion rate on the others. Track your business meta-data to spot trends: Log every single audition, portal source, genre, and booking. Stepping back quarterly to track structural patterns will show you exactly which vocal signatures are driving revenue in the current marketplace.  

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Jump into the chaos with "The Bat Flip Podcast" for our ultimate 2026 MLB Trade Deadline Primer! With the deadline set for August 3 at 6 p.m. ET, we're breaking down every major storyline, rumor, and prediction as teams scramble to buy or sell. Will the Detroit Tigers trade two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal? We analyze the massive demand from the Brewers, Rays, Dodgers, and more. Plus, is Mason Miller staying with the Padres or headed to the Yankees, Mariners, or Pirates? We cover the hottest MLB trade targets, including CJ Abrams, Ryan Jeffers, Luis Arraez, and key starters like Reid Detmers. Get the full breakdown of buyers vs. sellers, from aggressive clubs like the Yankees, Phillies, Cubs, and Astros to teardown candidates like the Mets and Giants. Expect expert MLB trade rumors, player analysis, team needs, and fantasy baseball impact as we preview the biggest moves that could reshape the playoff race. This is your one-stop guide to the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline! Subscribe for more baseball analysis, MLB news, and trade deadline updates. Like, share, and drop your boldest predictions in the comments—who's getting dealt? Don't miss this deep dive into the most important day of the season! #MLBTradeDeadline #2026MLB #TradeRumors #TarikSkubal #BaseballAnalysis

July 1 Deal A Week Challenge (Day 1): Build a Buyer List & Get 5 Free Active Portfolio Cash Buyers!Josh opens day 1 of the 3-day 1 Deal a Week Fast Start Challenge, sharing how participants have picked up clients during the challenge and previewing day two on sellers and day three on the reverse offer strategy to keep a pipeline full and aim for one deal per week. He contrasts 3 ways agents get clients, shepherd (referrals), farmer (marketing), and fisherman (proactive outreach), and explains why starting with buyers matters because no one gets paid without a buyer. He outlines three buyer buckets: pocket buyers, portfolio buyers (investors with 5+ properties and recent purchases), and institutional buyers. Attendees are assigned to build a pocket-buyer list and to pull five free portfolio-buyer leads via LeadDeck.ai/buyers, using provided scripts and the Skool community for replays and resources, with an optional $47 VIP Zoom session.Access all video replays and VIP here:https://www.skool.com/leads-listings-leverage-7797/classroom/cb792cf400:00 Challenge Wins Preview00:37 Three Day Game Plan01:49 Housekeeping And Community05:13 Meet Josh And Blueprint07:06 Do The Work Disclaimer07:36 Three Ways Get Clients11:10 Fisherman Story Canada14:01 GCI Gap Calculator19:31 Why Start With Buyers21:26 Three Buyer Buckets27:27 Off Market Matchmaking Example28:31 Activity Build Pocket Buyers34:45 New Agent Buyer Sources37:49 Day One Assignments Recap38:18 Preforeclosure Quick Win38:57 Pull Portfolio Buyers42:13 Scripts That Convert43:42 Tap To Call Demo46:52 DNC And Compliance Tips48:31 Homework And FAQs51:06 VIP And Tomorrow Preview53:20 LeadDeck Origin Story56:02 Final Links And Wrap Up

July 1 Deal A Week Challenge (Day 2): Top 5 Off-Market Motivated Seller Ponds (Plus 2 Bonus Lead Sources)Check out the video replays including the VIP sessions here:https://www.skool.com/leads-listings-leverage-7797/classroom/cb792cf4Day 2 of the “1 Deal A Week” fast-start challenge explains how agents can proactively fill their pipeline without a big ad budget, heavy content creation, or weekends by pairing three buckets of buyers (pocket, portfolio, and institutional) with off-market motivated seller “ponds.” The 5 main ponds are for sale by owners, for rent by owners, aged expired listings, pre-foreclosures, and tired landlords, with two bonus ponds: portfolio buyers who may also be sellers, and old “dead” seller leads from past lead sources. The host shares case studies and simple outreach scripts (e.g., “Are you still accepting offers?” and the “magic number” text), demonstrates filtering aged expireds in the MLS, and gives homework to identify old seller-lead sources and pull five tired landlord leads via LeadDeck.ai/sellers, with a promise to tie everything together tomorrow using the reverse offer strategy.00:00 Challenge kickoff and VIP03:01 Day one recap mindset05:50 Buyer buckets and buy box10:01 Day two ponds overview12:20 Pond one FSBO wins14:19 Pond two FRBO outreach17:05 Pond three aged expireds20:25 MLS demo fishing expireds26:00 Pond four preforeclosures28:52 Karen portfolio case study30:39 Pond five tired landlords30:58 Tired Landlord Portfolio Win32:15 CJ Cold Call Breakthrough33:04 Reasons to Call More People33:57 Gianna Million Dollar Upside34:42 Bonus Pond Portfolio Buyers37:49 Bonus Pond Old Seller Leads39:50 Magic Number Text Script40:55 Pull Tired Landlords in LeadDeck43:41 Tired Landlord Call Script45:07 Phone Tech and LeadDeck Engine46:17 Handling Pricing and Representation52:02 Rapid Fire Q&A Ponds57:51 Daily Assignment and Wrap Up

RUNDOWN   Mitch and Hotshot Scott open Episode 392 by marveling at the daredevils who parachuted off the Space Needle before celebrating the return of Seahawks training camp as a welcome distraction from another nerve-racking week of Mariners baseball. They react to Dom Canzone's season-saving heroics, Jerry Dipoto's puzzling coaching shakeup, and Seattle's looming trade deadline decisions before previewing the Seahawks' title defense and the inevitable Torrey Horton training camp hype. After Dominic Canzone's dramatic home run rescues the Mariners from a potentially devastating sweep, Mitch, Jason Churchill, and Brady Farkas debate whether the victory can truly change the trajectory of Seattle's season or merely delay the inevitable. Churchill also weighs Seattle's pitching surplus, discusses the futures of George Kirby and Logan Gilbert, evaluates top prospects Michael Arroyo and Lazaro Montes, and closes with an honest assessment of Cal Raleigh's prolonged slump. With Seahawks training camp underway, Mitch and Jacson Bevens examine how Seattle's Super Bowl-winning roster has changed and whether the team is equipped for another title run. They discuss the thinner roster, the uncertainty at running back, Sam Darnold's long-term future, and what Klint Kubiak's offense might look like with new weapons. Mitch samples three of the show's patron-exclusive regulars as Danny O'Neil weighs Tom Dundon's arena strategy and the Seahawks' upcoming Hard Knocks season. Jason Puckett breaks down the Mariners' trade deadline outlook, including Mason Miller, Logan Gilbert, George Kirby, and Seattle's payroll future, before Slickhawk closes with stories about Trader Joe's, a 26-pound brisket, Dino's Pub, and Ryan Grubb's coaching future.   GUESTS   Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast Jason Churchill | Baseball Things Jacson Bevens | Cigar Thoughts Danny O'Neil | Host, The Dang Apostrophe Jason Puckett | KJ-Aren't / Puck Drop Slickhawk | Shooting the Shit with Slick   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Mitch and Scott Welcome Football Back While the Mariners Hang On. 18:25 | Mariners No-Table: Jason and Brady Debate Canzone's Lifeline and Seattle's Deadline Dilemma. 49:55 | Seahawks No-Table: Jacson Bevens Sizes Up a Champion's Repeat Chances. 1:10:33 | Danny, Jason, and Slick: Patron Poo-Poo Platter Serves Up Blazers Drama, Hard Knocks, and Mariners Trade Talk. 1:32:33 | Other Stuff: Shaq names the only three players to dunk on him, Derrick Coleman's legendary defiance of Chuck Daly's dress code, Jackson Koivun's meteoric rise from college golf to PGA Tour winner, Phil Mickelson's marriage rumors, Kevin Calabro exits Portland after Tom Dundon's cost-cutting, ESPN layoffs, Pat McAfee's reported $60 million extension, LeBron James joins Philadelphia, Tony Romo DUI arrest, Everson Griffen arrested over interlock violation, Le'Veon Bell jailed over unpaid child support, Kenmore Air seaplane crash, Kyle Shanahan injured in car accident. HEADLINES: McDonald's sued over excessively hot french fries, Colorado woman's name too long for Medicare card causing claim denials, Christian men-only gym opens to avoid temptation, boat clocked at 157 mph in a 30 mph zone during New York charity event. RIPS: Jordan Devey (38), Peter Lassally (93), Dick Porn (87).

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Minnesota Twins ready to be buyers and the MLB Trade Deadline; Will the Twins use prospects to be buyers at the deadline; Which Twins prospects or players are off the table; Plus a concerning trend for Twins starter Joe Ryan and more on the SKOR North Twins Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.