[Crawl-Date: 2026-04-06] [Source: DataJelly Visibility Layer] [URL: https://travisbusinessadvisors.com/ru/podcast] --- title: Podcast | Travis Business Advisors description: Listen to the Travis Business Advisors podcast — conversations about buying, selling, and valuing businesses in Austin, Texas. url: https://travisbusinessadvisors.com/ru/podcast canonical: https://travisbusinessadvisors.com/podcast og_title: Travis Business Advisors og_description: Austin's Business Broker for Owners Who Built Something Worth Protecting og_image: https://storage.googleapis.com/gpt-engineer-file-uploads/attachments/og-images/598e6334-eb7e-4cdb-9bad-6a67b74e851b?Expires=1775422155&GoogleAccessId=go-api-on-aws%40gpt-engineer-390607.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Signature=XohJTtkAmsM6NTTTILYOicAWnVPn9C8RCQ9k%2Fn%2FmpCDFMbVeOM4XRpiB1SRlZzisI9hGBq67t7Elh5tKl6vxybSkR94jwptDGkvJFfPhm%2BxbX49eiEdX%2Bmy3Wo2t%2FRJOWybZmdE%2FM9d5a6QbvmWeDseCoNuvsP0ejJcjifGN62GUFqZQWv9oznuhXu0eE0WmDX4BRZi79sE0HYSJ1reAf9eTOueKDWPPjMIr%2FSO%2BcHEebakd679a0byTQHfqUxiWqMCP9cOu2zJwmbWEoFk%2FkUoOMzfjrtyMDbP%2BeEQMQIl22mwKx5qtqCr7hCojQgZF00diNfrALT5nOcvQDRiksQ%3D%3D twitter_card: summary_large_image twitter_image: https://storage.googleapis.com/gpt-engineer-file-uploads/attachments/og-images/598e6334-eb7e-4cdb-9bad-6a67b74e851b?Expires=1775422155&GoogleAccessId=go-api-on-aws%40gpt-engineer-390607.iam.gserviceaccount.com&Signature=XohJTtkAmsM6NTTTILYOicAWnVPn9C8RCQ9k%2Fn%2FmpCDFMbVeOM4XRpiB1SRlZzisI9hGBq67t7Elh5tKl6vxybSkR94jwptDGkvJFfPhm%2BxbX49eiEdX%2Bmy3Wo2t%2FRJOWybZmdE%2FM9d5a6QbvmWeDseCoNuvsP0ejJcjifGN62GUFqZQWv9oznuhXu0eE0WmDX4BRZi79sE0HYSJ1reAf9eTOueKDWPPjMIr%2FSO%2BcHEebakd679a0byTQHfqUxiWqMCP9cOu2zJwmbWEoFk%2FkUoOMzfjrtyMDbP%2BeEQMQIl22mwKx5qtqCr7hCojQgZF00diNfrALT5nOcvQDRiksQ%3D%3D --- # Podcast | Travis Business Advisors > Listen to the Travis Business Advisors podcast — conversations about buying, selling, and valuing businesses in Austin, Texas. --- ## The Travis Business Advisors Podcast Conversations about buying, selling, and building valuable businesses in Austin. ![The Dark Side of Selling Your Business (Nobody Warns You About)](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## The Dark Side of Selling Your Business (Nobody Warns You About) You finally did it. You sold your business, the money is in the bank, and you have all the freedom in the world. So... why do you feel so miserable?In this podcast, we dive into the "6-Month Crash"—a massive, predictable emotional free fall that hits up to 75% of business owners after they sell their companies. While everyone talks about the financial finish line, almost no one prepares you for the emotional one.When you sign those closing documents, you aren't just selling an ass Apr 3, 2026· 8 min 0:00 0:00 [Read related article: The Six-Month Crash: Why Sellers Who Felt Great at Closing Feel Lost by Summer →](https://travisbusinessadvisors.com/articles/life-after-selling-business-depression-identity) ![How Private Equity Doubles Business Value](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## How Private Equity Doubles Business Value Why do two identical businesses sell for completely different prices?In this podcast, we break down the hidden playbook private equity firms use to value businesses — and why some owners walk away with millions more without increasing profit.You’ll learn: The 5-point checklist buyers use Why recurring revenue changes everything The real reason one car wash sold for double How institutional buyers think differently Then we pivot into something even bigger…A powerful AI-driven content system th Apr 1, 2026· 9 min 0:00 0:00 [Read related article: Why Two Identical Car Washes in Austin Can Sell for $800K Apart →](https://travisbusinessadvisors.com/articles/car-wash-valuation-austin-800k-difference) ![The Hidden Value in Your Business (Add-Backs Explained)](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## The Hidden Value in Your Business (Add-Backs Explained) There’s a good chance your business is worth significantly more than you think.In this podcast, Mr. V breaks down one of the most overlooked drivers of business valuation: add-backs. These hidden adjustments inside your financials can dramatically increase your seller’s discretionary earnings (SDE)—and ultimately, your exit price.Through real-world examples and a detailed case study, you’ll learn: What add-backs actually are How buyers evaluate your business Why missing just $1 can cost you $2 Mar 30, 2026· 8 min 0:00 0:00 ![Why Your Building Is Worth More Than Your Business (Austin Case Study)](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## Why Your Building Is Worth More Than Your Business (Austin Case Study) If you own your building, your business might be worth far more than you think.In this podcast, we break down a real Austin case study showing how commercial real estate can completely transform your exit strategy. Most business owners focus only on cash flow—but the real value often sits in the property.We cover:- Why your real estate can be worth more than your business- How SDE and property value combine to increase deal size- 3 ways to structure your sale for maximum profit- The biggest valu Mar 27, 2026· 9 min 0:00 0:00 ![The $800K Mistake Business Owners Make Before Selling](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## The $800K Mistake Business Owners Make Before Selling If you think selling is about timing or luck, you're wrong.In this podcast, Mr. V breaks down a real-world example of two nearly identical businesses—one sells for $2.4M, the other for $1.6M.What caused the $800,000 gap?It all comes down to preparation.You’ll learn:- What buyers actually look for- Why clean financials increase valuation- How recurring revenue changes everything- The hidden cost of “multiple compression”- The exact mistakes that destroy deal valueThis isn’t just about car wa Mar 26, 2026· 9 min 0:00 0:00 ![The Hidden Math Behind Your Business Exit](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## The Hidden Math Behind Your Business Exit Your business has a number attached to it — but that number is often wildly off.In this podcast, we break down the real math behind a business sale and the three numbers that actually determine what you walk away with:Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE)Market multipleYour true net payoutYou’ll see:- A real case where $4M turned into less than $900K- Why buyers ignore revenue and focus on cash flow- How small mistakes can cost you six figures- Where your money actually goes after a saleThis is Mar 23, 2026· 9 min 0:00 0:00 ![How Buyers Really Value Your Business (Not Your CPA)](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## How Buyers Really Value Your Business (Not Your CPA) Most business owners trust their CPA with everything — including valuation.But when it comes to selling your business, that trust could cost you millions.In this podcast, Mr. V breaks down:Why CPA valuations are often wrongThe critical mistake of using tax returnsWhat buyers actually look at (SDE explained simply)How valuation multiples really workWhy specialization matters in M&AIf you're planning an exit, this could be the most important financial insight you hear.Because your busines Mar 20, 2026· 9 min 0:00 0:00 ![Why Successful Business Owners Feel Trapped (And When to Sell)](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## Why Successful Business Owners Feel Trapped (And When to Sell) Most business owners ask the wrong question.“If I don’t need the money… why sell?”But for successful entrepreneurs, the real cost of holding onto a business isn’t financial — it’s time, energy, stress, and risk.In this podcast, Mr. V breaks down:Why profitable businesses can still trap their ownersThe hidden risks of having 60–80% of your net worth in one assetHow waiting too long can quietly destroy business valueThe real ROI of selling (and why it’s not about money)If you’re a business owner t Mar 18, 2026· 7 min 0:00 0:00 ![Why Most Business Owners Regret Selling Their Company](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## Why Most Business Owners Regret Selling Their Company Most business owners think selling their company will be the ultimate reward.But the reality is very different.Studies show that two out of three owners regret selling their business — even when they walk away with millions.In this podcast, we break down the three types of exits every entrepreneur faces:• The rushed sale that leaves money on the table• The successful sale that still leads to personal regret• The prepared exit that creates both wealth and fulfillmentYou'll learn:• Why unprep Mar 16, 2026· 8 min 0:00 0:00 ![How Smart Owners Prepare for a Business Exit](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## How Smart Owners Prepare for a Business Exit Selling a business isn't just a transaction — it's the culmination of years of risk, sacrifice, and growth.But most owners approach the process completely wrong.In this video, we break down the entire journey of selling a business, from the first moment you consider exiting to the final closing of the deal.You'll learn:• When the right time to sell actually is • Why owner dependency destroys business value • How buyers really evaluate a company • What Sellers Discretionary Earning Mar 13, 2026· 9 min 0:00 0:00 ![Your Kids Don't Want Your Business - Here's What to Do](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## Your Kids Don't Want Your Business - Here's What to Do Many business owners assume their children will eventually take over the company.But what happens when that plan suddenly disappears?In this episode, Mr. V explains why family business succession often fails, what that means for your exit strategy, and how to pivot toward a successful third-party sale.You’ll learn:• Why most succession plans never happen• The hidden risks of assuming your kids will take over• How to prepare your company for a real market sale• The 4 critical steps to selling you Mar 11, 2026· 8 min 0:00 0:00 ![Is It Too Late to Sell Your Business at 60? (Exit Strategy Explained)](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## Is It Too Late to Sell Your Business at 60? (Exit Strategy Explained) Is it too late to sell your business in your 60s?Many business owners worry they waited too long to plan their exit. The truth is that thousands of small businesses are successfully sold every year by owners aged 60–65. The real issue is not age - it is preparation.In this podcast, Mr. V explains how business owners can prepare their company for a successful sale, increase valuation, and avoid the most expensive mistakes during the exit process.You will learn:- Why most owners sell between ages Mar 9, 2026· 8 min 0:00 0:00 [Read related article: I'm 62. Is It Too Late to Get My Business Ready to Sell? →](https://travisbusinessadvisors.com/articles/too-late-prepare-sell-business-austin-age-62) ![What Happens After You Sell Your Company](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## What Happens After You Sell Your Company Selling your company sounds like the ultimate success.The deal closes.The money hits the bank.You celebrate all weekend.But what happens on Monday morning?In this video, Mr. V explains the psychological reality many entrepreneurs face after exiting their business — something few people talk about: the post-sale void.You’ll learn:• Why many founders feel lost after selling• The psychology of “role loss grief”• Why selling isn’t the real exit plan• The difference between walking away vs walking to Mar 6, 2026· 8 min 0:00 0:00 ![The Truth About Selling Your Business](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## The Truth About Selling Your Business Thinking about selling your business… or buying one?In this podcast, Mr. V breaks down the real process of selling a business — from understanding what your company is actually worth to navigating buyers, confidentiality, and closing the deal.You’ll learn:• How business valuation actually works • The difference between profit and Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE) • How add-backs increase your sale price • Why most businesses sell to outside buyers • The biggest mistakes that kill deals • Wha Mar 4, 2026· 9 min 0:00 0:00 ![Selling Your Business? Focus on Net In Pocket — Not the Sale Price](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## Selling Your Business? Focus on Net In Pocket — Not the Sale Price Selling a business isn’t just about the headline price.You might see a $2M offer — but after broker fees, legal costs, taxes, and debt payoff, what actually hits your bank account could be dramatically lower.In this podcast Mr. V breaks down the real journey of selling a business and explains why the only number that truly matters is your net in pocket.You’ll learn:- Why the sale price is not the same as what you keep- How broker fees, legal costs, and taxes impact your final payout- What “net i Mar 2, 2026· 9 min 0:00 0:00 ![Is Your Technology Hurting Your Business Sale?](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## Is Your Technology Hurting Your Business Sale? In today’s market, your company’s technology can either increase your valuation — or quietly destroy it.During a business sale, buyers now conduct deep technology due diligence. They look for outdated systems, security gaps, scalability limits, undocumented processes, and integration risks. And when they find problems, they price that risk directly into the deal.In this podcast, Mr. V explains:Why technology has become a make-or-break factor in business valuationHow outdated systems can trigger Feb 27, 2026· 8 min 0:00 0:00 ![What’s REALLY Driving Your Business Valuation? (It’s Not Revenue)](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## What’s REALLY Driving Your Business Valuation? (It’s Not Revenue) Two businesses. Same revenue. Same profit. Completely different sale prices.Why?Because buyers don’t just purchase past performance - they invest in future certainty. And that certainty comes from something most owners overlook: intangible value.In this podcast, Mr. V breaks down:Why identical financials can lead to different valuationsWhat intangible assets really areThe 5 hidden value categories buyers care aboutHow brand, customer loyalty, and systems impact sale priceThe owner dependency tra Feb 25, 2026· 5 min 0:00 0:00 ![Why Your Business Is Worth 2x More Than You Think (Book Value vs Street Value Explained)](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dw2ts1kbmqcyrmbgwtx3zhwykhh6?.jpg) ## Why Your Business Is Worth 2x More Than You Think (Book Value vs Street Value Explained) Why do two similar businesses sell for completely different prices? 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