Rod Wolfe - Business Sale Advisor

Rod Wolfe - Business Sale Advisor Helping business owners sell with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.
100+ businesses sold • Certified M&A Advisor • Creator of SaleReady™ & Exit Clarity™

Helping business owners sell with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.
100+ businesses sold • Certified M&A Advisor • Creator of SaleReady™ & Exit Clarity™
https://linktr.ee/rodrwolfe

Receiving an offer on your business is a major milestone, but experienced buyers, sellers, and advisors know that an acc...
07/13/2026

Receiving an offer on your business is a major milestone, but experienced buyers, sellers, and advisors know that an accepted offer is only one step in the transaction process. The real challenge is navigating the weeks (or sometimes months) between an agreement and a successful closing.

Read the full blog here:
https://murphybusinessid.com/what-helps-a-business-sale-actually-reach-the-closing-table/

What do you think is the biggest reason business deals fall through? Comment below.

Curious what your business would look like to a buyer?
Take our free Business Sellability Survey 👉
https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰This week's featured listing is for a Iconi...
07/08/2026

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰

This week's featured listing is for a Iconic Coffee Shop $800K Cash Flow. This Coffee shop is a neighborhood powerhouse located in the heart of an upscale downtown shopping area. This business is far more than just a place to grab a morning caffeine fix—it’s a beloved local institution.

View all of the details by clicking here:
https://murphybusiness.com/boise/business-brokerage/detail/22424/iconic-coffee-shop-800k-cash-flow/

As one of the largest and longest-tenured business brokerage firms in North America, we use our experience and connections to benefit our clients! Whether you’re looking to sell a business, buy a business, or boost your company's value, you can rely on us.

The best exits are built with intention.
Start with our free Business Sellability Survey and see where your business stands today.
👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

What’s one feature that keeps you coming back to your favorite coffee shop? Comment below.

For some people, owning a business is a clear “no.” For others, it’s a persistent idea they can’t quite shake: the appea...
07/06/2026

For some people, owning a business is a clear “no.” For others, it’s a persistent idea they can’t quite shake: the appeal of building something on their own terms, having more control over their income, and shaping the direction of their work and life. But business ownership is not just an aspiration.

Read the full blog here:
https://murphybusinessid.com/is-owning-a-business-right-for-you-3-questions-that-bring-clarity/

What’s the biggest factor you’d consider before owning a business? Comment below.

Curious what your business would look like to a buyer?
Take our free Business Sellability Survey 👉
https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

Many owners assume a profitable business will naturally attract buyers.In reality, profitability is only part of the equ...
07/02/2026

Many owners assume a profitable business will naturally attract buyers.
In reality, profitability is only part of the equation. Buyers are looking for confidence—confidence in the financials, the systems, the transition, and the future of the business after the owner steps away.

I've seen businesses generate strong interest from day one, while others with similar financial performance struggle to gain momentum. More often than not, the difference comes down to preparation.

The article below explores why some businesses move through the market efficiently while others stall, and the steps owners can take to improve both marketability and buyer confidence before going to market.

Read the full article here:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-some-businesses-sell-quickly-while-others-sit-rod-am5xc

In your opinion, what has the biggest impact on how quickly a business sells: pricing, preparation, market conditions, or the quality of the business itself?

Comment below.

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Before you sell, get clear.

Take the Business Sellability Survey to understand your readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction: https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰This week's featured listing is for a Well-...
07/01/2026

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰

This week's featured listing is for a Well-Established Trade Contractor For Sale. A well-established and successful trade contractor with an excellent reputation. The Company has hundreds of repeat customers and many referrals, diversified revenue streams and a steady demand in a highly desirable location. No cyclical seasons. There is limited competition in the area.

View all of the details by clicking here:
https://murphybusiness.com/boise/business-brokerage/detail/23495/well-established-trade-contractor-for-sale/

As one of the largest and longest-tenured business brokerage firms in North America, we use our experience and connections to benefit our clients! Whether you’re looking to sell a business, buy a business, or boost your company's value, you can rely on us.

Before you sell, get clear.
Our free Business Sellability Survey helps owners understand readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction before going to market.
Start here 👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

If you were investing in a business, what would matter most to you: recurring revenue, a skilled team, or strong growth potential? Share your thoughts below.

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰This week's featured listing is for a Speci...
06/24/2026

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰

This week's featured listing is for a Specialized Commercial Electrician - Over $2M SDE. Non-union specialty electrical contractor with a strong focus on a high-margin industry. The company operates across New York City, New Jersey, and the Philadelphia area.

View all of the details by clicking here:
https://murphybusiness.com/boise/business-brokerage/detail/23520/specialized-commercial-electrician-over-2m-sde/

As one of the largest and longest-tenured business brokerage firms in North America, we use our experience and connections to benefit our clients! Whether you’re looking to sell a business, buy a business, or boost your company's value, you can rely on us.

Before you sell, get clear.
Our free Business Sellability Survey helps owners understand readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction before going to market.
Start here 👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

If you were investing in a business, what would matter most to you: recurring revenue, a skilled team, or strong growth potential? Share your thoughts below.

Most discussions about selling a business revolve around valuation, negotiations, and deal structure.Those are important...
06/23/2026

Most discussions about selling a business revolve around valuation, negotiations, and deal structure.

Those are important conversations. But in my experience, they’re not always the hardest ones.

For many owners, a business represents years of sacrifice, relationships, purpose, and identity. Stepping away can bring excitement and opportunity, but it can also create uncertainty in ways that aren’t often discussed.

The article below explores the emotional side of business ownership transitions and why preparing for what comes after the sale is just as important as preparing the business itself.

Read the full article here:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/emotional-side-selling-business-one-talks-rod-b8boc/?trackingId=3gEDCIP9SMS9c3lSqka4Eg%3D%3D

I'm curious: What do you think is the most difficult part of selling a business: the financial decision or the personal one?

Comment below.

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Before you sell, get clear.

Take the Business Sellability Survey to understand your readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction: https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

Ask a business owner what their company sold for and they’ll give you one number. Ask them what they actually walked awa...
06/22/2026

Ask a business owner what their company sold for and they’ll give you one number. Ask them what they actually walked away with — after debt payoff, taxes, the working capital adjustment, and the seller note that’s still being paid down — and you’ll get a very different answer, usually accompanied by a story.

Read the full blog here:
https://murphybusinessid.com/a-5m-offer-isnt-always-worth-5m-why-deal-structure-decides-what-you-actually-keep/

Would you rather accept a higher offer with more risk or a lower offer with better terms? Share your thoughts below.

Thinking about selling—now or later?
Start with our free Business Sellability Survey to understand what your business is really worth and what buyers will care about most.
👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰This week's featured listing is for a Excep...
06/17/2026

Here's this week's Market Report, with the latest on Murphy Business Sales! 📰

This week's featured listing is for a Exceptional Opportunity in Precision Manufacturing. This well-established precision manufacturing company located in the Houston metro area, strategically positioned at the heart of one of the world's most active energy markets. Founded approximately 2006, the company has served the oil and gas industry for two decades, building an enviable reputation for quality, reliability, and technical excellence.

View all of the details by clicking here:
https://murphybusiness.com/boise/business-brokerage/detail/21865/exceptional-opportunity-in-precision-manufacturing/

As one of the largest and longest-tenured business brokerage firms in North America, we use our experience and connections to benefit our clients! Whether you’re looking to sell a business, buy a business, or boost your company's value, you can rely on us.

Before you sell, get clear.
Our free Business Sellability Survey helps owners understand readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction before going to market.
Start here 👉 https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

If you were evaluating this opportunity, what would be the first question you'd ask before making an offer? Comment below.

Many owners spend time thinking about what multiple their business might sell for.What receives less attention is why so...
06/16/2026

Many owners spend time thinking about what multiple their business might sell for.

What receives less attention is why some businesses earn stronger multiples than others in the first place.

In my experience, premium valuations are rarely driven by industry alone. They're often the result of years of preparation: building systems, reducing owner dependency, strengthening leadership, improving financial clarity, and creating predictable results.

Buyers aren't simply evaluating where a business is today. They're evaluating how confidently they can step into its future.

The article below explores several characteristics that businesses with stronger valuations tend to have in common.

Read the full article here:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-buyers-actually-pay-premium-multiples-rod-nexuc

Which do you think has the biggest impact on business value: strong financial performance, recurring revenue, management depth, or owner independence?

Comment below.

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Before you sell, get clear.

Take the Business Sellability Survey to understand your readiness, value drivers, and potential deal friction: https://pages.murphybusinessid.com/business-sellability-survey

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