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My SBA Loan Pro Podcast

My SBA Loan Pro Podcast
My SBA Loan Pro Podcast

Applying for an SBA loan can be stressful , grueling and confusing — does this sound familiar? Don’t worry, SBA Pro and Host of the My SBA Loan Pro podcast Ryan Smith, reveals valuable insights and best practices regarding the SBA loan program and application process. Don’t take another step on your SBA journey until your equipped to make sound and informed decisions at every turn. Start listening today!

How To Conduct Due Diligence on SBA M&A Transactions with Andy Cox | Ep. 20 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast
byRyan Smith

Andy, a former San Francisco Police Sergeant Inspector, spent 20 years investigating crimes and uncovering the truth. Now, he uses those same skills to help business owners and investors perform deep due diligence for M&A deals. In this episode, he reveals:

  • The biggest red flags that a person or company is not who they claim to be.

  • How to spot fake testimonials and fabricated business credentials.

  • The psychological reasons buyers ignore glaring warning signs (it's not just greed).

  • The real-world sources he uses to investigate executives and businesses.

  • Why trusting your gut feeling may save you time and money.

Learn how to protect yourself from costly mistakes by seeing the world through the eyes of a detective.

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Key Chapters:

0:00 – Introduction

0:50 – Career Pivot

2:15 – Detective Skills

3:10 – Changed Perspective

4:15 – Daily Routine

6:10 – Retirement Decision

7:45 – Becoming a PI

9:30 – Company Introduction

11:15 – Investigation Sources

13:00 – Red Flags

15:45 – Client Reactions

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How To Conduct Due Diligence on SBA M&A Transactions with Andy Cox | Ep. 20 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast
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