October has been remarkable for exit planning activity across Texas. Business owners from Austin to Houston, Dallas to San Antonio, have been completing assessments and gaining clarity about their options. As we wrap up this Decision Season
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You've completed your exit planning assessment. Now what? Many business owners stop at understanding their current value. The truly strategic ones use that assessment as a blueprint for systematic preparation. The Assessment-to-Action Transformation Understanding Your Starting Point
There's a moment in every business owner's journey when something shifts. It's not a loud, dramatic change. It's a subtle whisper—a signal that something needs to be different. After working with hundreds of business owners across Texas,
We're honored to be featured in VoyageAustin's "Hidden Gems" series, which highlights local Austin businesses making an impact in their communities. Founder Joshua Carnes sat down with VoyageAustin to discuss Lion Business Advisors' journey, our unique approach
There's something about September that makes business owners start asking the big questions. Maybe it's the shift from summer's relaxed pace to fall's focused energy. Maybe it's the approaching year-end that creates natural reflection. Or maybe it's
Travis Strack was recently featured in the fall edition of the IBBA Insights Magazine https://www.ibba.org/ibba-magazine/ibbainsights-fall-2025/ For years, business brokerage has classified buyers into two broad groups: financial buyers-typically individuals or private investors, and strategic buyers-larger companies or
The business-for-sale landscape is evolving, and buyers in 2025 are more strategic, data-driven, and risk-aware than ever. Whether your business is already on the market or you're preparing for a future sale, understanding what buyers are prioritizing
When selling a business, attracting the right buyer is only half the battle, the real challenge is keeping them interested through due diligence. Many deals fall apart when buyers uncover risks that make them question the business's
How to Know If Your Business is Ready to Sell Selling a business is one of the most significant decisions a business owner can make. Whether you're looking to retire, pursue a new opportunity, or simply cash
Thinking about selling your business in the next 1–3 years? One of the best things you can do now is focus on increasing its value. Strategic improvements to your revenue, profitability, and operations can dramatically impact your
