So, you want to own your own business? Jim Blasingame reveals why it might be a good idea to buy an existing business instead of starting one from scratch.

There may be more prospects for your business than you think. Andrew Sherman joins Jim Blasingame to report that an increasing acquisition focus of big businesses is on smaller companies.

Millions of Boomer business owners will retire in the next 20 years. Andrew Sherman joins Jim Blasingame to report on the demographic fact that millions of Baby Boomers will sell their businesses and transfer $Trillions of wealth in the next 20 years.

What you've heard about an ESOP may not be correct. Jerry Ripperger joins Jim Blasingame to clear up some misconceptions about an Employee Stock Option Plan, including that the owner doesn't have to lose control.

Consider an ESOP when you're ready to sell your business. Jerry Ripperger joins Jim Blasingame to explain some of the elements of creating a successful Employee Stock Option Plan as a versatile exit strategy.

Don't let trust be the victim of growing pains. Arky Ciancutti joins Jim Blasingame to reveal how to handle business growth without losing the trust levels you've achieved with customers.

Want to acquire a ready-made business? Jim Blasingame reveals some of the issues around acquiring a franchise business as well as an existing business, including the role that capital plays in the success of either.

How does a business owner get paid when selling to internal purchasers? Russ Brown joins Jim Blasingame to ideas on how to structure a payout plan as part of an internal business succession transaction with managers or family.

What steps have to be taken to pass your business to the next owner? Russ Brown joins Jim Blasingame with tips and best practices on the process of grooming a member of your team to take over your small business when you’re ready to retire.

Have you made plans for divesting of your small business? Russ Brown joins Jim Blasingame to recommend that every small business owner develop an internal succession plan.