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1504: How to Vet a Business Like a Private Equity Pro (Before You Buy It) w/ Carter Micklem
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- Jul 2, 2026
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- 2100
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Summary
Ever dreamed of buying a business but felt completely out of your depth? This episode is your masterclass in demystifying the world of business acquisition. Carter Micklem, a former private equity VP, pulls back the curtain on the due diligence process, sharing the exact strategies institutional investors use to vet a company—and how you can apply them to your first (or next) purchase. He breaks down the difference between buying a business and starting a franchise, the critical data points t...