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If you’re a business owner, you’ve likely planned for growth, profit, and perhaps even your eventual exit. But have you planned for disruption? Our team of advisors help business owners prepare not just for the expected—but for the unexpected. That’s where the 5 D’s come in: Divorce, Disagreement, Distress, Death, and Disability. These events, though […]

Three Reasons Why You Should NOT Exit Your Business By Phil Harwood If you’re a business owner, chances are you’ve received calls, emails, and even texts urging you to sell. The messages are persuasive — “Now is the perfect time to exit.” “We have buyers lined up.” But let’s face it: most of these marketers

Negotiating Your Earnout: What Every Business Owner Should Know By Phil Harwood | March 2025 If you’re thinking about selling your business, you may have heard of something called an “earnout.” But what you may not realize is that earnouts deserve special attention because of their structure and potential risks. Let’s take a deeper look.

Understanding EBITDA vs. Adjusted EBITDA: What Business Owners Need to Know As a business owner, understanding your company’s financial health is crucial for making informed decisions, attracting investors, and planning for growth. Two key financial metrics—EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA—are widely used to assess profitability. But what’s the difference between them, and why should you care?

As a business owner, you pour your time, effort, and resources into building and growing your company. But have you ever stopped to consider what your business is truly worth? A professional business valuation is a critical tool that provides you with a clear understanding of your company’s financial health and overall value. Whether you’re

Why do we need to talk about exit planning? Because it’s inevitable. Whether we like it or not, there will come a day when we exit our business. The question isn’t if but how. Will we leave on our terms, with a carefully crafted plan that ensures continuity and maximizes the value of our life’s

DID YOU MISS LAST WEEK’S WEBINAR? On behalf of the entire Tamarisk team, we hope you had a nice Thanksgiving. If you missed Phil’s “Are You Ready to Exit Your Business?” webinar last week, hosted by Team Engine, a recording is available here. As we approach the end of 2023, I would like you to

You’re invited to join us Wednesday, November 15th from 12:00 – 12:45 PM ET for a special event, presented by Phil Harwood. Our friends at Team Engine are hosting a webinar, “Are You Ready to Exit Your Business (Or Thinking About It)?” Every business owner knows deep down inside that they will indeed exit their