Feb 16, 2026 | Cautionary Tales
If you put together a list of the top ten truisms around the Apex offices, “time kills deals” would be in the top five. In this article we will talk about two ends of the spectrum, one in which the seller didn’t listen to us and one in which the seller did.
Jul 8, 2025 | Cautionary Tales
Often, FSBO owners put themselves through stress: having to run a business, prep it for sale, and present it to the potential buyers.
Oct 14, 2024 | Cautionary Tales
We’ve engaged with a bakery seller several times in the past, and the deals have not worked out for one reason or another. But the reason for the most recent failure was entirely on the buyer, who lacked self-awareness and accountability.
Aug 19, 2024 | Cautionary Tales
What happens when the IRS tries to get more money from a small business owner and loses in the lower courts? They appeal to the Supreme Court.
Jul 8, 2024 | Cautionary Tales
As we say early on in the transaction process: tell us everything, even if you don’t think it’s important. And the important stuff? Tell us that first.
Sep 4, 2023 | Cautionary Tales
Did you know that a selfish attitude can make sure a sale doesn’t even happen in the first place? We’re going to share a couple of examples.