Sharing Lenders

Sharing our financing knowledge (and much more) By Steve Mariani   If you’ve had the opportunity to attend any of my broker workshops over the last few years or even had the chance to speak with us over the phone then you should know that we are always looking for...

Acing The Underwriter Interview

Financing the First Time Business Buyer Acing the Underwriter Interview By David Madison   Last month we discussed business plans. Preparing a business plan isn’t just a necessary step, a box to check off along the way to obtaining financing. Far more important,...

Writing Winning Business Plans

Writing Winning Business Plans by David Madison   Last month we described the perfect candidate to buy his or her first business. In terms of business and industry experience, here’s our version of the gold standard: School and real life experience in the...

First Time Buyers

First Time Buyers By David Madison This month we begin our new series — Financing the First Time Business Buyer. We’ll take you step by step through the key areas that you should pay attention to as you work with these clients. Many of our most rewarding and...

Integrity – It’s Not Optional

Basic Training Series (102) “Integrity” it’s NOT optional By Stephen Mariani So much has changed over the 20 years I have been in the industry and I’m sure you’ve seen it change as well. When I think back to the days of the “local” broker helping assist a buyer and...