7 Questions to Ask When Competing with Private Equity

professional profile

December 17, 2025

by a professional from Bishop's University in Moncton, NB, Canada

New Video Alert! Ever been outbid when trying to buy a business? Here’s the thing: sometimes losing is actually winning. This week, I unpack the collapse of Renovo Home Partners, a private equity-backed roll-up that went bankrupt with hundreds of millions in debt and almost no assets left. I’ll walk through what went wrong, why leverage kills good deals, and the 7 questions you should ask anytime you’re up against big-money buyers. If you’ve ever wondered how to compete with private equity without overpaying, you’ll want to watch this one. Helping you buy, grow, and exit small businesses — the smart way. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/KnAL7xSc1vA #BusinessValuation #SmallBusiness #SellMyBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessExit #BusinessValue #BusinessBuyerAdvantage #DavidCBarnett
0
0
25
Replies
0
Join the discussion