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Understanding SBA SOP 2005: Key Updates for Small Business Buyers and Sellers
What SBA SOP 5010-8 Means for Your Business Sale or Acquisition If you’re buying or selling a small business in 2025, the latest SBA policy...
Joe Steigman is the Founder of Legacy Entrepreneurs, a boutique business brokerage and exit advisory firm focused on helping business owners maximize value and transition their companies with confidence. With a background that combines operational leadership, corporate consulting, finance, and entrepreneurship, Joe brings a practical, owner-focused perspective to business sales and acquisitions. Joe is a Certified Business Intermediary (CBI), a designation awarded by the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) to professionals who demonstrate advanced expertise in business brokerage, valuation, and transaction management. He is also a member of the IBBA and holds the Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) certification from the Corporate Finance Institute (CFI), reflecting his strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities. Prior to founding Legacy Entrepreneurs, Joe served as a logistics officer in the U.S. Army and later worked in consulting roles supporting Fortune 100 organizations. He also owned and operated a delivery business, giving him firsthand experience with the challenges and opportunities business owners face every day. Joe earned his MBA from the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and holds a bachelor’s degree from The George Washington University. Through Legacy Entrepreneurs, Joe works closely with founders and privately held businesses on valuations, exit planning, acquisitions, and successful ownership transitions, with a focus on preserving legacy while maximizing enterprise value.
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What SBA SOP 5010-8 Means for Your Business Sale or Acquisition If you’re buying or selling a small business in 2025, the latest SBA policy...
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Hiring a General Manager: Everything You Need to Know to Exit Daily Ops. In this webinar, Joe Steigman from Legacy Entrepreneurs walks through a...
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Thinking about selling your business? Here’s what a high-quality CIM (Confidential Information Memorandum) looks like. A strong CIM = better buyers,...
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In this webinar, I break down each phase of how to sell your business and provide insights along the way. Whether you’re planning to sell in three...
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If your financials aren’t clear, buyers walk. And too often, it’s not fraud or mismanagement—it’s just bad bookkeeping. Here are the four most...
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If you’re a small business owner thinking about selling in the next 1–3 years, new SBA rules could affect your exit—especially if your buyer is using...
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Why Profitability Matters in Nashville’s Restaurant Scene If you’re a restaurant owner in Music City, you know it’s not just about great food—it’s...
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If you’re a small business owner nearing retirement, you’ve probably heard the term “Golden Number.” It’s the amount of money you need to retire...
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