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They Said They Had Capital. They Didn't.
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They Said They Had Capital. They Didn't.

Every founder who's raised capital or explored a sale has heard it: 'We have capital, and we're interested in doing a deal.' Here's the harsh truth — most of the people who say this don't actually have money. They're intermediaries, capital-light sponsors, or 'maybe someday' funds. If you're not careful, they'll waste six months of your time and energy chasing a deal that was never real.

Rob Levin
September 25, 2025•5 min read
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Why That 'Interested Buyer' Probably Isn't

That PE firm that's 'very interested' in your profitable business? They're hunting for cracks in your armor. Those friendly intermediaries promising premium valuations? They're teaching professional buyers exactly how to steal your life's work. Here's what nobody mentions: You built a real business, but you're about to negotiate like an amateur against professionals who do this for sport.

Rob Levin
September 24, 2025•6 min read
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