Buying a business can be one of the fastest ways to build real wealth—but it can also be one of the fastest ways to lose it. The difference? Asking the right questions upfront.
In this video, I walk you through the 10 essential questions every entrepreneur must ask before acquiring a business to avoid costly mistakes and uncover hidden opportunities.
You'll learn:
✅ Why asking "Why is the owner selling?" can reveal more than you think
✅ How to identify red flags and growth opportunities before it's too late
✅ The key financial and operational questions that can make or break your deal
Drawing from my own experience—including a warehouse distribution deal that turned from risky to rewarding—you’ll get actionable insights to help you confidently navigate the acquisition process.
Don't gamble on your future—ask the right questions and buy smarter.
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Walker Deibel has practiced acquisition entrepreneurship since 2006, amassing $16.5 million in revenue through acquisitions. He has co-founded three startups, acquired seven companies outright, and has consulted (or participated in) over $200,000,000 in business transactions.
Walker holds an MBA from the Olin School of Business at Washington University in St. Louis, where he was awarded the Declaration of Accomplishment in Entrepreneurship.
He is a Certified M&A Advisor, Certified M&A Professional, M&A Master Intermediary, Certified Exit Planning Advisor, and former SEC-licensed stockbroker. He was awarded the Platinum Award from M&A Source and Thought Leader of the Year by The Alliance of M&A Advisors and Axial.com. Forbes, Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Inc., and the Harvard Business Review have featured his work.
Find out more about Walker and the Acquisition Lab team here https://acquisitionlab.com/meet-the-team/