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Life is full of transitions—retirement, career shifts, and even unexpected changes. While we can’t always predict what’s ahead, smart planning today can make tomorrow’s challenges easier to manage. That’s why I’m excited to join Purse Strings’ Money Talk series on Thursday, October 9th at 11:00 AM CT. This free, 30-minute event will focus on retirement planning, tax strategies, and protecting the wealth you’ve worked so hard to build. You can learn more about Purse Strings and their mission to provide financial resources for women at www.pursestrings.co.

The Purse Strings’ founders, Dr. Barbara Provost and Maggie Nielsen, were my guests on episode 17 of The Simply Retirement Podcast. Tune in here: #17 - Financially Fearless Women with Barb Provost and Maggie Nielsen.

I’d love for you to join me and the Purse Strings community for this upcoming Money Talk—it’s a great chance to gain practical insights and take action on your own financial future.

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Exit Planning for Business Owners: Preparing Financially, Personally, and for Legacy

💬 From Episode 72:

Exiting a business is more than just a financial transaction. It’s a life transition that can affect family, legacy, and the future you envision.

In this episode, I sit down with Renita Wolf, MBA, founder and CEO of Poe Wolf Partners, to discuss how business owners can thoughtfully plan for a smooth and meaningful exit. We explore the importance of preparation, both financial and emotional, and what truly defines a successful transition.

Renita and I discuss:

• Why over 80% of businesses never sell, and how to avoid being in that group
• How emotions and identity play a big role in preparing for life after selling a business
• The importance of early planning and cleaning up financials before going to market
• How family members can influence and support exit readiness
• Why a successful exit is about freedom, legacy, and choices, not just the sale price
• And more!

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👉 ​What Issues Should I Consider When Planning For The Sale, Disposition, Or Succession Of My Business?​​

​​Planning for the sale, disposition, or succession of one’s business is a challenging process. This topic is on many business owners’ minds, yet many struggle to take action and start planning.

With this guide, you will have a better idea of where to start and what questions to ask when addressing their exit strategy.

This checklist covers the key issues to consider when you must make a decision regarding the sale, disposition, or succession of your business, such as:

• Identifying an optimal successor to take over the business.
• Considering ways to improve the business appraisal and valuation process.
• Developing an optimal buy-sell agreement that is fair to all parties involved.
• Understanding the impact one’s business has on their tax and estate planning goals.

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