0001 - Welcome to the Business Buying for Financial Independence Podcast

Ever wonder if buying a business could be your shortcut to financial independence?

In this episode, Tim Delaney shares how he bought his first business with just 10% down and why buying an existing business might be a smarter, faster way to own your time and build wealth than starting from scratch.Tim is an entrepreneur who believes everyone should explore the opportunities that business and real estate can provide on the path to financial freedom. He owns and operates a wine & liquor store, a software startup, a consulting company and a growing portfolio of commercial and residential real estate.

Tim’s passion for independent business has led him to support dozens of other business owners. For over a decade, he has worked with businesses on strategy, processes, finances, and marketing. These experiences, along with analyzing dozens of other businesses for potential acquisition, have provided Tim with an immense knowledge base to pull from.

Tim has appeared on multiple top-tier podcasts in the financial space, such as Bigger Pockets Money and The Freedom Chasers Podcast.

 

[00:01 - 02:28] About Tim & The Podcast

Tim’s journey began 12 years ago when he bought his first “boring” business.

No tech or startup background—just practical strategies.

Has since invested in multiple industries like retail, real estate, construction, and software.

The podcast aims to help you find, buy, and grow businesses for financial freedom.

 

[02:29 - 06:55] How Tim Bought His First Business

Learned about SBA loans and bank financing to leverage purchases.

Initial attempt with a gourmet cookware business didn’t qualify for loans.

Shifted focus to more profitable, bank-friendly businesses.

Found a wine and liquor store with growth potential despite some challenges.

Used a mix of bank loans (80%) and seller financing (10%) to close the deal.

 

[06:56 - 08:50] Why Buying Beats Starting From Scratch

Immediate income from an existing customer base and cash flow.

Easier to get financing compared to risky, slow startups.

Skip the hardest phase of building a business from zero.

Buying means you manage an existing system—you don’t need to be the expert.

You can hire experts to handle specialized areas of the business.

 

[08:51 - 11:08] Common Myths About Buying Businesses

Myth: Only rich people can buy businesses. Reality: Financing options make it affordable.

Myth: Starting your own business is safer. Reality: 90% of startups fail.

Myth: You need industry experience. Reality: Managing a working system is key.

You don’t need all the answers. Build a team like Henry Ford did.

Creative deal structures can reduce your upfront cash needs.

 

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Connect with Tim and the community on social media for more tips and updates:

 

Website: https://www.powerofbiz.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@powerofbiz

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timtdelaney/

Threads: https://www.threads.com/@timtdelaney

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothytdelaney/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timtdelaney

         

Tweetable Quotes:

“Buying an existing business was the fastest way to take control of my income, my time, and my financial future.” - Tim Delaney

“ You don't need to be the expert. You just need to manage it well, and you can always hire people who are experts.” - Tim Delaney

“ When you buy a business, you're not starting from zero.  The revenue, customers and operations are already in place.” - Tim Delaney