Maximizing Your Exit: Selling Your Lawn Care Business to Private Equity Ep. #379
Release Date: 07/30/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode, host John Pajak speaks with Dennis Hering of The Advisory Investment Bank about the unique challenges and opportunities of selling a green‑industry business to private equity. They discuss why a focused, tech‑enabled advisory process drives better outcomes than DIY platforms, how to prepare for an exit, navigate deal structures like earn‑outs and rollovers, and ultimately unlock greater value. Perfect for lawn care and landscape business owners planning for their next chapter.
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