<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3ITsRQ_0wBcetff00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3ITsRQ_0wBcetff00" width="1280" height="720" ><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KTc2mK_sazI?feature=oembed" allowfullscreen frameborder="0" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p><b>Unlocking Funeral Home Deals: First Steps to Success! – Take it to the Bank 008</b></p><p>In episode 8 of Take It to the Bank, hosts Tim Bridgers and Ryan Thogmartin dive deep into the process of buying and expanding a business, specifically focusing on funeral homes. Tim, the expert, shares essential tips for conducting due diligence before acquiring a business. </p><p>The episode covers: </p><ul><li>The importance of understanding the buyer’s story and align personal goals with the business acquisition.</li><li>Key steps to prepare, including organizing personal financial statements, reviewing personal credit, and creating a high-level business plan. </li><li>Common challenges in the loan process, such as miscommunication with sellers and issues with real estate valuations. </li><li>The value of being prepared early in the process and the importance of contacting financial experts early on for guidance. </li></ul><p>This episode is a comprehensive guide for individuals looking to buy a business, especially those in the funeral home industry, offering a detailed checklist of preparation steps and potential obstacles. </p><p>For more information on Live Oak’s products and services contact Andrew Kennedy, VP of Funeral Home and Cemetery lending, at andrew.kennedy@liveoak.bank. </p></div></body>

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Unlocking Funeral Home Deals: First Steps to Success! – Take it to the Bank 008

Unlocking Funeral Home Deals: First Steps to Success! – Take it to the Bank 008 In episode 8 of Take It to the Bank, hosts Tim Bridgers and Ryan Thogmartin dive deep into the process of buying and expanding a business, specifically focusing on funeral homes. Tim, the expert, shares essential tips for conducting due diligence before acquiring a business.