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Jun 2019
22m 16s

How to Hire a Broker

BRAD JOHNSON
About this episode

et’s say you find yourself in the fortunate position to have a wonderful asset that you’ve operated for a number of years — whether it’s real estate or an operating business — and you’re ready to sell it. And now, you’re faced with the decision of how to actually sell it. Do you hire a banker or a broker? And if so, how do you go about finding a good one? 


Today we’re answering both of these questions and filling you in on all of the juicy details of hiring a broker! 


Key Takeaways:

[:11] About today’s episode.

[:48] Should you hire a banker or a broker? And what is the difference between the two?

[6:02] Why don’t people hire a banker or a broker?

[8:49] How much does a decent banker or broker cost?

[11:51] How to find and identify a good broker!


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