Report on Marketplace with Andrew Cagnetta and JT Tatem

How long does it take to sell a business, and what's the right price to make it happen? Andy and JT welcome you to another episode of The Deal Board Podcast. This week, they dig into the latest numbers shaping the business brokerage market. They unpack Transworld's record-breaking 2024 results, explore how deal multiples vary by earnings, and explain why correct pricing is the key to avoiding expired listings. During the conversation, they also discuss the influence of baby boomer retirements, the power of co-brokerage, and how buyer behavior is evolving in today's market. Looking ahead, Andy and JT share why 2025 is off to a strong start and why the second half of the year could be even better. Tune in and discover the data, trends, and strategies you need to navigate the market with confidence. 

Deal of the Week: 

Wayne Blease's sale of a diversified events business featuring two event centers, a chapel, a restaurant with catering, multiple B&Bs, and a fully built Western town. The business included over four acres of real estate. Sold for over $3M after a two-year search for the right buyer to preserve the seller's legacy. For more information, call Wayne at .css-j9qmi7{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-flex-direction:row;-ms-flex-direction:row;flex-direction:row;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:1rem;margin-top:2.8rem;width:100%;-webkit-box-pack:start;-ms-flex-pack:start;-webkit-justify-content:start;justify-content:start;padding-left:5rem;}@media only screen and (max-width: 599px){.css-j9qmi7{padding-left:0;-webkit-box-pack:center;-ms-flex-pack:center;-webkit-justify-content:center;justify-content:center;}}.css-j9qmi7 svg{fill:#27292D;}.css-j9qmi7 .eagfbvw0{-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;color:#27292D;}