The Red Flag Playbook: Buying & Selling a Business - Don't Get Leased

By Carson Jones

The Red Flag Playbook: Buying & Selling a Business - Don't Get Leased is your tactical guide to spotting risks before they cost you money, time, and peace of mind. Author Carson Jones, finance professional, commercial broker, and multi-industry entrepreneur, shares the hard-earned lessons from real transactions gone right-and wrong.

Inside, you'll discover:

Why leases can make or break your deal (and how to negotiate from strength).

Red flags in financials that sellers hope you won't notice.

How to separate a fair deal from a future regret.

The hidden risks of relying on franchisor "preferred reps."

Practical steps to protect yourself when financing, structuring, or exiting a deal.

This isn't theory-it's boots-on-the-ground strategy for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone serious about building wealth through business ownership.

If you're considering buying, selling, or scaling a business, don't move forward blind. Equip yourself with The Red Flag Playbook and learn how to read between the lines, ask the right questions, and walk away from bad deals before they own you.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FSZJ49P4
• ISBN13: 9798999144836
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Rlj Group
• Length: 66 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"