High Voltage Business Builders Podcast

How to Build a Sellable Business (Wealth, Freedom, and Exit Planning)

Episode Summary

Most business owners are so focused on daily operations that they miss the bigger picture; Building a business that can actually sell. And when it’s finally time to exit, they realize the business is too dependent on the owner. In this episode of High Voltage Business Builders, Neil Twa sits down with Joe Lopresti from Arlington Wealth Management, a seasoned advisor who helps business owners protect and grow their wealth. They dive into the exit strategies, tax planning, and wealth preservation moves every business owner should be thinking about years before they ever plan to sell.

Episode Notes

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Building a real, sellable asset. 
• How to calculate business value from a buyer’s perspective (and what buyers really care about)
• The biggest mistakes that destroy business value (and how to fix them early)
• The power of proactive tax, wealth, and asset protection planning—beyond siloed advice
   

🕒 Chapters:

[01:34] – Why Business Owners Must Think Like a Buyer

• How founder dependency kills deals
• What private equity or outside buyers really look for

[06:16] – The Rebrand Problem: Your Name.com Can Kill Your Sale

• Real-world example of a business that couldn’t sell due to personal branding
• Why 3-5 years before selling is the best time to start fixing this

[08:51] – Wealth Preservation, Taxes, and Avoiding the Silo Trap

• Why business owners should stop DIYing their finances
• The importance of building a proactive planning team (accountants, attorneys, wealth advisors)
• Wealth preservation strategies to think about right now

[14:59] – Market Outlook, Crypto, and Navigating Volatility in 2025

• How Joe’s team manages market risks and protects clients in down cycles
• Bitcoin, crypto, and the volatile opportunities ahead

[19:25] – Exit Planning is Good Business Strategy (Even If You’re Not Selling Yet)

• How planning for your exit improves income, freedom, and lifestyle
• How to start your personal action plan today

🚀 Resources & Links Mentioned:

✅ Get Joe’s Book: ExitByDesignBook.com
✅ Learn More: Arlington-Wealth.com

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