BEFORE YOU BUY OR SELL A BUSINESS with Jared W. Johnson

Jared W. Johnson

Jared Johnson is the top-producing SBA Business Development Officer in the country, with over $825 million in funded loans. He’s the first ever multi-year winner of the Coleman Report’s SBA BDO of the Year award and is recognized for his expertise in business acquisition financing. Jared also hosts the Before You Buy or Sell a Business podcast and brings firsthand insight as a former business owner and investor. He invests time into educating buyers and sellers on the process through his podcast and various speaking engagements.
About Jared

Jared is leading the way in business acquisitions, bringing expertise in complex deals and buyer education. Jared interviews industry experts on both the buying and selling side to provide insights into the buying and selling process. Experts include brokers, attorneys, escrow officers, and seekers. You’ll also hear from actual buyers and sellers about their experiences before and after the process. If you’re a buyer or a seller or thinking about becoming one at some point in the future, this is the podcast that will provide you with the information you need for a successful transaction.

Listen to the Before You Buy or Sell a Business Podcast

Jared is leading the way in business acquisitions, bringing expertise in complex deals and buyer education. Jared interviews industry experts on both the buying and selling side to provide insights into the buying and selling process. Experts include brokers, attorneys, escrow officers, and seekers. You’ll also hear from actual buyers and sellers about their experiences before and after the process. If you’re a buyer or a seller or thinking about becoming one at some point in the future, this is the podcast that will provide you with the information you need for a successful transaction.

A small story about a big
dream

What began as a simple idea quickly turned into a vision with purpose. Guided by passion and determination, every challenge became a stepping stone toward growth and success.

From modest beginnings to notable milestones, the journey reflects dedication, resilience, and belief in the dream. Each achievement proves that even the smallest start can create something extraordinary when fueled by commitment, creativity, and a clear vision for the future.

Fueled by dedication and a relentless belief in possibility, the path unfolded, proving that greatness often begins with just a single idea and the courage to pursue it.

Investment Details

Jared is one of the highest producing SBA Business Development Officers in the country. Recognized by Coleman Publishing as the BDO of the year! Jared is the host of Before You Buy or Sell a Business Podcast.

Jared W. Johnson

Founder

BiWeekly podcast

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2025 Funded Deals

$5,000,000.00 — Stone cutting and installation
$3,239,000.00 — Wedding dress shop
$1,119,000.00 — CPA firm
$2,114,000.00 — Equipment sales and rental
$1,656,000.00 — Playground sales and installation
$2,015,000.00 — Sales consulting
$4,632,000.00 — Electrical contractor
$4,458,000.00 — Title company
$5,000,000.00 — Concrete pumping
$1,317,000.00 — Equipment sales and rental
$420,000.00 — Chiropractor
$2,499,000.00 — Printing and design
$1,935,000.00 — Liquor store
$2,200,000.00 — Marketing agency
$1,219,000.00 — Property management
$1,341,000.00 — Navy Supplier
$2,161,000.00 — HVAC
$1,192,000.00 — Underwater welding
$3,763,000.00 — HVAC
$586,000.00 — Ecommerce
$5,000,000.00 — Manufacturing
$2,434,000.00 — Chiropractor
$5,000,000.00 — Manufacturing
$3,418,000.00 — Ad agency
$3,670,000.00 — Cyber security
$731,000.00 — Janitorial
$1,395,000.00 — Marketing agency
$2,476,000.00 — Property management
$3,705,000.00 — Fireplaces
$2,761,000.00 — Restaurant
$1,641,000.00 — ATM
$1,720,000.00 — Wall contractor
$2,663,000.00 — Pool builder
$2,535,000.00 — Roofing
$1,299,000.00 — HVAC
$3,337,000.00 — Stone and tile contractor
$3,528,000.00 — Food distribution

Highlights from the last 5 years

280 SBA loans
closed

$18MM funded in
year one

$36MM in revenue generation for the bank (estimated)

$406MM
funded

$159MM funded in the last 12 months

Over 15,000 hours invested in deals

Record month: December 2023 with 13 loans for $21.5MM

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Recently Funded Deals

Sarah Mitchell

US$1.2M Raised
$300 Min. Investment
277 Investors

Daniel Lopez

US$875K Raised
$250 Min. Investment
389 Investors
Soon kait ker
US$2.4M Raised
$750 Min. Investment
615 Investors

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