Podcast: Ep#124 “From a broker’s point of view, I always try to sell value” – (ft. Brian Budd from Trident Business and Corporate Sales)

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Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Brian Budd, founder and director of Trident Business and Corporate Sales. Brian discusses his professional background, the importance of cultivating a good reputation as a business broker and the nature of the relationship between broker and buyer. Brian also delves into the banking royal commission, the current climate of the business buying and selling market and how to best navigate these trends.

Discussion Points:

Professional background
Brian’s diverse background from the police force, being a Subway franchisee and as a business broker
Reputations
The importance of a good reputation as a business broker and how they can be widely perceived
Relationships with clients
What makes a business broker work harder for their client, and what sort of behaviour won’t get you far
The market
The current climate of the business buying and selling market
Banking royal commission
How the banking royal commission is affecting the buying and selling of businesses through restriction of loans
Franchises
Ways in which franchises have had to adapt over time
Technology
How it is affecting business brokers with more “no frills” options flooding the markets, and how important it is to keep up

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About Trident Business and Corporate Sales

Trident Business and Corporate Sales specialises in the sale of businesses across Victoria. Regardless of the size, age, turnover, or location of your business, it is YOUR business and that is why it’s important. Trident will work WITH you and FOR you to ensure the best possible outcome for your business.

Contact Trident for a no obligation discussion about the sale process, and what is involved in selling your business. Regardless of the outcome, your privacy and confidential business information with remain just that, private and confidential. Trident Business and Corporate Sales is a member of the Real Estate Institute of Victoria ( REIV ), and undertake continuous professional development to make sure that they are ahead of the game.