Bockus Consulting - Business Brokerage

04/29/2026

Does the thought ever cross your mind? What would it look like to sell my business?

Last week, our office closed a high-end, one-of-a-kind barbershop.

All the credit goes to the team here who stayed steady, protected the process, and helped get this deal across the finish line.

Selling a strong small business is harder than selling a much larger company.

The problem is not usually the business. The problem is the process.

Small business deals have fewer buyers, tighter financing, more emotions, more lender questions, and less room for error. One missing document, one weak explanation, one delay, or one buyer who is not truly qualified will kill the deal.

Our solution is simple, but not easy: prepare the business properly, tell the story clearly, protect confidentiality, qualify the buyer, work through financing, and keep the seller, buyer, lender, CPA, and attorney moving in the same direction.

Anyone can get attention for a company doing $5M in EBITDA. It takes grit, discipline, and teamwork to sell an excellent small business the right way.

Grateful to everyone involved in this transaction, grateful for the seller’s trust, and excited to see this barbershop continue its legacy under new ownership.

If you're an OKC business owner thinking about what's next, I'm always happy to just have a conversation.

What you don't know can be costly – we help eradicate uncertainty. You are not alone.

Without data, I am just an idiot with an opinion, that is why we track everything. Don’t take my word for it, look at our results. For business owners, sellers, and buyers in Oklahoma, I provide data driven insights and expert guidance on buying, selling, appraisals, and marketing—so you can make the best decision. For more information or to schedule a time to talk, visit my website.

https://www.bockusconsulting.com/

04/21/2026

It has been a day since my last post. I am coming out of the year-end push for 2025 tax-related appraisals. I am no CPA, but I feel your pain brothers and sisters. We’ll have capacity for two business appraisals in May, with a typical completion timeline of 4–6 weeks.

For those who have never been through the process, a business appraisal is simply the disciplined process of answering a deceptively complex question: what is a business worth? The answer is not based on a single formula, internet multiples, Shark Tank stats applied to your business, or rule of thumb. It reflects a combination of financial performance, risk, market data, and the specific facts surrounding the company at a given point in time.

These analyses are most used in situations like:
– Tax planning and compliance (gift, estate, or restructuring work)
– Buying or selling a business
– Partner buy-ins or buyouts
– Litigation or dispute resolution
– Strategic planning or exit preparation

The purpose behind the valuation matters, because it directly influences the methods used and how value is ultimately concluded.

An appraisal has standards that must include and not limited to include the following:
– A detailed analysis of historical financial performance (and normalization of earnings)
– An assessment of future earning capacity and risk
– Consideration of multiple valuation approaches (income, market, and asset-based)
– Industry and economic context
– A clear, supportable conclusion that can withstand scrutiny if needed

If you’ve been considering one but haven’t had the time during the year-end rush, May may be a good window to plan ahead.

If you're an OKC business owner thinking about what's next, I'm always happy to just have a conversation.

What you don't know can be costly – we help eradicate uncertainty. You are not alone.

Without data, I am just an idiot with an opinion, that is why we track everything. Don’t take my word for it, look at our results. For business owners, sellers, and buyers in Oklahoma, I provide data driven insights and expert guidance on buying, selling, appraisals, and marketing—so you can make the best decision. For more information or to schedule a time to talk, visit my website.

https://www.bockusconsulting.com/

03/27/2026

Another week in OKC and this city never stops impressing me with an entrepreneurial hard working spirit.

Got to sit down face-to-face with several business owners this week. Some are just starting to think about their next chapter, others ready to make a move. Every conversation is different, but the common thread is always the same: hardworking people who've built something real.

One meeting that stuck with me — working with an owner who inherited a family business after losing a loved one. That's a heavy situation, and it's an honor to help bring some clarity during a difficult time.

Two new listings hit the market today (see my recent posts) both businesses built by owners who put in the work.

Also spent time digging into market comps for a business where real estate plays a big role in the overall value, a good reminder that no two deals are alike here in OKC.

Wrapped up the week working through a machinery and equipment appraisal update, the kind of detailed work that makes a difference at the closing table.

Oklahoma City has an incredible community of entrepreneurs.

If you're an OKC business owner thinking about what's next, I'm always happy to just have a conversation.

What you don't know can be costly – we help eradicate uncertainty in business brokering. You are not alone. We can help because we do it better than you can do it by yourself.

Without data, I am just an idiot with an opinion, that is why we track everything. Don’t take my word for it, look at our results. For business owners, sellers, and buyers in Oklahoma, I provide data driven insights and expert guidance on buying, selling, appraisals, and marketing—so you can make the best decision. For more information or to schedule a time to talk, visit my website.
https://www.bockusconsulting.com/

Bockus Consulting is a business broker and appraiser in Oklahoma. With a people-first approach we take the stress out of selling or buying your business.

03/27/2026

Structured Fitness Training Business — Now Available for Acquisition

An opportunity to acquire a growing, instructor-led fitness training concept with one fully operational location and a second already in development.

This isn't a traditional gym — it's a program-based model built around skill development, physical readiness, and personal growth for both adults and youth, driving strong retention and consistent recurring revenue.

Highlights:

✅ Fully operational & profitable first location

✅ 3 credentialed instructors already on staff

✅ Membership & package-based recurring revenue

✅ $126K+ gross revenue established since 2024

✅ Second location secured & under development

✅ Documented SOPs for smooth ownership transition

✅ Owner-operated or limited involvement model

✅ Asking Price: $500,000

The program has proven especially impactful for youth and athletes, creating long-term participation and strong word-of-mouth referrals. Systems are in place — a new owner can step in with confidence.

Ideal for a growth-minded buyer seeking immediate cash flow and built-in expansion upside.

Franchise transfer and approval required.

Interested or know who might be? Drop a comment, send me a DM, or call our office at 405-946-9032.

What you don't know can be costly – we help eradicate uncertainty in business brokering. You are not alone. We can help because we do it better than you can do it by yourself.

Without data, I am just an idiot with an opinion, that is why we track everything. Don’t take my word for it, look at our results. For business owners, sellers, and buyers in Oklahoma, I provide data driven insights and expert guidance on buying, selling, appraisals, and marketing—so you can make the best decision. For more information or to schedule a time to talk, visit my website.

https://www.bockusconsulting.com/

03/27/2026

Premium Barber & Shave Shop — Now Available for Acquisition | $60K

Excited to share an exciting business opportunity for any aspiring entrepreneur or experienced barber ready to own a turnkey grooming concept.

This modern barber and shave shop in a high-visibility retail corridor is generating $134K in gross revenue and is already manager-run — the current owner invests just 1-2 hours per week. Perfect for an absentee, semi-absentee, or owner-operator buyer.

Highlights:

✔️ Premium haircuts, traditional shaves & beard services

✔️ Retail revenue from grooming products & branded merch

✔️ Distinctive, one-of-a-kind interior & established brand

✔️ 4.7⭐ Google rating across 80+ reviews

✔️ Surrounded by complementary businesses & strong foot traffic

✔️ Asking Price: $60,000

This is a rare chance to step into a professionally built, community-recognized grooming brand with an existing customer base and real growth potential — without starting from scratch.

Interested or know who might be? Drop a comment, send me a DM, or call our office at 405-946-9032.

What you don't know can be costly – we help eradicate uncertainty in business brokering. You are not alone. We can help because we do it better than you can do it by yourself.

Without data, I am just an idiot with an opinion, that is why we track everything. Don’t take my word for it, look at our results. For business owners, sellers, and buyers in Oklahoma, I provide data driven insights and expert guidance on buying, selling, appraisals, and marketing—so you can make the best decision. For more information or to schedule a time to talk, visit my website.

https://www.bockusconsulting.com/

03/06/2026

New Listing - you have to be cool to buy this business. Hip, fashionable, social media sensation.

If that is you . . . call me at 405-946-9032.

02/23/2026

What does a $4M+ revenue outdoor living and pool company look like in today’s market?

It looks like opportunity.

I’m proud to introduce a new listing now available through Bockus Consulting Business Brokerage:

Asking Price: $1,190,000
Gross Revenue: $4,500,000 - $5,600,000 historical

This is a well-established operation with the infrastructure to support continued growth.

Highlights:
– Lease available
– Real estate also available for purchase
– Inventory included in the asking price (revolving)

For the right buyer, this is a chance to step into an established brand with systems, staff, and momentum already in place.

If you are financially qualified and looking for a scalable opportunity in the outdoor living and pool industry, let’s have a confidential conversation.

Call 405-946-9032

bockusconsulting.com

Serious inquiries only.

02/23/2026

What if your most trusted advisor is the biggest reason your business will never sell?

I see it all the time.

A business owner wants to sell. Cash flow is tight. Stress is high. They finally decide to move forward.

Then the deal stalls.

Not because there isn’t a buyer.
Not because the price is crazy.
Not because the business is worthless.

But because the “advisors” start protecting themselves.

I recently received a message from an advisor on a struggling company. It warned about unaudited financials. It warned about legal fees. It warned about buyers using bank debt. It warned about more professional costs.

On the surface, it sounded responsible.

And here is the hard truth: many advisors are paid monthly, quarterly, or annually. If you sell, their revenue stops. They may never say it out loud. But the conflict is real.

You cannot afford conflicted advice when 70–90% of businesses never sell.

Yes. Read that again.

Most privately held businesses do not sell. They close. They fade. Or they are handed off under pressure. The odds are not in your favor.

In the example above, the prior failed sale cost over fees. This is what happens when the process is not controlled from day one.

You deserve better than chaos.

Before any buyer sees financials, three things must happen:

~Financials must be normalized for sale, not for taxes.
~Buyers must be screened for liquidity before negotiations start.
~The structure must be built around what banks will actually fund.

That sounds simple. It is not.

Change is hard. Selling is complex. The odds are low.

That is exactly why you do not go alone.

If this challenges the way you have been thinking about selling, good. It should.

If you are serious about protecting your legacy, your financial future, and your peace of mind, start by having the right conversation.

If you have questions, I’m always glad to help.

What you don't know can be costly – we help eradicate uncertainty in business brokering. You are not alone. We can help because we do it better than you can do it by yourself.

Without data, I am just an idiot with an opinion, that is why we track everything. Don’t take my word for it, look at our results. For business owners, sellers, and buyers in Oklahoma, I provide data driven insights and expert guidance on buying, selling, appraisals, and marketing—so you can make the best decision. For more information or to schedule a time to talk, visit my website.
https://www.bockusconsulting.com/

02/17/2026

What do you do when your Oklahoma business is worth less alive than the dirt it sits on?

That is not a joke. I see it more than people think.

An owner builds a business for 20 or 30 years. But the land under it has gone up so much in value that the real estate is worth more than the cash flow of the company sitting on it.

Do you sell the property and shut the doors? Or do you separate the two and sell both?

Let’s break this down.

Scenario 1: The real estate is worth $2.5 million.
The business cash flow supports a $1.0 million valuation based on EBITDA.

A developer knocks on your door and offers $2.5 million for the dirt.

But what happens to your employees?
What happens to customers?
What happens to your legacy?

You have options most owners never explore.

Option 1: Sell the real estate. Lease it back.
You can sell the property to an investor and sign a long-term lease. You pull cash out. The buyer gets a stable tenant. Your business keeps operating. Employees keep their jobs. Customers never know.

Option 2: Split the assets.
Sell the business to an operator. Sell the property to an investor. Or require the buyer to sign a long-term lease. This creates two bites of the apple. Many SBA deals depend on this structure because goodwill over $250,000 requires third-party appraisal, and collateral rules get tight. Structure matters.

Option 3: Redevelop and relocate.
Sell the dirt at a premium. Move the operation to a lower-cost facility. Rebuild equity in a new property while monetizing the old one.

Option 4: Take the easy road.
Sell the property. Close the business. Walk away.

There is nothing wrong with any of my 4 options.

CPAs and other centers of influences, this is where you matter. Many of your clients do not understand that value is based on cash flow. They also do not understand financing. Banks lend on equipment, inventory, and receivables. They do not lend on goodwill without structure.

Are you selling dirt? Or are you selling a business and protecting a legacy?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer. But doing nothing because the decision feels heavy is the worst option of all.

If this makes you think differently, share it with another owner or CPA who needs to hear it.

If you have questions, I’m always glad to help.

What you don't know can be costly – we help eradicate uncertainty in business brokering. You are not alone. We can help because we do it better than you can do it by yourself.

Without data, I am just an idiot with an opinion, that is why we track everything. Don’t take my word for it, look at our results. For business owners, sellers, and buyers in Oklahoma, I provide data driven insights and expert guidance on buying, selling, appraisals, and marketing—so you can make the best decision. For more information or to schedule a time to talk, visit my website.

https://www.bockusconsulting.com/

02/11/2026

Want the best and only way to sell a business for maximum dollars?

I just read a post from a "guru" on how to sell a main street owner operator business for MILLIONS $$.

The only way to sell a business for the maximum amount - run a business that makes maximum profit.

That’s it.

Buyers don’t overpay for potential.
Banks don’t lend on hope.
And the market doesn’t reward effort.

They reward results.

If your business:
• Consistently making money
• Doesn’t depend on you to survive
• Has clean, boring financials
• Can withstand scrutiny

It becomes easy for my company to sell and get multiple offers – many times bidding up my asking price to even higher than expectations – when the above is achieved.

Most owners wait too long and then ask, “How do I get top dollar?” You earn top dollar years before the sale.

If this sounds harsh, good.
Clarity beats false comfort every time.

If you have questions, I’m always glad to help.

What you don't know can be costly – we help eradicate uncertainty in business brokering. You are not alone. We can help because we do it better than you can do it by yourself.

Without data, I am just an idiot with an opinion, that is why we track everything. Don’t take my word for it, look at our results. For business owners, sellers, and buyers in Oklahoma, I provide data driven insights and expert guidance on buying, selling, appraisals, and marketing—so you can make the best decision. For more information or to schedule a time to talk, visit my website.
https://www.bockusconsulting.com/