Control and Compound with Darren Mitchell

The Harsh Truth About Selling Your Business in Canada

April 20, 2026·24 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

REGISTER FOR OUR BUSINESS MASTERCLASS TODAY: https://hub.controlandcompound.com/business-masterclass-webinar-registration   There's a massive shift happening in Canada right now — and most business owners aren't ready for it.   Over the next decade, the majority of privately held businesses will change hands. But here's the problem…   Most owners: Aren't structured properly Don't qualify for major tax advantages And are WAY too dependent on themselves   Which means when it comes time to sell…   👉 valuations drop   👉 deals fall apart   👉 and hundreds of thousands (or millions) are lost   In this episode, we break down:   The coming business exit wave Why your business might be worth less than you think The $1.25M tax-free opportunity most owners miss How to structure your business properly What buyers ACTUALLY look for And what your life looks like AFTER the sale   If you're a business owner — this is not optional knowledge.   Show notes:   00:00 - The Massive Business Shift in Canada 03:13 - Why Your Business May Be Worth Less 05:13 - The $1.25M Tax-Free Opportunity 07:21 - Why Most Owners Don't Qualify 08:00 - Holding Companies Explained 08:41 - Family Trusts & Estate Freeze 11:09 - Owner Dependency Problem 14:41 - The 3 Types of Businesses 16:23 - What Happens After You Sell 18:30 - Planning Ahead with Capital 20:09 - Life After the Exit   FIND US ON:   INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/controlandcompound    TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@controlandcompound?lang=en   LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/darren-mitchell-associates-inc/?viewAsMember=true BOOK A CALL WITH US NOW: https://www.controlandcompound.com/contact-us

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