Don't Give Up If the Deal Goes Bad: Lessons for Selling Your Residential HVAC Business

When a private equity deal falls through, does that mean it's over? Not even close.

In this episode, I share two powerful real-world stories—one from my own $42M HVAC business sale and another from a client—where walking away from the wrong deal led to a much bigger win.

Private equity buyers don’t always play fair, and if you’re not careful, you could leave millions on the table. But knowing when to walk, when to wait, and when to pull the trigger can mean the difference between regret and generational wealth.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

✅ How one HVAC business owner’s gut instinct turned a $40M deal into a $60M payday
✅ Why my first buyer backed out—and how I pivoted to sell for an 8X multiple
✅ The hidden tactics PE firms use to pressure you into a bad deal
✅ What to do when private equity changes the terms at the last minute
✅ Why patience and the right buyer can make all the difference

If you're serious about selling your residential HVAC business, don’t let one bad deal define your future.

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