Most entrepreneurs think wealth is about making more money.
But that's not the real game.
In this episode of Franchise Secrets, Erik and Justin break down:
* Why some deals sell for massive multiples
* What private equity actually looks at
* Why embedded (future) EBITDA changes everything
* How high-level investors think differently
* The difference between playing small and playing bigger
* Why critics often miss what sophisticated buyers see
* And the real decision behind building wealth
This conversation goes deeper than valuation strategy. It's about mindset, access, and understanding the level of the game you're playing.
If you're building a franchise brand, planning an exit, or thinking about long-term wealth creation, this episode will shift how you see value.
Timestamps:
00:02:10 – Inside Closed-Door Conversations With the Fed & Wall Street
00:05:10 – Curiosity vs. Criticism: How High-Level Operators Think
00:08:11 – The 30X EBITDA Deal That Sparked Debate
00:09:13 – Why Future EBITDA Changes Everything
00:10:38 – Don't Judge the Game From the Sidelines
00:11:47 – Different Levels. Different Rules.
00:13:57 – Why Smart Investors Pay a Premium
00:16:15 – The Wealth Gap Most Entrepreneurs Don't Understand
00:20:14 – The Real Tradeoff: Time vs. More Money
00:23:12 – "You're Doing It for Your Ego"
Connect with Justin here:
https://lifestyleinvestor.com/
Connect with Erik Van Horn:
🌐 Website - https://franchisesecrets.com/
📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikvanhorn/
👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erik.v.horn/
💼 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanhorn/
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