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Welcome to English as a Second Language Podcast number 1,088 – Selling a Business.

This is English as a Second Language Podcast episode 1,088. I’m your host, Dr. Jeff McQuillan, coming to you from the Center for Educational Development in beautiful Los Angeles, California.

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In this episode, we have a dialogue between Andy and Robin about selling a business. Let’s get started.

Andy: I can’t believe you’re really selling up. I thought you’d stick it out for another year.

Robin: Business has been slow for three years running and I can’t count on things to pick up anytime soon. I’m selling this business now before it’s completely worthless.

Andy: You should get a good price with all that equipment and inventory.

Robin: I’m hoping that my valuation is in line with what buyers want to pay. I plan to sweeten the pot by offering my consulting services