You grew from $3M to $8M. But one path cost 12 hires, three new markets, 40 extra pounds, and nearly a marriage. The other closed on a competitor, then spent 100 days integrating and two years cleaning up surprises.

That's the real build vs. buy decision.

In Episode 13 of From Burnout to Bought Out, Jon and Ryan break down why "should I buy this competitor?" is the wrong question, the seven strategic conditions that make acquisitions worth pursuing, and the five situations where buying becomes an expensive mistake. They also share a practical decision framework, explain why owners often confuse analysis with rationalization, and reveal how skipping strategy can burn $100,000 before a deal ever closes.

If you're staring at a deal because you're exhausted, chasing growth, or wondering whether buying is really faster than building — this one's for you.

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**⏱ Chapters**

00:00 Two Roads to $8M

02:03 Build vs Buy Reality

06:45 Seven Reasons to Buy

11:01 When Building Wins

15:53 A Better Decision Framework

20:17 Where Acquisitions Begin

23:32 The $100K Mistake

27:28 Your One-Page Thesis

29:08 Final Takeaway

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