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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, and Heather review a Florida-based service business deal generating $12M in revenue from well drilling, pest control, and lawn care.

With $2.4M EBITDA and the inclusion of $1M real estate. Heather also gave us great insights about the potential complexities of financing the acquisition. If you are considering a multifaceted business, you should tune in! 

Join Michael and Heather’s lecture here: https://lu.ma/xvvv7ir7?utm_source=audio&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=aa-podcast

Check out the listing here: https://gottesman-company.com/active_sellers/s-919-8-dbn/?utm_source=acquanon.com&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep-298

Thanks to this week's sponsor, CloudBookkeeping:

CloudBookkeeping offers adaptable solutions to businesses that want to focus on growth with a “client service first” approach. They offer a full suite of accounting services, including sophisticated reporting, QuickBooks software solutions, and full-service payroll options.

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You will learn:

• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍

• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers

• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads

• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, we dive into a pest control e-commerce deal. Michael, Bill, and Mills unpack everything about this eco-friendly mosquito zapper business, from its $2 million asking price to the risks of banking everything on one popular product. It’s real talk on what it's like to run a niche online business. If you're into e-commerce or just curious about how a single product can make such a big impact, this episode is for you. 

Check out the listing here: https://www.websiteclosers.com/businesses/pest-control-ecommerce-brand-practical-ecofriendly-solutions-140-aov-200-000-average-monthly-visitors-100-000-email-subs-strong-team-in-place/109592

Thanks to this week's sponsor, Plane:

Expand your team globally with Plane’s payroll and HR platform. Easily hire, onboard, and pay employees and contractors worldwide. Manage US and international payroll, benefits, and compliance efficiently. Plane automates payments and ensures tax compliance across over 240 countries. Learn more at plane.com/aapodcast.

Learn how to buy a business.

If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:

You will learn:

• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍

• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers

• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads

• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

• Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel.
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In this episode, we found a South Carolina-based steel fabrication company business for sale. Making $12.5 million in revenue and a cash flow of $1.6 million. We then talked about company's potential for expansion, its reliance on cyclical construction projects, and the crucial role of relationships with general contractors and financing challenges, particularly through SBA loans, providing valuable insights into business acquisitions in the steel fabrication sector.

Check out the listing here: https://www.bizbuysell.com/Business-Opportunity/Structural-and-Ornamental-Steel-Fabrication/2183028/?utm_source=acquanon.com&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep-296

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Acquisition Lab and their team have been longtime supporters of the pod.

Acquisition Lab exists to help people buy a business and navigate all the complexities of the process, as well as provide a trusted framework, tools, and resources to support you from search to close.

If you are serious about buying a business, check out acquisitionlab.com or email the Lab's director Chelsea Wood, [email protected] and mention us ;)

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If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:

You will learn:

• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍

• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers

• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads

• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Show notes: 

00:00 Intro 

02:57 How the Steel Fabrication Business works

10:13 How to deal with the market?

Revenue and Margin Potential in the Industry

16:04 Financing for this industry

22:39 Alternative Financing Options

26:04 Who should buy this deal?

28:48 Valuation and Interest in the Business

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, and Heather get a SaaS business for sale in Poland, specializing in conversion rate optimization for e-commerce sites. This one-person operation shows a 12-month revenue of $388,000 and a profit of $324,000. We discussed the potential growth strategies and structural considerations for acquiring such a niche yet profitable business.

Today's listing was found on Acquire: https://app.acquire.com/startup/JN1ZD9lJ74WMQXZhLDQLljOZszr2/uXGfmk60v9GRjuPzqmMx
Acquire.com is the online marketplace to buy and sell startups.
Join 200k+ entrepreneurs closing life-changing deals. Buy and sell startups in as little as 30 days, supported by the best advisors and tech.

Thanks to this week's sponsor, Plane:
Expand your team globally with Plane’s payroll and HR platform. Easily hire, onboard, and pay employees and contractors worldwide. Manage US and international payroll, benefits, and compliance efficiently. Plane automates payments and ensures tax compliance across over 240 countries. Learn more at plane.com/aapodcast.

Learn how to buy a business.
If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:
You will learn:
• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍
• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers
• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads
• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Show Notes
00:00 Intro

02:39 SaaS business deal 

07:58 What does this business do

11:04 Only 13 customer?

13:17 Are you buying a job? 

14:30 Tacos, Carcinisation and SaaS

14:34 Who should do this deal? 

18:20 GDP discussion

22:19 How to get into this deal? 

25:28 Thumbs up/down 

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, and Heather get a business deal involving a seven-year-old blue-collar workwear brand that's booming thanks to its new TikTok shop. They talk about how selling things on social media, like TikTok, can be really hit or miss and discuss intellectual property challenges and more.  Hope you have fun as we did.

Today's listing is found on Quietlight

Quiet Light is a business brokerage firm that helps entrepreneurs buy, value, and sell online businesses. Every Advisor on the team has built, bought, or sold their own online business and is committed to providing relentlessly honest advice and personalized recommendations to help owners succeed.

Thanks to this week's sponsor:

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You forge the vision; they handle everything else: discovery, design, engineering, creation, and training. 

They only take a few client partners each year. You’ll be handled personally by founders Callan and Sam, with complete transparency and an open invitation to all development calls.

Book a free discovery session, and we’ll make you an actionable project scope document that any software firm can execute. No strings attached. Visit Ivy.Works to learn more.

Learn how to buy a business.
If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:
You will learn:
• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍
• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers
• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads
• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

SHOW NOTES:
00:00 intro 

02:38 Blue-collar e-commerce deal

08:08 How TikTok Shop works

09:52 Intellectual Property and Competition

14:20 Relying on TikTok Algorithm & Trends

17:42 Opportunities in Underserved Markets

21:25 Platform dependency 

27:09 The ideal buyer 

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, Heather, and Mills discuss a potential purchase of a landscape and architectural lighting company in the Hamptons valued at $1.25 million with annual revenues of $800,000 and a net cash flow of $375,000. They analyze its strong financials, 40-year history, and wealthy client base while also considering challenges like its dependence on local referrals for new business. Enjoy the show! 

Check out the listing here: https://synergybb.com/listings/premium-landscape-and-architectural-lighting-company/

Thanks to this week's sponsor:

CloudBookkeeping offers adaptable solutions to businesses that want to focus on growth with a “client service first” approach. They offer a full suite of accounting services, including sophisticated reporting, QuickBooks software solutions, and full-service payroll options.

Learn how to buy a business.
If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:
You will learn:
• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍
• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers
• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads
• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Show notes:

00:00 intro 

02:54 Reviewing the deal

05:53 Challenges and Costs of Landscape Lighting

08:04 Complexity of Lighting Projects

09:42 Size and Structure of the Business

12:12 Importance of Having a Growth Plan

13:30 Risk and Debt in Business Acquisitions

17:50 Who should buy this deal? 

27:00 Structuring the Acquisition Deal

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael Girdley, Bill D'Alessandro, and Heather Endresen discuss buying an aircraft service center. They review the business details, noting its strong sales of $1.2 million and good profit margins. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in aviation and what it takes to run a niche service business.

Check out the listing here: https://synergybb.com/listings/well-established-aircraft-service-center/

Thanks to this week's sponsor:

Have you thought about exiting your current online business or buying one to start a new journey as an entrepreneur but have no idea where to start? Unlock business opportunities with Boopos.com! Boopos is the #1 platform for buying and selling profitable online businesses with built-in acquisition financing for qualified buyers. At Boopos.com, you can source opportunities from Boopos exclusive listings and other marketplaces or bring your own proprietary deal flow for approval. Boopos can offer pre-approved financing for recurring revenue businesses, allowing you to access fast funding with no personal guarantees.

Want to find out more? Go to go.boopos.com/michaelgirdley, sign up, and get qualified to sell your business or find your next deal.
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Learn how to buy a business.
If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course.
You will learn:
• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍
• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers
• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads
• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Show Notes: 

00:00 intro

01:40 Private Planes and the $500 Hamburger

04:21 The Dynamics and Safety of Plane Manufacturing

05:00 The Price Range of General Aviation Planes

06:50 Michael's anecdote

09:10 Exploring the Business for Sale: An Aircraft Service Center

11:37 The Risks and Challenges of Owning an Aircraft Service Center

13:16 Is this a transferable business? 

14:42  Why airports don't own this service?

18:50 Did we find the business? 

24:40 The Ideal Buyer 

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, Heather, and Mills review a fascinating deal shared by one of our listeners, Michael Weinstein. This potentially dubious business deal involves a technology platform for selling luxury items. As we analyze the details, including impressive sales figures and margins, questions arise about the legitimacy of the transactions and the business's association with website closers. The discussion navigates through various topics, from the intricacies of luxury marketplaces to money laundering risks.

Check out the listing here: https://www.websiteclosers.com/businesses/technology-platform-to-expedite-the-sale-of-luxury-items-projected-30-yoy-sales-growth-28-margins-3-billion-in-items-launched-so-far/109876

Thanks to this week's sponsor:

CloudBookkeeping offers adaptable solutions to businesses that want to focus on growth with a “client service first” approach. They offer a full suite of accounting services, including sophisticated reporting, QuickBooks software solutions, and full-service payroll options.

Learn how to buy a business.
If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:
You will learn:
• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍
• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers
• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads
• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Show notes:

00:00 Intro

02:40 Reviewing the deal

07:35 Figuring out the business

12:06 Did we find the seller?

13:35 The elephant in the room: is this legit?

16:10 Is this best way to sell luxury items? 

19:25 Doing due diligence 

21:06 Similar businesses review 

20:08 Final Thoughts 

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Mills, Heather and Bill reveal a fascinating deal: a 35-year-old online ticket brokering business with a unique twist. The company specializes in the secondary market for highly sought-after event tickets, bragging a devoted clientele and generating substantial revenue. However, the deal comes with its own set of challenges and risks. While the business offers lucrative opportunities, particularly with its affiliate program for travel agents, there are concerns about its transferability, dependence on speculative ticket purchases, and potential legal issues with ticket resale. We explore various angles, highlighting the pros and cons of acquiring such a business and offering insights into the complexities of evaluating and structuring deals in similar markets.

Check out the listing here: https://www.websiteclosers.com/businesses/35-year-online-ticket-brokering-company-secondary-marketplace-for-concert-sporting-event-theater-tickets-sba-pre-qualified-80-000-affiliates/109347/

Thanks to this episode's sponsor:

Have you thought about exiting your current online business or buying one to start a new journey as an entrepreneur but have no idea where to start? Unlock business opportunities with Boopos.com!  Boopos is the #1 platform for buying and selling profitable online businesses with built-in acquisition financing for qualified buyers. At Boopos.com, you can source opportunities from Boopos exclusive listings and other marketplaces or bring your own proprietary deal flow for approval. Boopos can offer pre-approved financing for recurring revenue businesses, allowing you to access fast funding with no personal guarantees.

Want to find out more? Go to go.boopos.com/michaelgirdley, sign up, and get qualified to sell your business or find your next deal.
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Learn how to buy a business.
If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course.
You will learn:
• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍
• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers
• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads
• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Show Notes: 

00:00 Intro 

02:30 Heather's business trip 

04:18 A Ticket brokering business 

10:25 One-man business challenges

11:19 Dropshipping inventory

13:06  Speculation Business

16:47 Travel +events + Affiliates

18:49 Ins and Outs of the Business

22:14 Is this a Pre-qualified business?

24:56 How Mills would run this business

29:36 Final Thoughts

31:48 Thumbs up /Thumbs down

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, Heather, and Mills dig into a startup from Mexico that's all about Shopify apps. They chat about what the app does, how it's doing financially, and if it's got what it takes to grow. They also discuss the ups and downs of running a business in Mexico, the wild world of e-commerce on TikTok, and what might be in store for Shopify. 

Should you buy this? 

Check out the listing here: https://app.acquire.com/startup/PPZlvLMJqJbD45atKWIWbrbYLUA3/82GQlSJqU3M1FltWXOxl

Acquire.com is the online marketplace to buy and sell startups.

Join 200k+ entrepreneurs closing life-changing deals. Buy and sell startups in as little as 30 days, supported by the best advisors and tech.

Thanks to this week's sponsor:

Have you ever wished your business’s software was a better fit for your needs?

IvyWorks can help. They specialize in building custom solutions for SMB’s complex processes.

You forge the vision, and they handle everything else: discovery, design, engineering, creation, and training. They’ve built everything from semi-autonomous, AI-powered roof scanning drones to mobile apps for managing hundreds of maintenance staff across thousands of properties.

They only take a few client partners each year. You’ll be handled personally by founders Callan and Sam, with complete transparency and an open invitation to all development calls.

Book a free discovery session, and we’ll make you an actionable project scope document that any software firm can execute. No strings attached.

Visit Ivy.Works to learn more.

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, and Heather discuss the potential acquisition of a cleanroom supplies company. They analyze the financials, market dynamics, risks, and growth opportunities associated with the deal. Despite uncertainties like customer concentration and reliance on qualified staff, the hosts express optimism due to the company's steady revenue growth, specialized market niche, and limited competition.

Check out the listing here:  https://gottesman-company.com/active_sellers/s-2937-50-tje/

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And because you're awesome and part of the Acquisitions Anonymous community, we've got a sweet deal for you: $200 off your ticket.
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