The Independent Dealer Podcast

The Boys are back, and this one's for the folks stuck in dealership limbo.This episode is all about movement — or the lack of it.They cover:

The Boys are sounding the alarm. Margins are getting squeezed, the BHPH model isn't hitting like it used to, and independent dealers are being forced to adapt—or get left behind.In this episode, Jeff W. and Jeff M. dive into:✅ Why collections are steady (but profits aren't)✅ How hybrid retail models are becoming the new normal✅ Real about the convention floorWhether you're holding the line or reinventing your lot, this episode is packed with the kind of street-smart advice you don't hear on stage.

In this episode, the boys are joined by Fernanda. Tune in as she tells her story of starting as an insurance agent and ending as an independent dealer. Thank you for listening. We hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners are there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys are joined by a special guest at BHPH United 2025. They discuss navigating 2nd-generation dealership dynamics, how her dealership is run, and more.Thank you for listening. We hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners are there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Tune into this week's episode where the boys discuss cost awareness, finding solutions, and much more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In this episode, the boys chat with people they ran into at BHPH United 2025. They talk about buying habits, dealership trials, processes, etc.Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys discuss ways to stay motivated, the wear and tear of the job, being efficient, and finding purpose. Tune in to dive into the details.Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys are joined by Buckeye Bret. They talk about successful features of dealerships, the dealership business, and trends. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In this episode, the boys talk about Luke's first quarter, tariffs on cars, charge-offs, and a lot more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys are joined by Robyn Burkinshaw. They discuss AI and its effects on collections, how Blytzpay utilizes it, and more.Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Tune into this week's episode. The boys discuss Luke's transition, and talk about the ins and outs of Retail vs. BHPH.Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In this episode the boys dive into the three signs of "Carpocalypse."Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In this week's episode, the boys are joined by Kaleb Bryan. They chat about increasing leverage, the BHPH business, and success.Listen to episode 190 to hear more about Kaleb's background.Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In this week's episode, the boys are joined by the determined Dale Matthews. They talk about Dale's journey to the place she is now, and how she handles her dealership.Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

It's tax time! This week's episode dives into tips to handle this crazy season. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Tune into this episode where the boys discuss their key takeaways from Luke's LAST 20 group. They talk about delegation, utilizing AI, hiring, and much more.Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new.Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.comBuckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.comTaxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up!https://www.taxmax.comIgnite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive!www.ignitecp.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend.Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffwListen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealerUsed car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys are joined by Louis Bama. They take a deep dive into bankruptcy. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Ignite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive! www.ignitecp.com  Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Tune into this week's episode where Steve Levine joins the boys. They discuss Ignite Consulting Partners, how they have aided their dealerships, and more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Ignite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive! www.ignitecp.com  Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Tune into this week's episode, where the boys are joined by Garrett Jones. They talk about modernizing payments, slow-growth dealerships, being profitable, and more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Ignite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive! www.ignitecp.com  Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Tune in to this episode, where the boys discuss debt, dealership "forecast," net equity, and more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Ignite consulting partners there to identify problems, create solutions, and help your business thrive! www.ignitecp.com  Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Tune in to this week's episode, where Luke shares some crazy news... Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Tune in to this weeks episode, where the boys continue their "Follow-up" series with a conversation with Harry Buchelly. They chat about Harry's ability to go completely BHPH, his advertising strategies, and much more. If you are interested in Harry's past episode on the podcast it is episode #150. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Tune into this weeks episode, where the boys continue the "How I Built This Follow-ups" by chatting with Nick Markosian. They talk about dealing with turnover, perfecting processes, and so much more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In this episode, the boys meet with the brains behind Flying Wheels for a third time. They chat about Craig's dealership approach, remote ownership, and more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

This week's episode welcomes David Zapata back to the show to follow up on his last appearance. The boys dive into the ups and downs of dealerships, collection problems, and more. If you are interested in David's last episode, it is episode 200. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a revie wwww.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Tune in to this week's episode where the boys welcome Michael West back for a follow-up discussion. They chat about new locations, dealership culture, and more. If you are interested in Michael's past episode, it is episode 198. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys list items, such as EV tax credit and software, they have utilized and are thankful for in 2024. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys are joined by JB and Chad, and they discuss getting ahead of income taxes, cutting expenses at your dealership, redundancy, and preparing for 2025. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In a special episode filmed at NIADA in New Orleans, the boys give their tips and insights on sales trainings. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review ⁠www.theindependentdealer.com ⁠⁠Info@theindependentdealer.com⁠ Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! ⁠https://www.blytzpay.com⁠ Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs ⁠https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com⁠ Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! ⁠https://www.taxmax.com⁠ Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw⁠ Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: ⁠https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer⁠ Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys discuss 5 ways to break out of a discouraging cycle in your dealership. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys start talking about the SPOOKIEST time of the year... TAX SEASON. Bill from Tax Max joins the podcast and discusses these processes. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Taxmax for flexibility with your tax returns. Use the code “Podcast2024” for 40% off sign up! https://www.taxmax.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In this episode, the boys chat about developing processes and overseeing those, consulting, and "keeping your eye on the ball" while running a dealership. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys interview Corey Scruggs and discover how he began a "Lease Here Pay Here" dealership. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In this episode, the boys discuss the theory of constraints, recon and collections, and whack-a-mole. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys discuss their takeaways from the 20 group which include: preparation, processes, marketing, and inventory. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In this week's episode, the boys invite Brent Carmichael to talk about reinventing the 20 group. Brent is bringing fresh ideas on how to change something from good to great. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys are joined by Marshall and they discuss inventory, lead count, advertising, and consistency in the market. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys break down the ROI's of their dealerships, along with the pros and cons of running a BHPH dealership. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys follow up with Brandon. Tune in to hear how the different dealerships are run. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

In this episode, the boys discuss We Owe forms, dealership processes, and squirrels. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys are joined by JD Tomlinson, a retail dealer, who brings a different point of view to the podcast. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Jack joins the boys and they bounce ideas off each other while voicing their opinions. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys interview different vendors at the NIADA 2024 Convention. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys dive into collections, repos, current events in the dealer world, and more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The Boys discuss the ins and outs of EV tax credit. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The Boys meet up with Russell Moore to discuss navigating their dealerships through trials. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Keeping customers happy has been the key to Tracy's success. Take the time to hear your customers. Attend UAAMG Aug 1st in Myrtle Beach Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Could your dealership survive if a critical software system got shut down? The boys discuss various strategies for operating through a cyber crisis. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com Info@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months! https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needs https://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online: https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogroup https://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwin https://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

The boys continue at the BHPH United convention receiving valuable information from the panel and audience. Thank you for listening we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur

Josh Sellers joins the boys to chat about the ups and downs of the current BHPH market. Thank you for listening we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.com Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card processing and text communications. Tell them IDP sent you to get 3 free months!https://www.blytzpay.com Buckeye Dealership Consulting for all your education and reinsurance needshttps://www.buckeyereinsurance.com Please subscribe, leave us a review, and share with a friend. Connect with us online:https://www.facebook.com/groups/independentautogrouphttps://www.facebook.com/jlukegodwinhttps://www.facebook.com/sendtojeffw Listen to all our episodes on Anchor:https://anchor.fm/theindependentdealer Used car dealer, independent dealer, automotive, car sales, entrepreneur