Podcasts about SDE

In this episode, the hosts evaluate a niche Sonoma County construction company that specializes in building luxury wine caves, exploring whether its expertise, reputation, and affluent customer base justify a $2.1 million asking price.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/specialized-subterranean-construction-firm-with-niche-market-dominance/2501226/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9VrSubscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

In this episode, the hosts evaluate a niche Sonoma County construction company that specializes in building luxury wine caves, exploring whether its expertise, reputation, and affluent customer base justify a $2.1 million asking price.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/specialized-subterranean-construction-firm-with-niche-market-dominance/2501226/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9VrSubscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

In this episode of The Unofficial TikTok Shop Podcast, Jordan West sits down with Andy Allaway, CEO of Empire Flippers, to break down what buyers are really looking for when they evaluate ecommerce businesses.They get into clean financials, SDE multiples, channel diversification, founder dependence, TikTok Shop, Amazon, retail contracts, organic social, paid media, and the biggest landmines founders need to fix before going to market.Jordan also shares lessons from building, buying, selling, and losing ecommerce brands, including why founders should start preparing for an exit 12 to 24 months before they actually want to sell.If you run a DTC, Amazon, Shopify, or TikTok Shop brand and want to understand what makes your business more valuable to a buyer, this episode is a must-watch.In this episode:• What ecommerce multiples look like in 2026• Why clean financials matter so much• How buyers evaluate founder-led brands• What makes a brand SBA-financeable• Why TikTok Shop may become a core exit channel• The scorecard Andy uses to judge sellability• How to prepare 12 to 24 months before sellingGuest:Andy Allaway, CEO of Empire Flippershttps://empireflippers.comHost:Jordan West, Founder of Social Commerce Clubhttps://jordanwest.caSubscribe for more conversations on TikTok Shop, DTC growth, ecommerce strategy, and the future of social commerce.

Do you know what your numbers are really saying about your home staging business?Many home stagers focus on revenue when measuring success, but buyers look at something very different when evaluating a business. In this episode of The Real Women Real Business Podcast mini-series, How to Sell Your Home Staging Business, Shauna Lynn Simon breaks down the financial story behind business value and explains why revenue alone does not determine what your company is worth.Listeners will learn how buyers interpret financial statements, what profitability really means, and why understanding metrics like gross profit, net income, and Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) can dramatically impact a future sale. Even if numbers aren't your strength, this episode will help you understand the financial story buyers see when evaluating your business without getting lost in accounting jargon or complicated formulas.Whether selling is years away or simply a future possibility, this conversation will help home stagers look at their numbers through a completely different lens. You'll also learn why preparing your financials 2-3 years before a sale can significantly impact both buyer confidence and business value. The insights shared in this episode can lead to stronger decision-making, healthier profits, and a more valuable business long before an exit is ever on the horizon.If you're serious about building a staging business that creates both income and long-term value, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Timestamps:(00:08) - (04:48) - Why revenue is not the same thing as business value(04:49) - (09:31) - How buyers read your financials as a story of risk and profit(09:32) - (14:12) - Why clean books and service profitability matter before selling(14:13) - (20:18) - The difference between gross profit, net income, and real earning power(20:19) - (27:08) - How buyers value a staging business using SDE instead of revenue or inventory(27:09) - (40:00) - Add backs, valuation multiples, and how to increase buyer confidenceResources:Get your "Is Your Home Staging Business Sellable?" ebook free when you use promo code SELL100: https://slsacademy.com/sellreadyLearn more about the Sell Your Staging Business Bootcamp (and claim your spot): https://slsacademy.com/sellyourbiz

Most people buying businesses are looking for the obvious. The obvious growth. The obvious profit. The obvious opportunity. That's exactly why they miss the best deals. Kyle Brown spent years in investment banking and private equity evaluating acquisitions before ever buying a business himself. And what he learned was simple: The businesses that look the safest aren't always the best investments. And the businesses that look broken aren't always broken. When Kyle came across an ecommerce business that was barely breaking even, most buyers would have walked away. Declining performance. Frustrated owners. Uncertain future. On paper, it looked risky. But Kyle wasn't looking at the same things everyone else was. In this episode, Jaryd sits down with Kyle to unpack how investment bankers evaluate opportunities, how private equity investors think about risk, and how to value a business when traditional formulas stop working. They discuss why so many buyers become obsessed with multiples, how distressed businesses can create outsized returns, and the operational changes that helped turn a struggling acquisition back into a profitable company. But perhaps the biggest lesson is this: Buying a business isn't about finding perfection. It's about seeing something everyone else has missed. Most buyers never learn how to do that. Kyle did.

Matt Becker, founder of Gym Lawyers and former 11-year CrossFit affiliate owner, joins Mateo to break down the legal gaps most gym owners don't know they have. They get into why compliance directly affects your gym's value, what buyers look for during due diligence, how market value opinions work, and the roll-up trend quietly reshaping the boutique fitness market.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here, so you don't miss out.

The first business Joe Wechsler bought had $280k of SDE. Seven years later, he runs a fund with $50m of buying power.Register for the webinar: Franchising for the ETA Buyer: Resales, Roll-Ups, and Real Deals - Thu, June 4 - https://bit.ly/4vnGP5uTopics in Joe's interview:Background in management consultingInspired by Rich Dad Poor Dad to own assetsJoining an early cohort of the Acquisition LabSearching is more fun with a partnerFirst deal died 10 days before closingDiscovering employees had never been paid overtimeTotal office staff turnover in first 4 monthsAcquiring 4 diverse businessesLaunching a $25M equity fund with 5 partnersIt's all about the peopleReferences and how to contact Joe:LinkedInBlueline VenturesWho by Geoff Smart and Randy StreetRich Dad, Poor Dad by Richard T. KiyosakiGet a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com and mention Acquiring MindsDownload the New CEO's Guide to Human Resources from Aspen HR:From this page or contact jenny@aspenhr.comWork with an SBA loan team focused exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:Pioneer Capital AdvisoryConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron

As soon as you get close to the root קרב you realize there's much to learn: From family members, to boxing matches, to intestines. Guy helps to make sense of it all, including how it relates to the Aussie TV show "Home and Away." Hear the All-Hebrew Episode on Patreon   New Words and Expressions: Karov, krova, krovim, krovot – Close – קרוב, קרובה, קרובים, קרובות "Nachon at krova" – It's true, you're close – נכון, את קרובה Krov mishpacha – Relative – קרוב משפחה Krovei mishpacha – Relatives – קרובי משפחה Hu karov sheli – He's my relative – הוא קרוב שלי Kirvat dam – Blood relation – קרבת דם Karov rachok – Distant relative – קרוב רחוק Be-karov – Soon – בקרוב Mi-karov – Closely – מקרוב Lekarev – To bring closer – לקרב "Ata yachol lekarev et ha-salat ktsat?" – Can you move the salad a bit closer? – אתה יכול לקרב את הסלט קצת Mekoravim – Entourage, associates – מקורבים Lehitkarev – To come near – להתקרב Hitkarvut – Rapprochement – התקרבות Lehakriv – To sacrifice – להקריב Korban – Sacrifice – קורבן Lehitkarben – To behave as if you're a victim – להתקרבן Hitkarbenut – Behaving as if you're a victim – התקרבנות "Ha-korban ha-ultimativi hu adam she-makriv et atsmo lema'an acherim" – The ultimate sacrifice is someone who gives himself up for the sake of others – הקורבן האולטימטיבי הוא אדם שמקריב את עצמו למען אחרים Hakrava – Self sacrifice – הקרבה Krav – Battle – קרב Krav igruf – Boxing match – קרב איגרוף Sde krav – Battlefield – שדה קרב Krav maga – Israeli self defence technique – קרב מגע Du krav – Duel – דו-קרב "Hem hayu chayalim kraviyim" – They were combat soldiers – הם היו חיילים קרביים Sherut kravi – Combat service – שירות קרבי Jobnik – Soldier who works in an office – ג'ובניק Be-kerev – Among – בקרב Toda mi-kerev lev – Thanks from the bottom of my heart – תודה מקרב לב Kravayim – Intestines – קרביים   Playlist and Clips: Daniel Salomon – Ahava (lyrics) Noa Ben-Hagai – Kirvat Dam Documentary Krovim Krovim Assaf Amdursky – Yakirati (lyrics) Arik Einstein – Sus Etz (lyrics) Riki Kitaro – Al Tihyu Korban Efrat Gosh – Krav Igruf (lyrics) Krav maga The Voice – Du krav (duel) TV11 – Hayalim kraviyim Ep. 230 about lehitmasken, to pretend to be miserable HEB Ep. 333 about leha'avir, pass HEB

In this episode the hosts analyze a niche executive recruiting firm serving the printing, packaging, and paper industries, debating whether its deep relationships and proprietary network create a durable moat—or a dangerous key-man dependency.Business Listing – http://bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/reputable-high-margin-executive-recruiting-company/2446959/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9VrSubscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

In this episode the hosts analyze a niche executive recruiting firm serving the printing, packaging, and paper industries, debating whether its deep relationships and proprietary network create a durable moat—or a dangerous key-man dependency.Special thanks to Tighe Burke with SRCH for joining us on today's pod! Check out more here: https://www.srchpartners.com/Business Listing – http://bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/reputable-high-margin-executive-recruiting-company/2446959/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9VrSubscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

Solar racking is one of the lowest-cost line items on a DG project and one of the highest-risk failure points. Kyle Sinclair, Co-founder and CEO of SDE (Sinclair Designs and Engineering), joins Tim Montague to explain how USA-made steel and 4-day commercial engineering turnarounds are solving the lead time and logistics failures that slow commercial solar projects. SDE produces 3 megawatts of racking in a single 8-hour shift.On this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague speaks with Kyle about the full arc of SDE's product line, from the Skyrack 2.0 fixed-tilt ground-mount system to a new I-beam solution designed for rocky soil conditions in Texas and on the West Coast. They also cover the realities of solar carport installation, including foundation risk, soil testing, and why carport projects require a fundamentally different approach than ground mount racking.Here is what you will learn in this conversation:Learn how SDE turns around residential stamped drawing packages in 2 days and commercial packages in 4 days, and why that speed has become the deciding factor for EPCs managing safe harbor deadlines.Understand the difference between C-channel and I-beam ground mount racking, including why high refusal rates in rocky soil conditions led SDE to develop a 6x9 and 6x15 I-beam solution that Kyle says is more cost-effective than most competitors' C-channel designs.Learn what every EPC should know before pricing a solar carport installation: how soil conditions drive foundation costs from $1,500 per hole to $2,800 per hole, and why planning for worst-case geotech results protects your margin.Find out how SDE holds a 95% delivery accuracy rating using ISO 9001 quality management and Keyence scanning technology integrated into their ERP system, and why that matters when your crew is at a remote site expecting a full kit.Any EPC designing projects in the Midwest or expanding into new geographies need to hear Kyle's approach to engineering for conditions that historical data no longer predicts accurately.Connect with Kyle Sinclair, SDE Kyle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-sinclair-b9b60a62/SDE Website: https://www.sinclair-designs.com/ Support the showConnect with Tim  Clean Power Hour  Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email:  CleanPowerHour@gmail.comCorporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems.  Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

Today, Loretta welcomes Dr. Scott Taylor who is a pioneer in the exploration of consciousness and near-death experiences, uniquely bridging the worlds of personal experience, academic research, and spiritual teaching.His life changed dramatically following a shared-death experience (SDE) in which he simultaneously perceived himself present in the physical world and in the Light with loved ones transitioning beyond. This extraordinary moment became the foundation of a decades-long journey to understand the nature of consciousness, the nonphysical universe, and what lies beyond death.Dr. Taylor has served as President and Executive Director of The Monroe Institute, where he trained individuals in expanded states of awareness using binaural beat technology. With over 35 years of experience, he has developed practical, safe methods to help others explore realms similar to those described by near-death experiencers.He is also affiliated with International Association for Near-Death Studies, contributing to research and education on near-death phenomena.As the creator of the Into the Light meditation series, Dr. Taylor has guided thousands into profound inner experiences—meeting guides, exploring the “tunnel,” and reconnecting with loved ones beyond the veil.His work offers not just theory, but lived experience—inviting us to ask one of humanity's deepest questions: What is consciousness, really—and does it ever end?Find out more about Dr. Scott Taylor here:https://neardeathmeditations.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Loretta welcomes Dr. Scott Taylor who is a pioneer in the exploration of consciousness and near-death experiences, uniquely bridging the worlds of personal experience, academic research, and spiritual teaching. His life changed dramatically following a shared-death experience (SDE) in which he simultaneously perceived himself present in the physical world and in the Light with loved ones transitioning beyond. This extraordinary moment became the foundation of a decades-long journey to understand the nature of consciousness, the nonphysical universe, and what lies beyond death. Dr. Taylor has served as President and Executive Director of The Monroe Institute, where he trained individuals in expanded states of awareness using binaural beat technology. With over 35 years of experience, he has developed practical, safe methods to help others explore realms similar to those described by near-death experiencers. He is also affiliated with International Association for Near-Death Studies, contributing to research and education on near-death phenomena. As the creator of the Into the Light meditation series, Dr. Taylor has guided thousands into profound inner experiences—meeting guides, exploring the “tunnel,” and reconnecting with loved ones beyond the veil. His work offers not just theory, but lived experience—inviting us to ask one of humanity's deepest questions: What is consciousness, really—and does it ever end? Find out more about Dr. Scott Taylor here: https://neardeathmeditations.com/

Jeff Dudan's free digital copy of his book What if you've been building your business wrong this entire time - not in how you operate it, but in how you're preparing to eventually sell it? In this episode of the Unemployable Podcast, Jeff Dudan sits down with Matt Uhler, a 28-year veteran business broker, entrepreneur, investor in 20+ small businesses, and host of the What's Your Deal podcast. Matt has completed 800+ transactions, analyzed 3,000 businesses, and participated in deals totaling over $350 million in combined value. Matt breaks down exactly why 95% of business owners are unprepared when they go to sell - and how to fix that starting today. You'll learn how seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) are calculated, what a business broker actually does from listing to close, why concentration risk can instantly destroy a business acquisition, and how Matt built what he calls a "mutual fund of small businesses" to create 20+ income streams not tied to his daily activity. This episode is essential listening for franchise owners, small business operators, first-time buyers, and anyone who wants to exit their business on their terms - not someone else's.

Jeff Dudan's free digital copy of his book What if you've been building your business wrong this entire time - not in how you operate it, but in how you're preparing to eventually sell it? In this episode of the Unemployable Podcast, Jeff Dudan sits down with Matt Uhler, a 28-year veteran business broker, entrepreneur, investor in 20+ small businesses, and host of the What's Your Deal podcast. Matt has completed 800+ transactions, analyzed 3,000 businesses, and participated in deals totaling over $350 million in combined value. Matt breaks down exactly why 95% of business owners are unprepared when they go to sell - and how to fix that starting today. You'll learn how seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) are calculated, what a business broker actually does from listing to close, why concentration risk can instantly destroy a business acquisition, and how Matt built what he calls a "mutual fund of small businesses" to create 20+ income streams not tied to his daily activity. This episode is essential listening for franchise owners, small business operators, first-time buyers, and anyone who wants to exit their business on their terms - not someone else's.

Dan Burnside thought he got a great deal on an $800k SDE business. Instead he'd bought bad faith and years of struggle.Register for the webinar:  Add-Ons and Carve-Outs: How to Get Banks on Board - TODAY!! - https://bit.ly/4sO0MAtTopics in Dan's interview:Buying in a small, rural areaDiscovering seller fraud after acquisitionKey employee leaves and starts competing businessWorking to integrate himself into the communityHVAC techs resisted technology changesWife and kids unhappy in the new placeGetting his Master Mechanical Contractor licenseCustomers not paying their invoicesHiring challenges in rural areasBankruptcy and his new AI ventureReferences and how to contact Dan:LinkedInJan Roll on Acquiring Minds: 21 Months to Stability Buying a $1.2m SDE BusinessGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamGet a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com and mention Acquiring MindsThe ecosystem for serious acquisition entrepreneurs—education, capital, community, and post-close support to buy and grow a business:The Acquisition LabConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron

What if the best acquisition you'll ever make is the one nobody else bothered to look at? That's not a rhetorical question. That's exactly how Karl Hughes bought his first agency. While every other buyer was refreshing broker listings and fighting over the same tired deals, Karl built a spreadsheet, started cold DM-ing podcast production founders on LinkedIn, and had fifty conversations most people would've deleted without a second thought. No broker. No bidding war. No competing offers. Just Karl, a thesis, and the patience to work a room that nobody else had walked into yet. One of those conversations turned into a sub-million-dollar acquisition at 2.7x SDE -a healthy, cash-flowing business with clients who'd been around for five-plus years. The seller had never seen a competitor's P&L in his life. Karl had seen twenty before he ever made the call. But here's where it gets interesting. That deal was just the beginning. Since then, Karl has been quietly building a portfolio of niche marketing agencies -the kind that are too small for private equity, too owner-dependent for most buyers, and too overlooked for anyone to notice the opportunity hiding inside them. Financing deals creatively. Targeting founders who are ready to move on. And figuring out in real time what it actually takes to merge two similar agencies without torching the clients that made them worth buying in the first place. In this episode, Jaryd sits down with Karl to unpack why small agencies rarely get a real exit -and why that's the opportunity. How Karl showed a seller the actual debt math before making an offer and closed with trust instead of pressure. And what he'd do completely differently if he had to start the integration process over again from day one. Most buyers wait for a clean deal to fall into their lap. Karl just built his own pipeline and went to find it.

AUTORIDADES DE PEMEX Y DE LA SECRETARÍA DE ENERGÍA OFRECIERON UNA CONFERENCIA DE PRENSA EN LA QUE DIERON DETALLES DEL DERRAME DE HIDROCARBURO EN EL GOLFO QUE HA AFECTADO MÁS DE 900 KM DE LITORAL. EL DIRECTOR DE PEMEX, VÍCTOR RODRÍGUEZ, ANUNCIÓ QUE TRES EMPLEADOS FUERON DESPEDIDOS, PUES OCULTARON INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LA FUGA DE CRUDO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks to strong business-buyer fit, Joe Wynn negotiated great terms to acquire a $600k SDE sales & service business.Register for the webinar: Real Estate Issues When Buying a Business - TODAY!! - https://bit.ly/4smYdoQTopics in Joseph's interview:Trading a mid–six-figure salary for business ownershipWanting to “build his own ladder” instead of climbing someone else'sBuying a medical equipment distribution and service companyDesigning and outfitting hospital operating rooms45% net margins on $2M in revenueRaising service prices 20–50% in his first six weeksNavigating “lumpy” project-based revenue cyclesStructuring a $1.35M deal with seller financingPutting only $120K down with no personal guaranteeA post-closing banking freeze that forced him to cover payrollReferences and how to contact Joseph:LinkedInSurgical Specialties of GeorgiaIris Levine on Acquiring Minds: $6m Business, 3 Minutes From Childhood HomeBrian Hartman on Acquiring Minds: The Path from $2.5m to $60m in a Tree BusinessThe ecosystem for serious acquisition entrepreneurs—education, capital, community, and post-close support to buy and grow a business:The Acquisition LabGet a complimentary IT audit of your target business:Email Nick Akers at nick@inzotechnologies.com, and tell him you're a searcherDownload the New CEO's Guide to Human Resources from Aspen HR:From this page or contact jenny@aspenhr.comConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron

In this episode the hosts evaluate a Miami-based architectural sign manufacturer generating roughly $1.9M in seller earnings, debating whether its attractive 3.3x multiple hides customer concentration risk and heavy dependence on the retiring owners' relationships.Business Listing – https://www.bizquest.com/business-for-sale/architectural-sign-manufacturer/BW1920184/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9VrLooking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

In this episode the hosts evaluate a Miami-based architectural sign manufacturer generating roughly $1.9M in seller earnings, debating whether its attractive 3.3x multiple hides customer concentration risk and heavy dependence on the retiring owners' relationships.Business Listing – https://www.bizquest.com/business-for-sale/architectural-sign-manufacturer/BW1920184/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9VrLooking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

In this episode, Bradley sits down with David Barnett, consultant, author, and longtime advisor on buying and selling small businesses. David shares his path from early interest in business to working in Yellow Pages sales, business brokerage, banking, and eventually building a consulting practice focused on helping people buy and sell Main Street and lower middle market companies.They discuss how buyers think about business value, why multiples are only the first pass in evaluating a deal, and what separates a business that is merely profitable from one that is actually sellable. David also explains the difference between SDE and EBITDA, why systems matter so much in a sale, and how terms can be more important than headline price.This conversation moves beyond valuation and into ownership itself. What makes a business attractive to a buyer? How do systems and delegation increase both freedom and enterprise value? And why do so many owners build businesses that only a younger version of themselves could buy?If you care about building a company that is easier to run, easier to grow, and eventually easier to sell, this conversation is for you.Visit https://workshop.blueprintos.com to register for the upcoming Above The Business workshop.Learn more about David Barnett: https://www.investlocalbook.com/ Listen to David Barnett's Small Business podcast: https://www.investlocalbook.com/p/in-media.html Find David Barnett's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=David+C.+Barnett&i=audible&ref=dp_byline_sr_audible_1 Thanks to our sponsorsCoach P ConsultingCoach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner, leading a large and stable team of top-performing professionals. Today, he shares the systems, delegation strategies, and specialization methods he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at:https://www.coachpconsulting.comBe sure to mention you heard about it on the Above The Business Podcast.Autopilot RecruitingAutopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every business day, optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities.https://www.autopilotrecruiting.comMention Above The Business Podcast when you reach out.Direct ClicksDirect Clicks is built by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that drive real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide comprehensive digital marketing support to help your business grow.Exclusive offer for listeners:https://directclicksinc.com/abovethebusinessGet a free marketing campaign audit and actionable recommendations.About Above The BusinessAbove The Business is hosted by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS, and focuses on helping small business owners transition from Rainmaker to Architect by building systems, teams, and operations that scale.

In this episode the hosts talk about buying a 49-year-old California courier business generating $770K in cash flow—but debate whether the 5x multiple is justified given growth limits, customer concentration risk, and potential regulatory threats to its 1099 driver model.Business Listing – https://www.bizquest.com/business-for-sale/profitable-courier-business-for-sale-in-california/BW2474620/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

In this episode the hosts talk about buying a 49-year-old California courier business generating $770K in cash flow—but debate whether the 5x multiple is justified given growth limits, customer concentration risk, and potential regulatory threats to its 1099 driver model.Business Listing – https://www.bizquest.com/business-for-sale/profitable-courier-business-for-sale-in-california/BW2474620/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

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 Blake Hutchison, CEO of Flippa, the world's largest marketplace for buying and selling digital businesses, joins Steve McGarry to unveil Broker AI: a suite of AI-powered tools that's set to transform how small business M&A gets done. From AI agents that source deals and qualify buyers, to automated P&L builders and multilingual deal rooms, this episode breaks down how Flippa is democratising business brokerage for entrepreneurs around the world. 
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Blake Hutchison is the Chief Executive Officer of Flippa, the online marketplace that enables buying and selling of websites, apps, stores, and digital businesses. Since taking the helm in late 2018 as a turnaround CEO, Blake has driven Flippa's growth and led a global team focused on empowering entrepreneurs and small business owners to exit on their terms and own their future.


LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakehutchison/ 

Check Out Flippa's Partner Program - https://flippapartners.com/ 
 
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 Key Moments: 00:00 - Introduction — Blake Hutchison returns to The Exit 00:55 - Why business brokers are the heart of small business M&A 02:30 - Introducing Broker AI and the Certified Flipper Broker Partner Program 04:30 - Who should apply — the ideal broker partner profile 07:43 - Inside the brokerage process: deal sourcing, Lauren AI, and how leads work 09:00 - The P&L Builder: building SDE-adjusted financials for M&A 10:30 - The IM Generator and the 7 agents running on the platform 12:14 - Meet Brian and Lauren — the AI agents with names 14:28 - Going global: why the program is open worldwide 18:00 - Real-world example: Brokerall in Rome and the Italian Amazon FBA community 21:03 - Multilingual deal rooms in action 24:00 - Which asset types are hottest right now: Ecom, YouTube, and what's cooling 25:19 - The state of AI: fear, opportunity, and what Blake built himself this week 31:45 - Where to learn more and how to apply -- The Exit—Presented By Flippa: A 30-minute podcast featuring expert entrepreneurs who have been there and done it. The Exit talks to operators who have bought and sold a business. You'll learn how they did it, why they did it, and get exposure to the world of exits, a world occupied by a small few, but accessible to many. To listen to the podcast or get daily listing updates, click on flippa.com/the-exit-podcast/

Growth is Expensive. Why do businesses seem to hover in the $200k to $400k SDE range?   SMBs are the biggest target for cyber attacks. Protect your business with Inzo Technologies. Check out....www.inzotechnologies.com, I-N-Z-O, or email Nick directly at nick@inzotechnologies.com. ****** Join the last cohort for awhile **How to Buy a Business Live Cohort** - April 2026 https://www.letsbuyabusiness.com/

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes welcomes back valuation and transition expert Kyle Francis, founder and CEO of Professional Transition Strategies. The conversation dives deep into the current landscape of dental practice acquisitions, with a focus on how consolidation, private equity, and practice size are changing the rules of the game. Kyle breaks down valuation methods—SDE vs. EBITDA—and explains why many growing practices may outpace the traditional doctor-to-doctor buyer pool.  They explore what makes a practice "attractive" to institutional buyers, how multiples are really determined, and why the structure of your business (and your exit timeline) can drastically impact your payout. Whether you're thinking about selling in five months or five years, this episode is a masterclass in understanding the financial forces at play in modern dentistry. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://professionaltransition.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

Every business owner exits eventually.But will you do it voluntarily, at peak value, or reactively because you had to?Marvin Karlow focuses on helping founders get maximum market value for their businesses before burnout, bankruptcy, partner disputes, or life events force their hand. In this episode, we break down how business valuation actually works, why most deals die in due diligence, and what it really takes to build a company that buyers compete for.In This Episode, We Cover✅ What Your Business Is Really WorthWe break down EBITDA vs SDE, valuation ranges, and how multiples are determined. You can't control market conditions, but you can control where you fall within the range.✅ Are You Selling a Business… Or a Job?If the company depends on you, buyers discount the multiple. The litmus test? Can you leave for a month without the business breaking.✅ Operational Readiness Drives ValuationIt's not just profit. It's systems, KPIs, team structure, brand equity, and how attractive your operation looks to a buyer.✅ Why Most Deals Die in Due DiligenceLOI is not the finish line. Due diligence is designed to uncover problems. Marvin explains why preparing upfront prevents deals from collapsing.✅ Sell on the Way UpHolding too long often destroys value. Peak performance, strong projections, and upward momentum create the most attractive exit environment.

In this episode, the hosts break down a $1M EBITDA smart home and AV integration business in booming Charlotte, NC—debating whether the real opportunity lies in the electrical add-on and attached $3.5M showroom real estate.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/1-00mm-sde-smart-home-and-av-integration-company-in-charlotte/2365518/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

In this episode, the hosts break down a $1M EBITDA smart home and AV integration business in booming Charlotte, NC—debating whether the real opportunity lies in the electrical add-on and attached $3.5M showroom real estate.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/1-00mm-sde-smart-home-and-av-integration-company-in-charlotte/2365518/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

In this episode the hosts break down a $4.3M SBA‑eligible niche digital marketing agency serving legal clients, exploring its strong growth, high margins, client retainer model, and the risks around leverage and industry uncertainty.Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/listings/15442269/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

In this episode the hosts break down a $4.3M SBA‑eligible niche digital marketing agency serving legal clients, exploring its strong growth, high margins, client retainer model, and the risks around leverage and industry uncertainty.Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/listings/15442269/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

***New Video Alert! It's the holidays, things are quiet, and I thought I'd dig into what real people are posting on Reddit about small business deals. From landscaping to IT consulting, I'm reviewing what's worth buying, what's not, and how to tell if you're just “buying a job.” If you want to learn how to analyze real-world small business deals, this video is for you. Check them out right here: https://youtu.be/fPpKoW3lXxA Cheers See you over on YouTube David C Barnett #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessBuying #BusinessBroker #BusinessBuyerAdvantage #DavidCBarnett **** YouTube Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:30 Why look at small business deals online 02:25 Landscaping business for sale: good buy or just buying a job? 08:40 Breaking down the numbers: profit, SDE & equipment costs 14:55 Second post: employee offered to buy boss's remodeling business 20:10 When it's not really a business—just a job 24:30 How to structure a fair transition with your boss 28:50 Third post: IT consultant trying to sell a one-person firm 34:05 The problem with “businesses” that are really solo practices 38:20 Final thoughts – When small businesses are worth it (and when they're not) **** - Join David's email list so you never miss any new videos or important information or insights, RECEIVE 7 FREE GIFTS!!- https://www.DavidCBarnettList.com **** Do Business with David using these incredible internet links... - David's Blog where you can find hundreds of free videos and articles, https://www.DavidCBarnett.com - Book a call with David and let him help you with your project, https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com - Learn how to buy a successful and profitable business in a risk-controlled way https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com - Get help selling your business, https://www.HowToSellMyOwnBusiness.com - Get better organized in your business, https://www.EasySmallBizSystems.com - Learn to make better cash flow forecasts and write incredibly effective business plans from scratch!, https://www.BizPlanSchool.com - Learn to build an equity asset with insurance! visit https://www.NewBankingSolution.com -Did you sign up for an expensive Merchant Cash Advance for your business and now struggle to make the payments? Find out how you can negotiate your way out at https://www.EndMyMCA.com

The first business Joe Soelberg bought did $400k SDE. The experience and cash flow enabled a second, larger acquisition.Topics in Joe's interview:Leaving corporate for a chance to manage P&LHis toughest pitch was to his wifeAcquiring a 3D design firmPivoting hard during CovidHiring a manager with a design backgroundAcquiring a branding agencyDifference between branding and marketingRetainer model for recurring revenueOffering less than listing priceHis hand-off relationship with his businessesReferences and how to contact Joe:LinkedInPoint B CommunicationsSONNY+ASHMike Curry on Acquiring Minds: It's All Your Fault: How to Become CEO of Your AcquisitionJohannes Hock on Acquiring Minds: Buy and 3x a Project Based Business in Just 2 YearsWork with an SBA loan team focused exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:Pioneer Capital AdvisoryGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamGet a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com and mention Acquiring MindsConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron

Welcome back to TBB aka The Bestie Bonus where our question of the week is What is a Family Secret or Lore that you are the Keeper of? Before getting into our Am I Missing Something? (AIMS) Segment, where a bestie asks us if she should go to her mom with a family secret she has been harboring... does she have a secret sibling somewhere in the world? Give your bestie some advice by commenting!! We will talk to you on Thursday for a very special SDE episode that we cannot wait to share with you!! LOVE YA BYE!! Thanks so much to our sponsor for Today's Episode: LIFEMD Get 50% off the LifeMD Weight Management Program plus free shipping—start your personalized plan online at https://lifemd.com/CREEPS. Need to Call Susan (Angel Wings and Healing Things)? Text Ellen at 704-562-3476 to book!! Make sure to tell her we sent you for a Besties only Special discount!! If you have a Creepy Account of your own you would like to submit, you can go to our Reddit (CreepsandCrimes) or email it to us at CREEPSANDCRIMES.CA@GMAIL.COM Creeps and Crimes Merch: ⁠⁠https://creepsandcrimesmerch.com/⁠⁠ Join our OG Pick Me Cult (Patreon): ⁠⁠https://patreon.com/creepsandcrimes⁠⁠ SUBSCRIBE AND SUPPORT WHEREVER YOU GET YOUR PODCASTS: - Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creeps-and-crimes/id1533194848⁠⁠ - Spotify: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0v2kntCCfdQOSeMNnGM2b6?si=bf5c137913dd4af7⁠⁠ - Youtube: ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@creepsandcrimespodcast?si=e6Lwuw6qvsEPBHzG⁠⁠ Business Inquiries please contact Management: ⁠⁠maggie@MRHentertainment.com⁠⁠ FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS: Creeps and Crimes Podcast - Insta: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/creepsandcrimespodcast/?hl=en⁠⁠ - Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/creepsandcrimespodcast/⁠⁠ - TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@creepsandcrimes⁠⁠ Taylar Jane (True Crime Host) - Insta: @Taylarj - TikTok (True Crime Channel): @TaylarJane98 - TikTok (Personal): @TaylarJane1 Morgan Harris (Paranormal & Conspiracy Host) - Insta: @morgg.m - Tiktok: @morgg.m Want More Info? Check out our Website: ⁠⁠www.creepsandcrimespodcast.com⁠⁠ Send Us Mail & Fan Art to our PO Box!!! CREEPS AND CRIMES PODCAST PO BOX 11523 KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37939 Have a Creepy Account You'd like to share and be featured on the Podcast? Email it to: ⁠⁠CreepsAndCrimes.CA@gmail.com⁠⁠ Submit it through the Portal on our Website (Listed above) or Post in on our Reddit Thread with the tag "creepy account" Love our TBB episodes and want to get in on the Action or submit an AIMS? Head over to our Reddit Community: @creepsandcrimes Need to contact us or request sources? Email us at ⁠⁠creepsandcrimespodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode the hosts dive into a $4.5M, 12‑bed Los Angeles drug and alcohol rehab facility deal with $4M revenue and $1M SDE, unpacking utilization trends, regulatory risks (MSO/CPOM), and why it might not be a compelling acquisition as‑is.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/drug-and-alcohol-rehabilitation-facilities/2447669/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

Patrick Dichter is such a fun guest and entrepreneur to have on. His wealth of knowledge is so valuable. You will not be disappointed in this episode. Podcast Nuggies: Grew Apple Tree from ~$1.2M rev / ~$330k SDE to ~$4.5M in 4 years—non-CPA owner. Pipeline: ~500 cold emails → ~20 calls → 6 LOIs → 1 close; personalize & call now. Target "professional services" (non-licensed) so non-CPA ownership works. Structures: SBA + cash + seller notes; two fully seller-financed; carve-out was best. Lessons: first deal is hardest; change management is tough; precision matters.   Join the How to Buy a Business Cohort  https://www.letsbuyabusiness.com/   SMBs are the biggest target for cyber attacks.  Protect your business with Inzo Technologies. Check out....www.inzotechnologies.com, I-N-Z-O, or email Nick directly at nick@inzotechnologies.com.     Appletree Business Services - https://appletreebusiness.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/pdichter Inspired or Acquired -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inspired-or-acquired/id1741345654

Dave Gilbert spent 2 years fixing the model and customer concentration of the $750k SDE family business he bought with SBA debt.Topics in Dave's interview:Leaving tech to buy a white collar businessMeeting with 120 owners while searchingBuying a business he initially passed onRisks of family members as employeesFinancial surprises after the transitionLosing 23% of revenue when clients leftAccountants do not like changeRecruiting top talentImportance of listening to employeesTransferring his zero-to-one skillsReferences and how to contact Dave:ProvenLinkedInGet a complimentary IT audit of your target business:Email Nick Akers at nick@inzotechnologies.com, and tell him you're a searcherLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:The Acquisition LabGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron

At 13 years old, Ishtar Howell survived a devastating car accident that took his mother's life and shattered his fear of death. His NDE (Near Death Experience) is unusual and the story also includes a SDE (shared death experience) when his mother dies.Moments before impact, time seemed to slow as he slipped out of his body (OBE) into a profound life review, encountered a loving, omniscient presence, and discovered that everything—even pain and trauma—was held within a vast field of love. In this conversation with host, Eric Bennett, Ishtar shares how this near death experience (NDE) transformed his grief, dissolved his fear of death, ignited mystical awareness, and eventually led him to a life as a monk and meditation teacher. He offers a grounded, hopeful message: you don't have to nearly die to touch the “deathless” part of yourself.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/JHkeZfxMPuY______________Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in YOU at https://www.rula.com/roundtrip/Coupon Code: roundtrip______________RoundTripDeath.comDonate to this podcast: https://www.roundtripdeath.com/support/Ishtar: https://www.ascension-meditation.com/ https://www.awakenedlightastrology.com/

In this episode, the hosts dissect a $17.5M electrolyte powder Amazon FBA brand with 86% margins and 20K subscribers—debating whether it's a goldmine or a marketing death spiral in disguise.Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/listings/16065383/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

NDE vs SDE. In this moving conversation, Eric talks with Amber Kasic about the night she accompanied her father as he was dying in 2020 and unexpectedly experienced what's known as a shared death experience (SDE) — a spiritually transformative moment in which she felt her father's soul transition before his physical body died.In this SDE, Amber describes holding her father's hand in hospice, dropping into pure love and surrender, and suddenly feeling a powerful, "whooshing" presence move through her body, down her arm, and into her father — along with the unshakable knowing: “We are eternally bonded.” That NDE/SDE moment erased her fear of death, changed her view of the soul, and ultimately led her to serve others as an evidential medium and end-of-life coach.She and Eric also talk about why some souls seem to “leave” before the last breath, terminal lucidity (or “the surge”), how families can better meet death as sacred instead of terrifying, and how her dad later proved his continued presence to her mom…with pudding. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/wcjC4ZXF5C8Amber: https://www.natureswayopen.com/RoundTripDeath.comDonate to this podcast: https://www.roundtripdeath.com/support/

Undeterred by self doubt, Danyelle Nys bought a $400k SDE business at a fantastic price. She's grown it 25% in year one.Topics in Danyelle's interview:Working in her family's asphalt businessLearning about ETA from a masterclassHiring a coach for the search processBuying a business for the price of inventory + working capitalThe seller was running it remotelyRaising prices and salaries after acquisitionDealing with an obstinate commercial landlordMoving 14,000 sq ft of inventory to a new warehouseHiring her mom as the bookkeeper“F*** your mood. Follow the plan.”References and how to contact Danyelle:LinkedInDecorus Home StagingKyle Boyden & Jake Furfaro on Acquiring Minds: Stacking Small Acquisitions to $5m in RevenueGet a complimentary IT audit of your target business:Email Nick Akers at nick@inzotechnologies.com, and tell him you're a searcherLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:The Acquisition LabWork with an SBA loan team focused exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:Pioneer Capital AdvisoryConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron

A long-standing Northeastern Ohio pool service company with ~$1.95M revenue and ~$454k EBITDA is up for sale at ~3x SDE, sparking debate on seasonality, retail real estate, and debt structures in a niche where private equity rarely ventures.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/pool-service-company-in-northeastern-ohio/2332791/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

Recapping all the action from this past weekends World Cup in Santiago Del Estero including Arthur and Saya's dominating performances, Gonzalo's ability to come out of no where and podium every year in SDE, Laura's questionable pass on Molly, and plenty more bs in between. Enjoy! #Chatter

Register for the webinar: Employee Issues & Non-Competes When Buying a Business - Thu Sep 18th - https://bit.ly/4mbU9EIJerod Pierce bought an HVAC business with $500k of SDE. Five years later, private equity was desperate to buy him out.Topics in Jerod's interview:Challenging upbringing in foster careAdaptability as a survival skillJoining the investment club in collegeGetting his MBA from Harvard Business SchoolLearning about ETA from Rick and RoyceSearching only in Seattle by cold callingBuying HVAC before it was coolValue of being there every dayExiting for $90 million-ishHis nightmare second acquisitionReferences and how to contact Jerod:LinkedInOlympic Holdings InvestmentsWork with an SBA loan team focused exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:Pioneer Capital AdvisoryGet a complimentary IT audit of your target business:Email Nick Akers at nick@inzotechnologies.com, and tell him you're a searcherGet a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com and mention Acquiring MindsConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron

The Sponsors We want to thank Underground Printing for starting this and making it possible—stop by and pick up some gear, check them out at ugpmichiganapparel.com, or check out our selection of shirts on the MGoBlogStore.com. And let's not forget our associate sponsors: Peak Wealth Management, Matt Demorest - Realtor and Lender, Ann Arbor Elder Law, Michigan Law Grad, Human Element, Sharon's Heating & Air Conditioning, The Sklar Brothers, Winewood Organics, Community Pest Solutions, Radecki Oral Surgery, Long Road Distillers, and SignalWire where we are recording this. Featured Musician: Jim Cherewick THE VIDEO: [After THE JUMP: Things discussable.]  --------------------- 1. CMU Preview: Offense starts at noon They rotate a LOT. Get ready for two offensive lines, three quarterbacks, and a lot of Iowa from the former Army OL coach whose YouTube clinics have been a staple of my learning diet. Fullbacks! 2. CMU Preview: Defense starts around 15:02 MAC version of Hutch, or a poor man's Braden McGregor is Holdman, the SDE who has to play B-gaps because they don't have the size. They're in a 404 Tite and they're aggressive, so expect something like the Army 2019 game. 3. Oklahoma After Review: Offense starts around 26:10 What it looked like on first watch. Frustrating that we don't have answers for Dantonio stuff. Felt like Hoke era offense. OL was okay save for Zack Marshall; he wasn't ready and we missed Marlin Klein. RBs were not pressing gaps, Haynes missed blocks in pass pro. 4. Oklahoma After Review: Defense starts at 44:43 Couldn't fit the QB run game. A lot of that was unbalanced, and Michigan didn't use the same response to that as usual, probably because Jayden Sanders was at corner and they didn't want him to be the free safety. Some Dammit Wink but I expect Guy to chip. Weirdly bad games from Benny, Guy, Moore. A little worried that Tre Williams still thinks he's a Clemson d-tackle.  Featured Artist: Jim Cherewick A local artist, writer, and musician, Jim Cherewick has been involved in a lot of projects around town—Gymsee, False Figures, Best Exes, Piner, Wicker Chairs, and Congress. I discovered him because I liked his watercolors, and then saw he's playing at the Pig with Cattywampus in October so I started checking out his stuff and have been writing to it all week. It's all indie but all sounds different—the best way I can describe it is you start with a guy and a Fender and add a My Bloody Valentine slider that goes all the way up (Congress) or down (Wicker Chairs). I chose a spread to show what I mean. I'm still in discovery mode here but hope you'll join me. Songs: "Death Wagon"—Jim Cherewick "Urgency"—Wicker Chairs "Pile of Me"—Congress Also because Across 110th Street will get our Youtubes taken down, the opener and outro: “The Employee is Not Afraid”—Bear vs. Shark “Ruska Vodka”—Motorboat

Chenee Fournier has had a lifetime of Spiritual Experiences. From Shared Death Experiences with Pets, to lessons in living and dying, Chenee has a lot of insight to offer. Today, Chenee is a spiritual mentor empowering others to recognize their innate divinity, embrace sovereignty, and live joyfully by weaving together her rich experiences. For more about Chenee visit: https://cheneefournier.com For more about Kirsty visit: www.kirsty@kirstysalisbury.com

In this episode the hosts break down a surprisingly solid liquor store deal in Washington, DC, questioning whether a 3x multiple and $500K SDE is too good to be true.Business Listing – https://www.tworld.com/buy-a-business/listings/80yrs-old-sba-appd-profitable-corner-liquor-biz-in-nw-dc-Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

In this episode, the hosts analyze a Colorado gun range and retail shop listed at $2M, diving into regulatory risks, slim margins, and whether the business is worth its heavy inventory investment.Business Listing – https://www.tworld.com/agents/charleymitchell/listings/turnkey-and-established-gun-range-and-shopWelcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

In this episode, the hosts unpack a 70-year-old South Carolina sandwich business supplying gas stations and vending machines—and debate whether its low margins and high complexity make it a hidden gem or a money pit.Business Listing – https://mergerscorp.com/property/70-years-old-american-producer-and-wholesaler-of-pre-packaged-foods/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.