Maximizing Tax Savings and the Influence of Podcasts on Business Acquisitions

14 months ago, Russ Hadlock bought an auto glass business with $2.3m in sales. Today he is struggling to keep it alive.

Topics in Russ’s interview:

• Inventing the Peloton handlebar tray
• His life-changing exit from his company
• Looking for stability and safety through acquisition
• Fear of buying a company that was too big to operate
• Expenses skyrocketing after transition
• Impact of asset purchase on rent and insurance costs
• Layoffs and belt tightening
• Renegotiating his SBA loan
• Consolidating locations as a Hail Mary
• Need to get a job while still owning the business

References and how to contact Russ:

• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• AutoGlass Clinic & Mobile Radio

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