Chelsea Lynn Wood, Director at Acquisition Lab, joins to discuss a unique $3.5M comedy club listing in Florida. The duo explores the financial success of the club with over $750K in cash flow, despite concerns over the absence of real estate in the deal. They weigh the risks and potential upsides of buying a bar functioning as a comedy venue. With insights into the dynamics of the comedy business, including revenue from liquor sales and ticket splits, they dive into what kind of buyer would fit this quirky opportunity.
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Buying Events, Not Real Estate
You buy the comedy club's booked events and customer list, not the property or venue itself.
The venue is leased and acts as a bar-with-entertainment rather than a unique real estate asset.
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Talent Networks Are Key Assets
Comedy clubs rely heavily on managerial relationships to maintain a funnel of talent.
Booking acts and owning their customer email list are key assets beyond the venue itself.
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Real Estate Adds Economic Moat
Real estate ownership provides a strong economic moat and appreciation potential.
Without owning property, the club relies solely on business and lease terms, making it riskier.
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A thriving Florida comedy club hits the market—does the $3.5M asking price make any sense?
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In this episode, Michael and Chelsea dig into a unique listing: a thriving comedy club in South Florida with over $750K in cash flow and a $3.5M price tag. The business boasts a full liquor license, a 300-seat venue with all-new chairs and tech upgrades, and a 10-year lease—but does it justify the steep multiple without owning the real estate? The duo debate the hidden risks, potential upside, and what kind of buyer this business would actually be perfect for. It’s a deep dive into what it really means to buy a bar-with-a-stage in a strip mall.
Key Highlights:
🏢 Business Overview: Comedy club with $3M in annual revenue, $750K cash flow, asking $3.5M
🍸 Core Revenue Drivers: Liquor sales and ticket splits—not the acts themselves
📉 Real Estate Concern: Business doesn't own the property, raising questions about valuation
🤝 Booking + Promotion: Importance of talent relationships and email list ownership
📈 Competitive Landscape: Competing with national chains and music venues for comedy talent
🪑 Asset Value: What are you really buying—just some new chairs and a video wall?
🧠 Buyer Fit: Why this deal might be a dream—or a nightmare—depending on the operator
⚠️ Deal Risk: Low barrier to entry and possible overvaluation make this a tough sell
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