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Rural broadband - Sticky customers or sticky situation? - Acquisitions Anonymous 284

Mar 29, 2024

Heather and Bill delve into the challenges of buying a rural broadband provider in Utah, citing competition from Starlink and doubts about government subsidies. They question the scalability of the business and suggest it may be better suited for acquisition within a roll-up strategy. The episode sheds light on the risks and complexities of the broadband industry, focusing on customer acquisition and regulatory factors.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Transition to Remote Work, Amenities, and Internet Service Provider Acquisition

02:24 • 2min

Analysis of a Broadband Service Provider for Sale in Utah

04:06 • 2min

Analysis of Business Opportunity in Infrastructure Engineering Design and Real Estate Ownership

06:15 • 2min

Navigating Challenges in Rural Broadband Expansion

08:03 • 11min

Challenges and Strategies in Rural Broadband Industry Acquisition

19:05 • 9min

In the episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Heather and Bill discuss a rural broadband provider in Utah. The company is listed for $3 million with $340,000 cash flow and claims to offer cheaper infrastructure. However, the hosts express skepticism due to emerging competition from Starlink and uncertainty about government subsidies. They question the business's scalability and suggest it may be better suited for acquisition within a roll-up strategy. Overall, they highlight the risks and challenges in the broadband industry, emphasizing the importance of customer acquisition and regulatory factors.

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