

Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operating
Bill D'Alessandro, Mills Snell, Heather Endresen, and Michael Girdley
Jump into the world of business acquisitions with hosts Bill D'Alessandro, Mills Snell, Heather Endresen, and Michael Girdley. We review real businesses for sale in each episode, providing expert insights, strategies, and tips to make savvy business moves like the pros. Perfect for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone interested in buying and selling businesses.
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Oct 7, 2025 • 38min
Buying a Viral Cat Video Empire? Think Twice Before You Do
Joining the discussion is Travis from Capital Pad, a specialist in SEO and digital acquisitions. He dives into a viral cat-content platform boasting 3.9M Facebook followers and impressive profit margins. The crew debates the challenges of replicating such SEO success today and unpacks the risks associated with algorithm-dependent assets. They explore monetization strategies beyond banner ads and evaluate the impact of AI on content creation. The conversation also touches on innovative financing structures to alleviate purchase risks.

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Oct 3, 2025 • 22min
KidStrong Franchise Deal: Smart Buy or Overpriced Risk?
Delve into the analysis of a $5.1 million portfolio of KidStrong gyms in Texas. The hosts evaluate its valuation and whether this youth fitness franchise is a smart investment or fraught with operational challenges. They discuss the financials, including revenue and EBITDA, and explore the implications of geographic dispersion between Austin and Houston. With insights into potential underperforming units, they weigh the risks versus rewards and determine a fair price in light of management hurdles.

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Sep 30, 2025 • 26min
How This Restoration Franchise Makes Nearly $500K Profit
Discover the intriguing world of content restoration with a deep dive into a thriving franchise in Charlotte, NC. The hosts explore the unique dynamics of a high-margin business facing unpredictable revenue cycles. Learn about the critical role of referrals, staffing challenges, and the importance of quick operational responses in restoration services. They also discuss the financial intricacies of cash flow and the business's valuation, highlighting the balance between growth potential and risks in this niche market.

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Sep 26, 2025 • 30min
This RV Training Business Prints $3M a Year
The hosts delve into a lucrative RV technician school generating $9.5M in revenue and $2.85M in profit. They discuss the significant regulatory barriers, including VA program approvals and specialized facilities that create a competitive moat. Key revenue streams from training programs and the crucial real estate aspects impact valuation. Insights on student demographics and the risks tied to VA funding highlight the program's complexities. Overall, they assess the business as a promising venture with careful attention to buyer structure and market dynamics.

Sep 23, 2025 • 33min
How a Niche SEO Site Prints 95% Margins
Discover the intriguing world of DudeRanch.com, a niche marketplace raking in $50K profit with minimal costs. The hosts explore its unique revenue model, charging ranches $575 annually while boasting a staggering 95% profit margin. They share growth strategies like rate increases and concierge services, and discuss the site's powerful SEO advantage. Tune in for insights on valuing such a gem in the digital landscape and the potential risks posed by AI. It's a captivating mix of business acumen and lifestyle entrepreneurship!

Sep 19, 2025 • 31min
You DON'T Want to Buy This $15M Healthcare Call Center Business
The hosts delve into a lucrative $15M healthcare call center, revealing it has a formidable $4M EBITDA but significant risks. They highlight a concerning 92% dependency on insurer clients and discuss the challenges of staffing and attrition in this industry. The conversation touches on potential AI disruptions and a lengthy cash cycle tied to $2.9M in accounts receivable. Ultimately, they deliver a cautious verdict on the investment's viability, leaning toward a thumbs-down due to these complexities.

Sep 16, 2025 • 32min
This Horse Training School Built a Massive Social Media Following - Now It's For Sale?!
The hosts explore a profitable equestrian training school in Idaho, emphasizing its robust financial success and unique model. They dive into innovative strategies that leverage local horse owners' animals, enhancing both sustainability and profitability. Concerns about the school's future are raised, particularly regarding its dependence on a famous founder. The discussion also covers enrollment challenges, social media marketing advantages, and the intriguing prospect of expanding operations internationally. Tune in for insights on merging passion with business savvy in the equine industry!

Sep 12, 2025 • 32min
The $6.5M OnlyFans AI Empire For Sale
Mike Botkin, a savvy entrepreneur and Twitter personality, joins to unravel the intriguing world of a $6.5M AI-driven OnlyFans agency. They discuss the agency's impressive $4.5M revenue, weighing its groundbreaking business model against the ethical dilemmas in the adult industry. The conversation highlights the lucrative potential for aspiring entrepreneurs in this $6.6 billion market while addressing challenges posed by AI disruption. There's a deep dive into the complexities of revenue, talent management, and the evolving landscape of adult content creation.

Sep 9, 2025 • 28min
Would You Risk Millions on This IV Clinic Franchise?
Mike Botkin, a former landscaping business owner who grew his company through acquisitions, joins the discussion on a questionable $12M IV therapy franchise deal in Midland, Texas. The conversation dives into the dubious math, regulatory hurdles, and marketing gimmicks surrounding this emerging market. They humorously explore the viability of the franchise model versus the saturated med spa industry, while shedding light on the potential health boom driven by local oil wealth. Skepticism around the investment's profitability adds a critical edge to the analysis.

Sep 5, 2025 • 33min
This Golf Club Could Make $600K a Year… Or Bankrupt You
The hosts dive into a $4.6M golf course deal fraught with red flags, including dubious financials and a curious connection to Blackwater. They explore the emotional bonds formed in sports, comparing golf and cycling club cultures. The conversation highlights the luxurious equestrian fashion trend and its high costs, alongside the emotional connections in shared challenges. Investment insights raise concerns over the club’s profitability and missing documentation, prompting discussions on the complexities of evaluating such business acquisitions.