

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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Jul 16, 2024 • 38min
Is this $5M AI Assistant for Calendly a Smart Buy? - Acquisitions Anonymous 315
Bill and Heather review a $5 million AI calendar assistant that integrates with Calendly, discussing tough competition, marketing strategies, and challenges of financing. They talk about loan ratios, interest rates, growth potential, and business partnerships. The podcast explores the challenges of buying software, sustainability of AI assistants, niche markets, B2B partnerships, and financing considerations.

Jul 12, 2024 • 43min
Is Buying a Celebrity Bourbon Business for $3M Worth It? - Acquisitions Anonymous 314
Exploring the risks and rewards of investing in a celebrity bourbon business, including discussions on celebrity endorsements, distribution strategies, and the challenges of the alcohol industry. The episode also touches on 360 deals in entertainment, negotiating tactics, and leveraging social media trends for marketing success.

Jul 9, 2024 • 34min
Buying a Butane Filling Business for $4.5 Million - Acquisitions Anonymous 313
Three hosts debate the merits of buying a butane-filling business for $4.5 million, analyzing cash flow, real estate value, risks, and rewards. They discuss growth potential, scalability, and the importance of diversifying customer base to mitigate risks in business acquisitions.

Jul 5, 2024 • 30min
Buying A $1.95M Agricultural Aviation Business (BIG MISTAKE) - Acquisitions Anonymous 312
Discussion on the challenges of buying a $1.95M agricultural aviation business, exploring the complexities of the industry, securing loans, importance of skilled operators, and feasibility of drones in aerial crop dusting

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Jul 2, 2024 • 36min
Is the Smash My Trash Franchise Really Worth $2.9M? - Acquisitions Anonymous 311
Heather Endresen and Mills Snell evaluate a $2.9M Smash My Trash franchise, discussing numbers, technology, and worth. They analyze challenges in acquiring a franchise, working with lenders, and valuing a business. Debates include route density, proprietary technology, and market viability for potential buyers.

Jun 28, 2024 • 29min
$5.5M EBITDA Artificial Turf Deal: The Grass Might Be Greener - Acquisitions Anonymous 310
Acquisitions Anonymous delves into a $5.5M EBITDA artificial turf deal, highlighting market potential and lessons for buyers. They explore the acquisition opportunity, discuss seller transition challenges, and announce a website revamp for past deals. The episode also touches on a trip to Rancho Mirage and unique sights at the Salton Sea.

Jun 25, 2024 • 41min
We found a $1.2 Million Cardio Drumming Business for Sale: Sound deal or just noise? Acquisitions Anonymous 309
Chelsea Wood discusses a $1.2 million Cardio Drumming 'SaaS' business focusing on its unique fitness trend, global expansion plans, challenges in sales and business performance, distribution network importance, IP protection, and business valuation considerations.

Jun 21, 2024 • 28min
Asian Specialty Food Distributor going from $3.9M to $6.8M - Acquisitions Anonymous 308
The podcast discusses the growth strategies of an Asian specialty food distributor in North America, focusing on increasing product offerings and enhancing sales channels. They explore working capital management, inventory challenges, and the impact of excess cash on acquisitions. The episode also covers transitioning to industrial food distribution and the complexities faced in the current market climate.

Jun 18, 2024 • 27min
A $2.5M EBITDA Bathroom Partition Business in California For Sale - Acquisitions Anonymous 307
Discover a $11 million business deal in Orange County for high-end bathroom partitions with $2.5 million EBITDA. Explore the intricate manufacturing process, technology, and financial performance of the business. Learn about the competitive bid process and potential growth opportunities.

Jun 14, 2024 • 30min
We Found a $3.8M Elite Real Estate Network for sale - Acquisitions Anonymous 306
The hosts review a lucrative deal on a real estate network for sale with strong revenue. They analyze the business model, growth potential, and membership structure. Discussions include compliance risks in real estate investor networks and legal advice. The risks, operating expenses, growth, and customer loyalty challenges in business acquisition are also explored.


