Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operating

The hosts discuss the potential purchase of a struggling beverage canning plant in Washington, analyzing the business's financials and lease situation. They explore the challenges of negotiating lease terms in commercial real estate deals and the impact of SBA loan requirements. Potential strategies for a buyer are considered, such as partnering with the current owner or buying specific equipment. The rise of mobile canning services and changes in the microbrewery industry are discussed as factors affecting the business's struggle. They also delve into the complexities of acquiring and reviving a struggling business.

Challenges of closing deals with SBA lenders in December, potential business opportunity in medical trailer manufacturing and reconditioning, booming industry of mobile MRI trailers, operating a business connected to a hospital, understanding core services in business acquisition.

Podcast hosts discuss a water park in Georgia listed for sale for $4.5mm, with conflicting suggestions of valuing it or tearing it down. They question the owner's motivation and propose partnering with a real estate developer. Topics include strategies for finding deals, analyzing financials, and potential uses for the property.

The hosts review an e-commerce deal with stable revenue and profit margin. They discuss the potential for growth and realistic pricing. The podcast explores an eco-friendly pet crate and speculates on other furniture products. They also talk about marketplace businesses, challenges of e-commerce loans, and advantages of acquiring old businesses.

The podcast delves into the details of a 420-acre farm in Maui that is for sale. They discuss the plants, fruits, asking price, and location of the farm. They also explore the potential for marijuana farming on the land and the challenges faced by the industry. The chapter also touches on tax structures, selling businesses, and the development potential of the property in Hawaii.

Michael Girdley and Heather Endresen discuss the potential acquisition of a septic services company in Montana. They analyze the company's market leader status and high demand for septic services, but acknowledge the limited buyer pool for such a niche business. The podcast also covers topics like gut biome and its impact on health, the influence of food choices on obesity, and the profitability of businesses in Montana.

Topics discussed include a disaster recovery and restoration business for sale in Canada, challenges of operating in a Canadian market, dynamics of the disaster remediation industry, difficulties for American buyers in purchasing Canadian businesses, advantages of the business-friendly environment in America, and understanding cultural differences when conducting business in foreign countries.

This episode covers the intriguing deal of a $25 million career college in Pennsylvania with a cash flow of $6.2 million. They discuss the programs offered, regulatory risks, and customer concentration. They also explore expanding into computer programming and cybersecurity. Other topics include SBA deals, the 90-10 rule, hidden customer concentration, payor risk, and the value of acquiring a college. The hosts question the college's listing on Biz by Sell and express excitement for the deal.

The hosts discuss a unique business opportunity involving a mobile bespoke suit franchise specializing in LSU-themed clothing. They raise questions about the business's sustainability and low asking price relative to cash flow. They explore the potential profitability and target market for selling LSU branded suits, emphasizing the benefits of networking within the LSU community. They also analyze a seemingly low-value deal that reveals intriguing aspects and share unrelated anecdotes about LSU games and food preferences.

The hosts discuss Twitter drama and the importance of verifying information on social media. They explore a business selling money counting machines and its connection to drug dealing. They also discuss the declining use of money counting machines and the challenges of buying businesses at different growth stages. Additionally, they delve into the impact of government contracting on businesses and the clash between government contractor ethos and commercial operations.