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In today’s episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Mills, Bill, and Heather take a deep dive into a quirky business, a custom aquarium manufacturing company out of Atlanta. They discuss how this unique shop pulls in over half a million in revenue by crafting bespoke aquariums for luxury homes and businesses. Also, they talked about ideas on how the company could scale, whether this niche market has room to grow, or if it's too specialized. It’s the perfect listen if you're into unusual business ventures or just curious about the aquarium world. Hope you enjoy it!

Check out the listing here: https://www.sunbeltatlanta.com/atlanta-businesses-for-sale/manufacturer-of-custom-aquariums?utm_source=acquanon.com&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep-298

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• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers

• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads

• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

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In this episode, we dive into the details of a $7.5 million acquisition deal involving a renowned American brand of vacuum cleaners and blowers. We also discussed the brand's reputation, market presence, and available financial figures. This was one of those episodes where they all agreed to buy this business together and you shouldn’t miss it.

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Show Notes:

00:00 Intro

03:27 A Vacuum Cleaner & Blowers Deals

05:29 Analyzing this deal

10:33 What we like about this business

18:00 We found this business

22:14 How the business makes money

23:15 Should we buy this deal?

26:18 The downside of this business?

28:13 Final thoughts and details

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In this episode we make a pause to we celebrate our 300th show. We get nostalgic, reflecting on the journey from our rough first podcast to now, with a higher quality production. We dive into some cool business talks, share laughs over memorable moments, and discuss insights from our listeners. It’s a chill session, just catching up and having fun. Hope you enjoy this episode with us.

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Want to find out more? Go to go.boopos.com/michaelgirdley, sign up, and get qualified to sell your business or find your next deal.

Learn how to buy a business.

If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:

You will learn:

• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍

• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers

• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads

• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Heather, and Mills get into a preschool and daycare business up for sale in LA with an asking price of $1.4 million. They discuss everything from its stellar reputation to the real challenges of daycare management, like licensing, labor markets, and what it really takes to run a daycare keeping little humans happy and healthy. Hope you enjoy it

Check out the listing here: https://www.bizbuysell.com/Business-Opportunity/a-mission-driven-daycare-and-preschool-real-estate-included/2179478/

Thanks to this week's sponsor, Plane:

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Learn how to buy a business.

If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:

You will learn:

• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍

• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers

• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads

• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Advertise with us by clicking here

• Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel.
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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, and Heather review a Florida-based service business deal generating $12M in revenue from well drilling, pest control, and lawn care.

With $2.4M EBITDA and the inclusion of $1M real estate. Heather also gave us great insights about the potential complexities of financing the acquisition. If you are considering a multifaceted business, you should tune in!

Join Michael and Heather’s lecture here: https://lu.ma/xvvv7ir7?utm_source=audio&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=aa-podcast

Check out the listing here: https://gottesman-company.com/active_sellers/s-919-8-dbn/?utm_source=acquanon.com&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep-298

Thanks to this week's sponsor, CloudBookkeeping:

CloudBookkeeping offers adaptable solutions to businesses that want to focus on growth with a “client service first” approach. They offer a full suite of accounting services, including sophisticated reporting, QuickBooks software solutions, and full-service payroll options.

Learn how to buy a business.

If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:

You will learn:

• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍

• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers

• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads

• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Advertise with us by clicking here

• Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel.
• Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show!
• Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations.

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, we dive into a pest control e-commerce deal. Michael, Bill, and Mills unpack everything about this eco-friendly mosquito zapper business, from its $2 million asking price to the risks of banking everything on one popular product. It’s real talk on what it's like to run a niche online business. If you're into e-commerce or just curious about how a single product can make such a big impact, this episode is for you.

Check out the listing here: https://www.websiteclosers.com/businesses/pest-control-ecommerce-brand-practical-ecofriendly-solutions-140-aov-200-000-average-monthly-visitors-100-000-email-subs-strong-team-in-place/109592

Thanks to this week's sponsor, Plane:

Expand your team globally with Plane’s payroll and HR platform. Easily hire, onboard, and pay employees and contractors worldwide. Manage US and international payroll, benefits, and compliance efficiently. Plane automates payments and ensures tax compliance across over 240 countries. Learn more at plane.com/aapodcast.

Learn how to buy a business.

If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:

You will learn:

• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍

• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers

• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads

• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Advertise with us by clicking here

• Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel.
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In this episode, we found a South Carolina-based steel fabrication company business for sale. Making $12.5 million in revenue and a cash flow of $1.6 million. We then talked about company's potential for expansion, its reliance on cyclical construction projects, and the crucial role of relationships with general contractors and financing challenges, particularly through SBA loans, providing valuable insights into business acquisitions in the steel fabrication sector.

Check out the listing here: https://www.bizbuysell.com/Business-Opportunity/Structural-and-Ornamental-Steel-Fabrication/2183028/?utm_source=acquanon.com&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep-296

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Acquisition Lab and their team have been longtime supporters of the pod.

Acquisition Lab exists to help people buy a business and navigate all the complexities of the process, as well as provide a trusted framework, tools, and resources to support you from search to close.

If you are serious about buying a business, check out acquisitionlab.com or email the Lab's director Chelsea Wood, chelsea@buythenbuild.com and mention us ;)

Learn how to buy a business.

If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course:

You will learn:

• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍

• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers

• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads

• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Show notes:

00:00 Intro

02:57 How the Steel Fabrication Business works

10:13 How to deal with the market?

Revenue and Margin Potential in the Industry

16:04 Financing for this industry

22:39 Alternative Financing Options

26:04 Who should buy this deal?

28:48 Valuation and Interest in the Business

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