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

By: Bill D'Alessandro Mills Snell Heather Endresen and Michael Girdley
  • Summary

  • 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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Episodes
  • Why Everyone Wants in on This In-Home Senior Care Franchise
    Nov 22 2024

    Exploring the Business of In-Home Senior Care | Acquisitions Anonymous Episode 349

    In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, we dive into the world of in-home senior care franchises. Our guest, franchise consultant Connor Groce, joins us to dissect a $5M senior care business for sale, analyzing its strengths, risks, and growth potential.

    📌 Key Highlights:

    - Franchise Insights: How being part of a national franchise network can help with client trust, recruitment, and government contracts.

    - Financial Breakdown: $5M asking price, $5.7M revenue, and $1.2M cash flow—does this deal make sense?

    - Growth Opportunities: The challenges of scaling within a defined franchise territory and exploring adjacent markets.

    - Operational Complexity: Managing a people-intensive business while navigating regulatory hurdles and payer risks.

    - We also discuss the pros and cons of government contracts, private pay relationships, and the nuanced dynamics of franchise territories.

    🔗 Resources Mentioned:

    Acquisition Lab: Accelerating your path to buying a business. Learn more at www.acquisitionlab.com.

    VISO Business Capital: Find the best SBA loan for your business acquisition at www.visocap.net.

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    33 mins
  • Amazon FBA Business for Sale: Supplements Generating $1M Annual Profit
    Nov 19 2024

    In Episode 348 of Acquisitions Anonymous, we dive into a fascinating e-commerce deal: an Amazon FBA health and wellness supplements business. This business generates over $1M in annual EBITDA while operating just 15 hours a week. With its concentrated revenue from three SKUs and heavy reliance on Amazon as a channel, we explore the risks and rewards of acquiring such a focused operation.

    🔑 Key Highlights:

    - Amazon Dependency: 96% of sales from Amazon, with one SKU accounting for 80% of revenue.
    - Growth Opportunities: Potential to expand into retail (GNC interest) and other Amazon markets.
    - Seller Financing: Why this business doesn’t qualify for SBA financing and what that means for buyers.

    💡 Takeaways:

    - The challenge of moving a brand off Amazon.
    - The risks of concentration in SKUs and sales channels.
    - How buyers can structure deals to mitigate these risks.

    👨‍💻 Sponsors:

    Acquisition Lab: Created by Walker Deibel, author of Buy Then Build, Acquisition Lab is the leading accelerator for serious buyers looking to acquire a business. Learn more at AcquisitionLab.com or email Chelsea Wood directly at chelsea@buythenbuild.com.

    HoldCo Conference 2025: The premier event for learning how to manage multiple businesses. Join us in Utah next spring at an all-inclusive mountain resort. Visit HoldCoConference.com.

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    33 mins
  • Is a Harley-Davidson Dealership a Good Investment?
    Nov 15 2024

    In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, hosts Heather Endresen, Bill D'Alessandro, Michael Girdley, Mills Snell, and special guest Chelsea Wood from Acquisition Lab take on a unique deal—a Harley-Davidson dealership listed at $8.6 million with $2.1 million in EBITDA.

    This episode is sponsored by Connor Groce – your go-to franchise consultant, helping prospective owners choose the right franchise and avoid common pitfalls. Connect with Connor’s team or attend his Gateway to Franchise Ownership workshop by visiting the link in the show notes. Visit https://www.connorgroce.com/ for more information.

    They dig into the complexities of owning a franchise dealership, Harley-Davidson’s brand challenges with shifting demographics, and whether this iconic brand can attract younger generations or if it’s a risky buy in a declining market.

    Key Highlights:

    - Generational Shift & Brand Image: The team explores Harley’s struggle to maintain its appeal as younger generations show less interest in motorcycles, affecting dealership sales and longevity.

    - Franchise Dealership Model: Michael explains the razor-and-blade model of franchise dealerships, where profits come more from service, parts, and financing rather than new bike sales.

    - Buyer Beware: Chelsea warns about the risks for inexperienced buyers, emphasizing the importance of thorough due diligence and questioning why existing franchise owners haven’t picked up this dealership.

    - Industry Dynamics: Bill highlights market shifts in power sports and discusses whether Harley-Davidson’s brand has long-term durability or is facing a “falling knife” situation as sales decline.

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    28 mins

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