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Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operating
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.
Episodes
481 episodes
$3.2M for a Dog Grooming Business?!
In this episode, the hosts analyze a $2M revenue mobile dog grooming franchise on Long Island and debate whether strong margins and recurring revenue justify the premium price—especially after franchise fees and fleet CapEx.Business Lis...
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Episode 483
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Buying an Excavation Business: $4.2M Revenue Deal Reviewed
In this episode, the hosts break down a 30-year-old site prep and grading business in coastal North Carolina, debating whether steady demand and durable relationships outweigh the heavy equipment CapEx risks.Business Listing – https://w...
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Episode 482
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38:29
The Porn Blocker App That Prints $100K a Year
In this episode the hosts break down a one-year-old “digital wellness” SaaS porn-blocking app doing ~$100K in profit from a single YouTube video—and debate whether it’s worth $600K or just a $30K rebuild with better marketing.Business L...
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Episode 481
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32:24
This VR Biz Trains Forklift Drivers... and Makes Bank
In this episode the hosts evaluate a $2.1M virtual reality forklift training business generating $600K+ in annual profit and debate whether it’s a durable industrial SaaS opportunity—or a niche hardware rental play facing automation headwinds.<...
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Episode 480
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28:47
Inside a $36M Countertop Business — Is This Deal Worth It?
In this episode, the hosts analyze a $36M Florida-based vertically integrated countertop business with strong EBITDA—but big risks tied to real estate, cyclical new construction, and questionable growth potential.Business Listing – http...
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Episode 478
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28:55
Scooters Coffee Franchise Investment Analysis $7.5M Deal Breakdown
In this episode, the hosts break down a portfolio of eight Scooter’s Coffee franchises in Louisville, KY, debating its $7.5M price tag, real estate mystery, and potential as an operator or add-on play.Business Listing – https://www.bizb...
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Episode 477
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35:26
This Smart Home Business Checks a Lot of ETA Boxes
In this episode, the hosts break down a $1M EBITDA smart home and AV integration business in booming Charlotte, NC—debating whether the real opportunity lies in the electrical add-on and attached $3.5M showroom real estate.Business List...
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Episode 479
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38:28
$5 Million Ski Resort for Sale in Wyoming Reviewed
In this episode, the hosts explore a $5M remote Wyoming ski resort with epic scenery, zero financials, and huge hidden costs—ultimately concluding it's a billionaire’s hobby, not a real business.Business Listing – https://www.land.com/p...
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Episode 476
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30:29
$34M Freight Brokerage Deal Breakdown: Would You Buy This Business?
In this episode, the hosts break down a highly optimized, $34M freight brokerage specializing in weird, mission-critical loads—one of the best businesses they’ve seen, and totally out of reach for most buyers.Business Listing – https://...
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Episode 475
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23:52
Small Oil & Gas Services Business Deal Review
In this episode, the hosts dissect a small Alberta-based distributor of oil and gas measurement tools, revealing a niche but sleepy business that may be just two guys and a warehouse—and whether that’s worth buying.Business Listing – ht...
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Episode 474
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29:09
We Buy Gold Business Model Explained: Why This Deal Is Risky
In this episode, the hosts dissect a high-revenue, fast-scaling precious metals buyer that might be both a goldmine and a landmine—complete with potential regulatory issues, cash-heavy operations, and lending red flags.Business Listing ...
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Episode 473
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36:33
Why This $2.5M SaaS Deal Could Be a Hidden Gem (or a Trap)
In this episode, the hosts dive into a Florida-based SaaS company in the real estate sector that's priced to sell—but bleeding revenue.Business Listing – https://app.acquire.com/startup/26wwAQaY24S5C4txn71j2HdqiKu2/x8eRIpHn7PfpSoYsGPTD?...
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Episode 472
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27:30
Ohio Treehouse Resort Business for Sale – Full Breakdown
In this episode, the hosts break down a mysterious $10.5M luxury treehouse Airbnb resort in Ohio and debate whether it’s a dream deal or a distressed dud.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-real-estate-for-sale/unique...
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Episode 471
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26:45
This Business Is a License to Print Money
In this episode, the hosts break down a $34M revenue heavy equipment dealership in Western Canada doing $9.2M in EBITDA — a high‑growth, high‑margin, possibly monopolistic business — and question why it’s for sale, if it’s truly a “license to p...
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Episode 470
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28:00
The $18M GovCon Business
In this episode, the hosts dig into a $20M revenue government contracting business that’s veteran-owned and focused on procurement for defense and healthcare — debating contract stickiness, declining revenue, and whether the business is even tr...
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Episode 469
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33:40
A Rolls-Royce Limo Company With a Dangerous Catch
In this episode, the hosts dig into a $6.9M luxury transportation company in Dubai featuring Rolls Royce limos, juicy cashflow, and an ultra-regulated moat — but uncover big risks tied to politics, licensing, and the challenges of operating in ...
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Episode 468
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25:54
Buying a Marketing Agency in the Age of AI
In this episode the hosts break down a $4.3M SBA‑eligible niche digital marketing agency serving legal clients, exploring its strong growth, high margins, client retainer model, and the risks around leverage and industry uncertainty.Busi...
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Episode 467
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31:33
Buying a Cold DM Business? Watch This First
In this episode the hosts roast an Instagram mass‑DM SaaS deal pitched on Acquire.com, tearing into its tiny revenue, questionable value proposition, platform‑risk exposure, and why it’s probably not worth buying.Business Listing – http...
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Episode 466
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24:30
This Energy Efficiency Business Looks Great… Until You Dig In
In this episode the hosts hilariously critique a New England insulation and energy‑efficiency contractor deal, debating subsidy dependency, normalized EBITDA red flags, and whether it’s a business worth owning.Business Listing – https:/...
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Episode 465
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26:19
Best of Acquisitions Anonymous - $3.5 Million Horse School?!
In this episode, the hosts break down a high-margin farrier training school in Idaho with strong social media presence, lucrative real estate, and serious lifestyle business appeal.Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for ...
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Episode 464
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30:48
Best of Acquisitions Anonymous - The $250K Port-A-Potty Business?!
In this episode, the hosts dig into a port-a-potty rental company with $4.1M in revenue and a $2M price tag, revealing a capital-heavy, route-based business that's either a blue-collar dream or an operational nightmare.Welcome to Acquis...
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Episode 463
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33:28
Best of Acquisitions Anonymous - This Mattress Company Has Explosive Growth
In this episode, the hosts dissect a fast-growing mattress manufacturer with $43M in revenue and shrinking margins—raising questions about customer acquisition, product differentiation, and whether this red-ocean DTC business is salvageable or ...
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Episode 462
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29:53
Best of Acquisitions Anonymous - A Pet Cremation Business?!
In this episode, the hosts explore a pet cremation franchise for sale in Miami, unpacking a franchise model with big claims, low margins, and a morbidly niche market.Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business ...
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Episode 461
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37:28
Best of Acquisitions Anonymous - Episode 185: Pizza Boat For Sale
In this episode, the hosts break down a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a floating pizza restaurant in the Virgin Islands—complete with a pizza armada, liquor license, and serious island vibes—all priced at under 1x earnings.Welco...
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Episode 460
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32:13
Best of Acquisitions Anonymous - Episode 214: Worm Farm
In this episode, the hosts break down an absurdly profitable worm farm in rural California that claims $1.5M in cash flow and may be one of the best deals they've ever seen—if it's real.Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast...
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Episode 459
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