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
330 episodes
Stage Setup Company: Inside a $28M Theater Business Deal
We found an interesting deal in episode 332—a theatrical supply and construction company based in Wisconsin that’s been around since 1981. It’s a niche player in stage setup and lighting for venues like theaters, casinos, and schools. The compa...
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Episode 332
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Recipe Website With 4.2 Million Page Views a Month For Sale!
In this week's episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, we’re looking at a content-based business listed on Quiet Light—a recipe site with six years of future content ready to go, pulling in over 50 million page views in the past year. Joining us tod...
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Episode 331
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For Sale: A 100-Year-Old Salad Company Doing $10.5M in Sales
In today’s episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, we take a deep dive into a unique business—a 100-year-old salad manufacturing company in Los Angeles County. Hosts Michael Girdley, Bill D'Alessandro, Mills Snell, Heather Endresen, and special gues...
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Episode 330
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What You Need to Know About Jet Charter Businesses: Acquisitions Anonymous Ep 329
In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, hosts Bill D’Alessandro and Heather Endresen evaluate a private jet charter business with a $2 million EBITDA. They explore whether the company operates on an asset-light model by leasing jets or owns ...
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How a Lobster Business Can Make $55M in Nova Scotia
For this episode we found a live lobster storage and seafood processing company in Nova Scotia that's up for sale. They are asking $8.9 million, and are making $55M in revenue, but it all comes with its own set of challenges. We chat about what...
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SBA Loan 101: How to finance a Seasonal eCommerce Business (Re-Release)
In this episode, Bill and Heather talked about the key strategies for structuring an SBA loan for a seasonal eCommerce business. They also discussed the challenges of managing inventory and working capital and offered practical advice on how to...
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Pet Cremation - Is It Worth Franchising?
Thinking about investing in a franchise but unsure if it’s worth it? In this episode, we analyze the pros and cons of franchise investments using a pet cremation business as our case study. We talked about what to consider before saying yes, li...
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Mills Wants to Buy a $5M Tourist Trap Business in Florida
In this episode, we look at a retail apparel business in the middle of Florida’s tourist hotspot, WaterSound. They’ve made the most of the busy Highway 30A traffic with three stores and an online shop. But is the $5 million asking price worth, ...
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Finding The Perfect Buyer for this $14M Data Center Deal
Who should buy a data center business? In this episode, we check the details of this IT business making $14 million and who should be interested in buying it. We cover what makes it a good or bad fit for different buyers and why it might catch ...
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YOU can Make $4.7M Selling Mobile Accessories
Today’s episode is one of our favorites. We checked this mobile accessories business that’s making $1.7M EBITDA. They sell phone cases and other cool stuff online, and they’re doing pretty well. But, as always, there’s more to the story. We’ll ...
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This $22.9M Air Filter Business Could Be Your Next Big Win
We found a deal that we actually liked. It is a $22.9M air filter and purifier business that could be your next big win. With its solid growth potential and strong online presence, we cover why this business could be a smart buy. We also discus...
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Buying a Recruiting And Testing Firefighters Business in Chicago
In this episode, we're checking out a firefighter recruitment business for sale at $830k that’s making $175K a year We'll break down how the business works, what the numbers look like, and why it could be a great buy. If you’ve ever wondered ab...
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36:37
Mattress Manufacturer With Explosive Growth: From $15M to $43M
What’s happening in the mattress industry?In this episode, we take a close look at a mattress company that’s grown its revenue from $15.7M to $43M. We’ll dig into the numbers, talk about what’s really happening in the mattress world, an...
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28:52
Towing Business for Sale: $6.8M Deal with Family Drama
In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Bill and Mills get into a $6.8 million towing business deal in North Carolina. They chat about the tricky parts of buying a business with strong family ties. With $1.5 million in cash flow but an askin...
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The $1.4M No-Code App Business That Needs Fine-Tuning
Today, we look at a $2.1M agency that's for sale but may not be quite ready to be sold. It brings in $500K a year and has a strong social media following, which sounds great. But there are issues, like no recurring revenue and it relies too muc...
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Why is IVF So Expensive? A Deep Dive into Fertility Clinic Economics
In this episode, we dive into the world of fertility clinics and the high costs of IVF treatments. We talked about why IVF can cost as much as $25,000 and explored the economics behind these prices. Bill shares his thoughts on the importance of...
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When E-commerce Goes Wrong: Lessons from a $2.9M Deal
In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, we take a close look at a $2.9 million knife ecommerce business and discuss whether it’s a wise investment or a risky choice. We break down the business’s numbers, challenges, and market issues t...
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Challenges of Buying a $12.5M Refrigerated Trucking Company - Acquisitions Anonymous 316
In this episode, we talked about a $12.5M refrigerated trucking company for sale. We discussed the business's challenges, like dealing with both employees and owner-operators and the tricky financing involved. We also compare th...
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Is this $5M AI Assistant for Calendly a Smart Buy? - Acquisitions Anonymous 315
In this episode, Bill and Heather review a $5 million AI calendar assistant that integrates with Calendly. They talk about the pros and cons, including the tough competition, how to market the product, and the challenges of get...
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Is Buying a Celebrity Bourbon Business for $3M Worth It? - Acquisitions Anonymous 314
Have you ever thought about joining the Celebrity Spirits Club?This could be your chance. In this episode, we explore the opportunity of buying Tyler Boone's bourbon brand for $3 million. We talk about the risks and rewards of investing ...
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Buying a Butane Filling Business for $4.5 Million - Acquisitions Anonymous 313
Is buying a butane-filling business for $4.5 million a good investment? With $1 million in cash flow and $500,000 in real estate value, Michael, Bill, and Mills discussed the pros and cons, explored the key financials, and consi...
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Buying A $1.95M Agricultural Aviation Business (BIG MISTAKE) - Acquisitions Anonymous 312
In this episode, Michael, Bill, and Heather talk about a $1.95 million agricultural aviation business for sale. It makes $1.58 million in sales each year and has $519,231 in discretionary earnings. Is this deal not as great as it seems? That’s ...
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Is the Smash My Trash Franchise Really Worth $2.9M? - Acquisitions Anonymous 311
In this episode, Heather Endresen and Mills Snell take a look at a Smash My Trash franchise for sale at $2.9 million. They go over the numbers, the technology involved and debate if this business is worth the asking price. This episode could he...
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$5.5M EBITDA Artificial Turf Deal: The Grass Might Be Greener - Acquisitions Anonymous 310
In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Bill and Heather review a deal for an artificial turf business with a $5.5 million EBITDA, projecting its value to hit $50 million. They talked about the market potential, the choice of business broker...
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We found a $1.2 Million Cardio Drumming Business for Sale: Sound deal or just noise? Acquisitions Anonymous 309
Are you ready to work... out a fitness business? In this episode, we looked at DrumFIT, a $1.2 million Cardio Drumming "SaaS" business. Is this fitness trend worth your investment? Join us and our special guest, Chelsea Wood, to find out
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