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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
458 episodes
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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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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30:21
Inside a Failing Rehab Acquisition: Utilization, Insurance & Red Flags
In this episode the hosts dive into a $4.5M, 12‑bed Los Angeles drug and alcohol rehab facility deal with $4M revenue and $1M SDE, unpacking utilization trends, regulatory risks (MSO/CPOM), and why it might not be a compelling acquisition as‑is...
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Episode 458
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31:48
Rerun Episode – Buying a Seasonal Christmas Tree Business in Utah
Interested in buying a franchise? Check out Connor's website here: https://connorgroce.com/landerCome to HoldCo Conference for business owners, Feb 9-11 → https://links.girdley.com/hcc-ytIn this rerun episode, the hosts revisit ...
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Episode 457
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34:33
How to Find Hidden Specialty Pharmacy Deals – Broker Secrets Explained
In this episode the hosts dig into a $7.1 M cash‑price listing for a specialty pharmacy in Beverly Hills — evaluating its 1.49 M EBITDA, market position and regulatory complexity to see whether it’s a viable acquisition.Business Listing...
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Episode 456
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30:22
Inside an $11 M Elevator Services Deal: High Margin, Hard Growth
In this episode the hosts walk through evaluating a potential acquisition of a Houston‑area elevator services company, debating whether a 7.5× EBITDA asking price can pencil out given the financing constraints and growth challenges.Busi...
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Episode 455
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33:53
Would You Buy a Dolphin Resort in Mexico?
In this episode the hosts dissect a bankruptcy‑sale opportunity involving dolphin‑habitat real estate in the Riviera Maya, Mexico — and explore whether the outsized risk of “ditch‑risk” is worth the potential payoff.Business Listing – h...
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Episode 454
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31:00
$19M for a Custom Art Biz – Smart Move or Overpay?
In this episode the hosts dissect a $19 million “painting‑on‑demand” e‑commerce business making ~$15 million in sales and ~$3.67 million in earnings, and debate whether the price tag is justified given a crowded market and uncertain moat.
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Episode 453
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33:44
Inside a Miami Contractor Sale: Hidden Accounting Traps & Big Backlog
In this episode the hosts dissect a $23 million asking‑price acquisition of a Miami‑based specialty contractor with $41 M revenue, $4.7 M EBITDA, a $52 M backlog—and dig into its contract structure, accounting risks and deal suitability.
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Episode 452
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33:31
EdTech Business for Sale – Architect Training Platform US$2.7M
In this episode the hosts dig into a $2.7 million EdTech business serving architects—$450K revenue, ~$227K profit, ~30 % growth—yet debate whether its 11.9× profit asking price makes any sense.Business Listing – https://app.acquire.com/...
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Episode 451
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26:52
How a Water Bottle Company Turned Into a $17M Empire
In this episode, the hosts dissect a $17.5M electrolyte powder Amazon FBA brand with 86% margins and 20K subscribers—debating whether it’s a goldmine or a marketing death spiral in disguise.Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/list...
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Episode 450
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21:31
Are Pickleball Clubs the New Fad or the Next Fitness Empire?
In this episode, the Acquisitions Anonymous crew breaks down a freshly listed $1.9M indoor pickleball club in Houston, debating whether it’s a sports goldmine or a post‑trend trap.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-o...
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Episode 449
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34:49
$4.4 M Diabetes Patch Brand: Hidden Gem or Hidden Trap?
In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, the hosts dig into a $4.4 M e‑commerce business in the diabetes sensor accessory space and debate whether its 41% net margin, Australian base, and licensing opportunity make it a smart buy—or a risky s...
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Episode 448
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46:35
$4.2M Security Business… With $773K Revenue?!
In this episode the hosts critique a $4.28 million asking price for a Signal Security Franchise business in San Antonio earning ~$773K revenue—arguing it’s overpriced, under‑differentiated and risky.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuy...
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Episode 447
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27:54
Would You Pay $11M for Two Car Washes?
In this episode the hosts dissect a two‑location Virginia car wash business listed at $10.999 M with ~$940K cash flow and debate whether it’s a real estate play or a tough operating bet.Business Listing – https://www.empirebusiness.com/...
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Episode 446
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31:02
How Much Is a Hurricane Shutter Company REALLY Worth?
A storm-ready shutter business with $1.3M in profit and a million-dollar backlog gets picked apart for pricing, growth potential, and tricky deal terms.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/north-carolina-hu...
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Episode 445
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38:01
$5M Mobility Business: Solid Franchise or Aging Market Risk?
A profitable multi-location mobility solutions franchise is under the microscope in this episode, with the team digging into payer mix, growth potential, and the real value of a franchise model.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell....
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Episode 444
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31:50
How Ghost Gear Tech Built a Paranormal Equipment Empire
In this Halloween-ready episode, a ghost-hunting equipment business with sky-high margins and questionable ethics gets the full deep dive.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/profitable-ghost-hunting-equipm...
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Episode 443
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23:06
Would You Pay $16M for a Crypto News Site?
In this episode, the hosts dissect a $16M listing for a crypto news media company claiming $6M in revenue—raising serious questions about valuation, legitimacy, and what the business actually does.Business Listing – https://www.loopnet....
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Episode 442
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32:16
Inside a $26M Industrial Inspection Device Company
A $12M revenue, $3.8M EBITDA “Project Lucid” branded inspection device distributor sparks heated debate on IP risk, exclusivity with its manufacturer, and the eyebrow-raising $5M liquid funds buyer requirement.Business Listing – https:/...
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Episode 441
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30:25
Inside a $1.5M Pool Service Company Making $450K Profit
A long-standing Northeastern Ohio pool service company with ~$1.95M revenue and ~$454k EBITDA is up for sale at ~3x SDE, sparking debate on seasonality, retail real estate, and debt structures in a niche where private equity rarely ventures.
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Episode 440
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34:01
Buying a Viral Cat Video Empire? Think Twice Before You Do
A “too-good-to-be-true?” SBA-prequalified cat-content brand with 3.9M Facebook followers, ~$872–$920k revenue and ~95% margins sparks a lively debate on platform risk, AI headwinds, and creative deal structures to de-risk the buy.Busine...
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Episode 439
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38:11
KidStrong Franchise Deal: Smart Buy or Overpriced Risk?
In this episode, a $5.1M portfolio of seven KidStrong gyms in Texas is analyzed for its valuation, investor fit, and whether a multi-location kids fitness business is a scalable opportunity or operational headache.Business Listing – htt...
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Episode 438
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22:25
How This Restoration Franchise Makes Nearly $500K Profit
In this episode, the hosts break down a high-margin Blue Kangaroo Packouts franchise resale in Charlotte, NC, highlighting its unique niche in content restoration and the risks of unpredictable revenue cycles.Business Listing – https://...
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Episode 437
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