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45 episodes
Why Pest Control Is One of the BEST Businesses to Buy
Thinking about buying a pest control business? You’re looking at one of the most underrated, recession-resistant cashflow machines out there, and in this video I’ll show you exactly why AND how to buy one the smart way.Pest control comp...
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Working With Business Brokers
In this episode, I’m joined by business broker Charlie Norton, a guy who’s genuinely redefining what modern brokerage looks like. Charlie’s not just selling businesses, he’s upgrading the whole game with better process, better transparency, and...
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Road to ÂŁ1m EBITDA with Mitch Foley
Road to £1M EBITDA, a dealmaker who’s scaling through acquisition the real way: by starting before he felt “ready.”Mitch didn’t come from a traditional M&A background. No long track record, no decades of experience, no secret head st...
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You cannot TAX your way to GROWTH | The budget, AI & M&A Success
ou can’t TAX your way to GROWTH. In this episode, we break down what the latest budget really means for founders, operators, and dealmakers, and why higher taxes rarely translate into stronger economies or healthier businesses. We g...
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Buying Cleaning Companies No Money Down and The Tokenisation of All Assets
In this episode, we sit down with a special guest who reveals how he acquired three cleaning companies with no money down, scaled them through smart acquisitions, and grew the group to ÂŁ1 million in revenue, all within a short timeframe.
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Care Sector Roll Up at 27 Years Old | Business Acquisition
NEWS Trades Construction News November Budget - TAXESQ&AQ: Reducing Churn Q:Valuation, Market Comps Q: Structuring Deals in Tight Debt Markets Q: What Makes You Walk Away From A Deal...
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4 No Money Down Business Acquisitions, Turning Around A Manufacturing Business & SME Funding
FREE AI Business Valuation Prompt Pack with Video Tutorial https://www.deeludlow.com/ai-tools 🎙️ The SMB Show – 24/9/25Welcome to another episode of The SMB Show Live, the #1 place to stay updated on the UK small...
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Moncler: A Masterclass in Value Creation & Turnaround Strategy
Discover how Remo Ruffini took Moncler from a struggling outerwear label to a global luxury powerhouse.In this video, we break down the strategic moves behind Ruffini’s acquisition, his value-creation playbook, and the turnaround tactics th...
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Vegas Sold to Private Equity? The Story You Haven’t Heard
Las Vegas isn’t just about casinos, shows, and bright lights anymore… it’s about big money. Over the last decade, private equity firms and Wall Street investors have quietly taken over the Strip, buying up iconic hotels, casinos, and entertainm...
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How AI is Powering This 8-Figure Fitness Business (Video link in the description)
How do you scale a fitness brand to 8 figures — and what role does AI really play?This is the first episode of our Youtube SWEAT EQUITY Series, which is an hybrid podcast & workout session, we hit the gym with Charlie Johnson, a fit...
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One Of The Most CONTROVERSIAL Leveraged Buy Outs Ever - Manchester United (Check The Numbers)
How do you BUY one of the biggest football clubs in the world—without using your own money—and still walk away billions richer?In this short video, we uncover the shocking story behind the Glazer family's takeover of Manchester United, ...
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How to buy businesses using little to NO MONEY | 5D Program Live Session (Video link in notes)
This episode features audio from a live mastermind session of the 5D PROGRAM. In this session, two 5D members discuss the businesses they've acquired and share insights from their experiences.Graham Edden - ÂŁ1.9m Engineering Busines...
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Buying Nurseries with Ellis Jenkins (5D Program Member)
I sat down with Ellis Jenkins who is a member of the 5D Program. Ellis is building an empire in the care sector and shares insights to his recent acquisition. ______________Connect with me on other platforms @dee_ludlow...
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Buying a Business for 1 Years NET PROFIT who customers are Google & HSBC
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How to find deals & why income is the most important thing
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Time & Capital Risk | When Should You Walk Away From A Deal
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Always Be The Buyer
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Deplatforming, Digital Currency & CBDC’s (on Tej Talks Podcast MARCH 22)
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