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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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In this episode the hosts break down a surprisingly solid liquor store deal in Washington, DC, questioning whether a 3x multiple and $500K SDE is too good to be true.
Business Listing – https://www.tworld.com/buy-a-business/listings/80yrs-old-sba-appd-profitable-corner-liquor-biz-in-nw-dc-
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This week, the team reviews a long-established liquor store in Northwest Washington, DC. With $2M in annual revenue and $500K in SDE, the business is priced at $1.4M—plus $290K in inventory—putting the effective multiple just over 3x. The store has been operating since 1941 and sits on a corner in a high-traffic, high-income neighborhood with a 10-year lease at $9,500/month.
Key Highlights:
- Asking price: $1.4M + $290K inventory, SDE: $500K
- Liquor store in DC proper with 80+ years of history
- 10-year lease at $9,500/mo in a high-income area
- SBA-preapproved (though Heather warns that means nothing without tax returns)
- Macro headwinds in alcohol consumption vs. 10% YoY sales growth
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In this episode, the hosts analyze a Colorado gun range and retail shop listed at $2M, diving into regulatory risks, slim margins, and whether the business is worth its heavy inventory investment.
Business Listing – https://www.tworld.com/agents/charleymitchell/listings/turnkey-and-established-gun-range-and-shop
Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
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The team reviews a 40-year-old turnkey gun range and retail shop in Colorado listed for $2 million. The business reports $2.7M in revenue and $460K in SDE, supported by nearly $900K in inventory and a team of 13 employees. With seller financing available and a retiring owner, the opportunity comes with both operational history and growth potential.
Key Highlights:
- Asking price: $2M with $460K SDE on $2.7M revenue
- Nearly $900K in inventory—likely included in price
- Regulatory risk: environmental hazards, FFL complexity, shifting gun laws
- Margins: Firearms have little to no margin; profits come from accessories and range
- Nearby competing listing offers leaner ops with higher returns
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In this episode, the hosts dissect a high-margin dental supply e-commerce carve-out deal and uncover how a recent legislative change may have obliterated its business model.
Business Listing - https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/high-margin-b2b-e-commerce-dental-supply-business-with-2-500-customers/2382931/
Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
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This episode dives into a high-margin, B2B dental supply e-commerce business based in San Bernardino County, California. The business boasts $800K in revenue, over 2,500 customers, and sells fewer than 100 SKUs from a potential 3,000+. It's operated via Shopify with a purchasing coordinator in China and minimal owner involvement, and it’s being sold as a carve-out for $1.2M—including $200K in inventory.
Key Highlights:
- Asking Price: $1.2M on $800K in revenue (no cash flow disclosed)
- 2,500 repeat dental customers and 60% returning customer rate
- Operated through Shopify with Chinese sourcing
- Major risk: loss of “de minimis” tariff exemption likely killed the margin
- Sold as a carve-out with no formal P&L or financials
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In this episode, the hosts dive into a lean, high-margin FDA compliance service business with outsourced operations and uncover whether it's a sustainable gem or a ticking regulatory time bomb.
Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/listings/16053420/
Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
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This week's deal is a Florida-based, relocatable FDA compliance business offering digital services like registration and agent support for food, drug, cosmetic, and medical product companies. With just $790K in revenue and $550K in EBITDA, its margins are astonishing—thanks largely to a contracted overseas team and minimal operational overhead.
Key Highlights:
- Asking price: $1.9M | Revenue: $790K | EBITDA: $550K
- Business operates with just one employee and an overseas team
- 70% net margins and 50% recurring revenue from renewals
- Possible registered agent model for FDA compliance—highly specialized niche
- Heather pre-approves the deal for SBA financing live on the show
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In this episode, the hosts unpack a 70-year-old South Carolina sandwich business supplying gas stations and vending machines—and debate whether its low margins and high complexity make it a hidden gem or a money pit.
Business Listing – https://mergerscorp.com/property/70-years-old-american-producer-and-wholesaler-of-pre-packaged-foods/
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This episode features a quirky 70-year-old business in South Carolina manufacturing and distributing pre-packaged sandwiches to vending machines, gas stations, and convenience stores. With $5.7M in revenue and $426K in seller discretionary earnings (SDE), the company also owns a 14,000-square-foot facility and employs 42 non-union staff.
Key Highlights:
- Asking price: $2M | Revenue: $5.7M | SDE: $426K
- 70-year-old sandwich business with regional distribution
- 42 non-union employees in a 14,000 sq ft facility
- Potential hidden issues: low EBITDA per employee, unaccounted rent, food safety risks
- Strong debate: Mills gives a thumbs up, Heather “pre-declines” the loan
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In this episode, the hosts dissect a distressed e-commerce furniture supplier deal selling near working capital value, debating whether falling revenues, marketplace dependence, and margin mystery leave any room for a profitable turnaround.
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The team reviews “Project Assembly,” a branded ready-to-assemble furniture supplier with a proprietary product line and strong e-commerce distribution through Amazon, Lowe’s, Home Depot, Target, and Wayfair. Once generating $22M in revenue, the company has seen a four-year slide to $9.4M, though gross margins have oddly improved from 19% to 32% despite the drop. The deal is being marketed at roughly $3.8M — close to the estimated book value of its working capital — making it feel more like a liquidation opportunity than a healthy going concern.
Key Highlights:
- Asking price: ~$3.8M, pegged to working capital value.
- Revenue decline: $22M in 2020 → $9.4M in 2024.
- 98% marketplace e-commerce sales via major retailers.
- Gross margins increased from 19% to 32% despite shrinking sales.
- Marketplace algorithm ranking & Chinese competition as potential killers.
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In this episode, the hosts dissect a suspiciously high-margin $18M metal fabrication business in Houston and unpack the latest killer changes to SBA loan rules.
Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/huge-cash-cow-metal-fabrication-business-w-strong-client-base/2382600/?utm_source=bizbuysell&utm_medium=emailsite&utm_campaign=shtmlbot&utm_content=button
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This episode features a deep dive into a $4.5M cash-flowing metal fabrication business in Houston listed for $18M. Founded in 2020, the business boasts a 30% EBITDA margin, 17 employees, and owns a 30-acre facility with specialized bays and modern machinery. It serves the oil and energy sectors, with long-standing contractor relationships and the real estate optionally bundled in.
Key Highlights:
- Asking price: $18M with $4.5M in cash flow (3.8x multiple)
- Located in Harris County, TX (Houston); real estate optionally included
- 30% EBITDA margins; founded just 5 years ago in 2020
- New SBA rules may kill deals involving licensed businesses and rollover equity
- Potential red flags: add-on-only language, possible reliance on prior business relationships
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In this episode, the hosts unpack a low-cost dryer vent cleaning franchise in Charlotte with stellar Google reviews, debating whether it's a smart buy or just buying yourself a job.
Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/dryer-vent-cleaning-business-575-5-star-google-reviews/2382347/
Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
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🧠 Powered by Acquisition Lab — Founded by Harvard MBA Walker Deibel, Acquisition Lab is your blueprint for buying a business. Get expert guidance, world-class resources, and a community of serious buyers to help you navigate search, diligence, and acquisition with confidence. Apply now at https://www.acquisitionlab.com
This week, the hosts dive into a compelling Charlotte-based dryer vent and air duct cleaning business listed for $200K. With $130K in reported profit and just one year in operation, the deal includes a wrapped RAM ProMaster van, minimal inventory, and three employees.
Key Highlights:
- $200K asking price with $130K profit; revenue of $356K
- Established in 2023 with franchise support and marketing
- Charlotte-based, with three employees and a wrapped ProMaster van
- SEO-dominant with 575+ five-star reviews and localized web presence
- Too small for traditional SBA lending—likely a cash or seller-financed deal
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In this episode, the hosts explore the quirky but profitable world of UK horse transport, debating whether buying a relocatable horse taxi business in Essex is a dream job or a low-moat risk.
Business Listing – https://uk.businessesforsale.com/uk/leading-horse-transport-business-in-essex-relocatable.aspx?_gl=1*h95f4p*_gcl_au*NTg0MzkzNDA3LjE3NTAxOTMyNzk.*_ga*MTc5NjA0MjU0LjE3NTAxOTMyNzk.*_ga_1G1NGBELLP*czE3NTAxOTMyNzgkbzEkZzAkdDE3NTAxOTMyODAkajU4JGwwJGgxODE4MzM1MDM1
Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
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OpenPhone – The smarter phone system built for startups and modern teams. Keep work and personal calls separate, manage everything in one app, and stay connected from anywhere. https://www.openphone.com/
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This week’s deal is a leading horse transport business based in Essex, UK, with £200K–£500K in revenue and £100K–£250K in profit. With five employees, relocatable operations, and repeat clients in the equestrian industry, it’s pitched as a turnkey opportunity for a serious horse lover or operator.
Key Highlights:
- Price: £200K–£500K with £100K–£250K in net profit
- 100% relocatable equine transport business based in Essex, UK
- Industry relies heavily on trust, relationships, and animal handling skills
- Ambiguous asset base—unclear if trucks/lorries are included
- Potential for premium positioning or even media content play
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In this episode, the hosts dissect a $12M listing for a self-storage SaaS and marketing company—only to suspect it’s a digital agency in disguise.
Business Listing – https://synergybb.com/listings/self-storage-saas-and-marketing-with-3-7m-mrr/
Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
💰 Sponsored by:
Capital Pad – Buying a small business and need funding? Or looking to invest in others' deals? Capital Pad is the go-to marketplace for acquisition entrepreneurs and investors. It handles all the legal and governance headaches so you can focus on deals. Backed by entrepreneur Travis Jamison. Check out https://capitalpad.com and tell them Acquisitions Anonymous sent you!
Franchise Help with Connor Groce – Curious about franchising? Connor Groce, franchise expert and operator, helps people navigate the franchise world. He owns multiple franchises and now helps others find the right fit. https://www.connorgroce.com
This episode dives into a $12M listing for a SaaS and marketing company serving the self-storage industry. The business boasts $3M in ARR, $4.3M in 2024 revenue, and $970K in cash flow—with 750 clients across 1700 locations and a tech stack promising AI-powered pricing, 3D unit visualization, and more.
Key Highlights:
- $12M asking price, $970K cash flow, 44 employees
- 70% of revenue claimed as SaaS, but unclear definition
- Self-storage tech includes ID verification, 3D visualizations, AI pricing
- Strong ARR growth, but murky line between SaaS and marketing services
- Hosts suspect broker repositioning to justify a high multiple
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