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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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Michael Girdley (@Girdley) and Xavier Helgesen (@XavierHelgesen) talk about a mobile app for scanning plants and trees. Before delving into details like the churn rate for this offer, we started with the fundamentals of how this app functions. We will also know how frequently our hosts have been using Image search. We get into how this deal can be effective in the market and what strategies can be applied for this business to succeed. We will also learn more about the power dynamics in this market.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) - Introduction
(00:41) - Our sponsor is CloudBookkeeping.com
(02:08) - Quick catch-up with Xavier
(02:44) - Deal & Financials: 1-person start-up: Profitable Mobile Plant and Tree Scanner App
(03:12) - How does this deal work?
(04:09) - What is the concept of “The Pain of Pain”?
(05:55) - How sticky are these customers? What are they paying to get customers?
(07:34) - What is the churn rate on this deal?
(10:05) - What is Xavier’s prediction for this app? What’s the trend for iOS?
(14:01) - Who would buy this Saas business?
(16:08) - What is the possible bull case for this deal? What are the opportunities for this kind of business?
(17:24) - How can gamification be an opportunity for this deal? What is the rabbit hole?
(18:24) - What is the bear case in this scenario?
(19:09) - How does Xavier think about customer retention in software?
(22:24) - What is the effect of a recession in the market?
(24:36) - Why are some software companies getting punished in the public markets? What are some of the power dynamics in this market?
(28:45) - What is the best lesson we learned today?
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#136 - Can we make bank with Cricket Wireless stores?
#135 - Should we buy this warehouse software business?
#133 - How to value and underwrite commercial Real Estate? With special Guest Chris Powers
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Michael Girdley (@Girdley) and Bill D’Alessandro (@BillDA) discuss a rapidly expanding home and business elevator maintenance company in South Carolina. From a demand standpoint, we will determine what makes this so intriguing and do a little background research on the state of the market. We will also find out why neither VC capital nor PE has purchased this company. Finally, after picking up some tips from Michael, he will share a fun reality show concept associated with this transaction.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) - Introduction
(00:58) - Our sponsor is CloudBookkeeping.com
(02:27) - Deal & financials: A fast-growing home & commercial elevator Maintenance Co
(03:49) - How does this company work?
(07:22) - What makes this so interesting from a Demand perspective?
(08:36) - What is so interesting about this Deal? What about the industry?
(11:45) - What is the Otis Roll-up strategy, and why would you focus on it?
(13:31) - Why hasn’t VC capital or PE bought this business already?
(14:01) - What is @Girdley’s hack to learn about an industry?
(15:02) - Why should you ask about the customers, and what should you look for?
(19:42) - “Girdley drunk at your business” Is this a good reality show idea?
(22:00) - Transdigm’s golden Roll-Up Strategy
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#136 - Can we make bank with Cricket Wireless stores?
#135 - Should we buy this warehouse software business?
#133 - How to value and underwrite commercial Real Estate? With special Guest Chris Powers
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Michael Girdley (@Girdley) and Bill D’Alessandro (@BillDA) discussed 6 Cricket Franchise Cell Phone Stores in Chicago.
In this episode, we'll learn who runs these franchises and how they operate. We will see the most significant pain point regarding the customer base in this kind of business.
In addition, our hosts will offer some advice on how to run this type of business efficiently after discussing the revenue splitting among the stores and the possible tradeoffs & advice on how to get started and pick the best franchise.
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*Live Oak Bank is the #1 SBA 7(A) Lender. The data supplied by the SBA reflects 7(a) highest dollar volume during FY 2021.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) - Introduction
(00:38) - Our Sponsor is Live Oak Bank
(02:14) - Quick catch-up with Michael and Bill
(04:39) - Deal & financials: 6 Cricket Franchise Cell Phone Stores
(05:54) - Who runs these franchises? How are these operations usually run?
(07:27) - How is the revenue split among the stores?
(14:46) - How is this service distinct from prepaid services?
(16:28) - What seems to be the main pain point regarding the customer base?
(20:24) - What's happening with the Amazon third-party delivery staff?
(23:13) - Is there a bull case for this deal? What is the trade-off?
(24:13) - Would it be better if we closed other stores?
(24:44) - How much of a moat does this business have? How easy is it to open a Cricket Franchise?
(30:21) - How to pick the right franchise? Who are franchises meant for?
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#135 - Should we buy this warehouse software business?
#134 - Should we buy this skiing technology company?
#133 - How to value and underwrite commercial Real Estate? With special Guest Chris Powers
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Michael Girdley (@Girdley) and Bill D’Alessandro (@BillDA) discuss a 40-year-old computer company in Richmond, Texas. We will examine some factors to consider when purchasing small software companies like this and investigate how this business operates. Moreover, we'll learn if the company is as intriguing as it seems and discover why Michael fears the seller. Finally, we'll talk about how important it is to work with brokers, hire brokers, and how to close the best deals.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) - Introduction
(00:34) - Our Sponsor is Cloudbookkeeping
(02:09) - Deal & financials: 40-Year-Old Computer Company
(03:11) - How does this deal work?
(06:17) - Okay, what makes us believe this man doesn’t have a broker?
(07:23) - What do we think of the code due diligence?
(10:25) - What are some considerations for buying a small software company?
(12:14) - What is so special about buying niche software businesses?
(14:59) - How is the business so interesting?
(16:22) - Why is Michael scared about the seller?
(18:25) - The bull case for this deal is…
(19:23) - Seller Advice: Why should you hire a broker for this deal?
(20:49) - Michael’s advice on dealing with brokers?
(21:58) - Key advice to close the best deals
(23:16) - Bill’s hack to hire an intermediary the right way, as a seller
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#133 - How to value and underwrite commercial Real Estate? With special Guest Chris Powers
#132 - Let's get rich pumping poop!
#131 - People are getting rich with Med Spas. Will we?
#130 - Should we buy this Vegas Wedding Chapel Chain?
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Michael Girdley (@Girdley) and Mills Snell (@thegeneralmills), discuss a Fitness Equipment Manufacturer. We’ll find out what this business does and offers to people.
Moreover, we’ll be clarifying why we hate most of the deals we are talking about and how come we really need to hate every single one.
Also, we will get to understand the importance of educating your kids in business.
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Live Oak Bank - Whether you’re looking to build, buy or expand your business, let the team at Live Oak Bank be your financial guide. With Live Oak, you get a partner who believes in your success and is willing to take the journey alongside you. We provide small business loans tailored to your goals.
Fuel the growth of small businesses across the country; bank with Live Oak Bank.
You can contact Heather Endresen, Director & Founder at heather.endresen@liveoak.bank. Mention this podcast in the subject line and ask her about office hours to get in touch.
*Live Oak Bank is the #1 SBA 7(A) Lender. The data supplied by the SBA reflects 7(a) highest dollar volume during FY 2021.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) - Introduction
(00:32) - Our Sponsor is Live Oak Bank
(01:39) - Deal & financials: Fitness Equipment Manufacturer
(06:50) - How does this company work? What are they selling?
(10:26) - How does this relate to Girdley’s experience as a young swimmer?
(12:34) - What is the TAM? How much potential does this business have? What’s the moat here?
(15:43) - Why are we supposed to hate every deal?
(17:00) - How should you think about the competition on the supply side?
(20:30) - Is this relocatable? Who’d be a great fit to buy this?
(22:00) - What is the bullshit KPIs theory?
(24:54) - What is this business’s role in the world?
(25:27) - What is the importance of educating your kids in business?
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#132 - Let's get rich pumping poop!
#131 - People are getting rich with Med Spas. Will we?
#130 - Should we buy this Vegas Wedding Chapel Chain?
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Bill D’Alessandro (@BillDA), Mills Snell (@thegeneralmills), together with Chris Powers (@fortworthchris), we discuss an Airport Commerce Park in Houston Texas. Chris starts off by sharing a little bit of his background and explaining what a Class B Industrial is. The major effect of location for this kind of business will also be discussed, as well as the essential dynamics for making more money. Moreover, we will look into why real estate people sell if it’s good. Does a successful real estate capital manager end up in buy and hold?
Listen to the podcast and find out!
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Show Notes:
(00:00) - Introduction
(01:11) - Our Sponsor is Cloud Bookkeeping
(02:39) - Guest Intro: Chris Powers joins us today!
(04:00) - What are Class B Industrial Assets?
(04:58) - Deal & financials: Airport Commerce Park in Houston TX
(07:19) - What is a 7.2% cap. rate? How do you think about it when looking at a deal?
(08:36) - How do you assess value initially when looking at a deal?
(10:33) - How does location affect this particular asset class?
(12:35) - What is a good diverse tenant base? How do you understand if it’s good or not?
(17:50) - What is the due diligence process for leases?
(20:08) - What is the Seller Type in a Property like this?
(21:07) - What is so interesting about this asset class?
(21:54) - Who are the competitors?
(23:41) - Once you buy, how do you operate to find Alpha?
(28:22) - What are the essential dynamics for more money?
(39:04) - What is the most important part of renegotiating rents?
(50:35) - Are there different types of land that are not real estate?
(52:55) - What is the current state of RE developments in America?
(55:36) - How many deals do you have to look at to find one valuable deal? How do you source them?
(58:23) - Hold Period/Exit Plans: Why sell if it's so good?
(01:00:15) - When to know if it’s ready to be sold?
(01:01:22) - How does selling relate to refinancing?
(01:02:37) - Does a successful RE capital manager end up in buy and hold?
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Michael Girdley (@Girdley) , Mills Snell (@thegeneralmills), and Bill D’Alessandro (@BillDA) discuss a very cheap Mobile Pump Out Business in Washington State. We will get a deep dive into how this deal works and why this deal is so cheap. We will also consider if this business has a chance to increase its charges considering the number of competitors in the field.
Moreover, we would like to talk about how this business can double its revenues. Lastly, we will be figuring out some funny yet interesting strategies or schemes this business can do to make more money than they are making today.
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Thanks to our sponsor!
Live Oak Bank - Whether you’re looking to build, buy or expand your business, let the team at Live Oak Bank be your financial guide. With Live Oak, you get a partner who believes in your success and is willing to take the journey alongside you. We provide small business loans tailored to your goals.
Fuel the growth of small businesses across the country; bank with Live Oak Bank.
You can contact Heather Endresen, Director & Founder at heather.endresen@liveoak.bank. Mention this podcast in the subject line and ask her about office hours to get in touch.
*Live Oak Bank is the #1 SBA 7(A) Lender. The data supplied by the SBA reflects 7(a) highest dollar volume during FY 2021.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) - Introduction
(00:45) - Our Sponsor is Live Oak Bank
(01:53) - Deal & financials: Mobile Pump Out Business
(06:10) - What is included in the deal? What are they selling?
(08:07) - Is there pricing power here?
(08:58) - When do they make the bucks?
(10:38) - What is Bill’s first move when he buys the Business?
(11:35) - Would we buy this for our kids?
(15:28) - How do you double revenues in a Mobile Pump Out Business?
(16:10) - What’s a Funny yet Interesting Strategy for this Business?
(17:00) - What is the Cookie Company war in Utah?
(19:00) - Who’d buy this?
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#131 People are getting rich with Med Spas. Will we?
#130 Should we buy this Vegas Wedding Chapel Chain?
#128 Who should buy this $4.4m EBITDA, cashflow machine?
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Michael Girdley (@Girdley) and Bill D’Alessandro (@BillDA), we discuss a very profitable Spa And Beauty Center located in Clark County, Las Vegas, Nevada. We will find out how a business like this works and what’s interesting about this kind of enterprise.
Moreover, we will be unlocking vital information on how this business is winning and how they strategize to keep their customers coming back. Comparing this to the previous episode’s Las Vegas Wedding Chapel Chain, we will find out which one is better for Bill. Also, we will know if Michael already had an experience in Med Spa!
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Thanks to our sponsors!
* CloudBookkeeping offers adaptable solutions to businesses that want to focus on growth with a “client service first” approach. They offer a full suite of accounting services, including sophisticated reporting, QuickBooks software solutions, and full-service payroll options.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) - Introduction
(00:36) - Our Sponsor is Cloudbookkeeping
(02:03) - Deal & Financials: Very Profitable Spa And Beauty Center
(03:26) - How does this business work?
(08:04) - Has Michael already tried Med Spa?
(09:10) - What is so interesting about this business’s customer base?
(12:35) - What secret is Michael sharing?
(14:53) - What do we like about this deal? Why is the Cost Of Goods Sold (COGS) so low?
(16:20) - Is there a retail operation behind the main business?
(17:58) - What is the moat and strategy for this business? Why are these guys winning?
(20:32) - How do these guys sell their services?
(22:24) - Are there hidden capital expenditures?
(23:21) - How to get your employees to overperform?
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Additional episodes you might enjoy:
#130 Should we buy this Vegas Wedding Chapel Chain?
#128 Who should buy this $4.4m EBITDA, cashflow machine?
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Michael Girdley (@Girdley) and Bill D’Alessandro (@BillDA) discuss a Wedding Chapel Chain in Downtown, Las Vegas.
We talk about: Upselling opportunities & the important things we need to understand regarding this kind of business and responsibility. We will also see what their day-to-day challenges could be and how they can overcome these to get the business running smoothly.
Lastly, we will find out if we are ready to hit Vegas dressed as Ministers.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) - Introduction
(00:31) - Our Sponsor is Near
(01:38) - Deal & financials: Las Vegas Wedding Chapel Chain
(04:44) - Are we ready to hit Vegas dressed as Ministers?
(06:08) - Which are the up-selling opportunities?
(10:27) - What is the Bull-Case for this Business & Our guess on the Average Ticket?
(10:40) - What is the most vital to understand in this kind of business?
(12:12) - How does upselling work in this business?
(17:29) - Is this business’ moat sustainable?
(18:45) - What’s the story behind the strong EBITDA margins?
(20:26) - What could be the day-to-day Operation Challenges?
(22:10) - Is this Business affected by Covid Bump?
(25:53) - What’s our Million Dollar Idea for this Business?
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#124 How much would we pay for this Water Safety and Compliance Co?
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Michael Girdley (@Girdley) and Dave Housley (@housleyd), talk about a Cooking Oil Filtration Service located in Rally, North Carolina. Aside from determining how this works, we’ll also talk about how this business can be more on the helpful side for fast food deals or more on the harmful side for customers. Together with Dave, we will find out if this kind of enterprise is highly economical or threatening and unsafe as it compromises food safety. Most importantly, let’s find out if this deal is worth it.
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Thanks to our sponsor!
Live Oak Bank - Whether you’re looking to build, buy or expand your business, let the team at Live Oak Bank be your financial guide. With Live Oak, you get a partner who believes in your success and is willing to take the journey alongside you. We provide small business loans tailored to your goals.
Fuel the growth of small businesses across the country; bank with Live Oak Bank.
You can contact Heather Endresen, Director & Founder at heather.endresen@liveoak.bank. Mention this podcast in the subject line and ask her about office hours to get in touch.
*Live Oak Bank is the #1 SBA 7(A) Lender. The data supplied by the SBA reflects 7(a) highest dollar volume during FY 2021.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) - Introduction
(00:49) - Our Sponsor is LiveOakBank.com/aa
(01:57) - Deal & financials: Cooking Oil Filtration Service
(02:10) - Checking in With Dave
(03:47) - Deal & financials: Cooking Oil Filtration Service.
(05:00) - How Does This Work? What is the secret power of cooking oil?
(11:22) - How do Green customers behave in a nutshell
(12:17) - This is a franchise?! How is this so Adverse?
(15:54) - What’s wrong with the American diet?
(18:16) - What is the Olive Garden Effect?
(19:21) - Do we like this Deal?
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#128 Who should buy this $4.4m EBITDA, cashflow machine?
#127 Should we buy this Exhibit House?
#75 SBA Loan Secrets with Heather Endresen
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