Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operating Bill D'Alessandro, Mills Snell, Heather Endersen, and Michael Girdley

In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, Heather, and Mills review a fascinating deal shared by one of our listeners, Michael Weinstein. This potentially dubious business deal involves a technology platform for selling luxury items. As we analyze the details, including impressive sales figures and margins, questions arise about the legitimacy of the transactions and the business's association with website closers. The discussion navigates through various topics, from the intricacies of luxury marketplaces to money laundering risks.

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• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers
• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads
• Maximize your chances of finding great deals

Show notes:

00:00 Intro
02:40 Reviewing the deal
07:35 Figuring out the business
12:06 Did we find the seller?
13:35 The elephant in the room: is this legit?
16:10 Is this best way to sell luxury items? 
19:25 Doing due diligence 
21:06 Similar businesses review 
20:08 Final Thoughts 
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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Mills, Heather and Bill reveal a fascinating deal: a 35-year-old online ticket brokering business with a unique twist. The company specializes in the secondary market for highly sought-after event tickets, bragging a devoted clientele and generating substantial revenue. However, the deal comes with its own set of challenges and risks. While the business offers lucrative opportunities, particularly with its affiliate program for travel agents, there are concerns about its transferability, dependence on speculative ticket purchases, and potential legal issues with ticket resale. We explore various angles, highlighting the pros and cons of acquiring such a business and offering insights into the complexities of evaluating and structuring deals in similar markets.

Check out the listing here: https://www.websiteclosers.com/businesses/35-year-online-ticket-brokering-company-secondary-marketplace-for-concert-sporting-event-theater-tickets-sba-pre-qualified-80-000-affiliates/109347/

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Learn how to buy a business.
If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course.
You will learn:
• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍
• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers
• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads
• Maximize your chances of finding great deals
Show Notes: 
00:00 Intro 
02:30 Heather's business trip 
04:18 A Ticket brokering business 
10:25 One-man business challenges
11:19 Dropshipping inventory
13:06  Speculation Business
16:47 Travel +events + Affiliates
18:49 Ins and Outs of the Business
22:14 Is this a Pre-qualified business?
24:56 How Mills would run this business
29:36 Final Thoughts
31:48 Thumbs up /Thumbs down
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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, Heather, and Mills dig into a startup from Mexico that's all about Shopify apps. They chat about what the app does, how it's doing financially, and if it's got what it takes to grow. They also discuss the ups and downs of running a business in Mexico, the wild world of e-commerce on TikTok, and what might be in store for Shopify. 
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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael, Bill, and Heather discuss the potential acquisition of a cleanroom supplies company. They analyze the financials, market dynamics, risks, and growth opportunities associated with the deal. Despite uncertainties like customer concentration and reliance on qualified staff, the hosts express optimism due to the company's steady revenue growth, specialized market niche, and limited competition.

Check out the listing here:  https://gottesman-company.com/active_sellers/s-2937-50-tje/

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Heather introduces a business deal involving a medical health and wellness center located in Boston, Massachusetts, priced at $3.25 million with seller financing available. The team discusses the details, including the motivations for selling, such as retirement, and the presence of a motivated seller willing to stay on for transition. They analyze the business model, focusing on its weight loss program, high-margin products, and success rates, while delving into the complexities of ownership structure, marketing strategies, and potential regulatory challenges, particularly regarding medical supervision and billing. Despite differing opinions on the business's specialization and growth potential, they find intrigue in its financials and location, prompting further interest in exploring the opportunity.

Check out the listing here: https://www.bizbuysell.com/Business-Opportunity/medical-health-and-wellness-centers/2193221/

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Heather and Bill discuss a startup specializing in customized cartoon goods for anime fans. With an asking price of $1.28 million, the business has shown promising revenue and profit figures, operating mainly on Shopify and leveraging platforms like TikTok for marketing. Despite concerns about the short history of the business and potential risks associated with TikTok's uncertain future, there's excitement about its growth potential. Heather and Bill explore various aspects of the business, from its dependence on the owner's creativity to the potential for expansion into new markets like Amazon. They also touch on the evolving landscape of e-commerce, with platforms like TikTok Shops offering new opportunities for creators and sellers alike. Overall, while there are challenges to consider, there's optimism about the potential for strategic growth and success in this unique niche market.

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At the M&A Launchpad Conference, attendees will gain first-hand insights from over 30 industry experts who have masterfully navigated the journey of acquiring, operating, scaling, and ultimately selling businesses for significant returns, including Walker Deibel WSJ & USA Today bestselling author of Buy and Then Build.

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