Rolling Up EBITDA and Rents with Auto Repair Shops

Acquiring Minds

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Stephen Quindlen & Paul Westhart have found powerful multipliers that could yield huge returns in an unlikely industry.

Topics in Stephen and Paul’s interview:

  • Acquiring auto repair shops
  • Retaining talent by adding employee benefits
  • Fleet vs. passenger car business
  • Almost losing a foreman on day one
  • Why they love the Mountain West
  • Recruiting California workers to Idaho
  • Innovative real estate and business acquisition strategy
  • Offering quality service and strong warranties
  • Executing the SBA 504’s Green Loan strategy
  • Limitations of the SBA 7(a) loan for roll-ups

References and how to contact Stephen and Paul:

  • Stephen Quindlen - LinkedIn
  • Paul Westhart - LinkedIn
  • stephen.quindlen@bluewrench.com
  • paul.westhart@bluewrench.com
  • Blue Wrench

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