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Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operating

Bill D'Alessandro, Mills Snell, Heather Endresen, and Michael Girdleywww.acquanon.com

Jump into the world of business acquisitions with hosts Bill D'Alessandro, Mills Snell, Heather Endresen, and Michael Girdley. 

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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Episodes

Would You Pay $11M for Two Car Washes?

In this episode the hosts dissect a two‑location Virginia car wash business listed at $10.999 M with ~$940K cash flow and debate whether it’s a real estate play or a tough operating bet. Business Listing – https://www.empirebusiness.com/business-opportunity/10056/2-car-wash-locations-in-virginia-579956/ 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: M...

Oct 31, 202531 minEp. 446

How Much Is a Hurricane Shutter Company REALLY Worth?

A storm-ready shutter business with $1.3M in profit and a million-dollar backlog gets picked apart for pricing, growth potential, and tricky deal terms. Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/north-carolina-hurricane-shutter-business/2298331/ 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: Go High Level – The all-in-one sale...

Oct 28, 202538 minEp. 445

$5M Mobility Business: Solid Franchise or Aging Market Risk?

A profitable multi-location mobility solutions franchise is under the microscope in this episode, with the team digging into payer mix, growth potential, and the real value of a franchise model. Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/established-leader-in-mobility-and-accessibility-solutions/2225890/ 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...

Oct 24, 202532 minEp. 444

How Ghost Gear Tech Built a Paranormal Equipment Empire

In this Halloween-ready episode, a ghost-hunting equipment business with sky-high margins and questionable ethics gets the full deep dive. Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/profitable-ghost-hunting-equipment-brand-original-designs-growing/2383182/ 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: Main Street Summit – Join...

Oct 21, 202523 minEp. 443

Would You Pay $16M for a Crypto News Site?

In this episode, the hosts dissect a $16M listing for a crypto news media company claiming $6M in revenue—raising serious questions about valuation, legitimacy, and what the business actually does. Business Listing – https://www.loopnet.com/biz/business-opportunity/top-10-crypto-news-media-brand-global-syndication-6-5m-revenue/2358000/ 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...

Oct 17, 202532 minEp. 442

Inside a $26M Industrial Inspection Device Company

A $12M revenue, $3.8M EBITDA “Project Lucid” branded inspection device distributor sparks heated debate on IP risk, exclusivity with its manufacturer, and the eyebrow-raising $5M liquid funds buyer requirement. Business Listing – https://www.caldergr.com/business-listing/306-project-lucid-branded-inspection-device-company/#inquire 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 grow...

Oct 14, 202530 minEp. 441

Inside a $1.5M Pool Service Company Making $450K Profit

A long-standing Northeastern Ohio pool service company with ~$1.95M revenue and ~$454k EBITDA is up for sale at ~3x SDE, sparking debate on seasonality, retail real estate, and debt structures in a niche where private equity rarely ventures. Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/pool-service-company-in-northeastern-ohio/2332791/ Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about ...

Oct 10, 202534 minEp. 440

Buying a Viral Cat Video Empire? Think Twice Before You Do

A “too-good-to-be-true?” SBA-prequalified cat-content brand with 3.9M Facebook followers, ~$872–$920k revenue and ~95% margins sparks a lively debate on platform risk, AI headwinds, and creative deal structures to de-risk the buy. Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/listings/17899268/ 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: Go High Level ...

Oct 07, 202538 minEp. 439

KidStrong Franchise Deal: Smart Buy or Overpriced Risk?

In this episode, a $5.1M portfolio of seven KidStrong gyms in Texas is analyzed for its valuation, investor fit, and whether a multi-location kids fitness business is a scalable opportunity or operational headache. Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/turnkey-multi-unit-kidstrong-franchise-opportunity-in-texas/2381018/ Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, o...

Oct 03, 202522 minEp. 438

How This Restoration Franchise Makes Nearly $500K Profit

In this episode, the hosts break down a high-margin Blue Kangaroo Packouts franchise resale in Charlotte, NC, highlighting its unique niche in content restoration and the risks of unpredictable revenue cycles. Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/established-and-thriving-blue-kangaroo-packoutz-franchise/2410070/ Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operatin...

Sep 30, 202526 minEp. 437

This RV Training Business Prints $3M a Year

In this episode, the hosts analyze a $9.5M revenue RV technician school with $2.8M profit, high regulatory barriers, and a tricky $6M real estate kicker. Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/listings/12510300/ 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: Acquisition Lab – Your fast-track to business ownership. Get hands-on support, world-class ...

Sep 26, 202530 minEp. 436

How a Niche SEO Site Prints 95% Margins

In this episode, the hosts dig into a hyper-niche listing—DudeRanch.com, a $50K profit solo project that's the ultimate lifestyle business for someone who loves SEO, horses, and freedom. Business Listing – https://x.com/searchbound/status/1957128051973656683 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: OpenPhone – A modern business phone for startup...

Sep 23, 202533 minEp. 435

You DON'T Want to Buy This $15M Healthcare Call Center Business

In this episode, the hosts dissect a fast-growing healthcare call center business with $4M EBITDA—and major risks around customer concentration, compliance, and workforce churn. Business Listing – https://view.generational.deals/?qs=8a49d003d042ac87b1f83ac25a5e010857481ce24a855bec1732a67b0123f8fbca2acbb8b52a738808cc8dbae51ca8ba778b09622a79bce1a3c73329b056f81b73624ce434606bfc3f23118059290a12 Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down b...

Sep 19, 202531 minEp. 434

This Horse Training School Built a Massive Social Media Following - Now It's For Sale?!

In this episode, the hosts dive into a highly profitable farrier school in Idaho with strong margins, lifestyle perks, and a YouTube-famous founder—but its future hinges on whether the influencer behind it stays involved. Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/equestrian-industry-school/2397257/ 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...

Sep 16, 202532 minEp. 433

The $6.5M OnlyFans AI Empire For Sale

In this episode, the hosts break down a jaw-dropping $6.5M AI-driven OnlyFans agency for sale—raising questions about revenue math, adult industry risks, and whether it's genius or just gross. Business Listing – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EXFqF7L2x2LeM5ncFNfDEqRk6iRhDHiT/view?usp=sharing 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: Verivend — ...

Sep 12, 202532 minEp. 432

Would You Risk Millions on This IV Clinic Franchise?

In this episode, the hosts dissect a $12M IV therapy franchise deal in oil-rich Midland, Texas—and uncover a mix of sketchy math, questionable branding, and a saturated niche market. 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: Verivend is the only platform purpose-built for independent sponsors and private market investors who want to move faster a...

Sep 09, 202528 minEp. 431

This Golf Club Could Make $600K a Year… Or Bankrupt You

In this episode, the hosts break down a $4.6M rural golf course deal with sketchy financials, a possible connection to Blackwater, and more red flags than a PGA tournament. Business Listing – https://www.loopnet.com/biz/business-opportunity/the-golf-club-and-grill-at-eagle-creek/1870370/ 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: OpenPhone – The s...

Sep 05, 202533 minEp. 430

The $1.4M Liquor Store That Prints $500K/Year

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- 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: Verivend – The ...

Sep 02, 202534 minEp. 429

The $2M Gun Range Deal: Worth It or a Trap?

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. 💰 Sponso...

Aug 29, 202523 minEp. 428

This E-Commerce Dental Business Might Be Dead Thanks to Tariffs

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. 💰...

Aug 26, 202521 minEp. 427

$550K Profit Just Doing Paperwork? This Deal Has Us Shocked

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. 💰 Sponsored by: Heron Finance – build a personalized private credit...

Aug 22, 202525 minEp. 426

Would You Pay $2M for a 70-Year-Old Sandwich Factory?

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/ 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...

Aug 19, 202527 minEp. 425

Why This Once-$22M Flatpack Furniture Company Is Worth Almost Nothing Now

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. Sponsored by: Heron Finance – build a personalized private credit portfolio for steady monthly income—without the market rollercoaster. In minutes, take a quiz, see your custom plan, and invest in 12+ top-tier funds from managers like Ares, Apollo, and KKR, o...

Aug 15, 202530 minEp. 424

Would You Pay $18M for a Metal Fab Biz That’s Only 5 Years Old?

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 Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down ...

Aug 12, 202520 minEp. 423

This Dryer Vent Franchise Makes $130K a Year—Would You Buy It?

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. 💼 Sponsor...

Aug 08, 202518 minEp. 422

This Horse Transport Company Makes $100K - But Is It Worth It?

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 Anonymo...

Aug 05, 202522 minEp. 421

Why This $12M SaaS Might Be a Massive Broker Trick

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 loo...

Aug 04, 202517 minEp. 420

This Dairy Farm Makes $2.6M EBITDA… But in Romania

In this episode, the hosts debate the acquisition of a €20M dairy farm in Romania, balancing its EU certifications, solar power, and commodity risks against complex operations and geopolitical uncertainty. Business Listing – https://mergerscorp.com/property/profitable-exclusive-dairy-farm/ 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: Acquisition Lab...

Jul 29, 202519 minEp. 419

A $6M Cashflow Business Built in 18 Months

In this episode, the hosts dissect a $25M listing for an ultra-premium executive networking platform with jaw-dropping EBITDA—and even more jaw-dropping red flags. Business Listing – https://www.websiteclosers.com/businesses/prestigious-networking-platform-for-entrepreneurs-business-owners-high-net-worth-individuals-6x-growth-trends-in-2025-34-us-chapters-scaling-to-100/114587/ Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for...

Jul 25, 202522 minEp. 418

Is this Med Spa/Urgent Care deal a hard pass?

In this episode, the hosts break down an overpriced, confusingly diversified urgent care and med spa hybrid in Orange County, exploring why it's unlikely to trade at the asking price. Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/Business-Opportunity/urgent-care-for-kids-and-adults-full-service-plus-med-spa-3405-sqft/2323118/ 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 t...

Jul 22, 202516 minEp. 417
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