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

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

By: Bill D'Alessandro Mills Snell Heather Endresen and Michael Girdley
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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
  • The Porn Blocker App That Prints $100K a Year
    Mar 3 2026

    In this episode the hosts break down a one-year-old “digital wellness” SaaS porn-blocking app doing ~$100K in profit from a single YouTube video—and debate whether it’s worth $600K or just a $30K rebuild with better marketing.

    Business Listing – https://flippa.com/12197961-1-porn-blocker-app-ios-windows-b2c-saas-196k-gross-161k-net-604-subs-10k-mrr-0-57-dispute-all-from-a-single-traffic-source-huge-untapped-growth

    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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    💰 Sponsored by:
    Viso Business Capital — Get the right SBA loan tailored to your acquisition needs with Heather Endresen’s firm. Sign up for a free live Q&A on SBA loans at https://www.visocap.net and click “Zoom Sign Up” in the top-right corner.

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    In this episode, the hosts break down a fascinating SaaS listing sourced from the University of South Carolina’s entrepreneurship-through-acquisition class. The target? A one-year-old porn-blocking “digital wellness” app based in Michigan generating $180K in gross revenue, ~$8.8K in monthly recurring revenue, and an eye-popping 85% margin—all driven by a single YouTube video.

    Key Highlights:
    - $180K gross revenue, ~$8.8K MRR, ~85% margins, ~600 subscribers
    - 100% of traffic from a single YouTube video (massive concentration risk)
    - Asking 5.6x multiple despite minimal infrastructure and inconsistent listing details
    - Easily replicable tech stack? Likely VPN-based content filtering
    - Major upside via influencer/UGC marketing in health & wellness channels

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    32 mins
  • This VR Biz Trains Forklift Drivers... and Makes Bank
    Feb 27 2026

    In this episode the hosts evaluate a $2.1M virtual reality forklift training business generating $600K+ in annual profit and debate whether it’s a durable industrial SaaS opportunity—or a niche hardware rental play facing automation headwinds.

    Business Listing – https://flippa.com/12243476-8-y-o-virtual-reality-training-and-workplace-development-platform

    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.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    💰 Sponsored by:
    Capital Pad – A platform connecting accredited investors with vetted small business acquisition deals. Discover exclusive opportunities at https://capitalpad.com

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    This week, the hosts review an 8-year-old Georgia-based virtual reality forklift training company listed for $2.14M on Flippa. Founded in 2017, the business generates approximately $50K/month in profit (~$600K annually) with 66% margins and a 3.5x earnings multiple. The company sells VR forklift simulators and software licenses to technical colleges and industrial clients, combining hardware kits with recurring licensing revenue.

    Key Highlights:
    - Asking Price: $2.14M (3.5x profit, ~2.3x revenue)
    - Location: Georgia-based VR forklift simulator company
    - Strong presence in technical college systems
    - Hybrid hardware + software model (not pure SaaS)
    - Major debate: long-term viability vs. automation & robotic forklifts

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    29 mins
  • Inside a $36M Countertop Business — Is This Deal Worth It?
    Feb 24 2026

    In this episode, the hosts analyze a $36M Florida-based vertically integrated countertop business with strong EBITDA—but big risks tied to real estate, cyclical new construction, and questionable growth potential.

    Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/premier-vertically-integrated-countertop-manufacturer-and-installer/2375304/

    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.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    💰 Sponsored by:
    Tonnesen Accounting Services - Tonnesen provides full quality of earnings reports trusted by buyers, lenders, and brokers on over $500 million in deals each year. Fast, detailed, and affordable. Visit tonnesenaccountingservices.com or connect with Josh Tonnesen on LinkedIn for a free consult.

    Viso Business Capital — Get the right SBA loan tailored to your acquisition needs with Heather Endresen’s firm. Sign up for a free live Q&A on SBA loans at https://www.visocap.net and click “Zoom Sign Up” in the top-right corner.

    This week’s deal features a $36M listing for a Florida-based, vertically integrated countertop manufacturer and installer doing $19.2M in revenue and $4.8M in EBITDA. The company serves primarily new residential construction customers, operating out of a 45,000-square-foot facility that's under 50% capacity, with real estate included in the asking price.

    Key Highlights:
    - $36M asking price, $4.8M EBITDA (~7.5x multiple)
    - Florida-based countertop fabrication & installation biz
    - Revenue: $19.2M; facility operating under 50% capacity
    - Primarily B2B—home builders, no showroom or retail model
    - Real estate included (45,000 sq ft), inventory only $50K

    Subscribe to weekly our Newsletter and get curated deals in your inbox

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    • Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel.
    • Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show!
    • Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations.

    For inquiries or suggestions, email us at contact@acquanon.com

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    29 mins
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