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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 $2M Gun Range Deal: Worth It or a Trap?
    Aug 29 2025

    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.

    💰 Sponsored by:
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    The team reviews a 40-year-old turnkey gun range and retail shop in Colorado listed for $2 million. The business reports $2.7M in revenue and $460K in SDE, supported by nearly $900K in inventory and a team of 13 employees. With seller financing available and a retiring owner, the opportunity comes with both operational history and growth potential.

    Key Highlights:
    - Asking price: $2M with $460K SDE on $2.7M revenue
    - Nearly $900K in inventory—likely included in price
    - Regulatory risk: environmental hazards, FFL complexity, shifting gun laws
    - Margins: Firearms have little to no margin; profits come from accessories and range
    - Nearby competing listing offers leaner ops with higher returns

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    23 mins
  • This E-Commerce Dental Business Might Be Dead Thanks to Tariffs
    Aug 26 2025

    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.

    💰 Sponsored by:
    🧠 Powered by Acquisition Lab — Founded by Harvard MBA Walker Deibel, Acquisition Lab is your blueprint for buying a business. Get expert guidance, world-class resources, and a community of serious buyers to help you navigate search, diligence, and acquisition with confidence. Apply now at https://www.acquisitionlab.com

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    This episode dives into a high-margin, B2B dental supply e-commerce business based in San Bernardino County, California. The business boasts $800K in revenue, over 2,500 customers, and sells fewer than 100 SKUs from a potential 3,000+. It's operated via Shopify with a purchasing coordinator in China and minimal owner involvement, and it’s being sold as a carve-out for $1.2M—including $200K in inventory.

    Key Highlights:
    - Asking Price: $1.2M on $800K in revenue (no cash flow disclosed)
    - 2,500 repeat dental customers and 60% returning customer rate
    - Operated through Shopify with Chinese sourcing
    - Major risk: loss of “de minimis” tariff exemption likely killed the margin
    - Sold as a carve-out with no formal P&L or financials

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

    Advertise with us by clicking here

    • 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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    21 mins
  • $550K Profit Just Doing Paperwork? This Deal Has Us Shocked
    Aug 22 2025

    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 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, overseeing $1T+ with loss rates under 0.5%. Higher returns than bonds, lower volatility than stocks—start earning today at https://www.heronfinance.com

    Capital Pad – The modern back office for dealmakers. Capital Pad helps acquisition entrepreneurs, searchers, and private equity firms streamline deal tracking, investor updates, and portfolio management — all in one easy-to-use platform. Explore more at https://www.capitalpad.com

    This week's deal is a Florida-based, relocatable FDA compliance business offering digital services like registration and agent support for food, drug, cosmetic, and medical product companies. With just $790K in revenue and $550K in EBITDA, its margins are astonishing—thanks largely to a contracted overseas team and minimal operational overhead.

    Key Highlights:
    - Asking price: $1.9M | Revenue: $790K | EBITDA: $550K
    - Business operates with just one employee and an overseas team
    - 70% net margins and 50% recurring revenue from renewals
    - Possible registered agent model for FDA compliance—highly specialized niche
    - Heather pre-approves the deal for SBA financing live on the show

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

    Advertise with us by clicking here

    • 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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    25 mins
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