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Buying a small business is the best financial decision you'll ever make.
& it’s never been easier to buy one...
Here are my top 8:
1) Car Wash
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Buying a small business is the
#1
way to build generational wealth.
Here are my top 7 right now:
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I've acquired 3 home service SMBs.
While they might be "lame," they sure are lucrative, I'll tell you that.
Want to buy one for yourself?
Follow me
@TheSMBInvestor
to learn how.
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Car Washes are one of the simplest businesses you can own.
This one makes $2,400,000/year.
Here’s a closer look at the numbers, where it’s located & who should buy it:
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Baby Boomers own ~2.34M small businesses.
By 2030?
75M of them will retire.
We are currently witnessing the largest wealth transfer in HISTORY.
Read this if you want to take part:
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There’s nothing better than a boring business.
Here are 7 businesses anyone can buy (to build life-changing wealth):
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Buying a small business can make you a millionaire.
Here’s a list of my top 50:
1. ATM Routes
2. Car Washes
3. Accounting Firms
4. Senior Home Care
5. Manufacturing
6. Window Cleaning
7. Pressure Washing
8. Assisted Living
9. Trucking
10. SaaS
11. Towing & Recovery
12.
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Everyone should own an ATM Route.
This one makes $800k+ per year.
Here’s a look at the numbers, where it’s located, and who the business is best for:
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It takes one deal to set you up for life.
If you want financial freedom, buy one of these 7 small businesses:
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We are currently witnessing the largest wealth transfer in HISTORY.
By 2030, 75M Boomers will retire.
If you want to take part in this modern-day gold rush, read this:
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HVAC companies are in constant demand.
This one makes $500k+ per year.
Here’s a closer look at the numbers, where it’s located & who should buy it:
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You can never trust the markets.
That's why everyone should own a small, boring business to protect themselves.
Here are 15 reasons why:
1. Stability. Small, boring businesses usually operate in stable industries (with consistent demand).
2. Predictable Revenue. These
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There’s a massive misconception that you need to be rich to buy a business.
That ends right now.
Here are 4 different funding methods (that the average person can use to get rich):
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A time like this may never come again.
With 75M Boomers retiring over the next decade, we have a golden opportunity…
This is the REAL Great Resignation.
And it will make millionaires, here’s how:
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Investing in a small business will change your financial future.
But 95% of people think they need to be rich to buy one.
I’ve acquired 3 SMBs ($45M+ valuation).
Here are 4 financing methods you can use (so everyone can participate):
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, small businesses have a failure rate of:
• 20% in their first 2 years
• 45% in their first 5 years
• 65% in their first 10 years
The odds of long-term success are slim.
But there is a safer option:
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99% of people are afraid to buy a business.
Why?
Because they’re uninformed.
So here’s a list of the 10 most common questions I see (answers included):
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Everyone should own a small business as a second stream of income.
Sadly, most people think they’re almost impossible to acquire.
Here’s how to buy one before the end of 2024:
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Would you buy this business?
It makes $7.5M/year.
Here’s what it is, a look at the numbers, and who this business would be best for:
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Buying a business is one thing.
Scaling it is another.
Most people think they can walk into a deal, buy the business, and ride off into the sunset with their newly acquired cash flow.
Not true.
It’s like buying a plant without watering it.
Scale is the only way you’re going
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The
#1
most overlooked aspect of business acquisition:
Revenue unlocks.
You can buy a business and instantly improve these 5 things to make more money:
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7) Junk Removal Service
Everyone knows someone who has too much stuff (and nowhere to put it).
People will gladly pay you to take it away.
Junk Removal is:
• Recession resistant
• Simple to scale
• Easy to fulfill
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1) Self Serve Car Wash
These self-serve car washes make bank.
They offer:
• Vacuuming
• Washing
• Waxing
They’re also super automated (low-staff).
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5) Laundromat
People will always need to wash their clothes.
With a laundromat, you get:
• Predictable, passive income
• Simple operations
• Automation
Plus, there are tons of them up for sale.
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4) Storage Facility
Storage facilities will always be in demand.
They're low maintenance due to:
• Automated access systems
• Little daily management
• Recurring payments
Storage is a home-run type of business.
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They might be lame, but they’re lucrative.
• Recurring revenue
• Simple to operate
• Recession-proof
The barrier to entry has never been lower.
Opportunity has never been higher.
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3) Storage Facility
Storage facilities will always be in demand.
They're low maintenance due to:
• Automated access systems
• Little daily management
• Recurring payments
Storage is a home-run type of business.
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5) Pressure Washing
The great thing about pressure washing is that most people need it.
Whether it be:
Your driveway.
Your house.
Your car.
There’s plenty of opportunity here.
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If you want to buy a business with no money down:
1) Look for distressed businesses
2) Negotiate a deal with the owner
3) Use seller financing or find investors
4) Turn the business around and profit
It's not easy, but it's possible with creativity and persistence.
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There are many different financing methods for all investors and situations.
No excuse to be stuck on the sidelines.
If you want to dive deeper into how “The Silver Tsunami” can impact your life…
Follow
@TheSMBInvestor
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3) Laundromat
People will always need to wash their clothes.
With a laundromat, you get:
• Predictable, passive income
• Simple operations
• Automation
Plus, there are tons of them up for sale.
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Feel stuck in the 9 to 5 grind?
Owning a business could be your freedom ticket.
Dive deeper with me.
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5) Home Services
I've acquired 3 home service businesses.
They’re great because there are 140,000,000 homes in America alone.
A few examples:
• Residential Painting
• Window Washing
• Home Cleaning
• Landscaping
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You can replace your 9 to 5 income with just one of these “boring” businesses.
By mastering the art of:
• Delegation
• AI & Automation
• Business operations
You can do this dozens of times.
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Dreaming of buying a local business within 15 miles?
Unlock 12 strategies for a focused acquisition search:
1. Start with PPP loan data in your area, narrowing down to the top 200 using your criteria. Reach out via email or cold call to the top 25 to engage directly...
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Navigating the jungle of business acquisition? 🌿
Here's a jewel I discovered: you don't need to be a millionaire to own a profitable business. It's all about leveraging what you have and knowing where to look.
Let's debunk myths and open doors. Ready?
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The best part is that these businesses are boring, everyday gold mines.
5 examples:
1. Self-Serve Car Washes
2. Oil Change Services
3. Accounting Firms
4. Laundromats
5. ATMs
Here’s what makes them so great:
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This shift is going to make millionaires.
Hundreds of thousands of businesses MUST exchange hands over the next decade.
If you buy the right one?
Jackpot.
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1) Pool Cleaning Company
If you find the right market, pool cleaning companies offer massive potential.
Why?
They have recurring revenue.
They have add-on services.
They have a low multiple.
Pool cleaning is a solid niche to serve.
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6) ATM Route
An ATM Route is great for:
• Recession resistance
• Steady cash flow
• Passive income
When people take money out of the machine, they have to pay a surcharge.
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1) Cross-Selling and Upselling Opportunities
Most businesses want new customers.
But they often either forget or don’t know how to maximize the value of existing ones.
This is a HUGE revenue unlock.
Why make things more difficult?
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2) Self Serve Car Wash
These self-serve car washes make bank.
They offer:
• Vacuuming
• Washing
• Waxing
They’re also super automated (low-staff).
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2) Unrealized Customer Segments
A lot of businesses don’t fully capitalize on all their potential customer segments.
Identifying and marketing to these overlooked groups can unlock new revenue streams.
A little goes a long way here.
Don’t sleep on other segments.
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Before buying a business, ask yourself:
- What unique value does it offer?
- How strong is the customer base?
- Are the financials sound?
- What is the growth potential?
- Can you add value and make it better?
Don't just buy for the sake of ownership, buy for success.
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7) Laundromats
People will always need to wash their clothes.
With a laundromat, you get:
• Predictable, passive income
• Simple operations
• Automation
Plus, there are tons of them up for sale.
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1) Junk Removal Service
Everyone knows someone who has too much stuff (and nowhere to put it).
People will gladly pay you to take it away.
Junk Removal is:
• Recession resistant
• Simple to scale
• Easy to fulfill
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Interested in acquiring a small business but need financing? Look into SBA loans - they can help you secure the funding you need to make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality.
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4) Cash.
Cash is rare, but it’s easy to understand.
Typically, you want to use other people’s capital to acquire a small business.
If there are ways to use less of your money (to invest elsewhere), why not do it?
Creative financing is key.
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3) Self Serve Car Wash
These self-serve car washes make bank.
They offer:
• Vacuuming
• Washing
• Waxing
They’re also super automated (low-staff).
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3) Operational Efficiency
This is probably the most common way to increase a business's revenue.
You can do things like:
• AI integrations
• SOP improvement
• Strategic delegation
Streamlining operations to reduce costs without sacrificing quality is a cheat code.
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~2.34M Boomers own boring, old-school businesses essential to society.
1. Automotive Maintenance
2. Property Management
3. Wealth Management
4. Storage Facilities
5. ATM Routes
I could sit here all day and name them.
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There are quite literally millions of small businesses out there, making bank.
That’s the good news.
Ready for the even better news?
They’re more than ready to be bought.
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4) Pricing Strategies
Adjusting pricing models, whether through:
• Dynamic pricing
• Tiered options
• Bundling
Can unlock significant revenue.
Many businesses fail to experiment with pricing, leaving money on the table.
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This business is best for someone who’s looking for a “low-hassle” opportunity.
With:
• Detailed reporting
• Efficient systems
• Remote access
It’s perfect for simple management.
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2) Waste Management
I think we can all agree that waste management is a very timeless business.
Humans will always produce waste.
Waste Management:
• Can survive the worst recession
• Provides recurring revenue
• Is an essential service
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Anyone can use these funding methods.
Want to learn more about the ins and outs of acquiring a small business?
Follow
@TheSMBInvestor
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6) Home Services
I've acquired 3 home service businesses.
They’re great because there are 140,000,000 homes in America alone.
A few examples:
• Residential Painting
• Window Washing
• Home Cleaning
• Landscaping
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2) Seller Financing.
Seller financing is a great way to acquire.
If the owner is willing to do it, they know the business will pay them back over time.
This ensures profitability because they’re confident the business CAN pay them back.
A great option for business buyers.
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4) ATM Route
An ATM Route is great for:
• Recession resistance
• Steady cash flow
• Passive income
When people take money out of the machine, they have to pay a surcharge.
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7) Accounting Firms
Our financial systems are only becoming more complex and sophisticated.
Accounting firms offer services like:
• Tax planning
• Bookkeeping
• Financial planning
They're an essential service for sure.
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Let’s say you were to buy a $1.5M business.
The bank might bring $1.05M (70%) where as you would need to bring $450k.
For your portion, you can get creative with how you come up with the money.
Like investors or seller financing.
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6) Senior Home Care
75M Boomers will retire by 2030.
So it’s no secret that a large chunk of the population will soon need extra care.
The demand is there…
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1) Conventional Loan.
Conventional loans will usually have a lower rejection rate (compared to SBA).
The problem?
It's hard to find a bank that'll give you one
There's just more legwork.
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5) Monetizing Data
Today, the world runs on data.
While the business you’re operating might not focus on its data collection…
It can still be monetized.
Creativity is key here.
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Location: Miami, Florida.
This ATM Route consists of 57 machines at gas stations and convenience stores.
The business is owner-operated.
Time investment: 12 hours per week.
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4) Turn the business around and profit
To turn the business around:
• Cut costs
• Improve marketing and branding
• Streamline operations
If you can turn the business around, you will profit.
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SBA loans have longer repayment terms, typically 7-10 years, and lower interest rates than traditional loans.
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9) Make it a success.
Develop a strategic plan for the future, and continue to evaluate and improve the business.
Use your expertise and goals to maximize the business's potential.
Buying a business can be a smart move, but be prepared to put in the work to make it a success.
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Let’s say you were to buy a $1.5M business.
The bank might bring $1.05M (70%) where as you would need to bring $450k.
For your portion, you can get creative with how you come up with the money.
Like investors or seller financing.
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1) Conventional Loan.
Conventional loans will usually have a lower rejection rate (compared to SBA).
The problem?
It's hard to find a bank that'll give you one
There's just more legwork.
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3) SBA Loan.
This is one of the more common (or more talked about) ways to acquire a business.
SBA loans let you take up to 90% leverage (up to $5M) for a small business.
Let's say the business is $1M.
SBA Loan = 90% ($900k)
Downpayment = 10% ($100k)
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Buying a franchise is like paying someone for the opportunity to be tied down to their rules and restrictions.
Take a leap of faith in yourself and build something unique instead.
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Here’s what you need to know.
If you start studying the different financing methods now, you can get rich later.
I’m talking about:
• SBA Loans
• Seller-Financing
• Using investor capital
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Buying a business is a major decision, but it could be the best move of your life.
Here's a step-by-step guide to buying a business and making it a success:
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3) SBA Loan.
This is one of the more common (or more talked about) ways to acquire a business.
SBA loans let you take up to 90% leverage (up to $5M) for a small business.
Let's say the business is $1M.
SBA Loan = 90% ($900k)
Downpayment = 10% ($100k)
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2) Accounting Firms
Our financial systems are only becoming more complex and sophisticated.
Accounting firms offer services like:
• Tax planning
• Bookkeeping
• Financial planning
They're an essential service for sure.
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I hope this clears up some of your questions or misconceptions.
If you want to learn more about business acquisition…
Follow
@TheSMBInvestor
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3) Use seller financing or find investors
If the owner agrees to the deal, you can:
• Use seller financing to pay back the owner over time
• Find investors who believe in the business turnaround plan
Seller financing is when the owner acts as your lender.
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It almost seems like a no-brainer.
Because the struggle isn’t worth it.
• Market Shifts
• Competitors
• Operations
• Marketing
• Mistakes
• Hiring
It’s a lot of work to risk going out of business after a few years in the game.
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The Numbers…
🏷️ Price: $1,900,000
💰 Revenue: $802,930
💸 Cash Flow: $452,083
Assuming you want to put down 10% on this business, you’re looking at $190,000.
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7) Secure financing.
Determine how you'll finance the purchase:
• SBA loans
• Bank financing
• Venture capital
• Personal savings or investments
Secure financing before making an offer.
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But first, why are the Boomers selling?
A few reasons:
• They have no one to take the business
• They can’t adapt to the markets
• They simply want to retire
Plus, a nice chunk of change before they exit the workforce sounds nice, right?
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Anyone can use these financing methods.
Want to learn more about the ins and outs of acquiring a small business?
Follow
@TheSMBInvestor
.
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What did I miss?
If you want to learn more about business acquisition and how it can set you financially free…
Follow
@TheSMBInvestor
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9) Make it a success.
Develop a strategic plan for the future, and continue to evaluate and improve the business.
Use your expertise and goals to maximize the business's potential.
Buying a business can be a smart move, but be prepared to put in the work to make it a success.
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