Podcast · 130 episodes

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

by Bill D'Alessandro, Mills Snell, Heather Endresen, and Michael Girdley · English

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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Would You Buy This Business for $5 Million?The team reviews an SBA-approved, absentee-owned truck and van upfitting/truck equipment business asking $5M (San Bernardino County, CA).29 Sep 2026 · 41 min

Would You Buy This $3.6M/Year Flower Farm?A debate on whether to buy a large gladiolus flower farm in Bronson, Michigan (Great Lakes Glads), listed for $2M plus $800k real estate (not fully included), with $3.6M annual gross revenue, 2,850…25 Sep 2026 · 45 min

Buying a $3M Irrigation Business in CaliforniaThe episode discusses a potential acquisition of a specialized irrigation services business in West Hollywood, California (outside LA).22 Sep 2026 · 38 min

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The $12M Business Behind Global Car ShippingThe episode discusses a potential acquisition of a Tampa, Florida-based B2B auto transport and equipment rental business (founded 1991; “Website Closers” listing) asking $12M with $3.4M SDE on $4.1M…18 Sep 2026 · 33 min · 11 chapters

Would You Pay $1.3M for a “Med Spa” for Dogs?A franchise resale analysis of a “dog med spa” concept in Southwest Florida: a membership-driven pet wellness portfolio (dog washing/grooming/nail clipping/blowouts, plus add-on dental plaque…15 Sep 2026 · 37 min · 11 chapters

This Firewood Business Makes $375K... But Would You Buy It?A DFW, Texas firewood delivery business (seasonal) for sale, priced at $1.2M, with $1.25M revenue and $375K SDE.11 Sep 2026 · 30 min · 12 chapters

The $2M Aviation Business That Might Pay for ItselfThe hosts review a California flight school acquisition and discuss why it trades at ~2x SDE, focusing on capacity constraints (flight instructors), aircraft maintenance/capex risk, and tax…8 Sep 2026 · 38 min · 12 chapters

Would You Buy This Waterfront Restaurant for Millions?The hosts analyze a for-sale waterfront restaurant group in downtown Beaufort, South Carolina, originally focused on Saltus River Grill (802 Bay Street) but revealed mid-episode to be part of a…4 Sep 2026 · 35 min · 10 chapters

The $20 Million Coral Company That Nobody Knows AboutThe hosts discuss a California-based aquaculture wholesale distribution business selling live aquarium animals (aquarium fish, sea anemones, and corals).1 Sep 2026 · 31 min · 9 chapters

Would You Buy This Guitar Company for $99,000?A roundtable-style acquisition discussion about whether to buy Boomerang, a 28-year-old guitar pedal/looper sampler brand in San Diego for $99,000.28 Aug 2026 · 16 min · 10 chapters

The AI Business That ChatGPT Might DestroyAcquisitions Anonymous discusses an AI “digital assistant” subscription business (Closers) priced at about 1.5x earnings, and whether ChatGPT/Claude-style desktop apps will destroy it.25 Aug 2026 · 32 min · 12 chapters

Underwater Camera Manufacturing Business for SaleThe episode discusses an acquisition opportunity: a California-based underwater imaging camera/housing manufacturer (est. 1969) being sold for $1.0M.21 Aug 2026 · 31 min · 14 chapters

Would You Buy These Struggling Chicken Restaurants?The hosts and guest Alex Smirzniak (Franzi) analyze a live-for-sale four-unit quick-service restaurant franchise portfolio in the Southeast US.18 Aug 2026 · 52 min · 22 chapters

Would You Buy a 101-Year-Old Food Business?The episode discusses risks in buying businesses with fragile systems and unclear demand, and contrasts that with franchising’s documented playbooks.14 Aug 2026 · 34 min · 11 chapters

Would You Pay $6 Million for a Tent Rental Business?A Maryland, 30-year established tent rental business serving special events (weddings, galas, corporate events) is discussed as a potential acquisition at a $6M asking price.11 Aug 2026 · 26 min · 11 chapters

Inside a $3.4M Rodeo Supply BusinessThe hosts discuss deal-closing logistics with lenders, then evaluate a specific acquisition: a rodeo sports supply retailer in Maricopa County, Arizona (asking $1.0M; $387K SDE; $3.4M gross revenue;…7 Aug 2026 · 31 min · 16 chapters

Would You Buy a 30-Year-Old Book Bindery?A potential acquisition of a Massachusetts book bindery (asking price ~$1.1M) with ~30% operating margins, heavy equipment assets, and repeat commercial/corporate customers; discussion focuses on…4 Aug 2026 · 35 min · 12 chapters

This Alaska Gift Shop Makes $500K a Year... But There's a CatchA deep dive into an Alaska tourism gift/jewelry/art retailer (founded 1908) doing about $1.6M revenue and ~$512K adjusted EBITDA, asking ~$2.2–2.25M, plus ~$500K inventory and ~$92K FF&E.31 Jul 2026 · 46 min · 17 chapters

Would You Pay $6.75 Million for a Magnet Company?An industrial magnetics equipment company (“Magnetic Obsession”) for sale, priced at $6.75M for about $1.35M EBITDA (~5x).28 Jul 2026 · 46 min · 16 chapters

This Garage Business Made $590K… Then Everything ChangedA premium “garage interiors” franchisee resale (not the franchisor) is reviewed, focusing on why franchise resales differ from buying standalone businesses and how to diligence/bid them.24 Jul 2026 · 1 h 13 min · 26 chapters

The Amazon Agency With Dream Clients Falling From The SkyA Quiet Light Brokerage listing for an SBA-prequalified Amazon CPG (consumer packaged goods) agency, focusing on the agency business model, deal underwriting for SBA loans, and how buyers can win…21 Jul 2026 · 54 min · 20 chapters

Why Most Private Equity Pitch Decks Miss the PointHow Bill D’Alessandro and Mills evaluate private deal opportunities from an LP (limited partner) perspective, and why many private equity pitch decks miss the point.17 Jul 2026 · 40 min · 13 chapters

Would You Buy a $3.3M Taxidermy Company?The hosts review and debate a business-for-sale listing: a Reno, Nevada taxidermy company with $3.3M gross revenue and a $1.6M asking price, focusing on how little detail is provided in the listing…14 Jul 2026 · 32 min · 9 chapters

How One Small Factory Built a Business Around Hot Rods and NASCARMills Snell and Heather Anderson discuss a potential acquisition of a Northern California exhaust components manufacturer serving high-performance and racing markets, focusing on deal bankability for…10 Jul 2026 · 35 min · 15 chapters