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Podcasts/Acquiring Minds
Acquiring MindsFebruary 24, 2025✓ Verified in SBA records

Back from the Brink: When Everybody Quits Day 1

with Jack Carr · Rapid Response

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LenderHawk analysis. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Acquiring Minds.

The Deal

Business
Rapid Response
Industry
HVAC
State
TN
Purchase Price
$620K
Multiple (SDE)
2.5x
Year
2022
Financing
SBA 7a
Deal Source
bizbuysell

Financing Structure

SBA 7(a)

Strategic Rationale

Leverage technical knowledge in a fast-growing market with an established customer base.

Post-Acquisition Performance

Grew revenue from $780k to $3M; survived day-one tech walkout.

The LenderHawk View

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10
Median Spread
P + 2.13%
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Matched SBA Loan Records

SBA loan filings we matched to this deal

Cadence Bank95%
$210KP + 2.75%FY2025
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association85%
$25KP + 5.25%FY2012
The Huntington National Bank85%
$56KP + 1.05%FY2011

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