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Podcasts/Acquiring Minds
Acquiring MindsSeptember 9, 2024

Building a Portfolio of Nostalgia Restaurants

with Jackson Speaks

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

The Deal

Industry
restaurants (nostalgia-themed)
State
FL
Purchase Price
$5.0M
Multiple (SDE)
5.0x
Year
2023
LTV at Close
90%
Deal Source
direct outreach

Financing Structure

SBA 7(a)
Seller Note
Buyer Equity

Strategic Rationale

Scaling a "nostalgia" thesis with multi-unit operations that have proven scalability and loyal customers.

Post-Acquisition Performance

Combined EBITDA increasing; implemented POS systems, online ordering, and price adjustments.

The LenderHawk View

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