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Podcasts/Acquiring Minds
Acquiring MindsMarch 30, 2026

How to Acquire 25 Franchise Units in 2.5 Years

with Jack Foster · Meineke

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

The Deal

Business
Meineke
Industry
automotive services/car maintenance
Purchase Price
$1.2M
Year
2023
LTV at Close
42%

Financing Structure

Buyer Equity
$1.2M

Strategic Rationale

Consolidation strategy in a legacy franchise brand with non-discretionary demand.

Post-Acquisition Performance

Strong organic growth; foundation for a 25-unit portfolio.

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Matched SBA Loan Records

SBA loan filings we matched to this deal

Mortgage Capital Development C85%
$566KFY2025
Byline Bank85%
$225KP + 2.75%FY2016
CRF Small Business Loan Company, LLC85%
$335KP + 2.50%FY2017

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The full narrative — the personal details, the hard moments, the host conversation — only lives in the original. Go listen.

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