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Acquiring MindsJuly 6, 2023✓ Verified in SBA records

Snowball Effect: Getting to $45m in 3 Years

with Amir Haboosheh · Anderson Air

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

The Deal

Business
Anderson Air
Industry
HVAC business (home services)
State
AR
Year
2020
Revenue at Purchase
$10.0M
Deal Source
proprietary

Financing Structure

Investor Equity
Investor Equity

Strategic Rationale

Consolidation of home services to leverage multiple expansion and professionalize.

Post-Acquisition Performance

Grew from $10M to $20M+ in revenue; expanded workforce to 70+.

The LenderHawk View

Real lenders that finance similar deals

Active Lenders
10
Median Spread
P + 2.50%
Top Lenders
Arvest Bank14 deals
Simmons Bank6 deals
Live Oak Banking Company5 deals
U.S. Bank, National Association4 deals
Banc of California4 deals
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Key Takeaways

  • 1Maintain existing brand equity and employee identity rather than rebranding acquired businesses under holding company umbrella
  • 2Hire experienced general managers from larger comparable businesses to provide credibility and stability during transition
  • 3Implement collaborative leadership workshops and EOS-light frameworks to drive growth and empower local management teams
  • 4Provide comprehensive benefits packages and equity ownership opportunities to attract and retain skilled tradespeople
  • 5Invest in digital marketing and SEO infrastructure to generate demand and keep technician pipelines full

Matched SBA Loan Records

SBA loan filings we matched to this deal

Armstrong Bank95%
$925KP + 2.75%FY2010
Arvest Bank95%
$185KP + 2.25%FY2016
First Financial Bank95%
$1.9MP + 1.75%FY2011

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