Michael Girdley's Newsletter

Michael Girdley's Newsletter explores diverse investment opportunities, from parallel entrepreneurship and unique business sales to real estate projects and investment deals across various industries. The newsletter offers insights into the profitability, risks, and operational strategies associated with these ventures, aiming to provide a weekly digest of intriguing deals and business ideas.

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The hottest Substack posts of Michael Girdley's Newsletter

And their main takeaways

For Sale: An Incredible Money-Printing Crossword Business

137 implied HN points • 16 Aug 22
  1. Crossword business for sale with extraordinary profit margin and revenue
  2. Organic web traffic essential for profitability but comes with risks
  3. Dependence on Google and cautious evaluation of brokers are critical factors in purchasing online businesses

I'm in love with the Sea Bags business.

78 implied HN points • 05 Aug 22
  1. Making products from recycled materials can be profitable.
  2. Luxury businesses can have high profit margins.
  3. Having the right person to run a business can be crucial for success.

For Sale: Chain of Aquarium and Nature Centers

58 implied HN points • 30 May 22
  1. A chain of 13 conservation-centric nature and aquarium centers is for sale/investment.
  2. Amusement center businesses like these can be very profitable when successful.
  3. It's important to consider potential risks like declining mall health or unexpected events impacting visitor numbers.
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Internet Business for Sale at 1.2x Profits

39 implied HN points • 28 Jan 22
  1. Internet business for sale at 1.2x profits.
  2. The business includes domain names, applications, software, and methodologies.
  3. Buyer is limiting bidders to those who can invest in cash and operate the business.

Transportation Compliance Service Business for Sale

39 implied HN points • 24 Dec 21
  1. Transportation compliance service business for sale with good revenue and margins.
  2. Niche market with few competitors due to the service being in regular demand.
  3. Outsourcing for trucking companies, essential but not a strategic advantage.

Social Betting on the Blockchain

39 implied HN points • 17 Sep 21
  1. Melange is a startup focusing on social prediction markets on the Solana blockchain.
  2. Their unique market structure reduces betting costs by 95%.
  3. They aim to become the monopoly for online betting and handle every bet in the world.

13 FedEx Routes for Sale

39 implied HN points • 10 Sep 21
  1. You can buy FedEx delivery routes and run the business for yourself.
  2. These routes offer benefits like a stake in the FedEx network and tax advantages.
  3. However, there's risk involved with being dependent on a single vendor like FedEx.

Marine Boat Dealer for Sale

19 implied HN points • 21 Dec 21
  1. The post is about a marine boat dealership for sale with a tight bid deadline.
  2. Dealerships have advantages like limited competition for sales and ability to handle repair and maintenance work.
  3. The dealership in question seems to be doing well in terms of growth, profitability, and having relationships with manufacturers.

Wine & Spirits Awards Business for Sale

19 implied HN points • 17 Dec 21
  1. There are business opportunities in the industry of giving out awards to help businesses stand out.
  2. Wine industry awards business can be profitable due to the vast number of wineries seeking attention.
  3. Before investing in such a business, it's important to assess its sustainability and ethics.

Search Fund Investment Opportunity in Dallas Turf Grass Company Target

19 implied HN points • 03 Dec 21
  1. The investment opportunity is in an artificial turf grass installation company in Dallas with promising market trends.
  2. The search fund team is highly responsive and has a clear communication style, showing strong commitment.
  3. Consider analyzing the real exit potential and the impact of growth from COVID before deciding to invest.

Online Conservative Media Group For Sale

19 implied HN points • 19 Nov 21
  1. An online conservative media group is for sale, targeting Baby Boomers with diverse readership and revenue from online ads.
  2. Brands building around political affiliations like conservatism can be successful in creating a loyal following.
  3. Concerns about the aging Boomer audience and the balance between misinformation and actual reporting in conservative publications.

Search Fund Deal in the DevOps MSP Space

19 implied HN points • 02 Oct 21
  1. Search fund deal involves acquiring a managed service provider in the DevOps space.
  2. DevOps a niche with demand due to its importance and skilled talent scarcity.
  3. Success depends on talent retention, scaling operations, and effective go-to-market strategy.

Weekly Deal: Niche Industry Publication

19 implied HN points • 20 Aug 21
  1. A leading livestock industry publication is for sale.
  2. Building a complementary business can be a lucrative strategy.
  3. Understanding market dynamics is crucial when considering acquiring such publications.

One interesting deal in your inbox, every week.

0 implied HN points • 18 Aug 21
  1. Weekly sharing of interesting deals like SMB, VC, PE, or RE.
  2. Receive a deal in your inbox each week to explore further.
  3. Not investment advice, just sharing interesting deals for consideration.

One Interesting Deal: Lego eCommerce Business

0 implied HN points • 27 Aug 21
  1. A Lego eCommerce business is for sale and operates from a small 400sqft space.
  2. There are questions about the business's relationship with Lego and its potential for expansion, like through a website or subscription model.
  3. Readers are encouraged to share their ideas on expanding the business on Twitter or by email.

Underground Bunker for Sale

0 implied HN points • 28 Aug 21
  1. A decommissioned missile base is being sold as an underground bunker for $550k.
  2. Originally designed as a last line of defense against Soviet ICBMs.
  3. The listing includes comprehensive website with videos, photos, and more information.

Salesforce Consultancy

0 implied HN points • 03 Sep 21
  1. Rare opportunity to acquire a Salesforce consultancy business in the Southeast.
  2. Consulting in this niche offers potential with Salesforce's growing market.
  3. Listing shows 3x profits, worth considering despite cautious approach.

Seed Stage BioTech Co backed by Peter Thiel

0 implied HN points • 24 Sep 21
  1. A BioTech company has developed a cheap and reversible gene therapy for humans and pets.
  2. Investors like Peter Thiel are supporting the company's seed round.
  3. The treatment has the potential to address diseases like cardiovascular disease, muscle wasting, and inflammation.

Tech Private Equity Deal with 12% Cash Yield

0 implied HN points • 27 Sep 21
  1. Tech private equity deal with 12% cash yield
  2. Deal done at an attractive low multiple in the tech space with 98% recurring revenue
  3. Investors can expect a 12% annual return paid in cash quarterly

Vinyl Record Subscription Service for Sale

0 implied HN points • 29 Oct 21
  1. Vinyl record subscription service is a profitable business niche focusing on a dedicated customer base.
  2. Subscription box businesses can benefit from scaling with potential for cost savings and vendor support.
  3. Consider the challenges of physical products, niche market, and balancing customer acquisition costs when venturing into a subscription service business.

Turkey Farm for Sale in Kentucky

0 implied HN points • 26 Nov 21
  1. Turkey/poultry farm in Kentucky is for sale with an annual income of $1.2mm.
  2. Listing mentions being under contract to Tyson foods which limits pricing power.
  3. Investors are skeptical about fixing the customer side problem and leverage against Tyson due to their strong position.

Custom Optical Component Manufacturer for Sale

0 implied HN points • 07 Jan 22
  1. Custom Optical Component Manufacturer for Sale
  2. Small-scale non-ferrous foundries can be good businesses to acquire
  3. Consider profit margins, customer retention, and labor costs in business acquisition

English Football League Club For Sale

0 implied HN points • 31 Aug 21
  1. English Football League clubs are for sale on BizBuySell.
  2. Curiosity raised about an American broker selling an EFL club.
  3. The ad featuring Lionel Messi on a lower tier English soccer team raises questions.

High-End Tree Service in Hawaii

0 implied HN points • 07 Sep 21
  1. In Hawaii, locals vacation in places like Las Vegas, not necessarily in their own paradise.
  2. Job availability in resort towns like Hawaii can be limited, making remote work or unique business opportunities appealing.
  3. Being the only luxury tree service in an isolated area can offer pricing power and business advantages.

Series B in High-Flying Health Tech Startup

0 implied HN points • 20 Sep 21
  1. A health tech startup called Subject Well has received a $50M Series B term sheet from a strategic investor.
  2. Subject Well works in the patient recruitment space for clinical trials and uses a marketplace approach, making its platform more useful as it gains more customers.
  3. Investors can reach out to Michael Girdley for access to the pitch deck and other materials if interested in this investment opportunity.

Multi-unit Franchise Acquisition on West Coast

0 implied HN points • 04 Oct 21
  1. Group from Houston under LOI to purchase franchised hair salons in Southern California with a relatively small fund size of $6mm in equity.
  2. Deal offers cash flow during hold period, attractive to many investors but taxed as ordinary income.
  3. Operating partner formerly COO of the franchisor for the brand under contract, reducing execution risk.

Real Estate Staging Company in Silicon Valley

0 implied HN points • 05 Nov 21
  1. Real estate staging company in Silicon Valley involves furniture staging of homes for sale.
  2. The company featured in the post had a good net margin, especially during the pandemic.
  3. For the right buyer interested in logistics and design, owning a real estate staging business in Silicon Valley could be a fun opportunity.