Money

Septic Pumping Is a Route Business in Disguise

One in five U.S. homes runs on septic, and every tank needs pumping on a cycle. Why I see septic…

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The Lead Pipe Deadline: What a Regulation-Driven Business Really Rests On

A federal rule says 9.2 million lead pipes must come out within a decade. What that means for contractors, the…

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Grab Bars and Walk-In Showers: Why Aging-in-Place Work Is a Trust Business

Older adults now outnumber kids in 11 states. Why aging-in-place remodeling is a low-capital trade business built on trust, plus…

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Cremation Is Now the Default: The Business Math Behind a Crematory

Most U.S. families now choose cremation. Here is the math on what a crematory costs per case, why I would…

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Buying an HVAC and Refrigeration Company: The Math Behind 2.5x Earnings

HVAC companies often sell for about 2.5 times owner earnings. A hypothetical SBA-financed deal, what the earnings number hides, and…

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Buy the Cheapest Version of a Good Asset, Never the Cheapest Asset

The same AI vending cabinet sells at two prices $300 apart. Why saving on the listing is frugal, and skimping…

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What I’d Want in Writing Before Bolting an ATM to Someone Else’s Floor

A handshake ATM deal is worth nothing when the bar sells. The questions I'd want my placement agreement to answer,…

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The Cash-Only Sign Is a Sales Lead: How I’d Find Businesses That Need an ATM

A cash-only sign is a small business owner announcing a problem. How I'd read those clues, build an ATM prospect…

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The Business Emergency Fund: Why Owners Need Two Cushions, Not One

Most small businesses hold about 27 days of cash. How to size a separate business cushion from your worst realistic…

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What an ATM Really Earns Once You Count the Cash Locked Inside It

An ATM's monthly income means little until you divide it by the machine, the cash float and your hours. Here's…

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