
How to Structure Around Risk in a $250k SDE Acquisition
About this episode
Alicia Powers wanted to buy a general contractor but understood the risks in such businesses and negotiated accordingly.
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Topics in Alicia’s interview:
- Air Force construction experience
- Corporate job at an elevator company
- Leading a shower remodeling startup
- Layoff motivated her toward acquisition
- Why franchising isn’t for her
- Acquiring a small construction business
- Getting her general contractor license
- Specializing in home additions/ADUs
- Tailwinds in the San Diego area
- Surprisingly long sales cycle
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Edited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron
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