Why Real Estate Wasn’t Enough: The Truth About Buying Businesses

Why real estate wasn’t enough: the truth about buying businesses | Kyle Sewczak

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Kyle Sewczak went from house hacking and flipping properties to exploring the world of business acquisitions. With a background in construction, he successfully leveraged family support and a hands-on approach to fund his first real estate ventures. However, after experiencing the challenges of managing renovations and unreliable contractors, Kyle shifted his focus to buying businesses. Now, he's applying his real estate skills to seek opportunities in the construction subcontracting industry, navigating the complexities of entrepreneurship while learning from experienced mentors.

🚧 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:

✅ How to get started in real estate investing as a young entrepreneur

✅ The challenges and rewards of managing fix and flip projects

✅ Strategies for transitioning from real estate to business buying

📌 TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction and Kyle Sewczak Background
01:34 First Steps into Real Estate
03:17 The First Fix and Flip Experience
05:18 Challenges and Lessons Learned
15:41 Transition to Business Buying
17:57 Strategies for Acquiring Businesses
27:46 Franchises vs. Private Businesses
32:50 Mentorship and Learning from Others
33:40 Analyzing a Business Deal
35:21 Understanding Financial Metrics: EBITDA and SDE
37:25 Finding and Evaluating Off-Market Deals
40:21 Real Estate vs. Business Acquisitions
42:48 Trends in Business Buying
46:50 Challenges and Opportunities in Business Buying
50:13 Advice for Aspiring Business Buyers
52:07 Kaizen Challenge: 1% Improvement Tips
53:21 Blueprint Roulette: Daily Habits for Success
54:14 The Impact of Social Media on Productivity
01:01:13 60-Second Blueprint: Leadership and Management
01:02:35 Conclusion and Contact Information

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🔗 CONNECT WITH KYLE:

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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-sewczak
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kyle.sewczak.1/

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