Executives fleeing corporate burnout from high-tax states. They come armed with corporate M&A experience, high capital, and a desire to own their own destiny in Florida.
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Michaels 10 Commandments
You are buying a cash-flow vehicle and an ROI, not a hobby. If the net margins and the financial structure don’t make sense, walk away.
Lawn Service, Pool Services — Service Sector Scaling Profitably
Don’t invoice monthly; invoice every four weeks. Some months have five weeks, and since you work weekly, you should be paid for every visit. Moving to a 28-day cycle ensures you aren’t “giving away” those extra days of labor.
The Hidden Value in Your Pool Route: Why You Might Be Underselling by 3x
Valuation is both an art and a science. In his recent video, How to Value A Pool Route?, Michael demonstrates a new valuation tool built using advanced data analysis (leveraging NotebookLM and Claude) and real-world MLS sales statistics from Florida
The Hidden Cost of “Winding Down”: Why Scaling Back is a Risky Exit Strategy
Don’t make decisions in a vacuum. Whether you are looking to buy or sell, you need to understand the reality of the market—not the fantasy of a stress-free wind-down.