Best Sba 7(a Podcasts (2025)

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Loan Stars Episode 7: Mastering Equipment Financing with Sandra VanBuren 34:31

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In this episode of the Loan Stars Podcast, host Celeste Deal-Maunoir discusses business financing with Sandra Van uren, CEO and Co-founder of Food Service Solutions. Sandra explains the importance of equipment financing in the food service industry, emphasizing its rapid and streamlined process which helps startups and expanding businesses manage c…

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Can You Afford A 7 Figure Business Acquisition? with Jaryd Krause 28:10

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Think a million-dollar online business is out of reach? The real barrier isn’t the price—it’s everything you don’t see coming before you even sign. In this solo episode, Jaryd Krause pulls back the curtain on the part of buying a 7-figure business that almost nobody talks about—the real costs, the real timelines, the real competition, and the parts…

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227. My Millionaire University Interview: How “Boring Businesses” Built My Freedom 46:47

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Send us a text Welcome back to Laundromat Resource, where we unlock the ins and outs of building cash flow and creating community through laundromat ownership. In today’s episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with laundromat expert and industry insider Jordan Berry to demystify how everyday investors can buy their first laundromat, maximize their re…

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Why Pilates Franchises Win: Recurring Revenue & Strong Margins Explained 42:26

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Send us a text Pilates franchise investment is exploding - but is it actually profitable? Emily Brown from Limitless Franchise Growth breaks down the real numbers behind Jet Set Pilates, Project Lean Nation, and Fundraising University franchises. We cover franchise costs, unit economics, profit margins, and what differentiates top-performing boutiq…

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How Small Business Acquisitions Really Work with Melissa Bustarde | Ep. 24 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast 44:48

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Ryan Smith, SBA loan expert, is joined by Melissa Bustarde, an M&A attorney and Managing Partner at Branthman, Mayfield, Bustarde, Ryckanthal LLP (BMBR LLP). Melissa specializes in representing both buyers and sellers in lower-middle-market transactions—deals of $10 million or less in enterprise value—and has advised numerous acquisition entreprene…

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Touchstone Talks: Ep. 9 - Inside the SBA Loan Process: Insights for Entrepreneurs and First-Time Buyers 29:04

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In this episode, Michelle Orr of Live Oak Bank shares her decades of experience working in SBA lending and partnering with entrepreneurs looking to acquire businesses. She explains what makes Live Oak’s process unique and her quarterback-style approach from prequalification through closing. Michelle outlines key SBA rules, deal structures, limits, …

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The Truth About SBA Loans for Buying Online Businesses (Ray Drew Explains) 44:43

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What if the one thing stopping you from owning a thriving online business isn’t money… but what you don’t know about SBA financing? In this episode, Jaryd Krause chats with Ray Drew—aka SBA Ray—host of The Art of SBA Lending, the #1 podcast that pulls back the curtain on how SBA loans really work. Ray is the Managing Director at Truliant Federal Cr…

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Brandon Downer: How Pink's Window Cleaning Franchise Turned Home Services Into Hospitality | The Franchise Insiders Podcast 53:09

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Send us a text Brandon Downer: How Pink's Window Cleaning Franchise Turned Home Services Into Hospitality | The Franchise Insiders Podcast Discover how Brandon Downer built Pink's Window Cleaning from a neighborhood observation into a thriving home services franchise that treats customers like guests and technicians like hospitality professionals. …

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SBA Loan Slowdown, Immigration Woes, and More Venture Capital- Laundromat News Today, November 14, 2025 13:28

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Send us a text Welcome back to Laundromat Resource! In today’s episode, your favorite laundromat news anchor Jordan Berry brings you the latest updates from the world of laundromats. We’ll dive into the current state of Alliance Laundry’s stock after their recent IPO, and what it means for operators and investors everywhere. We’ll explore how the r…

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Final Episode: Revisiting My Roots (MCC Reunion) | Ep. 191 46:45

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This week marks the finale of The Art of SBA Lending podcast, and Ray Drew brings it home by reuniting with his original mentors and colleagues from the era that shaped his career: the Mercantile Capital team. Listen as they reminisce about the "good old days" of 2011–2013, an era defined by reinventing business after the 2008 crash. The panel disc…

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E-commerce Exit Strategy & 8 Figure Scaling Secrets with Andri Sadlak 30:49

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Most people guess marketing tricks—but Andri Sadlik knows the shortcuts, the pitfalls, and the moves nobody talks about. In this episode, Jaryd Krause sits down with Andri Sadlik, a pro at scaling SaaS, AI, and e-commerce businesses. Andri launched his first business and exited successfully. After that, he scaled multiple Amazon FBA brands from $10…

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226. 4 Laundromats in 2 Years (one was free!) with Justin & Ashley Eaton 1:26:36

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Send us a text Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In this episode, host Jordan Berry sits down with power couple Justin Eaton and Ashley Eaton, who share the behind-the-scenes story of how they scaled their laundromat portfolio from zero to four stores in just two years. If you've ever wondered what it takes to break into the laundrom…

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Pool Service Franchise Deep Dive: Puddle Pools' Recurring Revenue Model | Franchise Investment Review 46:49

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Send us a text Pool service franchise meets tech-driven recurring revenue. Discover how Puddle Pools built a scalable pool cleaning franchise across the U.S. and Canada with predictable cash flow, lean overhead, and margins that attract both operators and private equity. The Pool Maintenance Franchise Business Model We sit down with Puddle Pools fo…

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Exit Planning and Income Wealth Distribution with Scott Chelberg | Ep. 22 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast 39:57

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Many business owners focus on building wealth (accumulation) but neglect the crucial final phase: wealth distribution. In this podcast, expert wealth advisor Scott Chelberg, President of Retirement Solutions , dives deep into exit planning which is really just strategic planning for business owners who are nearing retirement.Learn the essential ste…

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Inside the Mind of SBA Loan Broker And Expert Ryan Smith | Ep. 23 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast 53:19

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Ryan Smith, Principal and Founder of ThinkSBA and host of the My SBA Loan Pro Podcast, sits down to share his journey from a banking background to becoming a highly successful, niche SBA loan broker. In this deep-dive, Ryan discusses how a single declined loan was the catalyst for starting his own business, why he chose to focus exclusively on SBA …

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Tide Laundromats, Luxury Laundromats, and Jimmy Kimmel Live- Laundromat News Today, November 7, 2025 10:32

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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Laundromat News Today! This week, Jordan Berry brings you the latest and most exciting updates from the world of laundromats. From creative community events like pumpkin decorating contests and cat-themed art shows, to innovative business models combining laundry services with coffee shops and educationa…

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225. From Janitorial Business to Multiple Laundromats with Joe Dan and Kelli Reed 1:38:23

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Send us a text Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In this episode, host Jordan Berry sits down with Kentucky business legends Kelli Reed and Joe Dan Reed, who share their compelling journey from launching a janitorial service with just $1,500 to building a thriving empire of laundromats and a major pickup and delivery operation. Get r…

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Touchstone Talks: Ep. 8 - Protecting What You’ve Built: Estate Planning Insights for Business Owners 28:40

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In this episode, trust and estate attorney Michael Clear, Partner of Wiggin and Dana discusses how thoughtful estate planning can help business owners preserve and protect the wealth created through a lifetime of work. He explains the strategic use of trusts—revocable and irrevocable—to minimize estate taxes, provide asset protection, and ensure fa…

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Acquiring a SaaS Business & Scaling it From $5k - $80k P/mth In 1 Year with Chanakya Yerneni 33:14

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What if you could turn a $5K/month business into $80K/month in under a year? That’s exactly what Chan Yuenenyi did. In this episode, Jaryd Krause chats with the founder and CEO of EssayGrader AI—the world’s leading AI grading platform trusted by over 100,000 educators. When Chan bought the business, it was generating only $5,000 per month. Fast-for…

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Chuck Runyon: Co-Founder of Anytime Fitness on how technology and empathy helped build Anytime Fitness 47:25

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Send us a text A small-town key and a big idea changed fitness forever. We’re sitting with Chuck Runyon, Co-Founder of Anytime Fitness and Purpose Brands, to trace the leap from oversized racquetball clubs to tech-enabled, 24/7 gyms that actually match how people train today. Chuck opens up about building with empathy for small business owners, why…

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Big Cotton, A Hero Dad, and a Car Crash- Laundromat News Today, October 31, 2025 8:33

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Send us a text Welcome to a fresh episode of Laundromat News, where Jordan Berry brings you the latest stories, trends, and innovations from the laundromat industry around the globe. In this week's roundup, you'll hear updates on Alliance Laundry's new IPO, a bold entrepreneur in Australia building his laundromat empire, and small-town shops introd…

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The Chip Mahan Interview: CEO of Live Oak Bank | Ep. 190 46:29

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This week on The Art of SBA Lending, we sit down with Live Oak Bank CEO and founder, Chip Mahan, to discuss the revolutionary ideas that transformed the SBA landscape. Chip Mahan, who started the bank in 2008, disrupted the existing SBA playbook by focusing on nationwide industry vertical lending. Chip details the bank's founding during the 2008 fi…

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Inside Selling a SaaS Business: Real Stories, Risks & Rewards with Antoine Minoux 49:39

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It’s not the numbers that make a business thrive—it’s the people, the trust, and the purpose behind it. In this revealing episode, Jaryd Krause sits down with Antoine Minoux, Principal Product Designer at Yelp and a serial entrepreneur who has founded, grown, and sold multiple successful SaaS ventures, including Improvmx and VoilaNorbert. Together,…

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224. What I’d Do If I Had to Buy a Laundromat With Just $50K 8:50

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Send us a text Welcome to the Laundromat Resource podcast! In this episode, host Jordan Berry dives into a thought experiment: what would he do if all he had to his name was $50,000 and his mission was to buy a laundromat and make it work? Jordan walks listeners through a step-by-step plan for stretching every dollar, finding hidden opportunities, …

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Loan Stars Episode 6: Thriving in Economic Uncertainty: Insights from Joe Camberato 36:15

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In this episode of the Loan Stars Podcast, Celeste Deal-Maunoir, Chief Sales Officer at ARF Financial, discusses strategies for thriving during financial hardship with Joe Camberato, CEO and founder of National Business Capital. They explore the current economic climate, the impact of high-interest rates on small businesses, regulatory changes affe…

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Touchstone Talks: Ep 7 - M&A Attorneys - Better for your team 33:06

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In this episode, we sit down with Brad Malicki, an experienced M&A attorney with Halloran Sage to discuss the crucial role legal counsel plays in getting a deal to the finish line. Whether you’re buying or selling, the goal is always the same—negotiate to “yes” and close the deal in a way that works for both sides. Our guest explains why having the…

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[Case Study] 7 Figure Ecommerce Business Acquisition Earning $68,800 P/mth with John & Brian 58:12

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Business success isn’t just about buying the right company—it’s about building the right foundation. In this insight-packed episode, Jaryd Krause sits down with Brian and John, two entrepreneurs who’ve mastered the art of acquiring and scaling online businesses through mentorship, strategic planning, and sustainable growth. From their first steps i…

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223. Ultimate Asset Battle: Laundromats vs Small Multifamily - Episode 3 16:09

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Send us a text Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In today's episode, host Jordan Berry pits two powerhouse investment options against each other in the "Ultimate Asset Battle: Laundromats vs. Small Multifamily." Are duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes truly the perfect entry into real estate, or does owning a laundromat deliver unmat…

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Josh York CEO GymGuyz How Mindset, Accountability, And Grit Turn A Small Idea Into A Global Fitness Brand 46:47

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Send us a text We sit down with GymGuyz founder Josh York to unpack how a mobile fitness brand scaled to seven countries by pairing accountability with convenience and culture. We talk mindset, unit economics, trainer retention, recovery, cash flow, and the power of relentless consistency. • bringing the workout to clients anywhere with fully equip…

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222. Climb the Ownership Ladder with Brian Riseland 1:07:18

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Send us a text Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In this episode—Show 222—host Jordan Berry welcomes back the one and only Brian Riseland, known in the industry as the "laundry genius." Brian, who made waves during his last appearance, joins us for another deep dive into the business, sharing practical wisdom, data-driven strategies,…

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Alliance IPO, Brown Water, and Getting Spooky- Laundromat News Today, October 17, 2025 14:25

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Send us a text Welcome to another engaging episode of Laundromat News Today, where your favorite laundromat news anchor, Jordan Berry, brings you the latest updates from across the laundromat industry. In this episode, Jordan dives into the headline-grabbing news of Alliance Laundry—the powerhouse behind Speed Queen, Huebsch, Ipso, and Primus—recen…

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Winding Down a Shop while Battling a Major Health Crisis feat. Heidi Whitesell | Ep. 189 43:18

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This week on The Art of SBA Lending, we go behind the scenes with Heidi Whitesell to unpack the leadership, culture, challenges, and ultimate wind-down of a successful SBA lending division. Ray Drew sits down with Heidi, who he calls one of the best leaders he's ever worked for, to discuss the philosophy that created a legendary, family-like cultur…

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How to Scale Through Acquisition: Organizational Design & M&A Strategy with Matt Person 47:03

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Buying a business is one thing—but knowing how to actually grow it is where the real challenge (and opportunity) begins. In this episode, Jaryd Krause chats with Matthew Person, a corporate strategist, investor, and M&A expert who’s mastered the art of scaling through acquisition. With experience across investment banking, corporate development, an…

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How Two First-Time Franchisees Built a Thriving Roofing Business — With Zero Construction Experience 50:32

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Send us a text How Two First-Time Franchisees Built a Thriving Roofing Business — Without Construction Backgrounds In this episode, the team sits down with Kevin and Kathy, first-time franchise owners of Action Exteriors, to unpack how two non-constructors turned a leap of faith into a fast-growing exterior restoration business. They share how they…

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How to Prepare Your Business for an Exit with Joshua Donnelly | Ep. 21 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast 49:58

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Joshua Donnelly, founder of Stone Canyon Advisors, shares his incredible journey from running a cattle operation in his teens to becoming a leading M&A advisor. He reveals why he left a successful investment banking career to build his own "platform business" and explains his unique "Acquirable Platform" designed to help business owners maximize th…

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Touchstone Talks: Ep 6 - Show Me the Earnings! Why QoE Matters 29:27

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In this episode, Deborah sits down with Jason Correia, a Principal at CLA and an expert in Quality of Earnings (QoE) analysis for M&A transactions. Jason breaks down why QoE reports are essential for verifying the accuracy of financials, understanding true cash flow, and normalizing earnings to reflect what a business will really look like under ne…

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Self-Sabotage is Killing Your Deals - Mental Models for Acquiring Online Businesses with Itamar Marani 49:26

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Success in business isn’t just about strategy—it’s about mindset. In this performance-driven episode, Jaryd Krause sits down with Itamar Marani, one of the world’s leading high-performance mindset coaches, to unpack why so many entrepreneurs unknowingly sabotage their own success when buying, growing, or scaling online businesses. A former Israeli …

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221. How Stacey Drake Purchased Three Laundromats While Working Full Time 1:08:37

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Send us a text Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In this episode, host Jordan Berry sits down with Stacey Drake, owner of Bubbly Mat Laundry, for an inspiring and authentic conversation about her journey into the laundromat industry. Stacey opens up about how she and her husband pivoted from real estate investing to laundromat owners…

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How Low-Cost Franchises Scale with Thomas Scott 38:51

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Send us a text Want a business that doesn’t just pay you—but can be sold for a multiple? We dive with Thomas Scott into the playbook behind low-investment, high-potential franchises and why home services are the quiet engine of real, sellable equity. From custom closets to dryer vents, Thomas breaks down how to “build the box”: modern marketing, a …

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USDA Lending: The Last Frontier? feat. Jason Hoerr, Steve Small, & Charles Conoley| Ep. 188 53:06

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This week on The Art of SBA Lending, we explore the world of USDA Business & Industry (B&I) lending, often considered the "last frontier" of government-guaranteed small business finance. Host Ray Drew, who admits to knowing very little about the program, is joined by a panel of USDA experts—Steve Small, Jason Hoerr, and Charles Conoley—to demystify…

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6 to 7 Figure Ecommerce Growth Strategies Prior To Exiting with Jodie Minto 39:09

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Scaling an e-commerce business from six to seven figures is an exciting milestone—but it’s also where many founders hit costly roadblocks. In this insightful episode, Jaryd Krause sits down with award-winning e-commerce mentor Jodie Minto, founder of the seven-figure fashion brand iland co., host of the Online Store Success podcast, and certified d…

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220. How to Turn Your Dreams Into Reality with Jean Roch Dumas 1:12:48

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Send us a text Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In this episode, host Jordan Berry sits down with Roch “Junior” Dumas, the visionary behind Laundry and Lattes in Brooklyn, New York. Junior shares the inspiring story of how he turned a simple idea—blending a community-focused laundromat with a proper coffee shop—into a thriving busin…

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Aaron Harper’s Franchise Playbook: Why Niche Service Brands Beat Food in 2025 55:42

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Send us a text Looking for the real playbook behind franchise growth in a high-rate, AI-shaken market? We sat down with Aaron Harper—architect of Rolling Suds’ explosive rise—to unpack why niche, recurring service businesses are beating capital-heavy food brands and how honest expectations turn into better outcomes. From the Patch Boys turnaround d…

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219. Ultimate Asset Battle: Airbnb vs. Laundromats - Episode 2 12:03

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Send us a text Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource podcast! In this episode, host Jordan Berry continues the "Battle of the Asset Classes" series by putting laundromats against one of the hottest investment trends of the past decade: Airbnbs and other short-term rentals. If you’ve ever wondered which asset delivers better cash flow, is easier t…

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Alliance Makes a Push, Inside Out Pizzas, and Famous Laundromat Owners- Laundromat News Today, September 26, 2025 10:36

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Send us a text Welcome back to Laundromat Resource! In this episode of "Laundromat News Today," your host Jordan Berry covers all the latest happenings from the world of laundromats, both in the US and internationally. From cautionary tales—like a $900 mistake that highlights the importance of handling laundry with care—to inspirational stories, su…

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How To Conduct Due Diligence on SBA M&A Transactions with Andy Cox | Ep. 20 | My SBA Loan Pro Podcast 50:40

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Andy, a former San Francisco Police Sergeant Inspector, spent 20 years investigating crimes and uncovering the truth. Now, he uses those same skills to help business owners and investors perform deep due diligence for M&A deals. In this episode, he reveals: The biggest red flags that a person or company is not who they claim to be. How to spot fake…