I have 5 years in investment banking, my partner has 10 years in top-tier strategy consulting and a top 5 MBA. We’re looking to acquire a business generating $1M in EBITDA.

The prospect of entrepreneurial freedom and building a compounding asset is incredibly appealing.

My partner makes around $500k annually and is close to a partner promotion, and I earn between $375k-$500k depending on bonus.

Given our trajectories, doesn’t it seem more risk-adjusted to simply maintain our current careers?

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Is there an actionable plan to grow the business?

Tons of other factors but besides financing that would be my #1 question

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Where are you finding these deals, DM me, I’ve been thinking about doing the same.

Where did you get $1m ebitda from? How much equity are you looking to invest?

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Holy shit you’re loaded

Do you have expertise in specific IB sector? e.g. some sub-sector of industrials or tech etc. Also what does your career trajectory look like?

I think if you’re happy and feel fulfilled and work with people and clients you like, then stay. However, if you appreciate absolute time freedom in the near future, buy that biz and make sure you have good operators, and then just collect your cash.

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