Listen "Ep. 25: How to Buy a Business with $0 to Your Name (Part 2)"
Episode Synopsis
Will and Matt celebrate their 25-episode milestone with an honest conversation on personal growth, faith, and the lessons learned over a decade of change. Matt reflects on shifting from a money-focused mindset to valuing relationships, authenticity, and long-term vision.The main discussion dives into creative strategies for buying a business without upfront capital, including leveraging seller financing, structuring deals with banks, and identifying opportunities that balance cash flow and asset value. Using a real-life example of a profitable hauling company, Matt breaks down deal economics, risk management, and how to protect yourself in the process.Along the way, the two share stories about service excellence, church attendance philosophies, and creating opportunities instead of waiting for them to appear. The episode concludes with a faith-centered reflection, featuring passages from the books of Matthew and John in the Bible, encouraging listeners to live with joy and presence.0:00 – Quarter-Century Kickoff & Brain Development Banter3:00 – Why Keep Reinventing Yourself6:00 – Long-Term Bets and “Bamboo” Payoffs9:00 – Bad Flight Attendant vs. Ritz-Carlton Service12:00 – MEPS Check-In: Health, Spirit, and Calmness15:00 – Church Attendance vs. Relationship with God18:00 – Can You Really Buy with $0? Yes21:00 – Valuation 101: Why Businesses Sell for More than 1× Earnings24:00 – Debt, Leverage, and Personal Guarantee Risks27:00 – The Hauling Business: Numbers and Fleet Risks30:00 – Seller Note as “Equity” with the Bank33:00 – Breaking Down the Payment Math36:00 – Working Capital & What’s in the Asking Price39:00 – An Alternative Partnership Structure42:00 – “Create the Plan”: Mentor’s Million-Dollar Advice45:00 – Life as a 10-Year Reflection & Don’t Get Soft48:00 – Devotional Wrap-Up and Sign-OffLink to watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/MMilNm7p-FkFollow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartRadio, or wherever you listen to your favorite shows. New EpisodesEvery Wednesday and Friday. Follow UsInstagram & TikTok: @silentsvcpod Hosted byMatt DiMauro & Will Diesel Support the ShowIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend! We donate 100% of proceeds to charity.Got a cause you care about? Send a quick pitch to [email protected] — we’d love to hear your story.
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