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  1. sjb

    Need opinion on SS price

    Sounds like the seller is motivated, which is good.… look at the R/E and it’s future value…. Sounds promising, best of luck!
  2. sjb

    Where are you and what are your prices?

    Atlanta, Ga 8 Bay SS $3 - 4 minutes ($1 = 80 seconds) $2 vacuums- 5 minutes 2 Dog Washes $15 minimum = 20 minutes
  3. sjb

    Advice for new to industry

    What is your budget to make this dream a reality….? It sounds expensive…. I hope it works out for you!
  4. sjb

    Help with valuation of potential purchase

    I agree with the above thoughts… without owning the long term asset of the land, you would be in essence just working for the man… So my advice would be to keep looking… Best of luck!
  5. sjb

    Car Wash insurance…. Update

    Hi All, I’m putting out a shameless plug for my insurance agent John Hall at 770.337.0836. I believe that he is licensed in all the States. He is a broker and and was able to provide continual coverage through Columbia Insurance Group…. I feel it is a necessary boondoggle, best of luck with...
  6. sjb

    Exit plans…?!

    Hi All, I’m a strong believer that you need to own the underlying asset, aka the dirt. However, with that said…. If you were contemplating your exit plans and wanted to maintain the R/E, what % of the gross income would you want/anticipate in the form of rent/lease….? Asking for a friend…...
  7. sjb

    First time buyer--- need help estimating gross revenue.

    Don’t let your emotions and ego cloud your judgement… Whats the Dirt value, and or higher and better land use…. What % of his biz is CC’s, ask first, then get those records…. Ask what does he wants, and I would bet he would like to owner finance the deal to keep the cash flow coming and...
  8. sjb

    Helping My Uncle Value his Car Wash and Oil Change in TX

    Meet with some local business brokers
  9. sjb

    How to value SS Carwash

    I would respectfully challenge those net numbers based on the gross numbers…. From my experience, a 70% net is possible and achievable in this game, before debt service, but only with a higher sales volume…. It might be a wonderful opportunity for you, just continue to factor in the infamous...
  10. sjb

    Loitering

    Yep, always a fun part of the gig for all of us… dealing with deadbeats! I say: Hey, can you do me a favor and dry/detail over there…. if they are bucket washing I say : it’s ok to bucket wash as long as the metter is running…. it’s our business policy and I hope you can understand… 8 out of...
  11. sjb

    Shutting off card reader

    We have a $3 minimum (4 minutes) with a $15 max CC cut off. We had these stickers made, not sure if it helps, but at least we can say we tried…. Trophies for Everyone!
  12. sjb

    Time remaining….

    …or just to much time on my hands….?! (Recycle, Repurpose and Reuse!)
  13. sjb

    Old Quarters

    I found this silver quarter yesterday… It’s the simple things in life that make my day! Happy silver coin hunting!
  14. sjb

    Light it up!

    I “think” it only allows one cut, however, we did not cut them at all….
  15. sjb

    Light it up!

    Here is a screen shot of the rope lights from Amazon…. In past iterations, the cheap plastic attachments holding up the lights have crapped out, and then would sag and look bad…. Hoping this application last longer…!!
  16. sjb

    WWYD?

    Free Labor! Come strolling thru Atlanta!!
  17. sjb

    Light it up!

    Dog Wash Atlanta
  18. sjb

    Yes, we have 2 Evolution dog washes facing the street…. I will share a night picture, but it...

    Yes, we have 2 Evolution dog washes facing the street…. I will share a night picture, but it does not do justice…. We did just over 400 dog washes last month…! Soooo YES! (fyi…. We are in a very dog/family neighborhood)
  19. sjb

    Light it up!

    Yeah, I have issues….!
  20. sjb

    Light it up!

    Hi. With some family help/talent, we installed 450 feet of LED rope lights today… I’m hoping it will help increase the night time biz…. Anything we can do to keep from having to get a real job! sjb
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