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How $200K Became $21M
Most people think turning $200K into millions means building a startup, chasing funding, and hoping for a miracle exit.
It doesn’t have to.
One of our clients left a cushy corporate job with no plan and no experience.
He ended up buying two unsexy businesses — and sold the merged company for over $21 million.
One gave him stability.
The second cost him $400.
Together, they gave him freedom — and a $4M tax-free exit.
Here’s what he learned:
You don’t need a new idea.
You do need the right structure.
And you need to act — even when the first deal looks like a greasy warehouse.
With the right support, he used his 401(k), got an SBA loan, partnered smart, and transformed a “boring” business into a life-changing win.
We’ve helped hundreds of buyers do the same — whether you're starting with $0 or $200K.
🎥 Watch the full breakdown + 15 key lessons that could shortcut your path to ownership.
To your next deal,
Moran
P.S. Want help buying your first (or next) business — even if you don’t know where to start? [Book a quick call here]