KidStrong Franchise Deal: Smart Buy or Overpriced Risk?

In this episode, a $5.1M portfolio of seven KidStrong gyms in Texas is analyzed for its valuation, investor fit, and whether a multi-location kids fitness business is a scalable opportunity or operational headache. Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/turnkey-multi-unit-kidstrong-franchise-opportunity-in-texas/2381018/ Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them. Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter Connect with us on Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/acquanon LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/acquanon 👋 Follow the Hosts Michael Girdley – Entrepreneur & investor. Twitter: https://twitter.com/girdley Bill D’Alessandro – CEO of Elements Brands. Twitter: https://twitter.com/BillDA Heather Endresen – SBA lending expert & advisor. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EndresenHeather Mills Snell – Small business investor & advisor. Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegeneralmills 💰 Sponsored by: Main Street Summit Join 1,000+ business owners, operators, and entrepreneurs for three days of actionable content, intimate peer connections, and specialized tracks led by real-world practitioners. Bill is speaking this year, and he describes it as one of the highlights of his year. Don’t miss it—secure your spot now at https://www.mainstreetsummit.com/ Capital Pad – A platform connecting accredited investors with vetted small business acquisition deals. Discover exclusive opportunities at https://capitalpad.com A portfolio of seven KidStrong franchise units across Austin and Houston, TX is listed for $5.1M, with $4.8M in revenue and around $1M EBITDA. Built on recurring revenue from youth fitness memberships, KidStrong blends physical activity and character development for children in a gym-like setting. Key Highlights: - Asking price: $5.1M | Revenue: $4.8M | EBITDA: ~$1M - 7 KidStrong locations in Austin & Houston (3 hours apart) - Conventional financing emphasized—possible SBA issues? - Minimal economies of scale at unit level - Solid recurring revenue with mission-driven brand appeal