Stop Building From Zero. Start Acquiring Your Way to 8 Figures +
I will Teach you How to Scale your Agency Through Acquisitions with Minimal Cash down. Join Smart Agency Owners Who've Already Discovered the Secret to Explosive Growth.
Growing an Agency is Hard
You launched your agency with big dreams. Now you're grinding 12-hour days, trapped in an endless cycle of stress, working harder than you ever did as an employee.
Sign enough clients to keep the lights on
Every month feels like starting over. You spend weeks crafting proposals, only to lose to competitors bidding 30% lower. When you do win, clients demand more scope for less money. You watch other agency owners post about their "7-figure exits" while you're still trying to hit consistent $50k months. The feast-or-famine cycle means you're either overwhelmed with work or panicking about paying payroll.
Drowning in responsibilities that pull you away from what you're good at
You became an expert in marketing, but now you're playing accountant, HR manager, salesperson, project manager, and therapist to your team. Each new client adds complexity that breaks your systems. Hiring feels impossible—good people are expensive, cheap people create more problems. You're the bottleneck for everything, but scaling means losing control of quality.
Sacrificing your family time and sanity to deliver quality work
You wanted to escape the 9-to-5 grind, but now you're working 60+ hours a week just to keep clients happy. Every night you're answering emails. Weekends disappear into "urgent" client requests. Your team expects you to have all the answers while you're secretly Googling solutions. The worst part? You're making less per hour than when you had a boss, but now you carry all the risk.
Watching competitors grow while you're stuck at the same revenue level
You see agencies half your age landing dream clients while you're still pitching tiny businesses. Industry events are depressing because everyone else seems to have cracked the growth code. Your competitors are buying other agencies while you're still trying to afford a proper office. The gap between where you are and where you want to be feels insurmountable through organic growth alone.
You're Stuck Where You Are
You've gone as far as you can go at work. The next promotion might never come, and even if it does, you're still working for someone else. You watch business owners make more money in a month than you make all year—and they have the freedom you want.
Starting from Zero is Scary
Building a business from nothing means years of stress, no guaranteed money, and watching your savings disappear. Most new businesses fail. By the time they start making money, you could have made more staying at your job.
You Can't Just Quit Your Job
How do you leave a steady paycheck to start a business? You have bills to pay, a mortgage, maybe kids to support. You can't just stop getting paid while you try to figure things out. You need a safer way to become a business owner.
You Don't Know How
You're good at your job, but owning a business is different. How do you find a good business to buy? How do you get the money? How do you know if it's a good deal? Without knowing these things, you're just guessing with your family's future.
The good news is I've purchased, and helped others purchase, $100M in online companies.
I know all the steps you need to go through to successfully buy an online business. Truth is, there is so much bad information online that I decided to launch this to help you.
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Why Smart Agency Owners Choose Acquisitions Over Organic Growth
Stop me if this sounds like your current reality:
❌ Spending months trying to land one $10K/month client
❌ Hiring team members one-by-one, hoping they'll work out
❌ Building systems from scratch while competitors zoom past you
❌ Constantly worried about client churn destroying your revenue
❌ Trapped in the day-to-day operations with no time for strategic growth
Now imagine this instead:
✅ Acquiring an established agency with $50K+ monthly revenue immediately
✅ Inheriting a proven team, systems, and client relationships
✅ Getting the seller's playbook – their years of trial and error
✅ Using SBA loans to buy million-dollar agencies with as little as 5-10% down
✅ Scaling to 8-figures by rolling up complementary agencies
This isn't theoretical. This is exactly what my students are doing right now.
Imagine a Different Future. Your Future.
Every company you admire built their empire by buying, not just building:
Google didn't invent online advertising – they acquired DoubleClick for $3.1B and turned it into Google Ads, generating $280B+ annually. They didn't create video platforms – they bought YouTube for $1.65B (now worth $300B+).
Amazon didn't build their shoe business from scratch – they acquired Zappos for $1.2B and inherited their legendary customer service culture. They didn't slowly build a grocery presence – they bought Whole Foods for $13.7B and instantly became a major player in premium groceries.
Salesforce didn't organically develop every feature – they've made 100+ acquisitions including Slack ($27.7B), Tableau ($15.3B), and MuleSoft ($6.5B) to dominate the enterprise software market.
The pattern is clear: While their competitors spent years building, these companies spent months acquiring – and dominated their markets as a result.
Think acquisitions are just for tech giants? Think again. Your competitors are learning this lesson. The question is: Will you learn it before or after they acquire your potential targets?
This is the Digital Acquisition Club.
I've spent 13+ years learning what works and what doesn't. I've helped people buy businesses worth over $94 million. Now I've taken everything I know and turned it into a simple, step-by-step system that shows you exactly how to find, evaluate, and buy profitable agencies with very little money down.
No guessing. No confusion. Just a clear path from where you are now to scaling by acquisitions.
With Agency Acquisition Academy, you’ll get:
Expert
Guidance
Learn from someone who has coached buyers through the process dozens of times.
Mentorship and Coaching
We don't just provide a course. We offer mentorship, introduce you to all of our contacts, and set you up for success.
Minimal Cash Down Approach
Learn how to acquire companies with little cash out of your own pocket.
Top-Tier Partner Network
Our proven experts excel at every aspect of acquisitions, lending, law and more.
Community
Our community is carefully pruned and full of fellow entrepreneurs buying online agencies.
Access to Pre-Vetted Deals
Gain exclusive access to pre-vetted deals or off-market listings, for a competitive edge.
Your Step-by-Step Roadmap to
Buying an Online Business
The Agency Acquisition Academy is a comprehensive program that leaves no stone unturned. We provide the precise, actionable framework you need, without the fluff or theory that doesn't apply to your situation. This isn't another generic "business course." This is a battle-tested playbook specifically designed for agency owners who want to scale through strategic acquisitions.
Here's a glimpse into the exact roadmap we'll walk you through:
Module 1: Overview: Acquisition Basics
Skip the Startup Struggle: Understand the immense advantages of buying an established business versus a job or building from scratch, with a focus on immediate financial benefits and significant risk reduction.
Module 2: Understanding Business Valuations
Don't Overpay: This section breaks down the key concepts and methods for determining a business’s worth, helping you make informed purchasing decisions.
Module 3: What Type of Business to Acquire
Find Your Perfect Fit: Self-assess your strengths, identify ideal business models, and define your investor/operator role to acquire a business you'll love.
Module 4: How to be a Successful Buyer
Become a Prepared Acquirer: Prepare yourself to be a standout buyer in the competitive world of online business acquisitions.
Module 5: Financing Your Acquisition
Secure Capital with Confidence: Learn about SBA loans, seller financing options, private investors, and private equity – and how to position yourself for minimal cash down.
Module 6: Sourcing Deals
Discover Hidden Gems: Master proven methods for finding quality online businesses, from public marketplaces to off-market opportunities (FSBO, broker listings, auction sites).
Module 7: Prelim Assessment
Filter with Precision: Quickly assess business fit, preliminary financials, and seller motivation to identify high-potential deals early.
Module 8: Crafting an Offer
Negotiate Like a Pro: Learn the art of crafting a compelling Letter of Intent (LOI), and negotiation strategies that secure favorable terms while building seller trust.
Module 9: Due Diligence & Legal
Bulletproof Your Investment: Implement a comprehensive due diligence checklist to verify every claim, uncover hidden issues, and mitigate risk (financial, operational, legal, market analysis, red flags).
Module 10: Closing & Transitioning
Seamless Handover: Navigate final due diligence, legal documents, asset transfer, and ensure business continuity for a smooth closing process.
Module 11: Operating & Scaling
Grow Your Empire: Learn strategies to stabilize operations, identify growth opportunities, manage KPIs, and build a high-performing team for your newly acquired asset.
Module 12: Prepping for Exit
Build Your Legacy: Professionalize operations, develop an exit strategy, and maximize future value, ensuring you're building generational wealth.
This Is What Success Looks Like (For You).
Making more money than your current job, working for yourself instead of a boss.
Never worrying about layoffs again - you own the business, so your job is secure.
Being there for your kids' important moments because you control your own schedule, not some corporate calendar.
Working from anywhere you want - your home, a coffee shop, or even a beach in another country.
Building something you can pass down to your children - real wealth that lasts for generations.
Joining a group of people just like you who have made the jump from employee to business owner.
Don't Just Take Our Word For It.
Hear From Our Successful Members.
"I spent years trying to launch startups with no success. Within 90 days of joining Digital Acquisition Club, I was under LOI for an Amazon store generating $18K monthly in passive income. Best decision I've ever made." - Rob Flores
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Mike Freedman, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, he provided exceptional service, guiding me through every step of the process with professionalism and expertise. Mike took the time to understand my goals, offering valuable insights and advice. Communication was always clear and timely, and I felt supported throughout the entire journey. I highly recommend Mike to anyone looking to buy or sell a business. His expertise, professionalism, and genuine care for his clients sets him apart. Thank you for a fantastic experience!" - Bubba Jennings
"After 15 years in tech, I was burnt out. Through this program, I acquired a SaaS business that runs with minimal involvement and generates $25K monthly. The SBA loan guidance alone was worth the investment." - Jennifer Watson
Your Future Awaits. Don't Let Another Year Go By Working for Someone Else.
The time to act is now. Every month you wait is another month of making your boss rich instead of building your own wealth. You want financial freedom and time with your family - and you can have both when you own the right business.
This is your roadmap. This is your community. This is your chance.
DAC Academy
$1997
Here's what you get:
1 Year Access
Complete step-by-step training (12 modules)
Weekly group coaching calls (get your questions answered)
Private member community (connect with other buyers)
Rolodex of Experts
Checklists and Documents
Total value: $2977
No contracts - cancel anytime
DAC Concierge
$4997
Here's what you get:
1 Year Access
Everything in Academy (all the training and templates)
Personal 1-on-1 coaching (direct access to me)
Done-for-you deal finding (I find businesses for you)
Deal review service (I personally review every deal)
Direct mentorship (learn from my 13+ years of experience)
Total value: $7977
No contracts - cancel anytime
Common Questions (And Honest Answers)
How much money do I need to acquire a business?
With our lenders, you can acquire businesses with as little as 5-10% down. For example, a $1M business might require $50K-$100K cash down, with the loan covering the rest. Our curriculum teaches you how to structure deals with minimal cash outlay while still meeting lending requirements and producing high cashflow.
Do I need business experience to join?
No, many of our members start with no prior business ownership experience. The curriculum is designed to guide beginners through each step of the acquisition process, from identifying the right business to closing the deal and running it successfully.
How long does it take to acquire a business?
Most of our members acquire their first business within 6 months of starting the program. However, the timeline can vary based on your financial readiness, the businesses available in your target niche, and the complexity of the deal.
What types of businesses will I learn to acquire?
The curriculum focuses on online businesses such as e-commerce stores, SaaS companies, Amazon stores, digital marketing agencies, managed service providers, hosting companies, and many more - all of which can be operated remotely and offer attractive returns.
Do you offer a guarantee?
Yes, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied with the curriculum, simply let us know within 30 days of joining, and we'll refund your investment in full, no questions asked.
Our courses are designed by experts who have years of experience
and proven results in acquisitions and operations.
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