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Ace Chapman
Long-time business buyer who has bought and sold 100+ small businesses under $2M.
Key facts
- Website
- acechapman.com
- Pricing
- Targets profitable small businesses generally valued under $2,000,000
- Country
- United States
- Rating
- No reviews yet
About Ace Chapman
Ace Chapman is a long-time individual business buyer who has personally bought and sold more than 100 small businesses since starting at age 19, ranging from tanning salons and mortgage companies to a 3D animation studio and clothing resale shops, and currently owns roughly 40 businesses. He also teaches business acquisition strategy through courses and content, and has helped clients worldwide buy over 100 additional companies, screening roughly 300 opportunities for every dozen he acquires.
Key features
- 100+ businesses bought/sold
- Currently owns roughly 40 companies
- Buyer education programs
- Focus on sub-$2M deals
Pros & cons
Pros
- Two decades of hands-on buying experience
- Approachable focus on very small deals
Cons
- Deal counts are self-reported
- Educational content is monetized
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ace Chapman
How many businesses has Ace Chapman bought and sold?
Ace Chapman has bought and sold more than 100 small businesses over his career, starting at age 19, and currently owns approximately 40 businesses.
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