The 7 Most Successful Business to Get Your Hands On
No business is without risk.
Samson JagorasPrincipal & CEO/CIOFebruary 23, 2025
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The Seven Most Successful Businesses to Buy
No business is without risk.
Duh.
But certain sectors consistently show higher success rates than others.
Based on a range of factors including market demand, industry stability, and entry barriers here are seven types of businesses that, on paper at least, present the highest potential for sustained success over the next decade as the 'Silver Tsunami' rolls along.
Information Technology Services (80% success rate): The IT sector remains robust, driven by continuous technological advancements and an ever-increasing reliance on digital solutions.
Professional Services (80% success rate): This category includes legal, accounting, and consulting services, which benefit from ongoing demand and high professional standards.
Vending Machine Businesses (90% success rate): With low entry costs and operational simplicity, vending machine businesses are an attractive option.
Public Administration Related Businesses (90% success rate): Often involving government contracts, these businesses can have varied costs depending on the services provided and the scale of operations.
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Utilities (90% success rate): Essential services such as water, gas, and electricity supply involve significant infrastructure investments, often running into millions of dollars, but they benefit from regulated demand and stable revenue streams. They're successful but perhaps not so easy to acquire.
Self Storage Facilities (92% success rate): As America continues to build up, the recurring, revenue, predictability, and RE that can accompany them make SSF's appealing.
Laundromats (95% success rate): Known for their resilience, laundromats may prove lucrative depending on location, size, and the quality of the machines/facilities.
Each of these are potentially lucrative investments for the sharp acquisition entrepreneur.
As with any business decision, thorough research and careful planning are crucial to increase your own personal success rate.
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About the author
Principal & CEO/CIO
Samson Jagoras has 15+ years across finance, real estate, and business acquisitions. He began his career as a Futures & Commodities broker and later served as Chief Strategy Officer of an INC 500 marketing and technology firm, helping scale revenue from $1M to over $100M. Today he buys, builds, and advises a portfolio of companies with a focus on M&A, capital allocation, and operational strategy.