Watch This BEFORE Your Buy/Start A Business in 2026

Buying a business in 2026? In this episode of JackQuisitions, Jack Carr reveals the 3 industries you absolutely must avoid and the 3 biggest acquisition opportunities with massive tailwinds right now. If you are looking for scalable enterprise value rather than just buying yourself a job, this framework is for you. We break down why "hot" industries like solar and construction can become financial landmines once you layer in SBA debt and labor constraints—and what to buy instead. 👇 What You’ll Learn: The Acquisition Lens: How to evaluate a deal for an eventual exit, not just lifestyle income. The "Urgency" Factor: Why demand urgency is the #1 metric for home service acquisitions. Debt Traps: The hidden dangers of external dependency when carrying SBA loans. Sectors to Avoid: Why construction and solar are facing a subsidy collapse and regulation squeeze. Top 3 Targets: The fear-based moats and recurring-service models that will win in 2026. 💼 Special Thanks to First Internet Bank! Looking to buy or expand a business? First Internet Bank is a National Preferred SBA lender specializing in acquisitions for the skilled trades. Their SBA loan program offers up to 90% financing for business acquisitions, partner buyouts, and commercial real estate—plus optional lines of credit to fuel future growth. Unlike traditional lenders, they take a “how can we” approach, making deals happen for both first-time buyers and experienced operators. 👉 Special Offer: Mention Owned and Operated for a reduced good faith deposit and a complimentary deal review + buyside prequalification. Connect with Alan Peterson: https://alanfib.com/ 💼 Big Reputation — Stop chasing reviews and watching competitors outrank you. Big Reputation is the AI-powered review + SEO platform built for home service pros. Automate review generation, respond with AI, track local SEO, and integrate with your CRM. Setup is free, and your first month’s on the house. 👉 Book your demo: https://www.bigreputation.ai/?utm_sou... 💼 Shoutout to Quick Staffers LLC Need trained HVAC & plumbing CSRs at a fraction of the cost? Quick Staffers LLC specializes in placing top-tier global talent with the best SOPs and scripts. 🔥 Get $1,000 off your first placement here: [https://www.quickstaffers.com/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Buying a Business in 2026 00:21 Key Factors in Evaluating Business Acquisitions 02:14 Worst Business #1: Construction 04:25 Worst Business #2: Solar 06:55 Worst Business #3: Storm Chasing Roofers 10:43 Best Business #3: Pest Control 14:00 Best Business #2: Restoration and Mitigation 19:21 Best Business #1: Electrical Home Services 🔗 Connect with Me https://x.com/thehvacjack #BusinessAcquisition #HomeServices #SmallBusiness #SBAloans #HVACBusiness #PlumbingBusiness #Entrepreneurship #JackQuisitions #OwnedAndOperated