Atlanta Investment Group  ·  Passive Investor Program

EARN 10–18%
ANNUAL RETURNS
WITHOUT RUNNING
A BUSINESS.

We source, acquire, and operate profitable small businesses — then share the cash flow and exit proceeds with our investors. Our deals are backed by verified financials, real assets, and 20+ years of M&A experience. You write a check. We build the return.

Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investments involve risk. For accredited investors only. See full disclosures below.

Target Return Profile

10–18%
Target Annual Return (net)

Investment Horizon: 3–5 years

Minimum Investment: $50,000

Structure: Preferred equity or seller note participation

Cash Distributions: Quarterly from operating cash flow

Asset Backing: Business assets, equipment, and real estate where applicable
The Opportunity

WHERE SERIOUS CAPITAL
IS GOING NOW

The stock market returned 7% annualized over the last 20 years — with violent swings along the way. Real estate is rate-sensitive and management-intensive. Main Street acquisitions generate steady, predictable cash flow from day one — backed by real businesses with real customers, not paper promises.

Public Markets

Stocks & ETFs

⚠️ 7–10% long-term average (with significant volatility)
⚠️ Zero control over management or operations
⚠️ Highly correlated to macroeconomic swings
⚠️ No hard asset backing in most positions
Private Real Estate

Rental Properties

⚠️ 5–9% net yield in most markets today
⚠️ Active management required (tenants, maintenance)
⚠️ Illiquid, rate-sensitive, concentration risk
⚠️ Strong in appreciation, weaker on cash yield
Atlanta Investment Group

Main Street Business Acquisitions

10–18% target annual return on deployed capital
Experienced operator team manages the business
Cash flow from day one — businesses are already operational
Backed by real business assets, not paper
Multiple exit paths: sale, management buyout, refinance
Alternative Credit

Private Lending / Notes

⚠️ 8–12% yield but limited upside participation
⚠️ Security depends entirely on deal quality
⚠️ Requires sourcing trusted operators yourself
⚠️ No equity participation in growth or exit
How It Works

A SIMPLE, TRANSPARENT
INVESTMENT STRUCTURE

You provide capital. We source, acquire, operate, and grow the business. You earn preferred returns from cash flow and share in the exit proceeds.

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1. We Source & Vet the Deal

We identify acquisition targets through our proprietary network — cash-flowing businesses with verifiable financials, low customer concentration, and strong operating teams. Only deals that clear our full due diligence process move forward.

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2. We Present the Opportunity to Investors

Qualified investors receive a full deal memo: business overview, financial model, deal structure, risk analysis, and projected returns. You decide whether to participate — there's no pressure and no automatic commitment.

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3. Capital is Deployed at Close

Your investment is deployed as part of the acquisition capital stack — structured as preferred equity, a participating note, or a revenue-share agreement depending on deal specifics.

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4. You Receive Quarterly Distributions

Beginning in the first full quarter post-close, you receive your preferred return distributions from operating cash flow — typically 8–12% annualized in the current period, with remaining upside accruing to equity.

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5. Exit & Full Return of Capital

At exit (sale, management buyout, or refinance — typically 3–5 years), you receive your original capital back plus your share of the appreciation. Total target returns of 10–18% annually, all-in.

ILLUSTRATIVE DEAL EXAMPLE

Service Business Acquisition — Southeast

Business Revenue$2.1M
EBITDA$420K
Purchase Price$1.68M (4× EBITDA)
Investor Capital$420K (25%)
Senior Debt (SBA)$840K
Seller Note$420K

Projected Returns — Investor Position

Annual Cash Distribution$46K–$55K
Cash-on-Cash Yield11–13%
Exit (Year 4, 5× EBITDA)~$2.5M
Investor Share of Exit~$210K profit
Total IRR (est.)15–18%

Illustrative example only. Actual returns will vary. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Investment Structures

THREE WAYS TO
PARTICIPATE

Depending on your goals, risk tolerance, and preferred liquidity profile, we offer multiple ways to invest in our deal flow.

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Preferred Equity

A fixed preferred return (8–10% annually) paid quarterly from cash flow, with participation in exit proceeds above a hurdle. First priority on distributions after senior debt service. Best for income-focused investors.

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Participating Note

A senior secured note with a fixed interest rate (9–12%) plus a "kicker" — a small equity participation at exit. Offers the security of a note with some upside exposure. Best for capital preservation with upside optionality.

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Common Equity Co-Investor

Full equity participation alongside Atlanta Investment Group with no preferred — higher risk, highest potential return. Distributions are performance-dependent, but exit upside is uncapped. Best for sophisticated investors seeking maximum returns.

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Deal-by-Deal Selection

Review each opportunity independently and choose which deals to participate in. No blind pool, no commitment to future deals — full transparency and control over your capital at all times. Minimum $50K per deal.

Investor Feedback

WHAT OUR INVESTORS SAY

★★★★★
I was tired of getting 4% on bonds and watching the stock market gyrate. Andrew brought me into a deal with a construction services company — I've received my preferred distribution every quarter and the business has grown 30% since acquisition. I'm in two more deals now.
Victor A.
Retired Executive · $200K invested across 2 deals
★★★★★
The deal memo was more thorough than anything I've seen in my years doing angel investing. They laid out the risks honestly, not just the upside. That credibility is exactly what made me wire the money. Distributions have been on time every single quarter.
Sandra M.
Real Estate Investor · $150K preferred equity position
★★★★★
I've invested in real estate for 20 years. The cash yield from this was better than my best rental property — with none of the landlord headaches. Andrew's team handles everything. I just check my quarterly statement.
James R.
Business Owner & Passive Investor · Atlanta, GA
Investor Criteria

WHO WE WORK WITH

We're selective about our investor partners — because we take our obligations to them seriously.

You Are a Good Fit If:
  • You are an accredited investor ($1M net worth or $200K+ annual income)
  • You have $50,000–$500,000+ available for deployment
  • You have a 3–5 year investment horizon (not needing liquidity near-term)
  • You value cash flow over speculative appreciation
  • You want transparency — we share financials and operational updates quarterly
  • You appreciate a relationship-based approach, not an automated platform
We Are Not a Fit If:
  • You need liquidity within 12 months
  • You are not an accredited investor
  • You want guaranteed returns — all investments carry risk and we don't promise otherwise
  • You're looking for day-trading or crypto-level volatility and speculative upside
  • You expect to micromanage operations — we are the operators

Not sure if you qualify?

Book a 30-minute call. If you're not the right fit today, we'll tell you honestly — and often recommend a path to get there.

STOP SETTLING FOR
4% WHEN 14% EXISTS.

Schedule a private investor inquiry call with Andrew Collins. We'll walk through our current deal flow, answer your questions, and determine if there's a fit — no pressure, full transparency.

Request Investor Information
Private Investor Call

BOOK YOUR
INVESTOR INQUIRY CALL

30 minutes. Completely confidential. Andrew will review your investment goals and share our current deal pipeline with qualified investors.

Important Disclosures: Investment in private business acquisitions involves significant risk, including the possible loss of your entire principal investment. Past performance of previous transactions does not guarantee future results. Target returns of 10–18% are projections only and are not guaranteed. All investments are illiquid and subject to a 3–5 year hold period. These materials are for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security. Investments are available to accredited investors only as defined under SEC Rule 501 of Regulation D. Prospective investors should consult with their own legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decision. Atlanta Investment Group and its principals may earn fees in connection with transactions in which investor capital participates.