Zero to One, Then 1 to 4 by Acquisition
Zero to One, Then 1 to 4 by Acquisition  
Podcast: Acquiring Minds
Published On: Mon Oct 26 2026
Description: Rahib Diwan started a short-term rental company, then bought another one 3x its size without having to use more cash.Topics in Rahib interview:From healthcare to short-term rentalsBuilding the business from scratchChoosing Nashville as the marketLuxury properties as a nicheValuing the property management businessFinancing through an SBA expansion loanSellers retaining 20% equityPreserving property-owner relationshipsUnexpected customer churn after acquisitionRebuilding operations and booking momentumReferences and how to contact Rahib:LinkedInVisit Nashville NowMatt Orley on Acquiring Minds: Buying for Brand (Then Growing 4x)Megan McGee on Acquiring Minds: No SBA Loan and $75k Out of PocketGet a complimentary IT audit for acquisition diligence or post-close transition.Visit inzotechnologies.com/eta.The ecosystem for serious acquisition entrepreneurs—education, capital, community, and post-close support to buy and grow a business:The Acquisition LabGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron