@@jamier4509 The problem is, when it comes to business ventures, investments, assets, income, etc. is child support and the way our judicial system calculates what is owed, why, and when. If the husband opens a franchise and absorbs/buys the franchise, he is now the sole owner of the franchise with no marital documents, no co-ownership, no dividing profits. The child support goes through the roof. If the wife absorbs it, the husband is in the deep end on the investment, continues to owe child support, and has the extremely extremely difficult task of either A) Continuing employment under his ex-wife, or B) Pursuing other business ventures, like his restaurant endeavors, and thriving in what he knows best - putting food on the table.
Brother ever since I became a subscriber I've been rooting for you and your company - employees. I've been on a binge watching your videos. You are the best. May God continue to bless you and and guide your way.
I hope Augusta brand isn't affected in that area because of what took place. You are definitely a great human being. I'm pretty sure the majority of people who has a signed document would go after what it's agreed upon. Keep moving forward!!!
That's a great thing, Augusta had their back and didn't do what most companies would have done. It"s refreshing to see something like this. It shows character and why your business will grow and change how lawn care is a real business, but has a heart as well.
I had a boss like you, and I kept screwing up because of addcition. Thank you for giving people a chance, even at that time it meant the world to me. I feel shame and regret but you have my gratitude.
Can you imagine a world where more people did business like this? He could cripple these people and move on like conqueror with a notch on his belt but no, he can afford the loss so he takes the loss. If he had shareholders he legally couldn’t do this. There’d be less billionaires but more happy thriving people.
Much respect for you, Mike. Very professional in all you do. Hoping to open up a Augusta in Spartanburg, SC to keep growing with the current business I have.
If you go thru divorce as a loving soul, it will rip that soul out and flatly shite upon it. The man gets treated like the Daddy and the wife treated as if a helpless infant, the courts do not believe a man and a woman were created equally- they give her everything you had, have, and will have... As a fellow divorce club member, I thank you for providing some relief for this new member!
This is heartbreaking. Abie has been such an awesome addition to the Augusta brand. A big heart, a go getter, super positive, and one heck of a salesman. You will definitely be missed. I hope your situation goes smooth.
Great video mike !! Hey Massachusetts!! thats where I'm from lol , Sandwich MA, like I know that place good old Cape cod, MA I'm prob 30-40 mins from there haha , I've seen your trucks here and there on Cape .. how is that business doing ?? .. also I enjoy your videos too ! keep up the hard work man!
One thing I’ve learned in business. Everyone will tell you to not take business personal… but if you don’t take it personal you won’t have a worthwhile business.
Sad to see this... I actually had a back and forth with Abie in the Landscape Business Course group on Facebook right after he bought into the Augusta franchise. We chatted about purchasing some used equipment and the benefits of Augusta's franchise system. I hate to see that personal life didn't let Abie realize the fruits out his labors. Good luck to Abie as he moves forward. Kudos to you, Mike, for helping, instead of making a bad situation worse!!!
Mike you seem like such a solid man. I feel like people look at your estimated age and treat you differently. I think it would be interesting (and super entertaining) to have you go "undercover" with some top quality makeup and facial hair and see if peoples reactions are different. Cheers from Canada
Mike, do you credit a lot of growth to marketing/advertising target markets and maintaining dense routes with quality employees?? Love your stuff man. Hope you are doing well.
Hello Mike, I'm Joe, I used to own a drought tolerant garden installation small business in so.California for about 8 year's, but unfortunately I went through a divorce myself shortly after my mother past away from Cancer in early 2019. I gave up the business to my assistant and I moved up the coast in Oregon, did a few jobs lawn jobs and one custom garden installation,..At the time a wasn't current with few years of back taxes so I decided to work a full time job at local Feed mill to get my money in order. It's been almost two years and Ive finally decided that I want to pick up the landscaping business again...possibly go into a franchise with Augusta!?!? I'm am planning on traveling out to the valley to start up,(portland, Hillsboro and Beaverton areas which are about an hour + away. I currently only have one client where I take care of their large garden about every other weekend. Mostly weeding, pruning and hedging, the owners cut their own lawn I quitting my full time job in December, I've been very depressed working the 9 to 5 for someone else 🙃 I have a riding mower, push power mower, weed Wackerand plenty of landscaping gear olus my trusty toyota tundra. Can't wait to get back into this.
Need to find someone to run this franchise like lawn guys does with their franchisees/ when you shutdown a location that's lost Revenue than your competition can come in and take over the building and the property/ the sa mb e thing happens with us lawns down south.
A man has to shut his business down due to the fact of a greedy woman. Laws need to be reformed when it comes to divorce and child custody and what someone should be 'allowed to take' from another.
Sad that two adults can't put personal feelings aside and reach an agreement to continue to operate a successful business. Even The Rock and his ex wife run the XFL together.
Personally if was you.... People lie really bad. he may very well be getting divorced.. your extending a release on your contract with your franchisees.. I would highly recommend in a legal release that they do notbown/ operate a landscape company for a period of 5yrs if not 10 yrs. obviously termination is costing you money and would be savvy on your behalf to protect your interests and potential of those who are not ethical.. Hope this information helps you.
There are certain protections legally but I also have the ability to waive those, if needed. This franchisee ended up coming back after the divorce was finalized... and operates the same location.
This appears to be a bunch of BS. The guy in the video appears to have been forced to come on here and say that the franchise is GREAT GREAT GREAT, BUT BLAH BLAH BLAH my life sucks. BS. Also, all of this sales numbers talk, but how much of that was the owner keeping, what were his profits? If it was so good, why didn't this franchise dude keep it rolling? There is BS all over this. Also, you can sue and put court leins all you want, doesn't mean you'll EVER get paid. Very Fishy. The franchise dude here even mentions in the video that he has to come up with a bs story to give customers to keep the company looking good just incase. WHAT WAS THE TAKE HOME PAY IS THE REAL QUESTION?
Another option is to sell that division of the company or to find another owner if its already a profitable route
This would’ve made sense. Corporate could’ve absorbed this branch and hire a GM etc
Thought the same thing. Corporate keep it.
@@jamier4509 maybe franchise it out to the ex wife. The husband would be pissed. Put up billboards of her, tv commercial etc lol
@@jamier4509 The problem is, when it comes to business ventures, investments, assets, income, etc. is child support and the way our judicial system calculates what is owed, why, and when. If the husband opens a franchise and absorbs/buys the franchise, he is now the sole owner of the franchise with no marital documents, no co-ownership, no dividing profits. The child support goes through the roof. If the wife absorbs it, the husband is in the deep end on the investment, continues to owe child support, and has the extremely extremely difficult task of either A) Continuing employment under his ex-wife, or B) Pursuing other business ventures, like his restaurant endeavors, and thriving in what he knows best - putting food on the table.
Lawn care companies are not worth much to sell. Especially one that is attached to a franchise and only a couple years old.
I was cynical when I first started watching your videos . Now as time goes by I am very very impressed.
Brother ever since I became a subscriber I've been rooting for you and your company - employees. I've been on a binge watching your videos. You are the best. May God continue to bless you and and guide your way.
I hope Augusta brand isn't affected in that area because of what took place. You are definitely a great human being. I'm pretty sure the majority of people who has a signed document would go after what it's agreed upon. Keep moving forward!!!
That's a great thing, Augusta had their back and didn't do what most companies would have done. It"s refreshing to see something like this. It shows character and why your business will grow and change how lawn care is a real business, but has a heart as well.
Mike is such a “stand up” guy! This is only one example of the sincerity of this man!
Despite being only like 4 feet tall
Divorce is a rough one.... it's good to see that you are working with them, most companies wouldn't.
I wish them the best !
Bless you Abie! If there is anything I can do, even to just talk or vent, please reach out. Wish only the Best for you!
Very smart of you to make sure there's no loose ends and keep a good perception of Augusta.
I had a boss like you, and I kept screwing up because of addcition. Thank you for giving people a chance, even at that time it meant the world to me. I feel shame and regret but you have my gratitude.
Can you imagine a world where more people did business like this? He could cripple these people and move on like conqueror with a notch on his belt but no, he can afford the loss so he takes the loss.
If he had shareholders he legally couldn’t do this.
There’d be less billionaires but more happy thriving people.
Much respect for you, Mike. Very professional in all you do. Hoping to open up a Augusta in Spartanburg, SC to keep growing with the current business I have.
Did you ever get to open it?
Mike and Augusta team thank you so much for your content 🙏 so helpful and I hav a 3yr goal to be franchised in with Augusta!!!
If you go thru divorce as a loving soul, it will rip that soul out and flatly shite upon it. The man gets treated like the Daddy and the wife treated as if a helpless infant, the courts do not believe a man and a woman were created equally- they give her everything you had, have, and will have... As a fellow divorce club member, I thank you for providing some relief for this new member!
This is heartbreaking. Abie has been such an awesome addition to the Augusta brand. A big heart, a go getter, super positive, and one heck of a salesman. You will definitely be missed. I hope your situation goes smooth.
Great video mike !! Hey Massachusetts!! thats where I'm from lol , Sandwich MA, like I know that place good old Cape cod, MA I'm prob 30-40 mins from there haha , I've seen your trucks here and there on Cape .. how is that business doing ?? .. also I enjoy your videos too ! keep up the hard work man!
One thing I’ve learned in business. Everyone will tell you to not take business personal… but if you don’t take it personal you won’t have a worthwhile business.
with landscaping videos popping up on my feed, yours is the only one I see that tries to help others. I'll sub for that.
🙏
Sad to see this... I actually had a back and forth with Abie in the Landscape Business Course group on Facebook right after he bought into the Augusta franchise. We chatted about purchasing some used equipment and the benefits of Augusta's franchise system. I hate to see that personal life didn't let Abie realize the fruits out his labors. Good luck to Abie as he moves forward. Kudos to you, Mike, for helping, instead of making a bad situation worse!!!
Your awesome for being so honest and forthright!!!
Would it be possible discussing taking over that franchise in Dix Hills?
Yes. We would need to get in touch before end of this week. Go to AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise and setup a Zoom call with me.
@@MikeAndes you find someone to take it over?
Did you found somebody to take it over
Dix Hills is one of the wealthiest places on Long Island. Like mini mansion land.
Mike you seem like such a solid man. I feel like people look at your estimated age and treat you differently. I think it would be interesting (and super entertaining) to have you go "undercover" with some top quality makeup and facial hair and see if peoples reactions are different.
Cheers from Canada
Good for you Mike..
Ive been cutting the NY times building in queens long island for 20 years!!!!
Your a stand up guy Mike .
dont they have compost sites near u??? where u can dump grass clippings and leavs and stuff for free?
Would love to know any details as to that monthly revenue. Man I couldn't imagine reaching that! Great video!
Watching this in 2022 and there is another Agusta lawn care here on long Island
I have an interview to work as a landscaper today do you need experience ?
Mike, do you credit a lot of growth to marketing/advertising target markets and maintaining dense routes with quality employees?? Love your stuff man. Hope you are doing well.
💯
Couldn’t corporate take over that location if it’s so well in revenue .
He is corporate tho
And for him to take it over he'd have to be there as an owner and he lives and works on the other end of the country
Dix hills baby! Islip here!
Great vlog bro , sad vlog. but it speaks a lot to your character and the powerful Augusta lawncare. 🔥💯
Hello Mike, I'm Joe, I used to own a drought tolerant garden installation small business in so.California for about 8 year's, but unfortunately I went through a divorce myself shortly after my mother past away from Cancer in early 2019. I gave up the business to my assistant and I moved up the coast in Oregon, did a few jobs lawn jobs and one custom garden installation,..At the time a wasn't current with few years of back taxes so I decided to work a full time job at local Feed mill to get my money in order. It's been almost two years and Ive finally decided that I want to pick up the landscaping business again...possibly go into a franchise with Augusta!?!? I'm am planning on traveling out to the valley to start up,(portland, Hillsboro and Beaverton areas which are about an hour + away. I currently only have one client where I take care of their large garden about every other weekend. Mostly weeding, pruning and hedging, the owners cut their own lawn I quitting my full time job in December, I've been very depressed working the 9 to 5 for someone else 🙃 I have a riding mower, push power mower, weed Wackerand plenty of landscaping gear olus my trusty toyota tundra. Can't wait to get back into this.
Great video Mike!
What does it mean and how do you add value to your clients?
Need to find someone to run this franchise like lawn guys does with their franchisees/ when you shutdown a location that's lost Revenue than your competition can come in and take over the building and the property/ the sa mb e thing happens with us lawns down south.
Ya we put a manager in place to take care of clients and continue growing
if a person has the solo franchise, can said person sell the franchise to a 3rd party? lock stock and barrel
Yes
More money, more problems?
98,000 dollars a month?!! Howww??? How many accounts is that, sheeesh!
Mike thats why your very succesful
Is this franchise available for sale? Have cash looking to relocate
No. We ended up sending a general manager there to run the territory
Hang in there!!
Hey mike I’m in westchester New York i already have a business but I have accounts in Greenwnich ct . I’m looking to grow my business
hope life treats him good but mike a. is nice i see what other cant see in mike -
Would love to know how he makes 98,000 a month and how many employees
He had 7 total. About 60% of the revenue was projects
@@MikeAndes
What do you mean by " projects"?
@@patricksears163 landscape projects...not lawncare.
Hey man I’m interested being a franchisee
Nice
Wondering if he could have make a deal with his divorce settlement.
It's not that.. if you listened he mentioned child support. New York is the worst state in the nation for child support.
@@robc1961child support always smashes people
This is why he needs for work for himself mowing all cash 😂
Hope everything worked out for him
Man that's a bummer.
Brother why dont you get a partner and buy the company and brand
What does it mean to be a student of the industry and what does it look like?
I hope this dude was able to start up another business after everything was finalized and kept some of his customers.
I wish i could 98000
@@MikeAndes that monthly rev is awesome. Can you go into more detail how they did 98k in one of their first months?
@@whitepinelandscaping9017 I would like to see the math behind it too! Thanks for putting the content out there!
A man has to shut his business down due to the fact of a greedy woman. Laws need to be reformed when it comes to divorce and child custody and what someone should be 'allowed to take' from another.
Too bad you couldn't hire a manager for that area.
We did ✅👍🏻
@@MikeAndes I'll look for the video.
The background music is so sad 😂
Sad that two adults can't put personal feelings aside and reach an agreement to continue to operate a successful business. Even The Rock and his ex wife run the XFL together.
U r one windy lad!
"Just like...." LOL
Personally if was you.... People lie really bad. he may very well be getting divorced.. your extending a release on your contract with your franchisees.. I would highly recommend in a legal release that they do notbown/ operate a landscape company for a period of 5yrs if not 10 yrs. obviously termination is costing you money and would be savvy on your behalf to protect your interests and potential of those who are not ethical.. Hope this information helps you.
There are certain protections legally but I also have the ability to waive those, if needed. This franchisee ended up coming back after the divorce was finalized... and operates the same location.
Wow.
He wanted a buyout
He looks like hes on a upper...
Yup
Why didn't he just buy wife out keep the business going..
keeps firing ppl and filming it. From customers, employees and now franchises.
I wasn’t firing him. He had to leave. BTW he came back to the franchise after the divorce and took the location back ✅
@@MikeAndes just had to get the income and assets down temporarily so they didn’t all go to the ex wife 😂
You're too nice loo
F
This appears to be a bunch of BS. The guy in the video appears to have been forced to come on here and say that the franchise is GREAT GREAT GREAT, BUT BLAH BLAH BLAH my life sucks. BS. Also, all of this sales numbers talk, but how much of that was the owner keeping, what were his profits?
If it was so good, why didn't this franchise dude keep it rolling? There is BS all over this. Also, you can sue and put court leins all you want, doesn't mean you'll EVER get paid. Very Fishy. The franchise dude here even mentions in the video that he has to come up with a bs story to give customers to keep the company looking good just incase. WHAT WAS THE TAKE HOME PAY IS THE REAL QUESTION?
Feel free to cal the franchisee. A year After the divorce he came back to Augusta and is an owner today
Please send the Contract info or point me to the location so that i may call him.
That’s noble
Anybody who needs to buy into a landscape business franchise……
God help you.