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Business By The Numbers

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by Hunt Demarest

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Hunt Demarest, CPA has consistently provided his financial business acumen to help move the industry toward greater heights of success and profitability. Hunt was recently referred to as a "terrific advocate of the aftermarket." He is the author of the book, Your Perfect Shop: How to Start, Run & Sell a Profitable Shop. In this book, he compiled some of the best practices for auto repair shop owners, whether they are just starting or have been in the business for years. Hunt's podcast will provide a core understanding of the financial aspects of running an auto repair shop.

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July 30, 2026

Secured vs. Unsecured: The Borrowing Playbook Every Auto Shop Owner Needs Before They Need It [E233]

Thanks to our partners Promotive, WickedFile, Maverick Shop Owners, and OverdryveYou need money. Maybe it's to cover payroll this week, maybe it's to buy the alignment rack you've been eyeing for a year. Either way, Hunt Demarest, CPA, says the loan you should get depends entirely on two questions banks are already asking about you: do you have cash flow, and do you have collateral?In this solo follow-up to his cash reserves series, Hunt breaks down every borrowing option available to auto repair shop owners and ranks them from cheapest to most dangerous. He walks through real client scenarios — equity in your building, financing new equipment, strong profits with nothing to put up as collateral — and explains exactly what to say (and not say) when you sit down with a bank. He closes with a hard look at credit card advance loans: why they're marketed as easy money, why the interest rate isn't actually what traps shop owners, and why the repayment period is the real killer.Whether you're planning a purchase a year out or you need cash this month, this episode gives you the vocabulary and the game plan to borrow smarter.What You'll Learn...00:00 Intro: wrapping up the cash conversation with how to actually get the money03:46 Secured vs. unsecured debt, and why one always beats the other on rate06:10 The two things every bank is really looking for: cash flow and collateral07:12 Scenario: You're out of cash, but your building has equity07:57 Refinance or borrow against it? How to decide, and why today's rates change the math13:26 Scenario: You're out of cash and need new equipment: financing vs. leasing15:40 Scenario: Strong profits, no collateral, the situation most bootstrapped shops face17:25 How to frame your ask so the bank says yes (the tire business pitch)18:46 Last resort: credit card advance loans explained, and how they actually get repaid20:48 Why the interest rate isn't what kills you: it's the repayment period23:34 Wrap-up: share the show and send in your questionsThanks to our partner, PromotivePromotive has over 40 years of recruiting and automotive experience. If you need qualified technicians and service advisors and want to offload the heavy lifting, visit <a href="https://gopromotive.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://gopromotive.com/</a>Thanks to our partner, WickedFileTurn chaos into clarity with WickedFile, the AI for auto repair shops. Transform invoices into insights, protect cash flow, and stop losing parts, cores, or credits to maximize your bottom line. visit <a href="https://info.wickedfile.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://info.wickedfile.com/</a>Thanks to our partner, Maverick Shop OwnersYou're working on growing a more profitable shop - that's critical. That's exactly what the 24-video Blueprint course by Maverick Shop Owners addresses - customers, sales, profit, people, systems, and freedom. Get free access for our listeners only at <a href="https://maverickshopowners.com/blueprint" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://maverickshopowners.com/blueprint</a>Thanks to our partner, OverdryveOverdryve is your AI-powered marketing operating system. It predicts slow weeks before they happen, automatically launches revenue-driving campaigns, tracks ROI down to the dollar, and optimizes performance in real time. Visit <a href="https://overdryvemarketing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://overdryvemarketing.com/</a>Paar Melis and Associates – Accountants Specializing in Automotive RepairVisit us Online: <a href="http://www.paarmelis.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.paarmelis.com</a>Email Hunt: <a href="mailto:podcast@paarmelis.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">podcast@paarmelis.com</a>Get the FREE 2026 Auto Shop Benchmark Report: <a href="https://hubs.ly/Q04j-grh0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://hubs.ly/Q04j-grh0</a>Download a Copy of My Books Here:<ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Bays-FINANCIAL-PLAYBOOK-REPAIR/dp/B0G3BB1767/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2SNAGXTJT56PL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.AoyDYGC4kKntkYPo3CosRUm5i6KJF6s6muKzRhQH1V9swOG_oNisUHTUSmqnsLaYWhYmTCaThe78GVlswn7Uk4-hiQlV35mznQARNwA3FHK0ZkbLI5lPUCZJPD7NhB6Z_KmTrSAJcBTqUN0Mtfgvpg.LS5LzRulzaK8PBs1eUZrH93Pw5zBvrWabCSJOYUEnr0&dib_tag=se&keywords=Hunt+demarest&qid=1764355694&sprefix=hunt+demarest%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beyond the Bays: A Financial Playbook for Auto Repair Shop Owners</a></li><li><a href="https://info.paarmelis.com/wrenches-to-write-offs" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wrenches to Write-Offs</a></li><li><a href="https://paarmelis.com/your-perfect-shop-book-download/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Your Perfect Shop</a> </li></ul> <a href="https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Automotive Repair Podcast Network</a>: <a href="https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/</a><a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Remarkable Results Radio Podcast</a> with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion<a href="https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z</a> with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life.<a href="https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Weekly Blitz</a> with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching.<a href="https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Speak Up! Effective Communication</a> with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size.<a href="https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Business by the Numbers</a> with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest.<a href="https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast</a> with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level.

July 23, 2026

Debt-Free Isn't the Win You Think It Is [E232]

Hunt Demarest, CPA, explains how to strategically acquire cash for your auto repair shop, revealing why being debt-free can be a dangerous position.

July 16, 2026

Debt-Free, Cash-Broke: The Reserve Mistake Nobody Warns You About [E231]

Hunt Demarest, CPA, explains how shop owners avoid being debt-free but cash-broke by managing reserves effectively.

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What is Business By The Numbers?: Hunt Demarest, CPA has consistently provided his financial business acumen to help move the industry toward greater heights of success and profitability. Hunt was recently referred to as a "terrific advocate of the aftermarket."

He is the author of the book, Your Perfect Shop: How to Start, Run & Sell a Profitable Shop. In this book, he compiled some of the best practices for auto repair shop owners, whether they are just starting or have been in the business for years.

Hunt's podcast will provide a core understanding of the financial aspects of running an auto repair shop.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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