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Issue 91 - Invest in the Next Big Thing in American: Bourbon plus 2 FREE places still available at our next quarterly meeting.
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Welcome to the latest edition of "The Investment Exchange," your premier source for mergers & acquisitions, investment and personal growth insights. In this issue, we bring you the latest deals and opportunities plus introduce some of the podcasters, influencers and content creators that are shaping the investment landscape.
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Contents
Weekly Update - Roll-Ups and M&A Insights from Austin, Texas
Current Investment Opportunities - Meadowland Distillery Barrel Investment Opportunity
Property with Paul - The Renters Reform Bill: Start Preparing Now for the Changes Ahead
Expert Corner - Daniel Priestly
Events, Offers, Insights and Announcements - Ascend³ Newcastle Upon Tyne — 2 Free Guest Passes Available
Section 1 - Weekly Update: Roll-Ups and M&A Insights from Austin, Texas
This week, I’ve been in Austin, Texas, having some insightful discussions with Carl Allen about roll-up strategies and how we can scale businesses through smart acquisitions. Carl’s expertise in M&A has provided invaluable perspectives, and we’re exploring some exciting opportunities together.
In addition, I had the honour of speaking at the Harbour Club about mergers and acquisitions alongside Daniel Priestly who we feature in our Expert Section. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and share strategies for successfully navigating the M&A landscape. The conversations were energising, and it’s always great to be in a room full of like-minded individuals focused on growth and opportunity.
I’ll be taking these fresh insights and applying them as we continue our journey with Balmoral Partners. If you’re interested in learning more about M&A or roll-ups, feel free to reach out – I’m always happy to discuss!
Section 2 - Investment Opportunity: Meadowland Distillery Barrel Investment Opportunity
Invest in the Next Big Thing in American Bourbon! Why Invest in Bourbon?
Outperforms Traditional Assets: Whiskey investments have outperformed the S&P 500 by 2X and US real estate by 10X over the past 10 years.
Barrel Appreciation: Bourbon barrels typically appreciate 3x to 5x in 5 years.
Global Growth: The bourbon market is growing at 7% annually through 2030 and beyond.
Meadowland Distillery Highlights
Proven Track Record: Founded in 2023, Meadowland secured $10M in pre-order sales and aims to scale in 2026.
Award-Winning Expertise: Led by Hunter J. Coffey, winner of Best Bourbon Under 10 Years at the 2023 San Francisco Spirits Competition. A second renowned master distiller joins in 2025.
State-of-the-Art Equipment: Using the latest technology from Vendome® Copper and Brass Company to ensure top-quality bourbon.
Why It Works
Flexible Ownership: Investors can structure their barrel portfolios like bond ladders, with controlled “maturity dates” to lock in returns.
Minimal Overhead: Low costs for storage, insurance, and exiting, with bourbon barrel prices well above risk thresholds.
Investment Opportunity
High Returns: Bourbon barrels have consistently shown 3x to 5x returns in 5 years.
Low-Cost, High-Growth: Minimal fees and 7% annual growth projected for the market.
Proven Leadership: Backed by a team with a solid track record and award-winning expertise.
Ready to Invest?
Join us in bringing premium, award-winning bourbon to the world. Meadowland Distillery is your opportunity for high returns in a rapidly growing market.
Contact Information
Ronan Rogers
Head of Global Sales
Meadowland Distillery
📱 Mobile: 1-646-627-5028
✉️ Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.meadowland.com
Section 3 - Property with Paul Langshaw: The Renters Reform Bill: Start Preparing Now for the Changes Ahead
The UK property market is undergoing significant changes with the introduction of the Renters Reform Bill. As investors, understanding these changes is essential to maintaining and growing a profitable portfolio.
Key Changes
One of the most impactful changes is the abolition of Section 21 "no-fault" evictions, meaning landlords will need specific grounds for possession. However, this is balanced by strengthened Section 8 grounds, which now include provisions for selling properties or moving family members in.
The bill also introduces periodic tenancies as standard, offering more flexibility to tenants and reforming rent review processes. Additionally, landlords will face greater difficulty in refusing reasonable pet requests.
Benefits for Long-Term Landlords
Professional landlords stand to benefit from reduced turnover and void periods, as longer tenancies cut the costs of finding new tenants. The reforms may also attract higher-quality, long-term renters who maintain properties better.
As the market professionalizes, serious landlords who embrace these changes can stand out, especially as amateur landlords exit. The improved dispute resolution system will streamline legitimate possession cases, further benefitting well-prepared investors.
Enhanced Tenant Security
The legislation introduces the Decent Homes Standard for private rentals and protects tenants from retaliatory evictions when requesting repairs. This added stability allows renters to establish roots in communities, which can result in better care for the properties they rent.
Additional Benefits
A new digital property portal will make compliance easier, and mandatory ombudsman membership will provide a cost-effective way to resolve disputes without needing court proceedings.
Actionable Steps for Investors
Forward-thinking investors should start reviewing their current practices, ensuring their properties meet the new standards, and working to strengthen tenant relationships. Rather than viewing these reforms as obstacles, consider them a framework for building a sustainable and resilient portfolio in the evolving rental market.
There are plenty of free online resources available to help you navigate these changes—no need to spend on expensive courses.
Best regards,
Paul Langshaw
Section 4 - Expert Corner: Daniel Priestly
Daniel Priestley is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, founder of the entrepreneur accelerator Dent Global, and co-founder of the quiz marketing platform Score App. He is also the author of bestselling books, including Key Person of Influence and Scorecard Marketing: The Four-Step Playbook for Better Leads and Bigger Profits.
Section 5 - Events, Offers, Insights and Announcements: 🎟️ Ascend³ Ibiza — 2 Free Guest Passes Available
The Ascend³ Network is where personal growth meets business elevation — a curated community of founders and investors focused on ethical investing, M&A, and health optimisation as pillars of long-term success.
We host quarterly in-person gatherings, usually exclusive to members. But due to growing interest, we’re opening the doors (just a little).
🗓️ We are in Ibiza on 2nd May, and we’re offering 2 free guest passes for those who want to get a real feel for the group, the energy, and the value we co-create.
Expect:
✅ Deep strategic conversations around acquisitions & scaling
✅ Powerful discussions on health, longevity, and alignment
✅ A grounded, values-led community of high performers
If you’re looking to grow — as a person and as a business — this is the room.
Final 2 spots. First come, first served.
📩 DM me or email to apply.
Thanks for checking in
Kind healthy regards
Ross
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Ross and The Investment Exchange Team
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