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šŸ•µ Discover the Overlooked Business Gaps That Could Make You Millions

From Fraud Recovery to Eco-Friendly Infrastructure, These Are the Opportunities Smart Entrepreneurs Are Grabbing Now

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Hallo, (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), My Little Opportunist!

Each business idea we share is a calculated opportunity, crafted to turn market inefficiencies into profitable ventures. Like Charlie Mungerā€™s ā€œinversionā€ principle, we believe that achieving success isnā€™t just about charging forward; itā€™s about understanding the pitfalls and finding ways around them.

This week, weā€™re diving into five promising business ideas that align with todayā€™s needs: from reimagining urban street spaces as vibrant markets to pioneering fraud recovery services in the wake of pandemic losses. Each idea includes practical insightsā€”who should consider starting, estimated costs, and current playersā€”to guide you on your journey. Take action where others see obstacles, and with the right plan, each downside can become your springboard to upside. Letā€™s get started.

Could this be the biggest disruption to Smartphones in the past 15 years? šŸ“²

šŸ’„Heads up! There's a new disruptor in smartphones: Mode Mobile. Mode can turn your phone from a cost into an income source ā€” and investors are watching the launch of the companyā€™s pre-IPO offering.1

šŸ¤³Mode saw 32,481% revenue growth from 2019 to 2022, ranking them the #1 overall software company on Deloitteā€™s most recent fastest-growing companies list. Modeā€™s flagship product EarnPhone, a budget smartphone, has already helped consumers earn & save $325M+.

šŸ«“ Modeā€™s Pre-IPO offering1 is live at $0.25/share ā€” 20,000+ shareholders already participated in its previous sold-out offering. Thereā€™s still time to get in on Modeā€™s pre-IPO raise and even lock in 100% bonus shares2ā€¦ but only until their current raise closes for good.

1 Mode Mobile currently has no formal plans for an IPO.
2 A minimum investment of $1,950 is required to receive bonus shares. 100% bonus shares are offered on investments of $9,950+.
3 Please read the offering circular and related risks at invest.modemobile.com. This is a paid advertisement for Mode Mobileā€™s Regulation A+ Offering.
Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Start-up investments are speculative and involve a high degree of risk. Those investors who cannot afford to lose their entire investment should not invest in start-ups. Companies seeking startup investment tend to be in earlier stages of development and their business model, products and services may not yet be fully developed, operational or tested in the public marketplace. There is no guarantee that the stated valuation and other terms are accurate or in agreement with the market or industry valuations. Further, investors may receive illiquid and/or restricted stock that may be subject to holding period requirements and/or liquidity concerns.
DealMaker Securities LLC, a registered broker-dealer, and member of FINRA | SIPC, located at 105 Maxess Road, Suite 124, Melville, NY 11747, is the Intermediary for this offering and is not an affiliate of or connected with the Issuer. Please check our background on FINRA's BrokerCheck.

Opportunity #1 - šŸ›ļø Street Space Economies

Redesign bustling avenues into organized open-air markets - because chaos is apparently not a selling strategy.

Why now?: The urban population is increasing, and demand for flexible selling spaces is on the rise as traditional retail shores up against e-commerce. Urban informal economy could reach unprecedented levels in upcoming years.

Region: USA, UK, Asia-Pacific cities

Investment Costs (Min - Max): $100K - $1M

Current Rivals: Not exactly direct rivals, but vending space apps try to address part of the issue: Like Splacer (https://www.splacer.co/about)

Who Can Start This Type of Business (Skills Required)?: Urban development buffs, architects, community engagement pros, and event coordinators.

Opportunity #2 - šŸ§ŗ Decentralized Laundry Services Network

Revolutionize your wash day with community-driven eco-friendly launderettes ā€“ finally the laundromat franchise your mom always wanted.

Why now?: The rise in urban populations and shrinking living spaces mean communal solutions for daily chores are in demand. The laundry service market is projected to reach $11.4 billion by 2025 in the U.S. alone.

Region: Densely populated urban centers in Europe and North America

Investment Costs (Min - Max): 50,000 - 250,000 USD

Current Rivals: Laundrapp (https://www.laundrapp.com), and Zipjet (https://www.zipjet.co.uk)

Who Can Start This Type of Business (Skills Required)?: Skills in logistics, franchise management, and experience with consumer service operations.

Opportunity #3 - šŸ‘·Infrastructure Detox

Why let grime stay when you can pave a clean, green path to the future with eco-friendly infrastructural makeovers?

Why now?: With severe infrastructure crimes (e.g., collapse and decay), eco-savvy solutions are taking precedence. The infrastructural repair market is booming due to delayed maintenance globally.

Region: USA, China, Europe

Investment Costs (Min - Max): $200,000 - $25 million

Current Rivals: Honeywell (honeywell.com), Schneider Electric (se.com)

Who Can Start This Type of Business (Skills Required)?: Civil engineers, environmental consultants, urban planners.

Opportunity #4 - šŸ’ø FraudBusters Inc.

Launch a business to track down elusive COVID loan fraudsters and recover the billions lost because, hey, someoneā€™s gotta do it!

Why now?: With $200 billion in fraudulent COVID loans still unrecouped, thereā€™s a massive unaddressed need for specialized fraud recovery services.

Region: United States

Investment Costs (Min - Max): $100,000 - $500,000

Current Rivals: None specialized in this kind of recovery service; opportunistic gap in the market

Who Can Start This Type of Business (Skills Required)?: Individuals with expertise in financial forensics, government contracts, and legal acumen

Opportunity #5 - šŸŒ³ Chemical-Free Land Clearance

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Revolutionize land clearance by leaving the chemicals behind and dodging 'big bad' charges.

Why now?: Chemical deforestation is under scrutiny, offering market space for safe, sustainable techniques.

Region: South America, Zimbabwe

Investment Costs (Min - Max): $100K - $500K

Current Rivals: Traditional logging companies

Who Can Start This Type of Business (Skills Required)?: Expertise in sustainable agriculture and environmental law, innovative problem-solving skills.

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