Why Every Dealership Acquisition Should Begin with a Retail Warranty Reimbursement Review By Jordan Jankowski, Chief Operating Officer, Armatus Dealer Uplift When acquiring a dealership, buyers conduct extensive due diligence, reviewing financials, operations, real estate, customer retention and manufacturer performance. Yet one of the most overlooked opportunities for increasing long-term profitability is retail warranty reimbursement. As dealership acquisition activity continues to accelerate, buyers should prioritize a retail warranty reimbursement review within the first 60 days of ownership. According to the latest Haig Report, 139 dealership rooftops changed hands during the first quarter of 2026 — a 39% increase over the same period in 2025 — with private buyers completing 96% of acquisitions. At the same time, Kerrigan Advisors reports continued strength in dealership Today’s buyers are asking not only what they’re purchasing, but also what revenue opportunities the previous owner failed to capture. “ WWW.KYADA.COM 19
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