In this episode of JM&A's podcast, "The Walk Around," Alan shares insights on how incredible the past year has been for dealerships and predicts what the future holds for “mom and pops.”

Thinking about business ownership? He’s got advice for you, too.

In this episode, Alan answers pressing dealer questions like:

• Are we in a “bubble” in terms of dealer valuations, and if so, where is it going?
• Do you think dealers see a future for franchise dealerships?
• With new business models from large-scale groups, are there still opportunities for small town dealers to differentiate themselves?
• How can first-time business owners rise from the ranks?
• If you were looking to make the move toward ownership in a smaller market, which brand would you target?
• Do you think inventory levels will come back to where they were before?
• Will manufacturers be satisfied with the market share they settle in?