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Britt Clas
Earned Exits Business Brokers
Serving New York County, NY
The national experts for selling companies with $1M-$40M in revenue in 17+ industries. The Earned Exits Team goes beyond just maximum value and brings you the most meaningful value. We know firsthand that selling your business for “maximum value” is much more than price. Together, we get to know you to discover what is most meaningful to you at deal closing and for your life beyond the business. In addition to sales price, our knowledge of: how to take care of employee, customer and vendor relationships; your role in the future of the business; fit with the buyer; your reputation and legacy; tax advantages; protecting your confidential information at the various stages of the sales process; deal points such a cash at closing; and speed of closing will lead to the most meaningful sale for you.
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Garry Klein
Houlihan Lawrence
Serving Westchester County, NY
The Klein Lefkowitz Commercial Story The Team was formed as a division of Houlihan Lawrence Commercial to provide clients with a diverse range of skillsets needed in this competitive industry. The goal was to combine over 35 years of experience and over $750 million in closed transactions with our local connections in order to develop a stronger client base and a broader offering of properties. As a team we continue to grow in size, scope and market reach. We utilize technology, training and talent to support our clients and our ever expanding portfolio of offerings. Let us know how we can help you achieve your real estate goals.
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Buy or Sell a Business in New York
The business landscape in New York is constantly evolving, making it a prime location for buying or selling a business. The state's economy is massive, and its diverse industries offer plenty of opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors.
Market Snapshot
We have aggregated and analyzed business for sale listing data in New York to provide some context on the market for buying and selling small businesses.
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~2,270 |
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Median Asking Price |
$480,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$880,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$190,000 |
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Profit Margin |
22% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.5 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
- Albany Metro Area
- Buffalo Metro Area
- Elmira-Corning Area
- Glens Falls Metro Area
- New York City Metro Area
- Rochester Metro Area
- Syracuse-Auburn Metro Area
- Utica-Rome Area
How many businesses are for sale in New York State?
Currently, there are approximately 2,300 businesses listed for sale across New York State. This number reflects a dynamic market for potential buyers and sellers.
What types of businesses are most commonly for sale in New York?
The most commonly listed businesses for sale include:
- Food and Restaurants: around 610 available
- Service Businesses: around 360 available
- Retail Businesses: roughly 240 available
- Automotive and Boat Services: around 180 listed
- Health Care and Fitness: approximately 140 for sale
- Building and Construction: around 130 listed
- Manufacturing: about 110 available
- Beauty and Personal Care businesses: approximately 110 for sale
- Online and Technology Businesses: close to 60 listed
- Transportation and Storage Services: around 40 on the market
- Wholesale & Distribution: roughly 40 available
In which cities are most businesses listed for sale?
Businesses often list without specific location to maintain confidentiality, but the following cities were the most commonly used locations:
- New York City and Brooklyn: about 220 listings each
- Rochester and The Bronx: around 80 each
- Queens and Staten Island: approximately 60 each
- Buffalo: about 40 listings
- Syracuse and Poughkeepsie: around 30 each
What is the average asking price for businesses on sale?
The median asking price for businesses listed for sale in New York State is approximately $480,000.
What is the average revenue and earnings of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for the listed businesses is around $880,000, with median owner discretionary earnings being approximately $190,000. This indicates a profit margin of about 22%.
What are the average valuation multiples for New York businesses?
On average, businesses are listed with an earnings multiple of 2.5 times and a revenue multiple of 0.5 times the asking price.
How can New York business owners sell their own businesses?
While most small business owners elect to work with an experienced business broker to handle the complexities of pricing, marketing, and negotiating a business sale, some owners decide to take on this challenging task themselves. By choosing to sell independently, they can list the business for sale on their own and manage the entire sale process, effectively saving on broker fees. However, it should be noted that a successful sale typically requires extensive knowledge of the transaction process, market conditions, and legal considerations.
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