Mishawaka, IN
$219,000

Mishawaka, IN
$219,000

Dutchess County, NY
$165,000

South Bend, IN
$219,000

Indianapolis, IN
$219,000
Suffolk County, NY
$150,000
Eagle Rock, CA
$670,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Moore County, NC
$700,000
Mississippi
$1,650,000
North Carolina
$2,500,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sainte Genevieve, MO
$215,000
Dallas County, TX
$1,750,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Plano, TX
$3,200,000
Brooklyn, NY
$220,000
New York
$590,000
Saco, ME
$130,000
Los Angeles, CA
$770,000
MEL LISITEN
LISITEN ASSOCIATES
Serving New York County, NY
Since 1982, Lisiten Associates has been a premier business brokerage firm, providing expert consulting and brokerage services to individual buyers, sellers, corporations, and investment groups worldwide. We specialize in facilitating the sale of private businesses with annual revenues ranging from $5 million to $100 million. Our team delivers personalized service tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. Our key areas of expertise include: • Aerospace • Manufacturing and Industrial Enterprises • Wholesale, Production, and Distribution • Healthcare, Homecare, and Medical Practices • Technology and IT Sectors • Software & Cybersecurity • Hospitality and Food Service Industries • Construction and Real Estate Development Industries • Professional Services and Consulting Firms • Retail and Consumer Goods • Franchisor Opportunities • Online and E-Commerce Businesses • Niche and Specialized Markets • Green and Sustainable Industries Our Expertise Led by seasoned business advisors, Lisiten Associates is known for its professionalism and commitment to confidentiality. Our comprehensive services range from brokering business sales to consulting on company valuation, growth strategies, marketing, sales, advertising, production, and operational improvements. Recognized Excellence – Awards & Publications Lisiten Associates has established itself as the premier M&A business brokerage in the New York Tri-State Area. Our firm is distinguished not only by our extensive portfolio of successful transactions but also by the numerous accolades we have received from leading publications and industry organizations. Accolades and Recognition Since our inception in 1982, Lisiten Associates has been honored with dozens of prestigious awards, underscoring our commitment to excellence in the field of Mergers and Acquisitions. Visit us online to learn more at https://lisitenassociates.com
Macomb County, MI
$199,000
Polk County, IA
$150,000
Oneida County, NY
$495,000
Stamford, CT
$140,000
Westchester County, NY
$850,000
Charlotte, NC
$150,000
Denver, CO
$195,000
New Jersey
$2,500,000
Chattanooga, TN
$249,000
Tonawanda, NY
$299,000
Worcester County, MA
$149,000
Texas
$549,000
Cleveland, OH
$487,900
Somerset County, NJ
$1,650,000
Westborough, MA
$75,000
Boston, MA
$208,900
Knoxville, OH
$384,900
Georgia
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $382,000
Gta, ON
$495,000
San Diego, CA
$149,999
Minneapolis, MN
$150,000
Elgin, IL
$380,000
Marlboro, NJ
$450,000
Eugene, OR
$150,000
Philadelphia, PA
$149,900
Bucks County, PA
$40,000
Columbus, OH
$1,500,000
Orange County, CA
$695,000
Mike Jani
Fortune Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Selling a Business (or a Franchise) is all we do! Fortune Business Brokers has helped hundreds of business owners sell their business and connected numerous buyers with business & franchise opportunities. We handle the entire cycle of transaction for you – business valuations, franchise approvals, qualifying buyers, landlord applications and lease transfers. We make the transaction go smooth by preempting potential issues based on our deep understanding of business & franchise dynamics. And we may connect a buyer with a seller faster than you think. The firm has represented buyers and sellers in numerous industries and also helped aspiring immigrants buy a business to come to the US.
Raleigh, NC
$400,000
Iowa
$995,000
Brooklyn, NY
$600,000
Clearfield County, PA
$175,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
$9,500,000
Indianapolis, CT
$148,950
Acquisitions of service business are on the rise, and it’s easy to see why. Service businesses provide niche professional support to customers and cover a wide range of industries. The benefits of owning a service business include operational flexibility, high profitability, low overhead costs, minimal inventory and supplies, and the possibility of generating multiple revenue streams. One of the primary advantages of buying an existing service business is that it comes with established credibility in the market.
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of service businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
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Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
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Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
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FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in the U.S. is approximately $312,338.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but service business owners report median annual sales of $525,724 and annual owner earnings of $152,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a service business?
Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses range from 0.43 to 1.08, with the median at 0.72. Earnings multiples range from 1.50 to 3.44, with the median at 2.43. These values indicate that a typical service business may sell for around 0.72 times its annual revenue, and 2.43 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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