REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Michigan
This is a rare opportunity to take over this gun shop and range! The seller has owned this since 2007 and is ready to pass this gem onto the next owner! This is located less than 2 hours North of...
$1,323,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Michigan
This is a rare opportunity to take over this gun shop and range! The seller has owned this since 2007 and is ready to pass this gem onto the next owner! This is located less than 2 hours North of...
$1,323,000
Hudson County, NJ
• Established Concept: Proven, family-focused enrichment classes driving $433K annual revenue • Healthy Cash Flow: $190K Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (44% margin) with debt-free operations •...
$675,000
Cash Flow: $190,000
Syracuse, NY
Long-standing business with excellent service and safety ratings. The current owner has built out management, back office, and maintenance programs that allow for operational efficiency and potential...
$775,000
Cash Flow: $215,376
Kalamazoo County, MI
This is a rare chance to purchase a well-established B2B service provider with over 30 years of successful operations. Renowned for its quality and service, the business specializes in providing...
$1,194,000
Cash Flow: $404,573
Saint Louis, MO
Have you ever dreamed of running a meaningful, home-based business with low overhead costs? This is your chance to get one of the top-performing territories in a quickly growing home improvement...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $188,000
Rolla, MO
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Are you looking to step into a well-established staffing agency? This is your chance to own an Express Employment Professionals franchise located in...
$74,900
Lake County, FL
Carpet / Upholstery / Tile cleaning company with excellent reputation and 5-star Google reviews, operating across Orlando and nearby areas: Downtown Orlando, Winter Garden, Windermere, Clermont, Dr....
$99,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
Tucson, AZ
Mission To provide an effective, affordable solution that eliminates indoor pathogens in order to improve the health and quality of life of our customers. Ideal Buyer For those located in Tucson, this...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $51,095
Seattle, WA
A rare and exciting opportunity to own an Express Employment Professionals location in North Seattle has just become available. North Seattle offers an ideal environment for staffing services situated...
$50,000
Tempe, AZ
Unlock the opportunity to be part of Fastest Labs, one of the world’s most prestigious and rapidly growing franchises, recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine. Here's your chance to own a business that...
$200,000
Available Nationwide
Imagine building a business that empowers members of your community to grow and thrive, and gives you the opportunity to live the life of your dreams, that's NTV360.
$35,000
Brick Township, NJ
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER FRANCHISE - BRICK, NJ Established tutoring franchise opportunity in Brick, NJ offering exceptional growth potential in the rapidly expanding education sector. This...
$20,000
Massapequa Park, NY
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER FRANCHISE - MASSAPEQUA PARK, NY Established tutoring franchise opportunity in Massapequa Park, Nassau County offering exceptional growth potential in the rapidly expanding...
$20,000
$99,500
Bexar County, TX
Baldwin, NY
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER FRANCHISE - BALDWIN, NY Established tutoring franchise opportunity in Baldwin, Nassau County offering exceptional growth potential in the rapidly expanding education sector....
$5,000
Richmond, VA
At Signal Security (https://www.teamsignal.com/), step into a major growth opportunity with exclusive development rights across three major territories in Richmond’s booming western corridor—Short...
$1,183,622
Cash Flow: $91,249
Claudia Smith
Murphy Business Northwest, Inc
Serving King County, WA
Murphy is a highly respected national business brokerage firm with global reach! We have sold nearly every type of business in every industry! Our experience as business brokers, outstanding level of knowledge, and our broad network of business contacts assure your ultimate satisfaction. We manage a comprehensive range of services that includes: Sales of privately held businesses Mergers and acquisitions Business valuations Appraisals of machinery and equipment Commercial real estate and business consulting And more…
Alaska
Professional Grant Writing and Project Management - Alaska-Based Opportunity Established in 2003, this successful grant writing and project management firm specializes in serving rural Alaskan Tribal...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $400,000
Sacramento County, CA
Easy to run small property management business. Portfolio of single family homes. Also use the management software for bookkeeping for several hundred marina boat rental slips in the area....
$250,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
Los Angeles, CA
Here’s your chance to own a well-established, highly rated mobile repair business with consistent income and a loyal client base. Operating since 2019, this business specializes in mobile phone,...
$14,000
Cash Flow: $30,000
Newton, MA
All encompassing landscape company in high income Boston suburban towns. High end clientele utilizing every service aspect....
$700,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
St. Charles, IL
Established Wedding Services Business for Sale – DJ, Photography & Photo Booth Company Turnkey Opportunity in the Thriving Wedding Industry! We have been in business for over 30 years and ready to...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Available in Multiple Locations
First Choice Business Brokers are a team of passionate professionals that assist buyers and sellers of small to medium-sized businesses with their buying/selling transactions. With over 25 years of industry-leading experience, new franchise owners are expertly trained in a proven business model. This unique opportunity offers multiple streams of revenue by helping business owners.
$75,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sedalia, MO
108 Acre Entertainment / Event / Lodging / RV Resort Business Operation. Our historic lodge sits on 108 acres of beautiful rolling countryside just 0.3 miles North of Sedalia Missouri. Location and...
$6,500,000
San Jose, CA
High-End Italian Restaurant for Sale – Prime Location Price: $488,000 Location: San Jose/Silicon Valley An incredible opportunity to own a luxurious Italian restaurant in a prime, high-traffic...
$488,000
$419,000
Lee County, FL
Volusia County, FL
Seize the opportunity to own one of Central Florida’s highest-performing wedding venues! The venue is a thriving, fully turnkey business with every system, process, and staff member already in place...
$689,000
Cash Flow: $335,000
Knox County, TN
Recession-Resistant, Insurance-Driven, and Poised for Growth This profitable restoration services franchise operates in a growing market with increasing demand for emergency response, mitigation, and...
$945,000
Cash Flow: $245,000
Queens County, NY
Established painting company with over 30 years in the business. As a GC or Trade Contractor, buyer has an excellent opportunity to acquire a painting/plastering division. Business has the best and...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $400,000
Yavapai County, AZ
Established Full-Service Cleaning Business - 50+ Years of Market Leadership This exceptional dual-division cleaning service has been the premier provider in Yavapai County, Arizona since 1973. The...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $66,000
Bridgeport, CT
Strategic Staff Support Services, LLC is an established medical facility cleaning business serving healthcare clients across Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island. Founded in 2019, this privately...
$55,000
Cash Flow: $52,968
Business Overview: This is a profitable, family-owned commercial cleaning company specializing in servicing auto dealerships and commercial properties. The Company has extremely predictably cash...
$845,000
Cash Flow: $281,070
Cincinnati, OH
Mission To provide an effective, affordable solution that eliminates indoor pathogens in order to improve the health and quality of life of our customers. Ideal Buyer This would be an excellent add-on...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $52,534
Available in Multiple Locations
As the #1 and fastest-growing coworking franchise, Office Evolution offers an extraordinary opportunity to take advantage of today’s changing business world.
$175,000
Fulton County, GA
Unbeatable Business Opportunity Awaits You! Take charge of your future with this extraordinary chance to own an 8,200-square-foot, state-of-the-art, 24/7 fitness center located in the bustling West...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $150,574
Westminster, CO
Residential and commercial window cleaning, gutter cleaning, and snow removal in the thriving Denver metro. The sky is the limit with this turn key business. Strong reputation and Google reviews....
$150,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
$75,000
Montpelier, VT
Camarillo, CA
Hire A Pro Construction Network National Construction Management Platform Powered by Offshore Teams & Vendor SaaS Network 10 Years of Proven Success Hire A Pro Construction Corp is a fully integrated,...
$450,000
Essex County, MA
Established Laundromat business for Sale by an Absentee Owner. Prime Lawrence, MA location in Business for over 20+ Years. Term Remaining: 7.5 years + (3) 5-year options (total 22 years) An...
$695,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Transforming spaces with durable, safe, and stylish surfacing, Softroc® leads the way in innovative rubber solutions for indoor and outdoor areas.
$100,000
This is a turnkey Durable Medical Equipment (DME) business for sale, fully licensed with an active PTAN (Provider Transaction Access Number) and ready for Medicare billing. The business is structured...
$185,000
Cash Flow: $100
San Jose, CA
This National Brand is backed by a NYSE Power House 24 Billion Dollar Company! They have many home services franchises and they all feed off each other. This Wildlife & Environmental control franchise...
$66,000
Cash Flow: $162,000
Bernards, NJ
This window cleaning business has been serving Basking Ridge, NJ and nearby areas since 2017. It started as a simple one-person operation and has grown into a reliable, well-organized company with a...
$129,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Greensboro, NC
Have you ever dreamed of running a meaningful, home-based business with low overhead costs? This is your chance to get one of the top-performing territories in a quickly growing home improvement...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $238,000
Hartford, CT
Great opportunity to be your own boss and own a high profit business franchise in the thriving home and commercial service industry and in an attractive market! Lead Generation... This business is the...
$60,000
Chase Busenbark
First Choice Southeast
Serving St. Louis County, MO
Sell Your Business - Now is the right time to consider selling your business. Business Valuation - Market Price Analysis. Merger & Acquisition Services - M & A Advisors. Business Custom Search - Buyers, you have the money, now let's find you the right business! Transactional Guidance - There is a safe course to chart the process of successfully buying or selling.
Boston, MA
Great opportunity to be your own boss and own a high profit business franchise in the thriving home and commercial service industry and in an attractive market! Lead Generation... This business is the...
$60,000
Rocky Hill, CT
Imagine walking into a business that’s already built, already earning, and already making a difference. This is your chance to own a fully operational Koala Insulation franchise—backed by national...
$500,000
$349,000
New York, NY
Montgomery County, TX
Established Pool Service & Retail Business in Montgomery County, TX This profitable pool service and retail operation represents an exceptional opportunity in one of Texas's fastest-growing markets....
$869,000
North Kansas City, MO
Established businesses, janitorial service for over 39 years and the retail business for over 30 years located on busy main thoroughfare with parking lot and warehouse. The focus of the store is to...
$1,150,000
Available in Multiple Locations
An Opportunity to Buzz About: Meet the demand for custom window treatments with low start-up costs & high revenue potential—backed by HorsePower Brands
$75,000
Saint Louis, MO
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
$1,920,000
Charleston County, SC
HOT. Low investment, low overhead, great validation, high volume, high demand business in a $60 billion annual industry which provides the opportunity to grow quickly and begin managing managers....
$550,000
Longmont, CO
A well-established and recession-resilient disaster restoration franchise serving residential and commercial clients in Boulder County, Colorado and surrounding high-demand markets. This business...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $56,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Marion County, FL
Express Car Wash (reduced $250,00 to current bank appraisal May 2024) with built-in Flex Options recently completed and opened early November 2023. Car Wash Encompasses 2.3 acres of 4 total acres....
$5,050,000
Pflugerville, TX
Established Dry Cleaning and Laundry Business for Sale in Pflugerville, TX This well-established dry cleaning operation has been serving the Pflugerville community since 1995, offering nearly 30 years...
$200,000
Topeka, KS
Serious Inquiries Only – No Brokers: This listing is for qualified buyers only.Proof of funds or pre-approval may be required to access financial details. Interested parties should inquire promptly...
$159,000
Cash Flow: $290,449
Winchester, KY
Highly Profitable HVAC Air Quality Company with Brand, Assets, and $1M+ Net Income — Fully Scalable Nationwide This is your opportunity to acquire a proven, highly systemized HVAC air quality business...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
Florida
Matt's Total Tree Care is a well-established tree care business offering a comprehensive range of services, including tree removal, trimming and pruning, storm damage cleanup, hazardous tree...
$240,000
Philadelphia, PA
**Profitable Online Cleaning Business for Sale in Philadelphia** **Overview** Own a thriving, fully remote cleaning service operating in the heart of Philadelphia, designed for easy management from...
$14,999
Available Nationwide
We are operators looking to expand with the right franchisees in the right markets. Our stores open and ramp up quickly, and the cash-on-cash returns in our company are unparalleled. We provide maximum support for every franchisee, from site selection to accounting, marketing, training, customer service support, business to business development and more! Our software and supply-chain logistics are second to none in our industry.
$60,000
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
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Service Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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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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