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ADD-ON / Metro Detroit CPA & Advisory Firm / FY2025 Revenue ~$2.2MM photo
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ADD-ON / Metro Detroit CPA & Advisory Firm / FY2025 Revenue ~$2.2MM

Detroit, MI, US

ADD-ON / Metro Detroit CPA & Advisory Firm / FY2025 Revenue ~$2.2MM / Adj. EBITDA ~$640K Company Overview Established in 1959, this Michigan-based CPA and advisory firm provides accounting, tax, audit, assurance, fractional CFO, and business consulting services to closely held businesses, professional practices, real estate operators, and high-net-worth individuals throughout the Metro Detroit region. Operating from its headquarters in Macomb County, the firm has built a multi-generational client base and a reputation for delivering recurring, relationship-driven financial services across more than 20 industry verticals. The firm operates with a principal-led delivery model supported by 13 full-time professionals, including licensed CPAs, accountants, and administrative staff. Services span the full client lifecycle, creating recurring engagement opportunities and strong client retention through tax compliance, bookkeeping, advisory, and assurance work. Key Performance Indicators * Founded: 1959 * Operating History: 67 Years * Headquarters: Mount Clemens, Michigan * Employees: 13 Full-Time Professionals * FY2025 Revenue: $2.2 Million * FY2025 Adjusted EBITDA: $639,000 * Adjusted EBITDA Margin: 29.3% * Estimated Active Clients: ~650 * Client Retention Rate: ~87% * Industry Verticals Served: 20+ * Largest Client Concentration: 3.8% of Revenue * Median Client Spend: $1,075 * Geographic Coverage: Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties, with virtual service capability throughout Michigan Service Mix (FY2025 Revenue) * Accounting & Bookkeeping: 28.8% * Business Consulting & Specialty Services: 29.6% * Tax Compliance & Planning: 22.1% * Audit & Assurance: 15.4% * Fractional CFO & Advisory: 4.2% Competitive Strengths * 67-year operating history with multi-generational client relationships * Recurring revenue model driven by tax, bookkeeping, and compliance services * Diversified client base with no meaningful customer concentration * Multi-service platform combining accounting, tax, audit, advisory, and consulting capabilities * Strong presence across manufacturing, real estate, automotive, legal, and professional services sectors * Credentialed leadership team with active AICPA and state CPA society memberships * Modern cloud-based technology stack supporting scalable operations and client service delivery Growth Opportunities The business is positioned to expand through advisory and fractional CFO services, cross-selling additional services to existing clients, industry-focused specialization, and strategic acquisitions within the fragmented accounting services market. The platform benefits from favorable industry dynamics, including increasing private equity investment, ongoing CPA firm consolidation, and succession-driven acquisition opportunities.

$3,690,000
$2,200,000Revenue
$639,000Cash Flow

Market Snapshot

National transaction benchmarks for financial services businesses.

Under $500K

Median revenue$227k
Median cash flow$102k
Median sale price$200k
Multiple range1.4x - 2.5x

$500K to $2M

Median revenue$793k
Median cash flow$310k
Median sale price$875k
Multiple range2.1x - 4.0x

Over $2M

Median revenue$2.40m
Median cash flow$733k
Median sale price$3m
Multiple range3.7x - 6.9x

A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.

What to know about financial services acquisitions

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By George Wellmer

Cofounder & CEO

Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating financial services acquisitions.

Find out how much of the book leaves with the owner

Relationships here are personal; ask what retention looked like on any prior transition and weight the price toward recurring clients, not one-time engagements.

Confirm the licenses and carrier appointments transfer

A CPA firm, agency, or registered advisory carries credentials and appointments that may not pass automatically; verify what you must hold or re-apply for.

Separate recurring revenue from project revenue

Monthly retainers and renewing policies are worth more than seasonal tax work; get the split in writing.

Look hard at client and carrier concentration

A few large accounts or one dominant carrier can carry the business — and walk. Quantify the exposure.

Check compliance and liability history

E&O claims, regulatory exams, and audit findings are liabilities you may inherit; review coverage and open matters.

Plan for the transition of trust, not just the keys

Clients stay because they trust a person — negotiate a transition period, introductions, and non-competes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common buyer questions for this market.

Yes, recurring, high-margin revenue is exactly what lenders want. Expect scrutiny of client retention, the owner's role, and license transfer; a documented transition plan makes it far easier.