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This clock repair company is a highly respected, full-service clock repair business with a long-standing reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, personalized customer service, and technical expertise serving customers throughout the Minneapolis-St Paul Metro area and beyond. The company specializes in the repair and restoration of antique, modern and high-end timepieces. Its commitment to transparent pricing, meticulous workmanship, and customer education has earned industry recognition, numerous service awards, and a loyal base of repeat and referral clients.
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Imagine owning a cleaning business that clients absolutely rave about! This established upholstery and rug cleaning company has built something truly special - a reputation that speaks for itself through consistently excellent reviews and a loyal customer base that keeps coming back. You'll love how this business focuses on high-end residential and commercial clients who appreciate quality work and are willing to pay for it. Think luxury fabrics, fine rugs, and discerning customers who value exceptional service. These aren't price shoppers - they're clients who understand the value of professional care for their valuable investments. What makes this opportunity so appealing? You're stepping into a business with proven systems and an established reputation. The hard work of building trust and credibility is already done. Your clients will include homeowners with beautiful furnishings and commercial properties that need reliable, professional service. The specialization in delicate, luxury items means higher margins and less competition. You won't be competing with every carpet cleaner in town - you'll be the go-to expert for clients who need specialized care for their valuable pieces. This is perfect if you're looking for a business where attention to detail matters, where you can take pride in transforming clients' treasured items, and where repeat business builds naturally through quality work. The foundation is solid, the reputation is stellar, and the growth potential is in your hands. Ready to own a business where excellence is already the standard?
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Exceptional and profitable hardscape business for sale. A Rare opportunity to own a thriving, specialized landscape company with a sterling reputation. Are you seeking ownership of a respected, profitable, and local hardscape company that has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and stunning outdoor transformations? Located in the heart of Twin Cities, this turnkey operation specializes exclusively in hardscape design and installation and offering contracts set up through November 2025 along with increasing demand. With a loyal client base, consistent revenue, and an experienced crew in place, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the reins of a business that’s both financially sound and creatively fulfilling. Key Highlights - Award winning company for past 10 years. - Established local brand and years of success and name recognition in the community. - Hardscape-only focus and specializes in high-margin services including patios, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, walkways, and all custom stonework. - Skilled, professional and experienced team - Streamlined operations and proven systems, vendor relationships, and scheduling tools in place. - Strong online presence as well as high-rated reviews, active social media, and an attractive portfolio that drives referrals. - Room for growth to expand into maintenance, softscapes, commercial projects, or additional service areas. Included in the Sale - Customer Database and Lead Pipeline - Equipment & Tools - Job Binders and Templates - Social Media Accounts and Portfolio Assets - Vendor and Subcontractor Relationships - Training/Transition Support Available Financial Snapshot (Available Upon Request) - Consistent Year-over-Year Revenue increa - High Gross Margins Due to Service Specialization - Clean Financials and Clear Books Why This Business? - Owning a business like this means you're investing in more than just profit — you're gaining control of your time, your income, and your impact on the community. This is an ideal opportunity for: A Beautiful Business Built on Stone - This is more than a landscape company — it’s a foundation for your future. - Own a business where creativity meets craftsmanship. - Seller currently is booked through November 2025 Cash flow and Revenue numbers are based on a 4-year average
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The sellers of this very well established staffing brand located in the Twin Cities metro area have reduced the listing price! This company, in business since 2017, has built its service-focused reputation to serve a client base exceeding 210 signed staffing contracts and over 1,300 employees placed since its opening. The business has standard clients and a consistent candidate pool and continued to invest in its people and candidates. It has an expansive territory allowing a buyer to expand it reach. The company enjoyed top-ratings on a local basis and wants to continue that for the new owner. Growth is up over 15% this year and continues to grow weekly with new clients within the first three months of activity.
This Business is an Award-winning hair and beauty agency based in Minneapolis/St. Paul with a recent, national expansion. They provide hair, makeup, and spa services on location to their clients, primarily, but limited to wedding parties and other group events. The business model utilizes a low overhead structure with most of the costs variable on the number of events. The specialized stylists and service providers are paid a percentage of revenue from the events, supply their own products, and carry their own inventory. Among the advantage the stylists enjoy are a backlog of events, selective booking, back office support, and the Company’s market presence. The seller does not perform any of the services. The sellers duties are home based. The Company can be exponentially grown by adding additional outsourced Stylists.
This 8 Bay Auto Repair Business is located in the East Metro and was established about 20 years ago. Present owner has owned it for 2 years after it was closed down. Sales are steadily growing and due to family issues, owner wants to sell.
National transaction benchmarks for service business businesses.
Under $500K
$500K to $2M
Over $2M
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.
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Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating service business acquisitions.
A pest-control, cleaning, or landscaping firm with recurring agreements is worth far more than one living on one-off jobs; get the contracted share and the renewal rate.
A few large accounts can carry — and walk with — the business; review the top customers, contract lengths, and cancellation terms.
In many service businesses the owner is the salesperson and the trusted contact; understand who holds the customers and the transition plan.
These are labor-heavy; understand staffing, turnover, wage pressure, and whether key crews stay.
Pest control, security, legal, and waste businesses carry licenses and obligations that may be tied to the owner — and some, like dry cleaners, carry environmental exposure.
Low-capital service businesses are easy to dress up; scrutinize owner add-backs, vehicle and equipment condition, and whether the margins hold.
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