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For 30 years, this business has been specializing in the installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial draft beer systems for bars, restaurants, breweries, taprooms, clubs, and event venues. The company provides turnkey tap system installations, routine beer line cleaning services, emergency repairs, and system optimization to ensure quality pours, proper carbonation, and maximum product yield. It is essential for all food and drink establishments serving beer to have properly functioning and well-maintained draft systems. Proper maintenance directly impacts customer satisfaction, protects product integrity, and supports overall profitability. This business fills a critical operational need by helping clients reduce waste, prevent contamination, improve taste quality, and extend equipment life. With recurring service income and strong industry demand, it represents a stable and scalable opportunity.
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This Architectural Firm was established in 1985 and continues very strong to the present. Their workloads and focuses are very broad among multiple industries throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. The Firm has a stellar reputation and has worked with large companies in its tenure, including the grocery sales industry for construction and remodeling projects (estimated at 200 locations in the grocery industry), and a major pharmaceutical chain (estimated at 300 locations in multiple states). The Firm also has been involved in the design and implementation of approximately 100 banks and financial service centers. They have a niche of working with public safety facilities, and community emergency services including fire, EMS, and police facilities. The business has a strong presence at the local, township, county, and state levels. Additional industry focus is provided with architectural and project implementation with commercial, education, and retail facilities. The reputation of the Firm, the owner and staff are of such a respect and quality that repeat opportunities are accepted and engaged. The Firm also receives significant referrals to others based on relationships and quality of work. Following a short training period, the owner would like to remain in an agreed-upon salaried position in order to make personal and productive introductions to all clients and assist in projects in place for a very smooth transition. Two current employees comprised of a Project Manager and Office Manager have a long history with the Firm and would like to remain.
This Company is not currently operating. However, this opportunity includes an introduction from the current owner to potential contacts for routes, including a mail route introduction. When it was operating, the Seller transported U.S. mail for the largest mail hauler in the United States. The company was founded with a vision to provide excellent and dependable freight hauling service at reasonable rates by drivers who were known and trusted. The state-of-the-art truck helped to ensure safe, reliable and on-time service which set them apart from other carriers. The Seller has contacts to assist in securing an ongoing route to reestablish the business.
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The Company is a specialized B2B go-to-market agency that embeds senior demand generation operators directly inside client organizations to build and run scalable, pipeline-generating revenue engines. Unlike traditional agencies that hand off work to junior account managers or sell generic digital marketing retainers, the Company deploys experienced practitioners across Paid Media and Revenue Operations who function as a true extension of each client's internal team, sitting in the same Slack channels, attending the same meetings, and owning the same pipeline goals. The result is an increasingly rare combination of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, delivered without the cost or commitment of a full-time hire. What truly distinguishes the Company is its integrated approach to demand generation, one that connects paid media spend across LinkedIn, Google, Meta, and other channels directly to CRM and pipeline data, creating a closed-loop revenue engine rather than a collection of disconnected marketing activities. Clients have used this approach to scale paid programs dramatically, build automated outbound revenue engines, and achieve measurable returns on marketing spend, outcomes that are documented and repeatable across industries. The Company occupies a compelling white space at the intersection of fractional talent and B2B demand generation expertise, a positioning that is difficult for either traditional agencies or solo fractional consultants to replicate. With a proven methodology, a growing client roster concentrated in the B2B SaaS and technology space, and a flexible engagement model that scales with client needs, the business is well-positioned for continued growth. For a buyer seeking a differentiated agency asset with strong client retention and a senior operator culture, this represents a high-quality opportunity with meaningful expansion potential.
Tremendous opportunity Trusted Beverage Line Installation & Cleaning Company. This is a High Demand Beverage Line Installation & Cleaning Company with Strong Recurring Revenue. This is a turnkey opportunity with expansion potential Retiring owners seek qualified buyer to service long-term and loyal clients while taking this business to the next level!
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Jewell Restored Asset Management LLC is a residential property management company headquartered at 66 Buckeye Loop S, Midland, Georgia 31820, serving the Columbus, Georgia metropolitan area. The Company provides full-service, third-party management of single-family homes, duplexes, small multifamily buildings, and a multi-unit apartment property, earning recurring fee income on a portfolio of approximately 103 rental doors with combined scheduled rents of roughly $114,500 per month (approximately $1.37 million annualized). The Company operates a classic fee-based management model: a 10% management fee on collected rents, a $35 per-unit monthly administrative fee, $50 property inspection fees on designated homes, late-fee income, and ancillary charges. In June 2026, the Company recorded approximately $9,144 in gross percentage management fees across its two managed portfolios, alongside roughly $3,400 in per-unit fees and additional inspection and late-fee income, implying annualized gross fee-related revenue in the range of $110,000–$150,000 depending on occupancy, collections, and ancillary activity. Management is delivered through the AppFolio property management platform, with rent collected via AppFolio ACH processing, FLEX rent payment integrations, Section 8 / Housing Authority direct deposits (approximately $10,356 per month in housing-authority receipts), and conventional deposits. Owner distributions, vendor payments, and fee splits are administered through the Company’s Colony Bank general operating account, which handled approximately $118,700 of credits and $131,900 of debits in June 2026 alone — evidence of a substantial, active money-movement operation typical of a scaled management business. The portfolio is diversified across roughly 90 distinct addresses in the Columbus–Midland–Fort Benning corridor, with rents ranging from $369 to $3,125 per month (portfolio average approximately $1,122; median approximately $962). Occupancy at the June 2026 rent roll was approximately 82–83%, presenting an immediate lease-up opportunity for an acquirer: filling the roughly 16–18 vacant doors at current asking rents would add approximately $19,000+ of monthly rent under management and roughly $2,300+ of incremental monthly fee revenue. The opportunity is well suited to (i) an existing regional property manager seeking a bolt-on door acquisition in the Columbus MSA, (ii) an investor-operator seeking an established fee stream with embedded relationships with local owners, Section 8 tenancy, and vendor networks, or (iii) a real estate brokerage seeking to add a recurring-revenue management division.
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What truly sets this business apart is its deeply strategic, builder-centric sales model. Rather than competing on price in a crowded consumer marketplace, this company has cultivated exclusive, preferred-partner status with a select group of elite custom home builders. This creates a reliable, pre-qualified pipeline of high-value projects from clients who expect and budget for premium technology from day one. No cold outreach. No price-sensitive tire-kickers. As a certified dealer for one of the industry's most prestigious and protective technology brands, the business holds a competitive moat that cannot simply be replicated by a new entrant. This certification provides favorable pricing, elite product access, and strong brand credibility — factors that directly support the company's premium pricing structure and client trust. The business operates from a professional facility that includes a high-impact showroom — a powerful conversion tool used by approximately 75% of prospects during the purchase journey. Backed by a stable, skilled team of W-2 employees and a systematic training program that onboards new technicians rapidly, operations are lean, structured, and built to scale. Revenue predictability is a further differentiator: 50% deposits are collected upfront before equipment is ordered, eliminating working capital strain. Project timelines of 2–3 years create strong forward visibility. A recurring revenue component from security monitoring contracts adds another layer of financial stability. Growth vectors are abundant and largely untapped. Adjacent markets, commercial project diversification, geographic expansion, and team scaling all represent significant near-term opportunities. The current owner describes the business as a 'well-built machine' ready for its next chapter and has expressed willingness to remain in a consultancy capacity to ensure a smooth ownership transition. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a market-leading, high-cash-flow business with exceptional brand equity, structural competitive advantages, and the wind firmly at its back heading into 2026 and beyond. Qualified buyers are encouraged to sign an NDA to access complete financial documentation, client pipeline details, and a comprehensive information memorandum.
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Established in 1998, this full-service custom apparel and promotional products company specializes in embroidery, screen printing, and graphic design. With a strong commitment to quality craftsmanship and creative branding solutions, the company helps businesses, organizations, and individuals bring their logos and ideas to life through professionally customized apparel and merchandise. Comprehensive in-house capabilities include: embroidery, digital printing, and heat transfers. The company delivers vibrant, high-detail results using state-of-the-art equipment and experienced design expertise. They collaborate closely with clients and assist with everything from logo design to layout. From small custom orders to large-scale production runs, the company provides responsive service, fast turnaround times, and flexible solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether outfitting a team, promoting a business,or producing branded merchandise, they are a trusted partner for high-quality custom products. The company serves a diverse client base of over 1,000 customers, including colleges, corporations, and nonprofit organizations, independent businesses, sports teams and individuals. The business operates from a fully equipped, state-of-the-art production facility featuring a dedicated digital printing department, two Tajima four-head embroidery machines, two Tajima single-head machines, a Brother GTX-4 direct-to-garment printer, a pre-treat machine, vinyl printer, a heat press, a conveyor dryer, an industrial sewing machine, work tables, magnetic frames, and an extensive inventory of threads and apparel. Sale includes the t-shirt, hat and thread inventory, plus sample clothing.
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This Oahu catering service specializes in preparing and delivering daily healthy school lunches from a central commercial kitchen to over 20 public charter and private schools, including preschools. NAIC Code: 722310 – Food Service Contractor Operating since 2016, this highly successful and profitable business has grown consistently every year The company prepares and delivers nutritious, balanced, USDA-compliant meals … healthy meals that kids like and actually eat! They serve only fresh produce and prioritize locally grown fruits and vegetables whenever possible. The business is operated out of a 3,500 sq. ft. leased commercial kitchen. There is a loading dock (flat, no curb), dry storage, cold storage, and frozen storage, with additional dry storage nearby. Within two blocks of the freeway. Monthly rent is $3,200 (all inclusive). Lease ends June 2027, but landlord is open to unlimited extensions. Staff & Operations: In addition to the full-time owner-operator, there are 10 part-time employees. They produce and deliver about 900 lunches daily to 24 schools. (Production will likely increase to at least 1,000 daily lunches starting with the Fall 2026 semester.) The staff works Monday-Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 12 noon, with school holidays and vacation days off. Marketing & Opportunities: The reputation is excellent. Growth has been 100% by word of mouth. Parents of children at public charter and private schools care deeply about food quality and are willing to pay a premium. These schools do not have on-site kitchens and need to work with a caterer. With creative marketing and proactive sales activities, a new owner can readily increase sales beyond the typical annual growth of 20% or more, year over year. The company is one of just a few lunch vendors on Oahu, and private school enrollment continues to grow. In addition, new preschools are starting up due to recent legislative action. Financial Data: 75% of revenue comes from parents paying for lunches in advance for the month or semester; the other 25% comes from schools that pay directly for students’ lunches (billed at end of month, net 30). Sales grow consistently, year-over-year: 2023 – $854,956 2024 – $1,063,460 2025 – $1,276, 137 Net Operating Income (calculated before add-backs for the owner’s salary and other compensation): 2023 – $94,000 2024 – $211,340 2025 – $240,729 Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (“SDE”) for 2024 and 2025 are estimated to be about $420,000 each year. (A detailed analysis can be shared with a serious buyer, subject to verification during due diligence.) Training & Transition: The seller will be available for a reasonable period to train and assist the new owner in taking over the business – specific terms to be negotiated. The Transaction: The seller is open to all reasonable offers and terms. The business (not the corporation) is being offered for an initial asking price of $999,000 (subject to increase if certain new business opportunities materialize in the summer of 2026). This includes all assets, tangible and intangible (including but not limited to FF&E, name, website, customer relationships, etc.), except it does not include cash, accounts receivable, or accounts payable*. (*Seller is responsible for A/P and payroll through the date of the Closing.) Nor does it include the corporate entity. Exclusive Broker: Tim Cunha, J.D. Note: All data on this business are provided by the Seller for information purposes only, and no representations are made by the Broker as to accuracy. The Broker has made no independent verification of the data contained herein. The Broker represents the Seller and does NOT represent the Buyer. The Buyer is advised to perform independent due diligence and seek the advice of professionals prior to purchasing the Business.
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Landscape & Garden Maintenance Service Serving the East Bay for 30 Years With loyal repeat customers and a sterling reputation gained in 30 years of service, this small-scale landscape and garden maintenance company specializes in providing high-quality, reliable maintenance and unique original designs for gardens in the East Bay. Gardens should be as unique and diverse as the people owning them. This business takes pride in the effective communication between its experienced team and clients. They offer an array of services carried out by the skilled gardening crew. Customized project design consultation and construction. Regular periodic garden maintenance. Clean-up services throughout the year and planting projects in the suitable season. The owner is supported by an efficient, and effective staff of an operations manager, several gardeners, and an administrative assistant. The buyer would need to hold or obtain a C-27 California contractor’s license. This can be an existing license holder or someone willing to arrange with the seller and/or an existing employee to provide licensed supervision until the buyer can qualify for the license on their own. Annual sales in 2025 were ~$744,000, with SDE calculated at $341,600 (subject to adjustment and to verification by buyer). The Transaction: The seller is open to all reasonable offers and terms. The business is being offered for $449,000, just about 2/3 of the typical annual sales. This would include all assets used in the business, except accounts receivable, cash on hand, and leasehold security deposits. This is for the entire business,s including, as applicable, the business name, trade names, trademarks, proprietary methods and procedures, any other intellectual property, customer lists, vendor/supplier information, sales backlog, goodwill, tangible assets, (tools, apparatus, furniture, fixtures, and equipment). A definitive list of assets will be included in any purchase agreement and will supersede this list. It does not include cash, accounts payable*, accounts receivable, or security deposits. (*Seller is responsible for A/P and payroll through the date of Closing.) Some seller financing may be available to a qualified buyer, depending on the deal price and terms. Exclusive Broker: Tim Cunha, J.D., Cal. DRE #01919755 Note: All data on this business are provided by the Seller for information purposes only, and no representations are made by the Broker as to accuracy. The Broker has made no independent verification of the data contained herein. The Broker represents the Seller and does NOT represent the Buyer. The Buyer is advised to perform independent due diligence and seek the advice of professionals prior to purchasing the Business.
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.
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.
