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Medical Billing

Stable and Highly Profitable Medical Billing Company. Seller retiring.

MO, US

Medical billing continues to be an important function for healthcare providers. The U.S. healthcare system is large, highly regulated, and administratively complex. Providers must manage payer rules, claim submissions, denials, collections, credentialing, patient responsibility, compliance, and reporting while also focusing on patient care. The aging population, continued healthcare spending, growth in outpatient care, and ongoing complexity in payer requirements all support continued demand for experienced medical billing and practice management services. Technology and automation are improving workflow, but they generally enhance the work of experienced billing professionals rather than fully replacing them. In many cases, technology creates a need for companies that understand both the software and the reimbursement process. For smaller and mid-sized providers, outsourcing billing can reduce administrative burden, improve consistency, and allow the practice to focus more heavily on patient care. The Company offered has decades of operating history and has developed strong systems, processes, and employee knowledge. While technology changes periodically and requires updates, the day-to-day operation is well established. All revenue is under contract and recurring. The company has a diverse client base and serves multiple medical specialties. This reduces reliance on any one provider type or specialty. There is no customer concentration. The largest client represents less than 8% of revenue. The seller has built a strong employee culture, and many team members have remained with the company long term. This reduces turnover, training costs, and disruption. The business has grown primarily through referrals and word of mouth. Current ownership has not relied heavily on formal marketing, which may provide a growth opportunity for a new owner. Client relationships are sticky. Some clients have been with the company for more than 20 years, which is meaningful in a service business. The company uses software to monitor employee productivity. This helps manage the challenges that can come with hybrid and remote work arrangements. Based in the St. Louis Metropolitan area. Much of the business is in the same Metro area with additional clients in several other states. This opportunity is positioned very well for an engaged entrepreneur looking for a healthy business with great growth opportunities or another medical business that would like to grow quickly through acquisition. Reach out to Jeff Bach for more information at 314-941-8530 or email direct at [email protected] ask about listing #528JB

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$2,802,988Revenue
$398,241Cash Flow
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Staffing Agencies

Strategic Staffing Platform| $2.8M Revenue | $400K+ Normalize SDE

Confidential

Established National Staffing Firm with Proven Resilience and Significant Growth Potential Founded more than 26 years ago, this staffing company provides both contract staffing and direct hire recruiting services to clients across the United States. The business has built a diversified customer base spanning multiple industries and has established relationships with several large national organizations, creating a foundation for recurring revenue and long-term customer retention. The Company has demonstrated exceptional resilience through multiple economic cycles, including the recent staffing industry downturn. While many firms experienced significant disruption, the Company maintained key customer relationships, preserved its operational infrastructure, and continued serving clients nationwide. As market conditions improve, the business is well-positioned to capitalize on renewed demand and growth opportunities. A key strength of the Company is its scalable operating platform. Existing recruiting, delivery, and account management processes are already in place, allowing a new owner to focus on growth initiatives rather than building infrastructure from scratch. The business currently serves customers across multiple geographic markets and maintains the operational capability to support national staffing programs. Historically, the Company has generated annual revenue in excess of $6 million and currently produces more than $400,000 in normalized Seller's Discretionary Earnings. The business is debt-free and has maintained operational continuity throughout challenging market conditions, providing a clean acquisition opportunity for a buyer seeking an established platform. Opportunities for future growth include expanding existing customer relationships, increasing penetration within national accounts, adding recruiters and sales professionals, pursuing new vertical markets, and improving operational efficiencies. The Company's current infrastructure can support additional volume without significant capital investment. This opportunity may be particularly attractive to strategic acquirers seeking geographic expansion, independent sponsors looking for a scalable platform investment, staffing firms pursuing growth through acquisition, or entrepreneurs seeking an established entry point into the workforce solutions industry. With an experienced operating framework, longstanding customer relationships, national reach, and a proven ability to navigate changing market conditions, the Company offers a strong foundation for future growth and value creation.

$1,100,000
$2,885,403Revenue
$402,100Cash Flow
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Cleaning Businesses

Residential and Commercial Cleaning Services

Tucson, Pima County, AZ, US

This well-established, full-service residential and light commercial cleaning company delivers premium, dependable cleaning solutions to homeowners and small businesses. Renowned for outstanding customer satisfaction, meticulous attention to detail, and consistent reliability, the business has earned a loyal client base and a strong reputation in the market. It operates with best-in-class systems, proven processes, and an experienced team, while maintaining a strong focus on both exceptional quality and profitability. This is a true turnkey opportunity for a new owner to step into a stable, growing, recession-resistant service business with excellent recurring revenue and substantial expansion potential.

$249,000
$282,406Revenue
$91,785Cash Flow
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Property Management

Franchised Profitable Six Year Old Real Estate Inspection Company

Cook County, IL, US

This company is an established residential and commercial inspection services provider operating in the greater Chicago metropolitan area. With over six years of continuous operation, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering reliable, timely, and professional property inspection services to homebuyers, sellers, and real estate professionals. The company specializes in comprehensive inspections, providing detailed evaluations of structural components, mechanical systems, and overall property condition. In addition to core inspection services, the business offers value-added ancillary services such as radon testing, mold assessments, and other environmental evaluations, allowing it to increase revenue per client while meeting growing market demand for bundled inspection solutions. A key strategic asset is the company’s extensive proprietary database of approximately 15,000 real estate agents. This network represents a significant channel for recurring referral business and positions the company for scalable growth through targeted relationship management and marketing initiatives. The business benefits from strong brand affiliation with a nationally recognized inspection franchise system, leveraging standardized processes, training, and operational support while maintaining local market expertise. The Chicago market provides a stable demand base driven by consistent transaction volume, with home inspections remaining a standard component in the majority of residential real estate transactions. The company is well-positioned to capitalize on seasonal peaks and long-term market activity through its established presence and industry relationships. Revenue is primarily generated through per-inspection fees, supplemented by ancillary service offerings. Growth opportunities include expanding inspector capacity, increasing penetration within its existing realtor network, enhancing service bundling, and optimizing operational efficiency through scheduling and customer relationship management systems. Overall, the business represents a scalable service platform with recurring referral-driven revenue, strong market fundamentals, and clear pathways for expansion within a large and competitive metropolitan market.

$225,000
$59,314Revenue
$146,107Cash Flow
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Other Building & Construction
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Very Profitable, Established Pool Construction, Service & Retail

IN, US

High-Margin, Multi-Revenue Stream Business with Strong Cash Flow This opportunity represents the acquisition of a well-established pool construction, service, and retail company that has operated in the region for over 60 years. The business operates from two leased locations in Indiana, and serves a broad regional customer base with a full suite of pool-related products and services. The company’s revenue model is diversified across four primary categories: fiberglass pool installation, recurring seasonal and contracted service, repair and upgrade work, and retail sales of chemicals, parts, and accessories. This structure creates multiple customer touchpoints and supports consistent repeat business beyond the initial installation. To date, the business has installed more than 1,500 pools and maintains approximately 1,000 recurring service customers, providing a strong foundation for ongoing revenue generation and future growth. The company has demonstrated consistent growth and improving profitability, with revenue increasing from approximately $2.38M in 2023 to approximately $2.85M in 2025, while Seller’s Discretionary Earnings nearly doubled over the same period. Operations are supported by an experienced team, including a construction lead, service technicians, and retail staff, with additional seasonal labor during peak months. The business is structured to operate day-to-day with limited dependence on the current owners, who are willing to provide transition support post-sale. The company benefits from strong local brand recognition as the longest-operating pool business in the region, as well as favorable industry dynamics where demand for installations is reported to exceed current capacity.

$2,980,000
$2,850,000Revenue
$900,230Cash Flow
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Landscaping & Yard Services

High Margin Lawn Sprinkler Business, $1M+ Rev

GA, US

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, well-established sprinkler business located in a very upscale and rapidly growing suburb of Atlanta, Georgia. With over 25 years of history, the company has built an outstanding reputation for quality workmanship and dependable service, resulting in a loyal customer base of more than 6,000 clients and consistent repeat and referral business. The business generates over $1M in annual revenue with strong margins, supported by a balanced revenue mix of installations (approximately 60%) and recurring service and repair work (approximately 40%). This combination provides both dependable cash flow and ongoing income stability. Performance is trending upward, with 2026 on pace to surpass 2025, giving a new owner immediate momentum and a strong foundation to build upon. The company serves high-income residential communities where customers prioritize quality over price, allowing for premium pricing and healthy margins. There is no customer concentration, and operations are efficient, streamlined, and easy to manage. No special licensing is required, and no prior industry experience is necessary for a buyer with solid business or sales experience. This makes the business especially attractive for an owner-operator looking to step into a proven, turnkey operation. The current owners have grown the business primarily through reputation and word-of-mouth, with little formal marketing, creating a clear and immediate opportunity for growth through even modest marketing efforts. This business is primed for expansion and ready for the next owner to take it to the next level. Ideal for an owner-operator or strategic buyer seeking strong cash flow, stability, and upside in a desirable market.

$1,395,000
$1,004,708Revenue
$391,988Cash Flow
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Other Service Businesses

Turn Celebrations Into Profit – Franchise Yard Sign Business!

DuPage County, IL, US

Turnkey, home-based franchise yard sign business serving the DuPage territory. Specializing in temporary celebration displays for birthdays, graduations, new babies, corporate events, and more. Includes 17 letter sets, 100–150 graphics (inventory value over $10,000), protected territory, and 22 five-star Google reviews with a repeat customer rate exceeding 50%. Corporate handles online ordering, billing, CRM, training, and national marketing. A 25% execution fee applies per order; delivery and mileage fees are unaffected. $40/month ad fund. Strong national brand presence (500+ locations), structured systems, and year-round operations provide stability and scalability. Currently operated part-time — significant growth opportunity with increased promotion. Confidential sale. Serious inquiries only. THIS IS A GREAT PART-TIME BUSINESS FOR EXTRA CASH!

$27,000
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-Cash Flow
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Cleaning Businesses

Established Commercial Cleaning Master Franchise | Recurring Revenue

Maricopa County, AZ, US

High-Growth | Established Territory | Executive Model Price: $250,000 – $300,000 (price varies by territory and size of existing book). Rare opportunity to acquire a Master Franchise territory within a nationally recognized, top-ranked commercial services platform operating in the Greater Phoenix market. This is not a startup—this opportunity includes an established base of recurring customers and franchise operators, providing immediate revenue and eliminating the most difficult phase of business development. The Greater Phoenix market currently includes: 223 active recurring commercial customers 66 unit franchise operators The territory is being strategically divided into three Master Franchise regions, each structured to provide scale, infrastructure, and immediate growth potential. Each territory is expected to include: Approximately 70 recurring customers Approximately 20 unit franchisees The business operates on a highly scalable, executive-level model, focused on sales, territory growth, and franchise development—not performing the underlying service. Key Highlights Established revenue base from day one Recurring B2B revenue model (~90% recurring) Executive-style ownership (no service work required) Multiple revenue streams (9 total) Exclusive protected territory Highly scalable platform with strong unit economics Recession- and pandemic-resistant industry Large and growing Phoenix market (5M+ population) Financial Overview Purchase Price: $250,000 – $300,000 (varies by territory allocation) Immediate Cash Flow Advantage: ~$50,000 within first 60 days Revenue generated from: Franchise fees Royalties Contract administration Ancillary services and supply sales Growth Opportunity The foundation is already in place—buyers step into a partially built territory with existing customers and operators. Primary growth drivers include: Adding new unit franchisees Expanding commercial client base Increasing penetration within assigned territory Leveraging multiple revenue streams Support & Training Comprehensive onboarding and training program Proven systems, software, and operational processes Ongoing support in marketing, sales, and operations Established national infrastructure Ideal Buyer Executive, entrepreneur, or investor Strong sales or business development background preferred Leadership and team-building mindset No industry experience required Strategic expansion and territorial restructuring. The business is listed by HUB AZ Brokers (ADRE #LC688931000), an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of Arizona. All listing information to be verified by the buyer during due diligence.

$300,000
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$50,000Cash Flow
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Staffing Agencies

Physician Recruitment Firm | Remote | Established 2007

Phoenix, Maricopa County, AZ, US

Established healthcare recruiting firm with strong margins, proprietary database, and significant growth potential. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, home-based healthcare recruiting firm specializing in the placement of physicians, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs). Founded in 2007, the business has built a strong reputation and long-standing relationships with healthcare systems and private practices across Arizona and California. The company operates with minimal overhead, no employees, and generates strong discretionary earnings. The business includes a valuable proprietary database of approximately 73,000 candidates and over 2,000 client contacts, providing a significant competitive advantage and barrier to entry. The current owner works approximately 30 hours per week and maintains approximately 60 active agreements, with 10 active clients and 20–25 open positions at any given time. There is substantial opportunity to grow the business by expanding into additional geographic markets, increasing owner involvement, hiring additional recruiters, and targeting larger healthcare systems with multi-state operations. This opportunity is ideal for an independent recruiter or staffing firm seeking entry or expansion in the healthcare recruitment sector. The owner is selling due to retirement and is willing to provide transition support. Sales revenue and Cash Flow (SDE) shown is for 2025. Business is listed by HUB AZ Brokers (ADRE #LC688931000), an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of Arizona. All listing and financial information to be verified by buyer during due diligence.

$200,000
$115,350Revenue
$78,534Cash Flow
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Staffing Agencies

National Healthcare Recruiting Firm | Remote Model

Maricopa County, AZ, US

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly specialized physician and advanced practice provider recruiting firm with 15 years of operating history and nationwide placement capability. The company focuses exclusively on permanent placement of physicians and nurse practitioners / physician assistants for private practices, specialty groups, and healthcare organizations across the United States. Key Highlights: 15-year established brand Approximately 20 active recurring clients ~300 direct open job orders ~100 additional roles via recruiting partners ~400 total active job openings 800,000-candidate proprietary database Lean, high-margin, remote model Weighted Avg. SDE: $157,165 Offered at 2.38x SDE The business operates without a physical office, allowing for minimal overhead and geographic flexibility. A significant portion of revenue is derived from repeat and referral clients, reflecting strong satisfaction and long-term relationships. Ideal Buyer Existing recruiting firm seeking healthcare niche expansion Experienced recruiter seeking ownership Healthcare staffing operator Strategic buyer seeking bolt-on acquisition Remote business investor seeking high-margin service platform Further financial documentation available to qualified buyers upon execution of a confidentiality agreement. Financial information shown (Revenue and Cash Flow) are calculated based on a weighted average for 2023 -2025. The business is listed by HUB AZ Brokers (ADRE #LC688931000), an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of Arizona. All listing and financial information to be verified by the buyer during due diligence.

$375,000
$298,685Revenue
$157,165Cash Flow
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Market Snapshot

National transaction benchmarks for service business businesses.

Under $500K

Median revenue$310k
Median cash flow$91k
Median sale price$180k
Multiple range1.4x - 2.5x

$500K to $2M

Median revenue$1.16m
Median cash flow$303k
Median sale price$825k
Multiple range2.2x - 3.5x

Over $2M

Median revenue$3.98m
Median cash flow$823k
Median sale price$3.05m
Multiple range3.0x - 5.0x

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 service business acquisitions

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By George Wellmer

Cofounder & CEO

Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating service business acquisitions.

Separate recurring contract revenue from one-time work, and test how sticky it is

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.

Examine customer concentration and contract terms

A few large accounts can carry — and walk with — the business; review the top customers, contract lengths, and cancellation terms.

Find out how much rides on the owner's relationships

In many service businesses the owner is the salesperson and the trusted contact; understand who holds the customers and the transition plan.

Assess the workforce and labor model

These are labor-heavy; understand staffing, turnover, wage pressure, and whether key crews stay.

Confirm licensing, bonding, and compliance where required

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.

Pressure-test the margins and add-backs

Low-capital service businesses are easy to dress up; scrutinize owner add-backs, vehicle and equipment condition, and whether the margins hold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common buyer questions for this market.

Often, yes — they're asset-light with recurring revenue. Lenders focus on customer concentration, owner dependence, and contract durability, so recurring agreements beat the owner's personal relationships.