Understand the working capital the business needs to run
Inventory and receivables tie up real cash between purchase and collection; establish the requirement and whether it's included. Working capital is often the biggest swing in the price.
wholesale and distribution business for Sale in Florida
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Electrical & Mechanical
Electronic & Electrical Equipment
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Electrical & Mechanical
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33 Year Old Electrical Component Supplier w Repeat Business
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida, United States
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, FL, US
Established South Florida electrical supply and surplus distributor specializing in new, refurbished, obsolete, and hard-to-find electrical components. In business since 1993, the company serves a loyal base of electrical contractors, HVAC companies, and industrial customers throughout South Florida. Product offerings include circuit breakers, motor controls, transformers, fuses, and LED lighting solutions. Limited marketing is in place. Key Highlights: • Absentee ownership. Employees are aware of the sale and are expected to stay. • Niche specialization in obsolete and hard-to-find electrical parts • Strong supplier relationships and nationwide sourcing network • Mission-critical repeat customer base (~60%)
$775,000
$803,572Revenue
$224,620Cash Flow
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Paper & Printing
Durable Goods
Other Wholesalers & Distributors
Paper & Printing
Durable Goods
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Profitable Office Image Equipment Dealer - Local & Export
Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States
Miami, Miami-Dade County, FL, US
A well-established and highly regarded independent dealer of office equipment, offering new, pre-owned, and refurbished solutions throughout a major South Florida metropolitan market, with additional distribution across the Caribbean and Latin America. Founded in 1988, the company has developed a strong regional and international presence driven by long-standing customer relationships, deep industry expertise, and a reputation for reliable service and support. The business maintains a diverse and loyal customer base of over 2,000 active accounts. Its revenue model is both stable and recurring, driven by a combination of equipment sales, leasing, rentals, maintenance agreements, parts and supplies, and export operations. The company operates as an independent dealer trading new equipment and newly refurbished equipment, leasing, and providing parts and service to leading global brands. Its experienced, bilingual workforce is well-positioned to serve a diverse client base, including a large multilingual business community. The operation is fully turnkey, with established supplier relationships, trained staff, and a robust inventory system in place. It has also demonstrated strong historical growth and industry recognition, positioning it as a scalable platform with additional upside potential—particularly in expanding digital solutions and managed services offerings.
$1,150,000
$595,900Revenue
$197,700Cash Flow
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Building Material & Hardware Stores
Other Wholesalers & Distributors
Building Material & Hardware Stores
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Profitable Bathroom Retailer | $1.5M Revenue | $300K SDE
Oakland Park, Florida, United States
Oakland Park, FL, US
This confidential opportunity represents a well-established bathroom retail and supply business with over 16 years of operating history in South Florida, generating approximately $1.5M in annual revenue and $300K in Seller’s Discretionary Earnings. The business operates from a beautiful 4,000 square foot showroom, designed to create a high-conversion, in-person buying experience that drives consistent walk-in traffic and repeat customers. This showroom presence is a key differentiator and revenue driver. Revenue is generated through a balanced mix of retail sales, contractor relationships, and repeat clientele. The company has built a strong reputation for product quality, competitive pricing, and reliable inventory availability—an advantage in a market where delays are common. Operations are streamlined with established supplier relationships and efficient inventory management, supported by approximately $100K in inventory. The business is fully turnkey, with trained staff and systems in place, allowing a new owner to step in and operate immediately. The owner also owns the building and is open to selling the real estate, creating additional upside through long-term control, appreciation, or expansion. This is an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator or strategic buyer seeking a cash-flowing business with strong fundamentals, a proven model, and clear paths to growth.
$649,000
$150,000Revenue
$300Cash Flow
Durable Goods
Durable Goods
Established Delivery Services
Florida, United States
FL, US
This well-established transportation and logistics company has been serving a critical, regulated industry for over 20 years, providing fast, reliable, and time-sensitive delivery solutions. Built on a strong reputation for dependability and professionalism, the company has become a trusted partner within its niche market. The business specializes in the secure transport of sensitive and time-critical materials that require strict handling protocols, accuracy, and confidentiality. Services include the movement of regulated items, priority packages, and specialized materials that demand quality control, documented chain-of-custody, and adherence to privacy and compliance standards. Operations are supported by a trained and experienced team available 24/7. Personnel undergo thorough background checks and receive specialized training in proper handling procedures, regulatory awareness, and secure transport practices assuring every delivery is completed safely, accurately, and on time. In addition to its core niche, the company offers diversified delivery services including legal documents, time-sensitive packages, specialty items, and concierge-style solutions. This diversification provides multiple revenue streams and a broad customer base. The business operates with an efficient infrastructure, including a fleet of reliable vehicles and a coordinated dispatch and support team. Its scalable model, combined with consistent demand for time-critical logistics, presents strong opportunities for continued growth through expanded marketing and outreach. With over two decades of operating history, strong cash flow, and essential service positioning, this opportunity is ideal for a buyer seeking a stable, recurring-revenue business with impressive growth potential.
$1,500,000
$1,407,270Revenue
$370,277Cash Flow
Other Beauty & Personal Care
Other Wholesalers & Distributors
Other Beauty & Personal Care
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Hair Extension Salon Expanding into Wholesale/Distribution
Hollywood, Broward County, Florida 33020, United States
Hollywood, Broward County, FL 33020, US
Reason for Sale:Expansion into the US Marketplace- This business is a 7-star luxury hair extension brand founded by a beauty industry veteran with over 30 years of experience. Established in 2022, the business delivers ethically sourced, 100% natural and virgin human hair extensions, along with a full line of care products, professional salon services, and training programs. The brand is backed by international sourcing operations, with plans to manufacture in the U.S., and scale through flagship stores, an Al-powered online platform, and industry-leading trade show activations. Call broker to learn more about the US Expansion and ways you can grow with the owner.
$1,300,000
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-Cash Flow
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Clothing & Fabric
Other Wholesalers & Distributors
Clothing & Fabric
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$3.2M Rev – Vintage Apparel Platform
Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States
Miami-Dade County, FL, US
A premier, digitally-native wholesale distributor specializes in trending men's and unisex secondhand fashion, serving a diverse client base of online and brick-and-mortar resellers. Founded in 2020, the business operates as a leading B2B e-commerce platform from its 9,000 sq. ft. facility in Hialeah, Florida. Its core offerings consist of wholesale packs of curated vintage and secondhand apparel, with a focus on high-demand categories like t-shirts, sweatshirts, and denim. The company targets resellers who serve the 16-35 age demographic within the rapidly growing resale industry. It leverages a dominant online presence and deep, multi-generational industry expertise to maintain an unmatched sourcing network for high-demand merchandise.
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$3,245,353Revenue
-Cash Flow
Market Snapshot
National transaction benchmarks for wholesale and distribution business businesses.
Under $500K
Median revenue$810k
Median cash flow$129k
Median sale price$300k
Multiple range1.4x - 2.8x
$500K to $2M
Median revenue$2.17m
Median cash flow$295k
Median sale price$900k
Multiple range2.3x - 3.8x
Over $2M
Median revenue$8.49m
Median cash flow$1.09m
Median sale price$4.34m
Multiple range3.5x - 5.9x
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 wholesale and distribution business acquisitions
GW
Cofounder & CEO
Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating wholesale and distribution business acquisitions.
Examine inventory quality, not just quantity
Dead, obsolete, and slow-moving stock inflates the balance sheet; get an aged analysis and value it realistically.
Quantify supplier and customer concentration
A key manufacturer or a few large accounts can carry the business and walk; if a senior rep with a big attached book leaves at close, you lose it. Review terms and exclusivity.
Confirm supplier agreements and exclusivities transfer
Distribution rights, territories, and pricing tiers are often the real asset and may not pass to a new owner.
Pressure-test margins and pricing power
Distribution margins are thin and exposed at both ends; understand gross margin by line and how much room exists when costs move.
Assess the warehouse, logistics, and systems
Facilities, fleet (new trucks run $80K–$150K each), and inventory systems drive the operation; tour the warehouse and budget deferred items.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.
Yes, but lenders watch working capital, concentration, and inventory quality closely. Transferable supplier agreements and clean, current inventory make these far easier to fund.