Charlotte County, FL
$1,000,000
Charlotte County, FL
$1,000,000
Cutler Bay, FL
$397,000
Martin County, FL
$165,000
Florida
$2,300,000
Clermont, FL
$60,000
Jacksonville, FL
$75,000
Coral Gables, FL
$175,000
Destin, FL
$75,000
Tallahassee, FL
$75,000
Tampa, FL
$75,000
Melbourne, FL
$75,000
Sarasota County, FL
$799,000
Tampa, FL
$50,000
Tarpon Springs, FL
$249,000
Florida
$10,500,000
Sarasota, FL
$250,000
William Kleinschrodt, CPA, CVA, CFC
Transworld Business Advisors of the Gulf Coast
Serving Santa Rosa County, FL
We customize every single marketing plan to help business owners maximize their company's potential. Transworld Business Advisors of the Gulf Coast serves predominantly the Gulf Coast Markets: FL Panhandle to Louisiana. We have our main office in Downtown, Mobile, AL and work closely with a highly integrated network of Transworld offices throughout the country (and internationally). Our core focus is helping business owners sell their businesses. We serve businesses of all sizes and are industry agnostic, deals ranging from as little $50k to $50mm in enterprise value. We have teams that specialize in Main Street Listings and in off-market Sell-side M&A Deals. We bring Investment Banking deal making expertise to the lower-middle market and Main Street. We are proud of our accomplishments, but are never satisfied. We pride ourselves on being better, getting results, and working harder than anyone else.
Palm Beach County, FL
$295,000
Coral Springs, FL
$69,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$360,000
Miami-Dade County, FL
$99,999
Orange County, FL
$75,000
Lee County, FL
$75,000
Manatee County, FL
$350,000
Tampa, FL
$1,180,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Duval County, FL
$699,000
Orlando, FL
$265,000
Fort Myers, FL
$200,000
Fort Myers, FL
$930,000
Pinellas County, FL
$250,000
Broward County, FL
$118,000
Port Richey, FL
$425,000
Miramar, FL
$85,000
Miami-Dade County, FL
$75,000
Sunny Isles Beach, FL
$1,300,000
Melbourne, FL
$149,950
Brevard County, FL
$990,000
Broward County, FL
$200,000
Sunny Isles Beach, FL
$1,700,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$2,000,000
Sunrise, FL
$250,000
Florida
$800,000
Alachua County, FL
$150,000
St. Johns County, FL
$499,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$2,100,000
Frank Fitzsimmons
Pensacola Business Brokers
Serving Escambia County, FL
Frank Fitzsimmons, the owner of Pensacola Business Brokers has over 20 years experience in business brokerage. After a successful corporate career as Dirctor of Marketing for a fortune 100 company he started his own business with a chain of successful golf shops. The affliation with Business Brokers Network has provided both buyers and sellers nationwide.
Pasco County, FL
$120,000
Pinellas County, FL
$129,000
Martin County, FL
$650,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$600,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Port Saint Lucie, FL
$900,000
Clearwater, FL
$170,000
Florida is a large market with many potential business opportunities. Its economy is diverse, with major industries such as tourism, agriculture, and international trade. With a strong business-friendly climate, it's no wonder that many entrepreneurs choose Florida as the location to buy or sell their businesses.
Market Snapshot
We have aggregated data from business for sale listings in Florida to provide some context on the market for potential business buyers and sellers.
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5700 |
Median Asking Price |
$350,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$610,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
25% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.3 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Major Metro Areas
Most businesses selling in Florida are in one of its major metro areas:
How many businesses are for sale in Florida?
There are approximately 5,700 businesses currently listed for sale in Florida.
In which cities are most businesses listed for sale?
The highest number of businesses for sale are in:
Other notable cities include Sarasota, Fort Myers, Naples, West Palm Beach, and Boca Raton, each offering a range of opportunities for prospective buyers.
What types of businesses are for sale in Florida?
Popular sectors with businesses for sale include:
Smaller but significant numbers are also seen in other sectors such as Health Care & Fitness, Beauty, Manufacturing, and Technology.
What is the average asking price for businesses in Florida?
The median asking price for currently listed businesses is $350,000, which reflects a diverse market of business sizes and industries.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
Businesses for sale typically report a median revenue of $610,000, though actual figures will vary greatly depending on the type and scale of the business.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
Median reported earnings for businesses on the market stand at $150,000, which can provide potential buyers with an indication of profitability.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Currently, the earnings multiple is around 2.3 times, and the revenue multiple is approximately 0.6 times the asking price. These multiples offer insight into the valuation approaches applied within the Florida business market.
How can Florida business owners sell their own businesses?
While business owners can list their business and manage the sale on their own, particularly if the value is under $100,000 or they already have a buyer, it's often worth the cost to hire a business broker. Brokers bring expertise in pricing, marketing, and negotiating, significantly improving the chances of a successful sale.