Kentucky
$197,000
Kentucky
$197,000
Missouri
$195,000
Massachusetts
$610,000
Vermont
$710,000
New Hampshire
$145,000
Alabama
$110,000
Charleston County, SC
$895,000
Alabama
$575,000
Vermont
$460,000
Kentucky
$146,000
Canton, OH
$179,000
Tennessee
$88,000
Massachusetts
$757,000
Indiana
$248,000
Texas
$234,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$2,150,000
Brian Stephens
Legacy Venture Group & BuyBIzUSA
Serving Hillsborough County, FL
Involved in helping people buy and sell businesses since the late 80s, we found out our company realizing there was a great need for compassionate brokers to serve present and future business owners looking to buy and sell businesses. The founder of our company worked with hundreds of business owners prior to creating the company. Personally involved in creating a Proto type full-service restaurant, providing valuations, business consulting, and working directly and marketing business development and real estate for Texaco, Shell, Saudi Aramco and 7-11. Advanced studies in financial analysis, investments, real estate, and marketing from University such as University North Carolina, University of Florida, University of Maryland, Loyola Baltimore and others. Also became Certified Business Intermediary from the International Business Brokers Association. Served as President of Florida Business Brokers Association (now defunct) and active on board for Business Brokers of Florida. Served four sessions as Mentor for StartUp Quest, supported by Fed Government and University of Florida helping Professionals and Existing Military find their Entrepreneurial Way. We believe in giving back and contribute a portion of our earnings and time help I've used an abandoned children with Joshua House (Tampa Bay) and support Michelin supported MJHGC fund raiser supported educational needs of underprivileged kids in conjunction with the University of South Florida as well as other children's charities.
Virginia
$179,000
New Hampshire
$236,000
Guelph, ON
$3,700,000
Nashville, TN
$260,000
Brooklyn, NY
$160,000
Dare County, NC
$595,000
Cook County, IL
$1,015,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Camden County, NJ
$4,200,000
Bronx, NY
$3,000,000
Santa Monica, CA
$325,000
Saint Augustine, FL
$100,000
Huntsville, AR
$200,000
Philadelphia County, PA
$200,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Spdway, IN
$299,000
Florida
$459,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$1,200,000
Texas
$975,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Frankfort, IL
Cash Flow: $170,895
Jamaica, NY
$265,000
Woonsocket, RI
$140,000
Delaware County, PA
$220,000
Dallas, TX
$149,900
Orlando, FL
$350,000
Livonia, MI
$160,000
Columbus, OH
$799,900
Decatur, IL
$625,000
Michael KORIZNO
Atlantic Business Alliance
Serving Horry County, SC
Atlantic Business Alliance llc is a full service Business Intermediary. We believe in the power of our clients and other small businesses--we know that small business is the driving force of the American economy. Buying or Selling a business is one of the most important decisions you will make. When you list the sale of your business with Atlantic Business Alliance, we will work to properly position your business to sell, assist you know the market value of your business, and extracting the maximum sales price by confidentially getting your business in front of the largest number of qualified buyers. Not only do we identify the best suited buyers--we screen all buyers to make sure there is a financial fit, a liquidity fit, an experience fit and attitude fit to be successful with your business. Most importantly, we keep you informed & involved in the process while enabling you to focus on what you do best --running your business. You will only maximize your exit value by allowing ABA to focus on the process details while you continue to operate and grow the business. Now is the time to sell your business--the economy is strong, Buyers are ready & Banks are lending money at reasonable rates.
Minnesota
$149,000
Sarasota County, FL
$499,000
Harris County, TX
$340,000
Mentor, OH
$15,000
Viera, FL
$35,000
Suffolk County, NY
$850,000
Acquisitions of service business are on the rise, and it’s easy to see why. Service businesses provide niche professional support to customers and cover a wide range of industries. The benefits of owning a service business include operational flexibility, high profitability, low overhead costs, minimal inventory and supplies, and the possibility of generating multiple revenue streams. One of the primary advantages of buying an existing service business is that it comes with established credibility in the market.
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of service businesses.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Service Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
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FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in the U.S. is approximately $312,338.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but service business owners report median annual sales of $525,724 and annual owner earnings of $152,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a service business?
Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses range from 0.43 to 1.08, with the median at 0.72. Earnings multiples range from 1.50 to 3.44, with the median at 2.43. These values indicate that a typical service business may sell for around 0.72 times its annual revenue, and 2.43 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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