Naples, FL
$150,000
Naples, FL
$150,000
Tucson, AZ
$62,000
Bucks County, PA
$235,000
Pagosa Springs, CO
$65,000
Montgomery County, MD
$340,000
Lancaster, PA
$395,000
Comal County, TX
$40,200
Clark County, NV
$89,000
Marion County, IN
$5,000,000
Irving, TX
$1,350,000
Bloomington, CA
$1,295,000
Manassas, VA
$1,054,000
Orlando, FL
$599,900
$20,000
Massapequa Park, NY
Mesa, AZ
$90,000
Wynnewood, PA
$80,000
Ramzi Daklouche
VR Business Sales/ Mergers & Acquisitions of Atlanta
Serving Fulton County, GA
At VR Business Sales | Mergers and Acquisitions located in Atlanta, we empower business owners and buyers with clear, honest guidance and exceptional service throughout every step of the transaction process. While our office is based in Atlanta, we offer our services nationally and globally, embracing diversity and engaging with a broad spectrum of communities and businesses. Decades of industry expertise. Building lasting relationships based on trust and excellence. Helping clients achieve business goals with confidence and peace of mind. Supporting clients through business transitions or ownership journeys. Navigating Atlanta’s business community and national/global markets. Committed to achieving remarkable success for our clients.
Orange County, CA
$245,000
Texas
$5,000,000
Winchester, VA
$230,225
Salt Lake City, UT
$160,000
Chattanooga, TN
$150,000
Gadsden, AL
$74,000
San Diego, CA
$169,000
Stamford, CT
$99,000
$5,000
Baldwin, NY
Santa Cruz County, CA
$1,315,000
Columbus, OH
$240,000
Minneapolis, MN
$220,000
Dallas County, TX
$5,425,000
Oklahoma City, OK
$195,000
North Carolina
$4,400,000
Holmes Beach, FL
$151,920
San Bernardino County, CA
$3,600,000
Phoenix, AZ
$130,000
Collier County, FL
$475,000
$1,183,622
Richmond, VA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Buffalo, NY
$4,500,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Maricopa County, AZ
$8,340,000
Studio City, CA
$1,800,000
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $407,000
Bay County, MI
$1,900,000
College Point, NY
$255,000
Maryland
$160,000
Dripping Springs, TX
$249,000
Francisco Uriarte
ESP Capital Advisers LLC
Serving Puerto Rico
At Connelly Capital, we stand out as a unique investment bank due to our extensive operational experience. Our Managing Directors and Senior team collectively have over 45 years of hands-on experience as C-level executives, owners, lenders, advisors, and investors in various companies across Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, the United States, and Latin America. Unlike traditional investment bankers, we approach transactions from a business owner’s perspective. Having navigated industry challenges, hiring issues, and M&A transactions, our team brings a holistic understanding and a practical approach to our clients’ challenges. Our commitment to delivering exceptional results is reflected in our deep engagement with clients throughout the transaction process. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships grounded in trust and transparency, ensuring that we are not just advisors but dedicated partners in your success. Together, we can navigate the complexities of the market and unlock new opportunities for growth.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Buffalo, NY
$2,500,000
Mccracken County, KY
$425,000
$1,700,000
Alaska
South Carolina
$300,000
West Virginia
$685,000
Nashville, TN
$350,000
Knoxville, TN
$225,000
Palm Springs, CA
$198,000
Charlotte, NC
$639,000
Virginia
$217,500
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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