Johns Creek, GA
$55,000

Johns Creek, GA
$55,000
Illinois
$250,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ontario
$1,650,000

Michigan
$99,000
Harris County, TX
$9,996,000
Cleveland, OH
$210,000
Ventura County, CA
$190,000
Kings County, NY
$350,000
Miami, FL
$950,000
Bronx, NY
$399,000
Richmond, VA
$90,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Missouri
$1,750,000
Miami, FL
$199,000
Bronx, NY
$330,000
Virginia
$749,000
Gloucester County, NJ
$675,000
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.
Alameda County, CA
$800,000
Phoenix, AZ
$450,000
New Jersey
$500,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bronx, NY
$1,950,000
Suffolk County, NY
$500,000
Keasbey, NJ
$379,900
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $5,410,000
Montgomery County, MD
$275,000
Madison, TN
$6,250,000
$40,000
Saint Louis, MO
$550,000
Greater Hamilton Area, ON
$550,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Foley, FL
$1,150,000
Allegheny County, PA
$135,000
Philadelphia, PA
$1,020,023
Michigan
$375,000
Berks County, PA
$300,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Georgia
$19,500,000
Georgia
$27,000,000
Santa Rosa, CA
$525,000
Winter Springs, FL
$143,000
Florida
$450,000
Orange County, CA
$175,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Illinois
$195,000
Virginia
$485,000
Ozone Park, NY
$750,000
Muskegon County, MI
$525,000
Victoria, BC
$625,000
Natalie Kessler
First Choice Business Brokers of NW Florida
Serving Bay County, FL
Selling your business is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make — and you shouldn’t do it alone. At First Choice Business Brokers of NW Florida, our experienced team is here to guide you through every step of the process. From Pensacola to Tallahassee and everywhere in between, we’ve got Northwest Florida covered. Wherever you are, we’re ready to help you make your next big move.
El Paso, TX
$400,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
New York
$7,000,000
Austin, TX
$1,200,000
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $355,984
San Diego County, CA
$159,000
Brooklyn, NY
$250,000
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
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
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Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
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Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
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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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