Listing ID: 70109
Business Overview
24 years in business, an Alabama based company that has been proudly servicing the Transportation Industry for 18 years. As of Nov 1st 2021 running a 20% increase over last year. Our services provide Customers with outstanding performance, and dedication to their transportation needs. It is a Woman owned Small Business with great potential to excel in future growth. In today’s market Transportation needs are only going to be in higher demand in the years to come. Currently the company is running 7 Units that are less than 4 years old. Consisting of 3-2018 Kenworth T-680’s, and 4-2019 Kenworth T-680’s. The Trailer Fleet consists of 11, 53ft Dry Vans that are all under 10 years old (7 of which are less than 2 years old).
The owner is looking to retire in the future, after 35 years of service to the industry. She is willing to assist the new owners with training, and transitions as needed. Current Drivers will remain employed, as well as office personnel if so desired.
Financial
- Asking Price: $2,900,000
- Cash Flow: $488,517
- Gross Revenue: $2,100,000
- EBITDA: $687,270
- FF&E: $1,820,000
- Inventory: N/A
- Inventory Included: Yes
- Established: 1997
Detailed Information
- Property Owned or Leased:N/A
- Property Included:N/A
- Building Square Footage:2,000
- Lot Size:N/A
- Total Number of Employees:4
- Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment:N/A
As needed
Retirement
excellent
Additional Info
The company was started in 1997, making the business 25 years old.
The business has 4 employees and is situated in a building with estimated square footage of 2,000 sq ft.
The property is leased by the business for $600 per Month
Why is the Current Owner Selling The Business?
There are all kinds of reasons why people resolve to sell companies. Nonetheless, the true reason and the one they say to you may be 2 entirely different things. As an example, they may state "I have too many other commitments" or "I am retiring". For numerous sellers, these factors stand. But also, for some, these may just be reasons to attempt to conceal the reality of altering demographics, increased competition, current decrease in earnings, or an array of other reasons. This is why it is very crucial that you not count absolutely on a vendor's word, but rather, use the seller's response combined with your overall due diligence. This will repaint a much more sensible image of the business's present situation.
Existing Debts and Future Obligations
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Understanding the Customer Base, Competition and Area Demographics
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