Listing ID: 80840
Business Overview
Located in fast growing Eastern Idaho, this floral company has been a staple of the community for 25 years. It is a great, profitable small town business with many loyal customers. It is priced for a quick sale, as the owner has to tend to other responsibilities.
Financial
- Asking Price: $99,000
- Cash Flow: $52,098
- Gross Revenue: $514,072
- EBITDA: N/A
- FF&E: $26,600
- Inventory: $62,699
- Inventory Included: Yes
- Established: N/A
3 weeks
other opportunities
Additional Info
The deal shall include inventory valued at $62,699, which is included in the listing price.
Why is the Current Owner Selling The Business?
There are all sorts of reasons individuals resolve to sell businesses. Nonetheless, the real factor vs the one they say to you might be 2 entirely different things. For instance, they may say "I have a lot of various responsibilities" or "I am retiring". For numerous sellers, these factors are valid. But also, for some, these might just be excuses to try to hide the reality of changing demographics, increased competitors, recent reduction in earnings, or a range of other reasons. This is why it is extremely essential that you not count totally on a vendor's word, yet instead, make use of the seller's solution along with your overall due diligence. This will repaint a more sensible picture of the business's present circumstance.
Existing Debts and Future Obligations
If the current business is in debt, which numerous companies are, then you will certainly have reason to consider this when valuating/preparing your offer. Lots of operating businesses borrow money with the purpose of covering things like stock, payroll, accounts payable, etc. Bear in mind that occasionally this can suggest that revenue margins are too small. Lots of organisations come under a revolving door of taking on debt as a way to pay back other loans. In addition to debts, there may likewise be future commitments to consider. There might be an outstanding lease on equipment or the structure where the business resides. The business may have existing contracts with suppliers that should be fulfilled or might lead to fines if terminated early.
Understanding the Customer Base, Competition and Area Demographics
Exactly how do companies in the area draw in new customers? Many times, operating businesses have repeat consumers, which develop the core of their day-to-day revenues. Specific elements such as new competition sprouting up around the location, roadway construction, and employee turn over can influence repeat consumers and also negatively influence future earnings. One crucial thing to consider is the area of the business. Is it in a very trafficked shopping mall, or is it hidden from the main road? Undoubtedly, the more people that see the business on a regular basis, the higher the chance to build a returning client base. A last thought is the general location demographics. Is the business located in a largely populated city, or is it situated on the outside border of town? Just how might the neighborhood mean home income impact future earnings prospects?