Listing ID: 82936
Business Overview
Profitable 91 year old condiment distributor for sale in Missouri. Nationwide brand with presence in major grocery store chains across the united states. Primarily focused on wholesale but also does some online retail business.
Financial
- Asking Price: $755,000
- Cash Flow: $293,361
- Gross Revenue: $893,000
- EBITDA: N/A
- FF&E: N/A
- Inventory: N/A
- Inventory Included: N/A
- Established: 1931
Detailed Information
- Property Owned or Leased:N/A
- Property Included:N/A
- Building Square Footage:N/A
- Lot Size:N/A
- Total Number of Employees:1
- Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment:N/A
Relocatable Business
6 months training is being offered.
Retirement
Additional Info
The venture was established in 1931, making the business 91 years old.
Why is the Current Owner Selling The Business?
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Existing Debts and Future Obligations
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Understanding the Customer Base, Competition and Area Demographics
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