Built. Scaled. Sold. | Operator-Turned-Advisor for Owner-Led Businesses
Phone Number (239) 822-8015
www.scbizadvisors.com
Saint James City, Florida
Denise S. Houghtaling is an operator-turned-advisor with decades of experience building, acquiring, and selling privately held businesses across Florida.Before advising others, Denise personally built, scaled, purchased, and exited multiple businesses of her own. She understands firsthand the operational pressures, financial risks, and emotional realities that come with ownership. One of her ventures was ultimately sold for ten times its original purchase price — the result of disciplined growth, margin protection, and strategic positioning.That experience now shapes how she structures transactions for her clients.Denise is a Licensed Real Estate Broker (since 1989) and holds the Certified Business Intermediary (CBI), Certified Mergers & Acquisition Professional (CM&AP), and Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designations. She has represented sellers and buyers in transactions ranging from closely held, owner-operated companies to larger multi-million-dollar enterprises throughout Florida, including Southwest Florida and Broward County.Her background includes ownership and operation of recycling and waste businesses, sitework and trucking operations, equipment-intensive service companies, and franchise enterprises. This operational depth allows her to evaluate businesses not just on revenue, but on structure, durability, and transferability.Denise focuses on:• Exit planning and pre-sale preparation• Normalizing financial performance• Reducing owner dependency• Structured, confidential marketing processes• Protecting leverage through disciplined negotiationShe believes selling a business is not a listing event — it is a structured transition that requires preparation, clarity, and strategic execution.Operators build value.Structured exits protect it.
Experienced in but not limited to the following services and sectors. Contact for a full list.
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Brittney Bransfield
Serving: Lee County, FL
Southern Country Investments, Inc is a licensed Florida business broker company specializing in the waste, recycling, construction and green industries. Our broker, Denise Houghtaling and her team have owned and operated successful businesses and...
David Tirado
Born and raised in Rye New York, Dave is a decisive and compassionate associate known for his extensive market analysis and trends. Moved to Florida in 1985 and grown and prospered as much as the area. He earns the respect of buyers and sellers to...
Ashley Hum
ABI - Accredited Business Intermediary 10+ years of experience in Real Estate/ Commercial Real Estate I have experience as both a Real Estate investor and Business owner, which allows me to offer valuable assistance to you...
Established Businesses For Sale
Lee County, FL
Picture yourself owning a thriving waterfront bar and grill where every day feels like vacation. This established Lee County gem has been serving happy customers for years, and now it could be yours. You'll love the prime waterfront location that...
$350,000
Fort Myers, FL
Established Stucco & Drywall Construction Enterprise - Lee County, Florida This well-established construction services company has maintained continuous operations in Lee County and Southwest Florida for over ten years, specializing in stucco and...
$550,000
Hillsborough County, FL
STEP INTO IMMEDIATE PROFITABILITY with this turnkey pressure washing operation that delivers cash flow from day one while freeing you from daily operational demands. You'll acquire a business designed for the investor who wants proven income without...
$115,000
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, turn-key contemporary women’s fashion boutique located in an affluent, high-traffic retail corridor within Lee County, Florida. Established over four years with a fiercely loyal upscale...
$250,000
Cape Coral, FL
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-known island-inspired restaurant and bar located in the heart of Cape Coral, Florida. This established dining destination has built a loyal local following and strong tourist appeal with its relaxed coastal...
High-Volume Coastal American Restaurant & Bar – Lee County, Florida Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly recognizable Coastal American restaurant in one of Southwest Florida’s most active commercial corridors. This...
Miami-Dade County, FL
Rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, long-established commercial landscape maintenance and specialty services company serving Miami-Dade and Broward Counties for approximately 30 years. The company has earned an outstanding reputation...
$775,000
Established Full-Service Salon | Renovated | Loyal Client Base | Lee County Well-established full-service salon serving a desirable island community in Lee County with a strong local reputation and loyal repeat clientele. This turnkey business...
$75,000
Palm Beach County, FL
SBA PREQUALIFIED with 10% down Established, highly regarded luxury commercial & residential design and build firm serving affluent South Florida clientele. This turnkey operation specializes in clubhouses and custom high-end residential projects,...
$535,000
Lakeland, FL
Overview This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established HVAC service company with a long operating history in the Lakeland market. The business has built a strong reputation for reliability, quality service, and long-term customer...
Bradenton Beach, FL
Asking Price: $425,000 Cash Flow (SDE): $139,808 Gross Revenue: $315,961 FF&E Included: Approximately $205,000 This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly rated fishing charter and marine excursion business operating in...
$425,000
Imagine stepping into a thriving window treatment business that's been the go-to workroom for Southwest and Southeast Florida for four decades. You'll inherit a profitable operation with an established customer base, experienced employees, and all...
$650,000
Marine Contracting Business – Turnkey Operation with Barge Established and reputable marine contracting company specializing in a wide range of waterfront services, including seawalls, docks, boat lifts, and shoreline improvements, serving both...
$700,000
Waterfront General Store with Real Estate & Residential Unit Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established general store and market in a highly desirable Southwest Florida island community. This business serves both loyal local residents and a...
$1,150,000
Naples, FL
Premium Imported Spirit with Three SKU's and the rights to a fourth, Seller is offering the distribution rights for America's and the Caribbean Currently in three states, looking for a buyer who has a network in multi-state liquor distribution. This...
$5,500,000
Well-established specialty manufacturing business serving a large institutional client in Southwest Florida. The company operates under a long-term contract-based revenue model, generating consistent, high-margin work supported by recurring...
Not Disclosed
North Fort Myers, FL
Well-established plumbing company serving Lee, Collier, and Charlotte Counties, Florida. This primarily service-based plumbing business provides dependable commercial and residential plumbing services, with a smaller portion of revenue coming from...
$207,000
Own a stylish, turnkey beauty hub in a high-traffic North Lee County corridor. This established studio features a versatile business model with a steady booth-rental structure, providing immediate, consistent cash flow from day one. The salon is...
$74,900
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully established, ready-to-operate restaurant building in the heart of Naples’ prestigious Naples community, an area characterized by high-density luxury living and an average individual income exceeding...
$750,000
Prime Collier County Restaurant Portfolio: A Turnkey Double-Opportunity Unlock immediate market share in Florida’s premier dining landscape with this exclusive two-location restaurant package. Strategically positioned in Naples, these high-traffic...
$1,000,000
Denise Houghtaling, CMAP, CBI, CEPA, ABI, SVA Southern Country Business Advisors (239) 822-8015
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