Lakeland, FL
Businesses in Florida For Sale
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SBA Prequalified HVAC Service Business- Lakeland
Office Furniture and Equipment Installation Business
Florida
HVAC & Plumbing Business in South Florida
Broward County, FL
Profitable Tax & Insurance Business For Sale – Miami
Miami, FL
Long-Established Pak Mail Franchise | 23 Years running. Visa E2
Pembroke Pines, FL
Two Locations - Absentee Owned Stretch Franchises in Gainesville
Gainesville, FL
Jupiter Pool Service Route for Sale
Palm Beach County, FL
Daycare Business for sale - Owner is retiring
Jacksonville, FL
Turnkey Profitable Bubble Tea Franchise Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County, FL
Gainesville FL Turnkey Second Gen Restaurant for Sale
Gainesville, FL
Profitable Turnkey Indoor Pickleball Club For Sale
Duval County, FL
Premier St. Pete Beach Waterfront Restaurant & Bar — Long Lease
Saint Pete Beach, FL
High-Volume Absentee-Owned Franchise Restaurant & Bar Opportunity
Clearwater, FL
Rare Campus Hospitality Portfolio – Full-Liquor Potential
Saint Petersburg, FL
Designer Sunglass & Eyeglass Business Sarasota Metro Area – #1973
Sarasota, FL
Metro-Orlando #1 Pool Supply Franchise + Services!
Polk County, FL
Roberta Caputo
CAPITAL BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
Serving Broward County, FL
Capital Business Solutions Business Brokerage Capital Business Solutions is a full service business brokerage firm connecting sellers of businesses with qualified, capable buyers and acquisition specialists around the world. We are a general business brokerage firm specializing in selling profitable companies from your local pizza parlor, dry cleaner and convenience store to large single and multi-location firms in all sectors including the manufacturing, distribution and service industries. CBS is also focused on providing world class continuous education and ongoing support and services to our global network of professional business intermediaries. Our vision is to make your aspirations a reality, whether you are looking for a new start as a seller, buyer or business intermediary. Contact Information Capital Business Solutions Corporate Headquarters 1525 NW 3rd St Suite 9 Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 Toll Free: 800-690-8993 International (954) 596-8060 Fax (954) 596-8919 Email: officemanager@capitalbbw.com
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Turnkey Bakery Café | Prime FL Location | $513K SDE | SBA Pre approved
St. Johns County, FL
High-Growth Home Services Franchise in Miami-Dade
Coral Gables, FL
Modern, patient-centered wellness clinic
Orange County, FL
Commercial Construction Product | Revenue +176% YoY | Patent Pending
Florida
Broward County Barbershop
Broward County, FL
25-Year Recurring Revenue B2B Chat Services Business
Jacksonville, FL
South Florida QSR Franchise – Absentee Owned - Financing Avail.
Broward County, FL
Largest Consignment on Treasure Coast
Indian River County, FL
Pet Grooming Franchise, Miami Lakes FL | $63K Cash Flow
Miami Lakes, FL
Profitable NW FL / SW AL GC Business & Real Estate - Founded in 1981
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Pensacola, FL
Award-Worthy Homemade Ice Cream & Café – Beloved Owner-Operated Biz
Seminole County, FL
Premier Tampa Firearms Retailer | Established | Loyal Customer Base
Pinellas County, FL
Convenience Store in Orlando
Orlando, FL
Groundbreaking Site Development & Infrastructure Leader (37849)
Florida
Ice Cream Shop Opportunity in Miami-Dade County– High Traffic Location
Miami-Dade County, FL
Turnkey Ice Cream Shop in Miami-Dade County – Prime Florida Location
Miami-Dade County, FL
Established Ice Cream Shop in Miami-Dade County – Turnkey Opportunity
Miami-Dade County, FL
Turnkey Ice Cream Shop in Broward County – Fully Equipped
Broward County, FL
Very well equiped ghost kitchen fexible modality
Miami-Dade County, FL
SBA Pre-Qual Authenticated Collectibles eCom Business | 40% Repeats
Tampa, FL
Commercial Cleaning & Floor Care Company
Volusia County, FL
Citgo Gas Station - Convenience Store Opportunity in Marion County
Silver Springs, FL
Established Contractor Business
Lee County, FL
Convenience and Dollar-Store Retail
Miami, FL
Repair Service for Mobility Scooters
Kissimmee, FL
48-Year South Florida HVAC: Commercial & Residential
Miami, FL
The Only Established Hair Salon on Hutchinson Island
Fort Pierce, FL
Residential handyman service
Naples, FL
Routes Sale®
Routes For Sale
Serving Palm Beach County, FL
Routes For Sale® was founded by Ron Slusser who has been deemed by his customers as the "Route Guru® of America!" Ron started his career as an independent distributor in route sales, and later acquired his Real Estate License which further led to him becoming a Commercial Broker. Ron previously sold residential property and owned route distributorships through Murray Cookies, and Snyder's Of Hanover. This is important, because not only do you have an expert when it comes to answering questions about the buying and selling process, but you also have access to someone with hands on experience who has worked in the route sales field for a combined 20 years.
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Established Landscaping Business for Sale
Parrish, FL
Profitable Business to Business Opportunity
Pinellas County, FL
Own a Salon That Pays You Weekly | Established Booth Rental Business
Jacksonville, FL
Home Health Agency with Two Active AHCA Licenses
New Port Richey, FL
Profitable Jacksonville Auto Body Shop
Jacksonville, FL
Breakfast/Lunch Bagel Shop - Great Hours - Immediate Cash Flow
Lake County, FL
Buy or Sell a Business in Florida
Florida is a large market with many potential business opportunities. Its economy is diverse, with major industries such as tourism, agriculture, and international trade. With a strong business-friendly climate, it's no wonder that many entrepreneurs choose Florida as the location to buy or sell their businesses.
Market Snapshot
We have aggregated data from business for sale listings in Florida to provide some context on the market for potential business buyers and sellers.
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5700 |
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Median Asking Price |
$350,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$610,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
25% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.3 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
Most businesses selling in Florida are in one of its major metro areas:
- Destin-Fort Walton Beach Area
- Fort Myers Area
- Fort Pierce Area
- Jacksonville Metro
- Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area
- North Port-Sarasota Area
- Orlando Metro Area
- Panama City Metro Area
- Pensacola Metro Area
- Tallahassee Metro Area
- Tampa Bay Metro Area
How many businesses are for sale in Florida?
There are approximately 5,700 businesses currently listed for sale in Florida.
In which cities are most businesses listed for sale?
The highest number of businesses for sale are in:
Other notable cities include Sarasota, Fort Myers, Naples, West Palm Beach, and Boca Raton, each offering a range of opportunities for prospective buyers.
What types of businesses are for sale in Florida?
Popular sectors with businesses for sale include:
- Food and Restaurants (~1,400 listings)
- Service Businesses (~910 listings)
- Building and Construction (~540 listings)
- Retail (~520 listings)
- Automotive and Boat (~420 listings)
Smaller but significant numbers are also seen in other sectors such as Health Care & Fitness, Beauty, Manufacturing, and Technology.
What is the average asking price for businesses in Florida?
The median asking price for currently listed businesses is $350,000, which reflects a diverse market of business sizes and industries.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
Businesses for sale typically report a median revenue of $610,000, though actual figures will vary greatly depending on the type and scale of the business.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
Median reported earnings for businesses on the market stand at $150,000, which can provide potential buyers with an indication of profitability.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Currently, the earnings multiple is around 2.3 times, and the revenue multiple is approximately 0.6 times the asking price. These multiples offer insight into the valuation approaches applied within the Florida business market.
How can Florida business owners sell their own businesses?
While business owners can list their business and manage the sale on their own, particularly if the value is under $100,000 or they already have a buyer, it's often worth the cost to hire a business broker. Brokers bring expertise in pricing, marketing, and negotiating, significantly improving the chances of a successful sale.
