Manhattan, NY
$100,000
Manhattan, NY
$100,000
Brevard County, FL
$150,000
Rhode Island
$2,500,000
$2,900,000
Buffalo County, NE
$250,000
Denver, CO
$40,000
Washington County, UT
$350,000
Maricopa County, AZ
$200,000
$1,925,000
Kennesaw, GA
$450,000
Riverside, CA
$39,000
Manchester, NH
Jacksonville, FL
$1,500,000
$1,799,800
Ceres, CA
$650,000
Garden Grove, CA
$50,000
Ben Bleicher
Professional Realty Group of BHHS Ambassador
Serving Lancaster County, NE
PRG (Professional Realty Group) of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Ambassador Real Estate is a team of realtors dedicated to all aspects of real estate. Not only do we sell businesses, we also specialize in residential, commercial, industrial, development, land, and leases. Marketing properties and/or businesses for sale is one of the most important aspects of moving them in a timely manner and with an optimal amount of interest from multiple buyers. In today's age it's not only important to spread the word by mouth and mailers, but also to have a vast presence online where the majority of buyers are looking. We utilize not only bizbuysell.com, but also Loopnet, MRCIE, Social Media, and prospecting software. This ensures that we're reaching out to as many potential buyers as possible, in turn maximizing the ability to sell. PRG began as a full service residential real estate business, and intentionally grew into its current state which is suited to handle any aspect of realty. Starting with our roots in residential gave us a different take on customer service and attentiveness. Residential is a 24/7 job, where many commercial (only) brokerages typically have more traditional M-F 8-5 hours. We're typically available for business calls / inquiries from 8am-10pm, 7 days a week. This means we are able to offer impeccable service almost all the time!
Seminole County, FL
$179,800
Los Angeles, CA
$1,120,000
Naples, FL
$65,000
Middlesex County, NJ
$625,000
DuPage County, IL
$15,000
Pemberton Township, NJ
$2,000
Portland, OR
$65,000
Washington County, AR
$1,510,000
Tarpon Springs, FL
$60,000
Indian River County, FL
$2,500,000
Middlesex County, MA
$799,999
Anne Arundel County, MD
$110,000
Anne Arundel County, MD
$99,000
San Diego County, CA
$305,000
Ontario
$75,000
Paramount, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
$800,000
Fresno, CA
$125,000
Inverness, FL
$50,000
California
$265,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$695,000
Barnstable County, MA
$150,000
Boca Raton, FL
$120,000
Phoenix, AZ
$135,000
College Park, GA
$249,000
Houston, TX
$95,000
Hawaii County, HI
$150,000
Jacksonville, FL
$980,000
Sherry Bauer
SBRE
Serving Erie County, PA
Achievements Consistent top producer – exceeds all sales goals Closed over $100 million in commercial sales and lease transactions Implemented strategies that increased regional sales 120% – Western New York Technology Center Negotiated new business development and capital investment totaling over $38M – Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Economic Development/Industrial Development Agency Expanded daycare facility enrollment & membership by 65% - First Presbyterian Church Secured strategic partnership with renowned Chautauqua Institution Dance Company – formed the Chautauqua Regional Youth Ballet
Gibsonton, FL
$12,500
Boise, ID
$100,000
Seattle, WA
$98,500
Hialeah, FL
$99,500
Austin, TX
$550,000
Brentwood, TN
$1,500,000
Acquisitions of service business are on the rise, and it’s easy to see why. Service businesses provide niche professional support to customers and cover a wide range of industries. The benefits of owning a service business include operational flexibility, high profitability, low overhead costs, minimal inventory and supplies, and the possibility of generating multiple revenue streams. One of the primary advantages of buying an existing service business is that it comes with established credibility in the market.
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of service businesses.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Service Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
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FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in the U.S. is approximately $312,338.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but service business owners report median annual sales of $525,724 and annual owner earnings of $152,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a service business?
Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses range from 0.43 to 1.08, with the median at 0.72. Earnings multiples range from 1.50 to 3.44, with the median at 2.43. These values indicate that a typical service business may sell for around 0.72 times its annual revenue, and 2.43 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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