Buffalo, NY
$234,999
Buffalo, NY
$234,999
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Putnam County, NY
$4,900,000
Queens, NY
$2,500,000
Suffolk County, NY
$230,000
Suffolk County, NY
$375,000
Suffolk County, NY
$175,000
Tulsa, NY
$404,900
Kings County, NY
$110,000
North White Plains, NY
$160,000
Monroe County, NY
$150,000
Available in New York
$100,000
New York
$349,000
Richmond County, NY
$1,100,000
Westchester County, NY
$249,900
Suffolk County, NY
$179,000
Bedford Hills, NY
$359,000
Tony Torella
Excelsior Business Group LLC
Serving Albany County, NY
When you choose to list the sale of your business with Excelsior Business Group we will be ready to work with you to properly position your business to sell, assist you to know the current market value of your business, maximize the value of your company and help you sell it to a qualified buyer. As your representative we will be prepared to stay actively involved with you from the time you list your business with us until the closing. Most business owners will only sell one business in their lifetime, and we can help explain how the process works. As we move through the listing, marketing and selling process with our clients we handle all the necessary details: > We pre-qualify all serious potential buyers for financial capability and experience. > We coordinate activities as needed with associated attorneys, accountants, lenders, etc. > And, most importantly, we keep our clients informed and involved in the process, while enabling them to continue to focus on running their business during the selling process. We work hard and are proud of the success we have representing our clients. As such, we will provide references upon request.
Chicago, NY
$699,900
Brooklyn, NY
$700,000
New York
$3,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Rochester, NY
$250,000
Available in New York
$25,000
Suffolk County, NY
$424,999
Manhattan, NY
$250,000
Freeport, NY
$75,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
New York
$2,150,000
Queens, NY
$899,999
Suffolk County, NY
$250,000
Staten Island, NY
$59,999
Nassau County, NY
$1,999,999
Staten Island, NY
$475,000
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Queens, NY
$2,500,000
Nassau County, NY
$2,300,000
Onondaga County, NY
$90,000
Rochester, NY
$150,000
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Nassau County, NY
$115,000
Queens County, NY
$179,000
New York
$1,800,000
New York
$7,500,000
Suffolk County, NY
$239,000
Westchester County, NY
$525,000
Schenectady County, NY
$375,000
Suffolk County, NY
$695,000
Antonio Rotondi
The Big Apple Team @ LPT Realty
Serving Nassau County, NY
With over a decade of experience in real estate and business brokerage, I’ve been helping clients successfully since 2013 — whether they are fully operational, recently closed, or simply looking to transfer their lease. From restaurants and bars/cafes to retail shops, manufacturers, and service-based businesses, I like to collaborate with both cooking and non-cooking establishments. As a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson in the State of New York, I’m able to assist with the sale and leasing of commercial and residential properties. In addition to local expertise across the 5 boroughs and Long Island, I have a trusted network of business affiliates across the U.S. and internationally, which allows me to connect buyers and sellers on a wider scale. Client satisfaction is our top priority. We speak multiple languages, understand cultural nuances, and pride ourselves on honest communication, strategic marketing, and achieving top-dollar results. Whether you're looking to sell, lease, downsize, relocate, or simply explore your options, we are here to guide you every step of the way — with professionalism, integrity, and care.
Kings County, NY
$350,000
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Bronx, NY
$399,000
Bronx, NY
$330,000
New York County, NY
$330,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bronx, NY
$1,950,000
Suffolk County, NY
$500,000
Oneida County, NY
$785,000
New York
$319,200
Brooklyn, NY
$250,000
Ozone Park, NY
$750,000
Available in New York
$50,000
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in New York, 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 New York service businesses.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
284 |
Median Asking Price |
$482,500 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$533,398 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$181,263 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
New York Service Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.57 |
2.00 |
Median |
0.95 |
3.02 |
Upper Quartile |
1.49 |
4.20 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
Read the Report:
Service Business Valuation Metrics & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business in New York?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in New York is approximately $482,500.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but New York service business owners report median annual sales of $533,398 and annual owner earnings of $181,263. 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 in New York range from 0.57 to 1.49, with the median at 0.95. Earnings multiples range from 2.00 to 4.20, with the median at 3.02. These values indicate that a typical service business in New York may sell for around 0.95 times its annual revenue, and 3.02 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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