West Chicago, IL
$29,999

West Chicago, IL
$29,999

$2,200,000

Brockton, MA
$370,000

Cuyahoga County, OH
$599,000
Charleston, SC
$279,990
Maywood, NJ
$629,000
Columbia, AL
$198,990
California
$150,000
Wichita, KS
$278,000
Minnesota
$365,000
Douglas County, NE
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $11,429,000
Texas
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $373,000
Cleveland, OH
$1,500,000
Nassau County, NY
$129,000
Brooklyn, NY
$3,000,000
Missouri
$1,095,000
Terry Watts
Murphy Business Sales
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Our customers and business associates appreciate our personal attention along with our unparalleled performance in all types of transactions that demand the highest standards of ethics and win-win outcomes for both buyer and seller. If you are searching for a highly respected business broker to partner with, your search is over with Murphy Business. We manage a comprehensive range of services that includes: - Sales of privately held businesses - Mergers and acquisitions - Business valuations - Appraisals of machinery and equipment - Commercial real estate and business consulting - And more… Every member of the Murphy Business team is dedicated to representing you in a way that will make you proud to do business with us. Our experience as business brokers, outstanding level of knowledge, and our broad network of business contacts assure your ultimate satisfaction. How Our Business Brokers Partner with Sellers At Murphy Business, we take the guesswork out of selling your business. Working closely with you at every stage of the sales process, we promise to help you attain the maximum sale price at an optimal profit. How Our Business Brokers Partner with Buyers Accessing our expansive business network across North America, we can assist you in making productive connections with companies and organizations that meet your interests. You will appreciate our methodical, proven approach that starts by listening to you and your plans for business ownership. We promise to get your deal done swiftly and efficiently. Our Track Record as Business Brokers Says It All Since 1994, Murphy Business has established a steady track record of successful business transactions with high closing ratios. Over the years, we have earned the respect of thousands of buyers and sellers across North America. * This independent Murphy Business Sales franchise is part of the Top Hat Business Group family of businesses.
Boston, MA
$98,000
Minneapolis, MN
$279,990
Palm Beach County, FL
$149,000
Minnesota
$100,000
Kissimmee, FL
$120,000
Kent County, DE
$250,000
Mishawaka, IN
$219,000
Dutchess County, NY
$165,000
South Bend, IN
$219,000
Indianapolis, IN
$219,000
Suffolk County, NY
$150,000
Eagle Rock, CA
$670,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Moore County, NC
$700,000
Mississippi
$1,650,000
North Carolina
$2,500,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sainte Genevieve, MO
$215,000
Dallas County, TX
$1,750,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Plano, TX
$3,200,000
Brooklyn, NY
$220,000
New York
$590,000
Saco, ME
$130,000
Los Angeles, CA
$770,000
Macomb County, MI
$199,000
Macomb County, MI
$199,000
Polk County, IA
$150,000
Oneida County, NY
$495,000
Stamford, CT
$140,000
Westchester County, NY
$850,000
Erick Flores
Erick Flores
Serving Washington County, OR
Charlotte, NC
$150,000
Denver, CO
$195,000
New Jersey
$2,500,000
Chattanooga, TN
$249,000
New Jersey
$425,000
Tonawanda, NY
$299,000
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
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
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Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
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Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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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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