Bentonville, AR
$116,500
Bentonville, AR
$116,500
Santa Monica, CA
$195,000

Houston, TX
$100,000
Milwaukee, WI
$39,500
Nashville, TN
$30,500
Sioux Falls, SD
$29,500
Rapid City, SD
$22,000
Lebanon, PA
$18,750
Broken Arrow, OK
$28,000
Kettering, OH
$35,000
Dublin, OH
$30,000
Lincoln, NE
$29,500
Rochester, MN
$30,000
Fort Knox, KY
$19,000
Frankfort, KY
$29,500
Bloomington, IN
$19,500
Brett Beck
Liberty Commercial Business
Serving Clark County, NV
I am a Nevada-licensed commercial real estate broker based in Las Vegas and the founder of Liberty Commercial, Business Sale, Property Management, and Beck Realty B.1003262.INDV. My firm specializes in multifamily, hotel/motel, office, retail shopping center for sales, and leasing. Lic# B.0144079.CORP, PM.0167633.BRK, BUSB.0007064.BRK In addition to brokerage, I am a licensed insurance agent in Nevada #70325 with multiple agencies, including Farmers Insurance, specializing in commercial policies. I am also an experienced commercial loan officer with Top Flite Commercial / Top Flite Home Loans (NMLS #2714412). I understand that securing a commercial loan can feel overwhelming, which is why I take the time to address financial and budgetary concerns and guide clients through the process every step of the way. Top Flite Home Loans NMLS #4181 | www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org | Equal Housing Opportunity My team has successfully leased over 1 million square feet of space and closed more than $300 million in asset sales and leases. We are committed to our clients’ success, providing unmatched market insight, value-added services, and strong financial expertise—whether representing tenants, landlords, or investors. I hold a degree in Economics from the University of Michigan and have extensive experience in financial services with Morgan Stanley, where I held Series 7, Series 66, Life & Health Insurance, and Series 3 Commodity licenses. I also owned and operated a Farmers Insurance agency prior to and during my career in commercial real estate. My team is highly educated and experienced in sales, marketing, and finance, which allows us to navigate even the most complex transactions. Whether it’s a 1031 exchange, sale-leaseback, or challenging financing situation, Liberty Commercial has the resources and expertise to deliver results. Our reputation is built on client success and referrals. I am also an Associate Member of the International Council of Shopping Center
Evansville, IN
$35,000
Valparaiso, IN
$26,000
Terre Haute, IN
$19,500
South Bend, IN
$28,000
Peoria, IL
$18,500
Springfield, IL
$29,000
Dubuque, IA
$24,500
Iowa City, IA
$19,500
Bucks County, PA
$500,000
Ingham County, MI
$345,000
Newhall, CA
$100,000
Memphis, TN
$208,900
Phoenix, AZ
$95,000
Lehigh County, PA
$35,000
Boston, MA
$177,777
Saint Louis, MO
$399,900
Gwinnett County, GA
$1,900,000
Dallas County, TX
$1,750,000
Putnam Valley, NY
$295,000
Gretna, LA
$125,000
Saint Louis, MO
$475,000
Neosho County, KS
$350,000
Cedar Rapids, IA
$238,999
Daytona Beach, FL
$389,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Alabama
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $658,000
Los Angeles, CA
$598,000
Dallas, TX
$250,000
Encino, CA
$99,000
Joe McGowan
Berkshire Hathaway, Fox & Roach Realtors
Serving Burlington County, NJ
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is a global real estate brokerage franchise network. When our name goes on a real estate sign, it means something. It's a promise of trust, integrity, stability, longevity and the highest standards of work. And we don't take that promise lightly. That's why you'll see these values reflected in every office, every agent, every interaction. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is the name buyers and sellers trust.
Arlington Heights, IL
$145,000
Salt Lake City, UT
$40,700
Atlanta, GA
$2,800,000
Evergreen Park, IL
$165,000
Michigan
$975,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Connecticut
$2,899,000
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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