Beauty & Personal CareRare opportunity to acquire a tattoo studio business with 5 years of operating history in a growing market. The business enjoys attractive margins relative to industry averages thanks to disciplined pricing and low overhead. Many customer relationships span a decade or more, and several commercial accounts are on multi-year arrangements. The business has grown organically with virtually no paid advertising for most of its history, a testament to the strength of its reputation. The company runs on documented processes with a trained staff of 5 in place, allowing the owner to focus on high-level management. The owner has stepped back from daily operations in recent years, and the business now runs semi-absentee. The local market is fragmented, positioning this business well for a buyer pursuing a consolidation strategy. The brand is well recognized locally, supported by years of consistent signage, vehicle wraps, and community involvement. Detailed financials, tax returns, and supporting schedules are available to qualified buyers after an NDA. The operation is efficient and lean, with overhead kept deliberately low relative to revenue. The trade area is experiencing steady population and commercial growth, supporting long-term demand. An excellent opportunity for a first-time buyer or an existing operator seeking a proven platform.
Owner is retiring after 5 years in the business.
The business occupies a 1,080 sq ft commercial space; the space is well-maintained and fully equipped.
Few direct competitors offer the same breadth of services in the immediate market.
Modeling Established Tattoo Studio Grossing $724K Annually · $502K
Asking price is $502K. Type an offer or drag to model one.
SBA 7(a) acquisition loans typically require ~10% down.
SBA business-acquisition loans are usually 10 years.
A market salary for whoever runs the business day-to-day, subtracted from earnings to show true profit. Set to $0 if you will owner-operate.
Estimates for illustration only, based on the listed SDE and your assumptions. Closing costs are estimated at ~2.5% of price for fees and working capital. Actual loan terms, taxes, and earnings will differ. This is not financial advice. Verify all figures in diligence and consult qualified advisors.
Open the full Deal AnalyzerAnn Arbor, MI · Source: AI estimate (Claude) · general knowledge.
AI-estimated comparable ranges from general market knowledge · as of 2026-08-04 · AI estimate (Claude) · general market knowledge. Reference only, not verified market data or a valuation.
Rough AI estimate for owner-operated salon or spa businesses in a mid-size Michigan college-town market, not verified market data or an appraisal.
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