Dessert ShopA profitable dessert shop operation serving the greater Ann Arbor market since 1982. Standard operating procedures are documented, making training and quality control straightforward. A professionally built website generates steady inbound inquiries with no ongoing ad spend. The company offers a full range of dessert shop services, giving customers a single point of contact and driving healthy average tickets. Many customer relationships span a decade or more, and several commercial accounts are on multi-year arrangements. The trade area is experiencing steady population and commercial growth, supporting long-term demand. Owner involvement is primarily managerial; no specialized license is required for ownership, though one is preferred. The business generates dependable cash flow with margins at or above industry benchmarks. The company runs on documented processes with a trained staff of 8 in place, allowing the owner to focus on high-level management. Under the same ownership since 1982, the company has weathered multiple economic cycles while maintaining profitability. Revenue is diversified across residential and commercial accounts, with no single customer representing a significant concentration. The operation is efficient and lean, with overhead kept deliberately low relative to revenue. The company ranks well in local search results and maintains an active presence on the major review platforms. Day-to-day operations are handled by the team, with the owner focused on oversight and growth. Detailed financials, tax returns, and supporting schedules are available to qualified buyers after an NDA. Serious inquiries only; a signed NDA and proof of funds are required for detailed financials.
Up to 15% carried at 6.5% over 7 years for qualified buyers.
Partners are divesting to focus on other holdings.
Seller offers 2 weeks of hands-on training, with phone support for 6 months after closing.
Housed in a 1,070 sq ft commercial space with room to expand operations.
Few direct competitors offer the same breadth of services in the immediate market.
Untapped opportunities include e-commerce, service agreements, and referral partnerships.
Modeling Well-Established Dessert Shop Netting $83K · $336K
Asking price is $336K. 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.
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