B2B ServicesFounded in 1982, the business is a recognized name in the local photography studio market. The business generates dependable cash flow with margins at or above industry benchmarks. Owner involvement is primarily managerial; no specialized license is required for ownership, though one is preferred. The team is cross-trained across functions, so operations do not depend on any single employee. Vendor and supplier relationships are long-standing, with favorable terms that a new owner will step into. The business maintains an excellent reputation, reflected in its ratings across the major review platforms. A balanced mix of one-time projects and repeat engagements smooths revenue through the year and reduces seasonality risk. The Birmingham market continues to grow, and demand for photography studio services has remained resilient through economic cycles. The business has grown organically with virtually no paid advertising for most of its history, a testament to the strength of its reputation. Most new business arrives through referrals and repeat customers, so paid acquisition remains an untapped lever. Service offerings have been refined over the years to focus on the most profitable lines of work. The owner has stepped back from daily operations in recent years, and the business now runs semi-absentee. A tenured team of 1 handles day-to-day operations; several key employees have been with the company for many years. The fundamentals are in place for a new owner to grow well beyond current levels.
Up to 25% carried at 6.5% over 5 years for qualified buyers.
Owner is consolidating investments and exiting day-to-day operations.
Comprehensive 8-week transition included; seller open to a longer consulting arrangement.
A new owner could grow by adding outside sales, pursuing commercial contracts, and increasing marketing spend.
Modeling Photography Studio with Seller Financing Available in Birmingham · $204K
Asking price is $204K. 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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