⚡ TL;DR:
4 new businesses for sale: HVAC/metal fab in Colorado, cleaning service in Austin, engineering firm in Texas, and international IT services company
Multiples ranging from 1.7x to 2.8x cash flow with strong debt service coverage ratios
Industry insights: H1 2025 market update (60% deal kill rate), why "holding flat" is impossible, and quick debt service math rules for SBA buyers
Newly Listed Deals
HVAC & Metal Fabrication Business
Grand Junction-based Heating & Cooling business operating 25 years with dual revenue streams from HVAC services and custom sheet metal fabrication. Listed at 2.1x cash flow at $1.05M asking price with $511K discretionary earnings on $1.7M revenue, optional $550K real estate available separately.
📍 Location: Grand Junction, CO
💰 Asking Price: $1.05M
💼 Cash Flow: $511K
📊 Revenue: $1.7M
🧮 Estimated DSCR: 2.19x
💵 Estimated Cash Flow After Debt Service: $278K
ℹ️ Source: BizQuest
⏰ Listed 2 Days Ago
Business Highlights
C-R-U business with established brand and systems
Dual revenue streams HVAC services plus metal fabrication
4 employees including experienced staff
2,400 SF facility at 745 Winters Avenue
Growth opportunities in neighboring markets like Montrose, Delta, Rifle
Cleaning Business
Austin-area cleaning company with 500+ 5-star reviews and 50% recurring revenue, achieving remarkable growth since 2024 launch. Listed at 1.7x cash flow at $1M asking price with $591K discretionary earnings on $921K revenue, includes 14 employees and seller financing available.
📍 Location: Austin, TX
💰 Asking Price: $1M
💼 Cash Flow: $591K
📊 Revenue: $921K
🧮 Estimated DSCR: 4.05x
💵 Estimated Cash Flow After Debt Service: $445K
ℹ️ Source: Transworld Business Advisors
⏰ Listed 3 Days Ago
Business Highlights
500+ glowing 5-star reviews demonstrating service quality
50% recurring revenue from loyal customer base
Rapid growth from startup to profitable in under 1 year
Fully remote operation with established systems
Other opportunities seller has additional ventures
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Engineering & Consulting Firm
Texas-based specialized engineering firm providing systems integration, modular architecture, and risk management for government and commercial clients. Listed at 2.8x cash flow at $3M asking price with $1.1M adjusted cash flow on $3M revenue, strong defense sector reputation with 16 employees.
📍 Location: Texas
💰 Asking Price: $3M
💼 Cash Flow: $1.1M
📊 Revenue: $3M
🧮 Estimated DSCR: 1.92x
💵 Estimated Cash Flow After Debt Service: $476K
ℹ️ Source: Baton Market
⏰ “Off-Market” Listing
Business Highlights
Defense sector focus with established government relationships
High-tech specialization in systems integration and modular architecture
36% profit margins demonstrating pricing power
16 employees including 15 FT technical staff
Strategic expansion opportunity for buyers in engineering/consulting
IT Managed Services Company
International IT services leader providing managed services, networking, telecom, and cybersecurity to enterprise clients including government agencies, banks, and data centers. Growing from $18M to $23M revenue with expanding margins, $6M EBITDA projected for 2025.
📍 Location: International
💰 Asking Price: Not Disclosed
💼 Cash Flow: $6M (2025 projected EBITDA)
📊 Revenue: $23M (2025 projected)
ℹ️ Source: Gottesman Company
⏰ Listed: 2 Days Ago
Business Highlights
20+ years established IT sector leader
Enterprise client base including government, banks, data centers
Consistent growth from $18M to $23M revenue
Margin expansion EBITDA growing from $4.5M to $6M
Management staying for transition period support
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📍 Industry Insights
📅 Market Update for H1 2025
Chris Barrett, Owner of Midwest CPA, shares a market update from the first half of the year with the EBIT WhatsApp Community:
💡 The "Hold It Flat" Myth in Small Business Acquisitions
The Big Takeaway
Many self-funded searchers think they can buy a business with high leverage and just "keep it flat" to make money. Kaustubh Deo, former PE investor turned small business owner (3 acquisitions and counting), argues that's impossible—and he's learned this firsthand.
The Math That Tempts Us
Buy a $1M business with 10% equity ($100K) and 90% debt ($900K)
Keep earnings flat for 10 years while paying down debt
End result: Debt-free business worth $1M = 10x return on your $100K
Sounds easy, right? Wrong.
Why "Holding Flat" Is a Fantasy
1. The Spinal Cord Problem
When you buy a business, you're ripping out its nervous system (the seller) and inserting yourself. The seller had 20+ years to develop industry instincts and problem-solving skills. You're starting from scratch.
2. The Credibility Gap
Day one: You have zero credibility with employees, vendors, and customers. The seller earned trust over decades—you need to overdeliver to everyone just to maintain status quo.
3. Nobody Else Wants Flat
Employees want raises and promotions
Customers want better service at lower prices
Vendors want to increase prices
Competitors want your market share
The economy never stands still
The Reality Check
"Holding the business flat" is literally the only outcome that WON'T happen. Instead of planning for flat, plan for:
How you'll handle constant change
How you'll manage adversity
How you'll learn and adapt quickly
Bottom line: Don't underwrite deals assuming you can coast. Assume chaos, prepare for growth (or decline), and price your deals accordingly.
Disclaimer: Educational content only - not investment advice. Listings from third-party sources, accuracy not guaranteed. Do your own due diligence. Consult professionals before making decisions.
