Escape the City, Own an Established Print Business

Listing Details:

• Business Category:      Commercial Printing
• Price:                              $205,000
  
•           Business                $137,000
•           Real Estate            $68,000
• Gross Revenue:             $300,388
• SDE:                               $64,104
• Location:                        Northern MN  
• Reason For Selling:       Retirement       
• Support & Training:     4 weeks
• Non Compete:               200 Miles for 5 years
• Years Owned:                40 years
                                                

Business Description:

Be your own boss and invest in yourself when you buy an established printing business in Northern Minnesota. With over 33 years of loyal customers and great name recognition, this business is poised for the new owner to hit the ground running! Located in a small town with a rich history, this safe community boasts excellent schools, abundant pristine lakes and countryside, as well as woodland for those who want to escape the city and enjoy cabin life, boating, hiking, hunting and fishing!

Area businesses appreciate this print shop's ability to quickly apply graphic design expertise to develop logos and art for business and marketing materials, as well as create unique social event items, such as customized wedding invitations. The personalization, quick response and excellent service has generated loyal customer base. The prospecting efforts from the new owner will enhance the revenue growth, if desired. This Business is positioned for growth!

Business History:

Established in 1982, the company receives almost all new customers by referrals from the existing customer base, with no advertising. The current owner has operated profitably since 1989. This is a resilient business that has endured Covid and multiple recessions.

Competition:

They are the only print shop in town, located on a highly visible main street location, with easy access. Specializing in custom print work, they offer short turn arounds and work closely with clientele to provide sensibly priced, high value solutions to customers requests. The revenue base occurs without advertising and they provide free delivery within a 20 mile radius. The nearest competitor is 27 miles away.

Growth Potential: 

The new owner will be able to reinforce relationships with established customers as well as increase revenue by networking and expanding the account base, with  businesses, community members and and local organizations.  By creating an online presence they will gain added exposure to their customized graphic and print capabilities to the surrounding communities and beyond.

An enthusiastic and social new owner can take this business to a new level.

Facilities:

The Real Estate includes a 25x110 building that will support growth in production, equipment, employees or apply for other purposes. There is ample main street parking, and back alley access with a large garage door, ideal for shipping and receiving.

Operating Hours:

• Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm
• Closed for all Holidays.

Number Employees:

• 1 Full Time
• 1 Part Time

Owner Weekly Hours:

• 40