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Asking Price:	$1,475,000 USD USA Dollars
Business for Sale Industry:	Wholesale/Distribution: Non-Durable
Reason for Selling:	Ready to retire.
Year Established:	2002
# of Employees:	22
Yearly Revenues:	$4,332,925
Yearly Cash Flow:	$97,028
Yearly EBITDA:	$97,028
Yearly Net Profit:	$33,602
Yearly Gross Income:	$4,332,925

Business for Sale Overview:

As an independent distributor of premier wine and spirits, in their first 5 years this business has already become respected in their market and is experiencing substantial growth. With an established and expanding customer base numbering greater than 600, a stable team of very experienced personnel in sales, and broad marketing and distribution plans in place, they are entering the expansion phase of their life-cycle. By pursuing manageable growth to achieve consistent results, this team has spent the early years building a solid foundation for further growth, and now offers some of the most experienced and reliable service in their market. Showing a significant increase in sales, this five-year old company will generate over $210,000 of cash benefit for the owner from more than $4.0M in sales in 2007, nearly five times the 2006 benefit. Specializing in offering wines of distinction from new and boutique wineries and wine makers, this distributor offers a more personal experience for business partners and customers throughout the supply chain. Operational focus emphasizes a commitment to excellent customer services and relationships, a broad selection of distinctive, high quality domestic and international supply sources, cost effective operations, and competitive pricing. This philosophy and approach creates a recipe for success and significant potential for further growth. With 125 different product lines, including nearly 500 different bottle selections, and climate-controlled storage and climate-controlled delivery, distinctive wineries and suppliers are regularly sending new products for evaluation. These new additions to the product portfolio, combined with a devotion to customer service and quality, create significant competitive advantages. This Wine & Spirits Import and Wholesale business has in a short period of time established a reputation for high quality products and exceptional service, and is characterized by a competitive spirit. They are clearly ready to move to the next level with a Buyer that shares that vision.

Property Features and Assets:

Real Estate: Lease; 12,200 Sq. Ft.; Office/Warehouse - Leased until 2010; Location:Suitability of location is excellent.

Market Competition and Expansion:

Expansion potential:Expand to reach further in the target area. Regional warehouses and delivery capabilities; Additional outside sales reps (with previous outside sales experience); wine knowledge; wine acquisitions. Customer partnership - mix of lower & higher margin opportunities. Competition / Market:There are only a few competitors in the trade area. Unique, exclusive product lines, sales reps, customer relations, flexible, responsive service, and community involvement make this business rise to the top with competition. As relative newcomer to the established industry, they hold the only warehouse in their trade area. Knowledgeable, passionate staff; high quality products, flexibility, customer service, and reasonable price for quality products are just a few of this business' strong points.

Additional Details:

• The property is leased.
• The owner is willing to train/assist the new owner.
• The owner is willing to work for the new owner.
• This is not a homebased business opportunity.
• This is not a franchise resale opportunity.
• This is not a distressed business or bankruptcy situation.