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Posting: 278397 | Available | 7/27/23
For sale is an established award-winning $4.6M Allstate agency. It is located in the metropolitan area bordering the Hudson River. This turnkey agency is highly regarded in the community and consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth.
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$985,000
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Posting: 278680 | Available | 7/27/23
Established a 30-year-old turnkey agency located in Orlando, Florida. The area is primed for great growth opportunities. This $3.7M earned premium agency consistent with a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with the ability for growth in cross sales as well as life/financial services.
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$795,000
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$225,000
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Posting: 286541 | Available | 5/13/24
We're offering an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established Farmers Insurance agency, with a loyal customer base and a proven track record of success. This agency has a history of providing top-notch insurance solutions to individuals, families, and businesses.
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$399,000
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Posting: 286545 | Available | 5/13/24
Our client is offering a highly profitable, essentially online (hands-off) agency for sale. The Agency was founded in 2011. The Agency sells the following product(s): Commercial Lines, Property & Casualty. All carriers are via MGA's. There are no carrier-to-company contracts.
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$1,200,000
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Posting: 278700 | Available | 8/1/23
This is an awesome opportunity for the entrepreneur who wants to grow with the Enhance Commissions Agreement. This is one of the few agencies that have an ECP agreement. It has great potential to increase revenues. The owner is motivated to sell.
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$106,355
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Posting: 281035 | Available | 4/11/24
This is one of the best agencies in the SWFL area and located in one of the highest growth areas of the country Naples, FL This book of business is priced to sale and comprised of approximately $6 million in Preferred Auto/Property premium and approximately $6 million in Brokered Property premium.
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$4,100,000
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Posting: 278702 | Available | 8/1/23
This is a well-established, turnkey, 37-year legacy agency located in a convenient, desirable suburb of Philadelphia. It has a multigenerational customer base with excellent retention and loss ratios. Experienced, licensed staff are open to transition with the sale.
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$2,100,000
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Posting: 278684 | Available | 8/1/23
This established, turnkey, 15+ year Allstate Agency is located in the Bronx/Manhattan area of New York. This $4.5M earned premium agency consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales and life/financial services.
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$1,275,000
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Posting: 278631 | Available | 7/27/23
For sale is a well-established 23-year agency in beautiful Naples, FL; only minutes from the beach. It is well-managed with seasoned staff to transition to a new owner. It has almost $7 million in total premium that consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity.
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$1,994,000
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Posting: 280659 | Available | 5/11/23
The only Allstate in Haughton; this 27-year, well-established $3.3M agency is located 20 mins East of Shreveport. This turnkey agency is highly regarded in the community and consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales.
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$811,000
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Posting: 265861 | Available | 6/8/22
This is a California based company that fills a unique niche providing customizable and highly-vetted medical provider networks for Group Health and Workers Comp payers. Three partners formed the Company in 2011, and one wishes to retire. The partners are looking to sell part or all of the Co.
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$3,200,000
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Posting: 278697 | Available | 8/1/23
The office is located in a strip mall adjacent to a high-traffic major retailer (Walmart) on a very busy, major US Highway. It's one of the largest Allstate agencies in the state of Kentucky. This agency is almost entirely built on Property and Casualty insurance policies.
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$689,000
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Posting: 278688 | Available | 8/1/23
Motivated seller! This growing Farmers agency is located east of Atlanta, GA. The $1.5 million earned premium agency consists of a preferred auto and homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales and life/financial services. Good potential to increase revenue.
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$250,000
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Posting: 278675 | Available | 7/27/23
Well-Established Agency in desirable and prosperous Westchester County; has a very profitable Loss Ratio of 32% and a good Retention Ratio. The Agency consists primarily of preferred auto/homeowners with a great opportunity to grow in cross sales, as well as life and financial services.
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$285,000
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Posting: 283649 | Available | 11/1/23
For sale is a well-established pro-tier Allstate agency, with 4 years in the same location. It is located just off a main road in Columbia, SC; the book consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with excellent opportunities for growth in cross-sales as well as life/financial services.
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$297,000
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Posting: 278691 | Available | 8/1/23
This is an established agency located in Fairbanks, AK. The agency is located in a high-traffic commercial area just off Airport Way, the main thoroughfare of Fairbanks, Alaska. It is a well-maintained, impressive office with excellent signage and visibility. Rent and lease rates are negotiable.
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$1,299,000
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Posting: 278980 | Available | 7/27/23
Established a $1 million agency in beautiful Odenton, MD; just 20 minutes south of BWI airport and less than one hour away from D.C! The agency consists of a preferred auto and homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales as well as life/financial services.
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$241,000
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Posting: 278586 | Available | 7/26/23
At the wonderful village on the Erie Canal, 20 miles west of Rochester, home of SUNY State University of New York, there is a well-established agency located on the historic main street in Brockport. They have great customer loyalty with a preferred auto and home customer base.
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$1,220,000
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Posting: 278699 | Available | 8/1/23
This is a well-managed, turnkey Allstate agency located in the dynamic city of Winston-Salem, NC. This second-generation family-run agency has approximately $5 million in earned premium that consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross sales.
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$1,600,000
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Posting: 281712 | Available | 7/19/23
P&C & Benefits Los Angeles County, LA#120660. Independent Movable Agency/Book In Business For Over 20 Years. Focused On P&C & Benefits. 55% P&C 45% Benefits (Mostly Individual Health) Paperless.
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$2,250,000
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Posting: 278693 | Available | 8/1/23
This is a well-established Allstate agency located in majestic Asheville NC. This $3.867 million earned premium agency consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales and life/financial services. Excellent retention.
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$1,245,000
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Posting: 278634 | Available | 7/27/23
For sale is an established 35-year Allstate Agency in Beautiful Rock Hill, SC - near bustling Charlotte, NC. This $3.5M agency consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales as well as life/financial services.
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$799,000
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Posting: 280525 | Available | 6/27/23
For sale is a great opportunity to purchase a large agency in Fort Lauderdale. $4,800,000 of Allstate Premium the remaining is Brokered Property. They have an 86% retention rate and crossline sale potential. If you are an aggressive individual, this is the agency you are looking to purchase.
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$1,250,000
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Posting: 278698 | Available | 8/1/23
For sale is a prime location in the Austin, Texas Georgetown area. Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States with all of its growth. This 2.4 million earned premium agency is consistent with a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth.
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$595,000
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Posting: 282109 | Available | 8/10/23
Well-established Allstate agency, with almost 3 yrs in the same location. Located just off a main road in Marrietta, GA; the book consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales as well as life/financial services.
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$679,000
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Posting: 280995 | Available | 5/31/23
This well-managed turnkey Allstate agency is located in the Columbia area of South Carolina. This agency offering has approximately $5.1 Million in combined earned premium plus brokered, which consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth
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$995,000
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Posting: 279389 | Available | 7/27/23
Well-established $3.7M Elite Allstate agency with over 12 years in the same location. This is a turnkey agency in Historic Charleston, SC! The agency consists of a preferred auto and homeowner customer base with great retention and excellent opportunity for growth.
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$989,000
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Posting: 286498 | Available | 5/9/24
This agency is located in the Visalia area of California. It is one of the top Agencies in California Sales Offices. The staff has been with the agency for a number of years and they are well trained enough for the Seller to leave for long periods of time. Loss Ratio 51% Retention 89%.
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$1,750,000
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$91,624
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Posting: 283581 | Available | 5/22/24
For sale is this home-based cleaning business that's ready for its next owner. With an impressive 14-year track record, this cleaning business has built a stellar reputation in San Diego. Trust and credibility are already established, setting you up for success from day one.
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$170,000
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$154,470
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Posting: 285797 | Available | 3/22/24
In San Diego County, a premier fire protection contractor offering services that include project management, design, installation, fabrication and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems. Locally owned and operated for over two decades. A Class C-16 California License is required to operate.
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$598,500
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Posting: 286598 | Available | 5/16/24
This established auto service and repair shop was originally founded in 1980. The current owner acquired the business in 1987. It has solid year over year revenues with a cash flow of $235,071. This business is very well established in a great location!
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Posting: 285421 | Available | 5/9/24
For sale 8 bays mechanic shop with smog check and repairs. (Assets Sale) It is located in Escondido, CA. Rent is only $3,600 per month. The building size is about 4,700 SQ/FT. The lease is 11 years (asset sale). It has 8 bays and the asking price is $75,000.
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Posting: 263995 | Available | 6/17/22
This is an opportunity to own one of the largest collections of antique plumbing fixtures and parts in the United States - at a discounted price! The inventory ranges from beautiful, turn-of-the-century clawfoot tubs and rib-cage showers, to beautifully decorated China toilets and sinks!
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$349,000
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Posting: 285951 | Available | 4/2/24
SBA pre-approved for this profitable, owner-operated carpet cleaning franchise. A perfect opportunity for someone looking to go into business for themself. With targeted SEO, this business constantly has a full schedule. Three different territories are owned by this seller.
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$250,000
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Posting: 286599 | Available | 5/16/24
This auto repair business has been in operation for over 20 years with repeat clients. They handle all types of repairs for both domestic and foreign automobiles as well as Smog testing. They have lifts and most of the tools necessary for all types of repairs.
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$149,000
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Posting: 285401 | Available | 5/8/24
PRICE REDUCED - Swimming pool maintenance and repair business, specializing in servicing residential and commercial swimming pools, spas and water features. It is cost effective and customized for all types of swimming pools. It is licensed, bonded; the business adheres to State Health codes.
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$575,000
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Posting: 286059 | Available | 5/11/24
Services include plumbing for tenant improvement & new commercial construction projects, & re-piping, backflow testing & repair. Clients include commercial, office space, restaurants, manufacturing facilities, health & medical buildings, & many other across San Diego County.
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$795,000
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Posting: 284937 | Available | 1/31/24
An exceptional business opportunity presents itself with the offering of a well-established used car dealership coupled with a certified mechanic shop and repair services in the vibrant city of San Diego. Situated in an attractive locale. Annual sales are over $4 million.
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$700,000
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$251,360
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Posting: 286018 | Available | 4/6/24
This lucrative business offers a prime chance within the thriving Septic Industry by providing a wide array of services, from installation to repairs, system upgrades, and demolition work. Catering to diverse client needs, it ensures comprehensive solutions from start to finish.
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$549,000
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$272,023
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Posting: 282460 | Available | 1/22/24
Established over 20 years, this service and repair plumbing business generates over $1mm in sales with 85% customer retention. This business operates out of a 2,000 sq ft. building including a warehouse and is centrally located in East San Diego County.
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$599,000
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