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franchised high street printing operation

LISTING DETAILS
Firms For Sale ID:
12295
Vendor reference:
IY087
Vendor website:
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BUSINESS DETAILS
Location:
United Kingdom, Undisclosed,
Sector:
Services, Printing & Typesetting Services
Asking price:
£245,000  
Sales revenue:
£503,000
Net profit:
£104,000
Years established:
25
Trading hours:
Monday – Friday 9.00 – 6.00 There is currently no opening on Saturday or Sunday, this is from the choice of the owner, not due to any restrictions on the lease or local trading
Number of employees:
8

OTHER DETAILS
Reason for selling:
After many happy and successful years trading our owners now wish to retire and move on to other interests.
Support and training:
The current owners will provide all necessary training and all relevant contacts to allow continuity of trading; in addition the Franchisor offers full support and any help or training that may be required.
Business is relocatable:
No
Business is home-based:
No
PROPERTY DETAILS
Lease terms:
the business has a fully renewable 15 year lease expiring December 2012, with rent reviews every 5 years, with a current rental of £30,000 per annum, with rates payable of approximately £7,500 per annum.
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION
Franchised High Street Printing Operation Ref.IY087 Location Hertfordshire Asking Price £ 245,000 Having been established 25 years ago and under current ownership for the last 23 years, this business is in the top 25% of this well known, world wide, branded franchise operation. Highly profitable with modern premises and fully up to date equipment, the business offers an extremely lucrative but simple entry into the world of copying, printing, (both digital and litho) and graphic designing, ideal for a new owner already in the print business, an entrepreneur looking for a superb business opportunity, or for an existing business in this marketplace, who wish to grow by acquiring the right business. If any of the above categories fits, then this is a business that should definitely be at the top of the list to consider. Extremely good turnover with high gross and net profits, this has been achieved and maintained over many years by the dedication of the owners and staff to the commitment of service and reliability given to all customers. With a broad based customer database, numbering in the thousands, this business has a huge amount of repeat custom and word of mouth referrals, which, combined with the excellent location, means they are never short of work to keep all the knowledgeable and experienced staff busy. They are also one of the few printers who can offer in house large format colour for exhibitions etc, as well as having the capability of plan printing from emails etc. It is differences like this that set them apart from other printers and enables them to maintain their incredible world wide ranking in this top drawer global franchise business.

The owners understand that the business is recognised for its quality of product, brand and choice and has been able to establish itself and capture a significant market share in a highly competitive environment. More assertive marketing and brand investment, could acquire an even larger slice of the market to build this excellent business into an even bigger cash earner. This business is based in an affluent and highly desirable location and could certainly achieve increased sales and profits. The business would ideally suit an owner/manager who could build on this Company’s excellent reputation and relationships with both customers and suppliers. There are excellent opportunities to increase the levels of business. Since inception this business has performed to a high standard and has earned wide-recognition for the level of services provided for its clients. With more of the same it is considered that a new owner with fresh impetus and enthusiasm can capitalise on the incremental opportunities available.