Construction
Upstate, NY
Financial summary
Comparable pricing
26% above marketComparable Construction businesses sell at a median of 2.9x SDE, based on several listings. This one asks 3.7x, about 26% above that median. At the comparable median it would price ~$4.1M.Methodology refines over time.Comparable Construction businesses sell around $4.1M vs this $5.2M ask.
Methodology refines over time.
SBA financeability
Businesses in construction & specialty trades are commonly SBA-financed. The figures below are the industry-category norm from SBA 7(a)/504 lending, a gauge of how financeable a deal like this tends to be.
Construction & Specialty Trades benchmarks
Typical SBA leverage
64%
Industry charge-off
1.8%
Common term
10 yr
Median loan
$148,000
Active lenders in this category: The Huntington National Bank, U.S. Bank, National Association, TD Bank, National Association.
Based on 45,914 SBA loans · source: SBA 7(a)/504 FOIA, as of 2026Q1 · industry-category level.
Detailed information
priced below 1.5x revenue and strong SDE.
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Business description
The range of services includes design, plot sourcing, development, subdivision planning and remodels. There are seven full-time W2 staff members including a General Manager, two Project Managers, a Project Coordinator, a Draftsman, a Controller, and an Administrative Assistant – all labor and construction is subcontracted out. The owner dedicates approximately 20 hours per week focusing on financial reviews, and providing general oversight of the team. Given the existing personnel, no immediate replacement for the owner is necessary, as current staff can absorb these roles. This firm specializes in providing high-quality home design with project management focused on high-net-worth residential buyers. The dedicated team works out of an 1,800 sq ft office in Upstate New York. They have clients within a 50-mile radius of Saratoga County. To facilitate a smooth transition, the seller is willing to provide training for a period of 1-2 years, plus carry 20% of the purchase price to show his vested interest in the continued success of the business post close. Priced at $5,200,000, a 10% down payment of $520,000 returns $742,041 in the first year after debt payments! Currently, this business does not engage in any marketing activities. Implementing a marketing strategy could significantly enhance visibility and attract more clients. Potential growth avenues include digital marketing campaigns, social media engagement, and community outreach programs aimed at showcasing completed projects.
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