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NEW LISTING: Taos, NM Retail Store...
Unusual Greeting Cards, Gallery & Gifts
Popular upscale greeting card, gallery, chocolate and gift shop located around the premier shopping plaza in Taos, NM. The business specializes in unique greeting cards of their own design and from small card companies across North America and Europe. They offer unique gifts and original art work by local artists and from around the world, as well as hand-made chocolates from NM chocolatiers.
The business serves repeat regional clientele, as well as tourists visiting the Santa Fe and Taos art sc
ene from around the world. Since its inception in 2002, the business set out to establish its retail store as the premier boutique for cards, local artisan works, chocolate creations and regional gift items in Taos. The company differentiated itself from the competition by creating their own line of greeting cards and unique product mix. Their upscale and unique mix of products give the store the feel of a sophisticated boutique. The business' prime high traffic location, word of mouth and a stellar reputation, has enabled establishment of the store's brand. Growth potential exists in existing business model, as well expansion of pottery and art offerings and online sales.
LIve the Dream...in the Land of Enchantment!
Gross Sales: $155,000
Cash Flow: $52,000
Asking Price: $149,000
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"Green Tech" Solar and Roofing Company
- Be a Leader in the Green Revolution, Platform for Growth - Gross $1,800,000, Cash Flow $180,000, Asking Price $500,000This Company is uniquely positioned to capitalize on the expanding green technology market with a focus on energy savings. They are the only major Colorado installer of Building Integrated Photovoltaics, one of limited number of airsealing/insulation contractors who qualify for Xcel rebates, one of the most highly rated roofing crews, and differentiated by offering solar, airsealing/insulation, roofing and window services. Serving the Front range of Colorado, the company has expanded sales dramatically over the past two years. The time is right to jump into this on-trend opportunity. Unique Floral, Gift and Home Decor Retail Store
- Great Upscale Location, Repeat Customers - Gross $190,000, Cash Flow $20,000, Make OfferPopular upscale flower, gift basket/gifts and home decor shop located in an upscale retail shopping area of Denver. It has some of the city's most prestigious individuals and corporations as its clients. Since its inception in 2004, The business set out to establish its shop as the premier boutique for flower arrangements, gift baskets and gift/decor items in Denver. The company differentiated itself from the competition by using unusual flowers and offering sophisticated arrangements that were artistic and tasteful. Their upscale and unique gift offerings have established the feel of a sophisticated boutique. Word of mouth, participation in an exclusive wire service and a stellar reputation, has enabled them to establish their brand. Growth potential exists in existing business model, as well expansion of wedding and event business. Local Metal Fabrication Die Casting Manufacturer - Possible Business/RE Fold-in with Existing Machine Shop - Gross $250,000, Cash Flow $50,000, Asking Price $100,000The company is a Denver-based die caster, who manufactures zinc and aluminum components. Castings are small (less than 2 lbs.) and are typically produced in short run quantities of less than 1,000 per order. Customers are primarily local. In over 60 years of existence, the Company has built a strong local reputation for quality service. The Company operates from a wholly-owned production and warehouse facility which is available in addition to the purchase price. This is an opportunity for a synergistic acquirer to add additional capabilities; a strategic combination with a firm already in the die casting or a related machine shop industry; or, an individual to acquire a small family-run business with a 63+ year operating history.
Neighborhood Restaurant
- Great Opportunity for Chef/Operator, 2010 Sales up 4%- Gross $780,000, Cash Flow $100,000, Asking Price $300,000Established neighborhood restaurant/bar located in renovated historic building in NE metro Denver area. Cozy layout with seating for 60 +/-, open for dinner only, catering service that may be expanded. Excellent food, award-winning recognition, full liquor license in place. Opened in 1997, current concept of fine dining with a family atmosphere is a successful stand alone model or could potentially be replicated in multiple locations. Loyal customer base is comprised of urban professionals and families from the greater Denver metro area and from surrounding suburbs. Low rent, clean books, sales have held-up well through this economic cycle. Perfect opportunity for young or established Chef with energy to take over a successful restaurant and add their touch. Full-Service HVAC Contractor - Possible Fold-in with Existing HVAC or Related Business - Gross $1,800,000, Cash Flow $250,000, Asking Price $450,000 Full-service, very profitable HVAC Company with increasing year-over-year sales. The company serves the Colorado front-range area. With high regard for their professionalism and competitive prices, the company serves commercial, residential new construction and repair/service. The company is easily relocatable or merged with an existing HVAC or related business.
Financial Services Industry Training/Research Company - Extensive Growth and Expansion Opportunities - Gross $480,000, Cash Flow $300,000, Purchaser to Submit Offer/Terms This company was founded with the mission to assist financial institutions develop a sustainable competitive advantage through service quality delivery and sales effectiveness. The firm specializes in research, training and consulting solutions that improve bottom-line sales and service quality results. The firm's products include a proven and proprietary process for inculcating cultural change, service quality research via customer interviews, on-site mystery shopping and web-based surveys, a comprehensive library of basic and advanced sales, service and leadership training programs, training needs assessment process, leadership skills inventory and incentive compensation consulting. Founded in 1995, the firm has a 15 year track record of producing results for financial institutions throughout North America. Home Automation/Electronics Design & Installation Co. - Turn-Around Opportunity -- Owner Financing - Gross $1,500,000, Purchaser to Submit Offer/Terms The company is a globally recognized custom digital electronics and control / systems integrator firm specializing in high- performance commercial board rooms, media projection systems, media rooms, lighting/climate control, communications, security, environmental/energy management, pre-wire and automation control systems for both residential and commercial applications. With a 23-year history, in addition to its stability/longevity, the company's strengths are its extensive scope of services, highly trained/certified staff, extensive customer base, impressive design studio and reputation as a leading design/integrator.Contact Touchstone for more information or to discuss your business acquisition goals! |
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FRANCHISE RESALE OPPORTUNITIES
CURVES - the #1 Women's Fitness Franchise
- Four Franchise Resale Opportunities - Buy 1, 2, 3 or all 4
- Asking Prices Range from $29,000 to $99,000
- Owner Financing Available with Down Payment as low as $5,000
Turnkey opportunities to own the #1 Women's fitness franchise. Denver and Boulder territory locations, all within a high traffic, growing upscale surrounding communities. Facilities are efficiently designed, in excellent condition, has 12+ stations, all upgrades with Smart equipment and computers. Other assets include Go Figure club management system and all necessary computers, stereo system, furniture and equipment. Favorable leases may be assigned or renegotiated. All territories have potential to expand membership within existing facilities. Active owner management and increased advertising would boost memberships. which range from 200 to over 400.
MY MUSIC SKOOL - Where Music is Kool!
- Franchise Resale Opportunity - Castle Rock
- New Franchise Territories Also Available
This is a new Colorado-based premiere music school franchise opportunity that offers a students a program with an emphasis on learning the joy of music performance. Franchises offer instruction for all instruments including piano, drum, guitar, strings, brass, wind, vocal performance, and composition. In addition to private lessons, franchises also offer a range of group classes, birthday parties, music camps, recitals, workshops, instruments rentals and retail sales.
The franchise was founded to serve the growing need to replace music programs eliminated by public schools, offer parents & students more convenient schedules and reinforce that music is an integral component in a person's total development. Instructors set a high standard of teaching that enable students to enjoy and benefit from music study throughout his/her life.
My Music Skool franchisees are not required to be musicians. Training will be provided on all the skills needed for the operation of the school. Depending on qualifications of franchisees, investment level and regional requirements, a franchisee can consider three different models of My Music Skool. If you'd like to find out more about My Music Skool, contact Touchstone to receive more information and a qualification questionnaire. |
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Two New Reports of Small Business Optimism
Small-business owners continue to feel optimistic about the economy, according to two new economic reports. The Vectra Bank Colorado Small Business Index for Colorado, measured 113.2 in February, up from a revised 112.8 in January. The index measures business conditions from the viewpoint of the Colorado small business owner or manager. "Stronger employment gains reported for February, should they continue, will provide support for more impressive small business performance in Colorado and across the nation," Jeff Thredgold, corporate economist for Vectra Bank Colorado, said in a statement. "A return of much stronger U.S. job gains in coming months will bode well for Colorado's small business sector." The U.S. economy added 192,000 net new jobs during February, matching economists' consensus forecast. In addition, previously reported job gains during December and January were revised to show 58,000 more people at work. More than two-thirds of the industries measured by the U.S. Labor Department added jobs in February, the most widespread gain in 13 years, the Vectra report showed. A national Wells Fargo report released in March also reported improved optimism among small business owners. The Wells Fargo Small Business Index improved 16 points to bring the index back into positive territory for the first time since the first quarter of 2009. About 54 percent of the respondents reported that they expect an increase in revenues over the next 12 months. Two national trends the Vectra index noted should continue throughout 2011 and into 2012 are be the private sector adding more jobs and the government cutting jobs. The nation's private sector employers added 222,000 net new jobs during February, while state and local government employment fell by another 30,000 positions. State and local governments have now eliminated 377,000 jobs since peaking in September 2008, the Vectra report said, citing a New York Times article. Payments to state and local governments as part of the massive $850 trillion stimulus program of roughly two years ago are now gone, and the funds to maintain employment levels are nowhere to be found, the report said.
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