Business Summary

Highly Profitable, 70 year old established distribution business in one of the best markets in the country. Centrally located in LA County, this company specializes in distributing new and used carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum products to a wide range of clients. Known for a large selection of available products and excellent customer service as well as getting the job done correctly. Clients include large commercial/industrial contractors, utility companies, other pipe or steel companies, etc. These products are used in a wide range of commercial applications including monument signs, casings, Utility companies, elevator shafts, plus many more. Other services including pipe cutting, drilling, buffing, priming, painting, welding and fabrication.
Long Term Employees (20 years+) in place including an in-house sales person who is primarily the first point of contact with customers. Excellent books and records and tax returns. Consistent year after year revenue and profitability. Last fiscal year’s (ending Sept 30, 2012) Gross Revenue $3M and Adjusted Net Profit of $462K are figures straight from the filed tax returns. The fiscal year that ended (Sept 30, 2013) had sales of $2.6M+ and Adjusted Net Profit of $350K+. The current fiscal year is off to a great start. Gross revenue from Oct 2013 – Feb 2014 is averaging $250K+/- per month which trending upwards from last year. The number of inquiries is also trending upwards as well as the average size of the orders. The customer base is diversified and there are no large customers over 7% of gross sales according to the seller. The owner has no formal marketing plan in place and the majority of sales are due to the reputation of the company. There are several growth opportunities that Seller will discuss to take advantage of the long-term, impeccable reputation this business has. The company operates out of a 2 acre+/- yard zoned for industrial use with office and other structures in a prime area. Seller will lease property at $10,000/mo which is below market. Rent is already factored into the cash flow – profits. SBA financing is available on the business depending on buyer’s qualification and industry experience or Seller will consider Seller Finance for a qualified buyer with 75% down. Price on the business includes all Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment plus $180K of inventory at cost. Seller will provide training at no cost.
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