FOR SALE
06/09/23
599039
HW1559 / Rightbiz
PARTY SUPPLIES RETAIL SUPERSTORE IN SOUTH HAMPSHIRE
TWO RETAIL UNITS COMBINED OFFERING 4,600 SQ FT
NEW LEASE AVAILABLE; OPTION TO BUY FREEHOLD
THEMED TABLEWARE & DECORATIONS
BALLOONS, BANNERS & COSTUMES
ARTS, CRAFTS & CAKE ACCESSORIES
ANNUAL REVENUES Y/E 30 APRIL 2022 £724,313
GROSS PROFITS c.£349,724 (48%)
LOCATION:
The business enjoys a prominent trading position on the High Street of a densely-populated suburb of a major south coast town with access to M3 & M27 motorway links.
This party supply Superstore trades alongside major National retailers like Iceland, Shoe Zone and Peacocks with the Main Post Office and Lloyds Bank close by.
BUSINESS:
Established by the vendor’s father 37 years ago, this profitable, family-owned and run party and hobby craft retail supply business is one of the largest of its kind in the United Kingdom. Operating within a 4,600 sq ft retail space on the High St of a major Hampshire coastal town, shoppers can choose from a huge selection of party supplies including tableware, balloons, fireworks, costumes, hats, sashes and banners and venue decorations. An on-site digital printing service is also available to personalise banners, sashes, venue posters and mugs. There is a dedicated range for baby showers. Hobby and crafts including knitting and haberdashery products, artificial or when in season, indoor and outdoor plants and Christmas trees. An online presence has recently been added and whilst sales are approximately just 5% of full year trade, there are encouraging signs of growth.
BUSINESS PREMISES:
(all sizes are approximate & should be considered 'nominal'.)
The business operates in what were two adjoining retail shops now combined to create a total of 433 sq m / 4,659 sq ft of retail space. According to the Valuation Office measurements for Business Rates purposes, the retail space totals 433 sq m / 4,659 sq ft divided as follows:
Ground floor retail zone a 69 sq m / 742 sq ft
Ground floor retail zone b 68 sq m / 732 sq ft
Ground floor retail zone c 71 sq m / 764 sq ft
Ground floor remaining retail zone 225 sq m / 2,421 sq ft
TENURE:
The vendors own the premises and will offer a new lease on favourable terms with an opening annual rent of £40,000. Alternatively, the freehold title is available with an asking price of £895,000 including the first floor accommodation.
PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION:
The property includes two self-contained flats above the retail premises: a 2-bedroom and a one-bedroom generating £1,200 and £900 monthly rent respectively.
BUSINESS RATES:
The rateable value of the business premises is £33,500 with rates of £8,803 payable in 2022/23. The domestic accommodation falls into Band A for council tax purposes. NOTE:
This information has been obtained either from the current rate demand for the property, by telephone from the local authority or by reference to the VOA website. The amount payable is the standard rate for the Rateable Value shown. In some circumstances this may vary, and therefore it is recommended that potential buyers make their own enquiries through the local authority to check the applicable rateable value and whether the rates payable will be the figure quoted above.
HOURS:
Monday to Saturday 09:00 to 17:30
Sunday Closed
Note:
Where items of equipment and appliances are mentioned, no warranty is given or implied as to their operational condition
TRADE:
Accounts inspected by Adams & Co show annual turnover for the year ended 30 April 2022 of £724,313 with gross profits of £349,724 (48%) and adjusted net profits of £182,150. Sales shown on VAT returns for the 12 months to 30 April 2023 show turnover of £675,372 for the year.
Top 20 products by sales value (£) Aug 2022 to July 2023:
1. Helium Balloons £174,909 | 11. Arts & Crafts 28,953 |
2. Solid Colour Party 67,352 | 12. Artificial Flowers 25,745 |
3.ThemedPartySupplies 62,958 | 13. Party Favours 21,937 |
4. Wool 56,462 | 14. Fireworks 20,598 |
5. Seasonal Plants 55,345 | 15. Birthday Supplies 19,703 |
6. Party Accessories 41,402 | 16. Haberdashery 16,612 |
7. Packaged Balloons 35,313 | 17. Toys & Games 12,672 |
8. Seasonal Party Supplies 33,885 | 18. Printing 11,416 |
9. Costumes 32,768 | 19. Cakes 9,698 |
10. Decorations 31,385 | 20. Baby Shower 9,456 |
Please note that if a business is VAT registered, all figures exclude VAT.
Note:
Where items of equipment and appliances are mentioned, no warranty is given or implied as to their operational condition
STAFF:
The husband and wife owners work full time in the business supported by their son who manages the website, online sales, social media and digital artwork. The family also have 6 employees working with them on a full time and a part time basis.
STOCK:
The vendor informs us that the value of the stock varies according to season but averages £90,000.
LEGAL FEES:
Vendors and Buyers each to meet their own legal costs, but if a lease is to be assigned from the vendor to the buyer they will also be expected to share the landlord’s legal costs on a 50/50 basis. If a buyer wishes to negotiate a ‘new’ lease, they will be responsible for all the landlord’s legal costs.
COMMENTS:
The vendors’ decision to retire and put their business up for sale has created an ideal opportunity for an existing Party, Hobby & Craft retail business to secure a meaningful presence on the South coast.
Financial information will be made available to seriously interested purchasers after they have formally viewed the business.
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Do not pay any deposit to private sellers upfront. If you are looking to purchase a business, we advise that any deposits or transactions made are through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Don't share confidential information with any private sellers, including your home address, account passwords, bank accounts and credit card information.
The vast majority of these scams involve the transfer of substantial sums of money. We advise all transactions made are through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Send a test amount before you consider handing over a large number of funds. Maybe even try transferring £1, and then speaking to your solicitor to confirm receipt.
Do not disclose proof of funds directly to the sellers. If the sellers request you to show proof of funds, we advise that it is done through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Buying a business is not covered by consumer rights legislation. It is your responsibility to acquire a business that holds up in quality and agreement.
Fraudsters will typically use false news in an attempt to get you to act quickly. For example, 'Your account has been disabled. Reset your password now.'.
Review the performance of a business to make appropriate financial projections. Some businesses are dormant or not trading, so it is essential to check their short and long-term potential.
Legitimate emails from Rightbiz will be with the domain @rightbiz.co.uk. However, emails from [email protected], [email protected] or [email protected] are not affiliated with Rightbiz.
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