CONFIDENTIAL SALE
FOR SALE
03/11/20
268597
GD120 / Rightbiz
Introduction:
The opportunity exists to acquire, by way of a share purchase, all of the issued capital in is this on-line plumbing supply merchants (“the Business”).
The Business sells a variety of construction plastics, including plastic pipes, fittings and parts, to clients ranging from private individuals who are interested in building their own homes or doing their own renovations, to large building contractors who incorporate these plastics into their projects. Since its establishment a little over a decade ago, the Business has built, on the one hand, a robust, highly reliable supply chain that includes some of the UK’s leading manufacturers of construction plastics and on the other hand, a substantial base of satisfied, loyal customers. These strong operations allowed the Business to open a tremendously successful website and online store in 2009 that has taken off, expanding the Business’s reach across the nation and helping it achieve nearly £3.5m turnover in the fiscal year ending February 2020.
The Business:
The Business is a “household” name in the construction sector in the Southeast and throughout the country. Behind the aforementioned website, is a long-standing physical location of 3,000 sq. ft. that includes a busy trade counter. The Business was founded in 2009 by the current owners. It has become one of the top sellers of construction plastics in the region and the country, and is now perfectly positioned for further expansion, including the option to move into the traditional builder’s merchant space.
Reasons for Sale:
The vendors have taken the business are far as they can and are seeking new challenges, although they are prepared to continue to work for the buyer if required.
Key Considerations:
Summary Results:
y/e £ 000s |
2020 |
2019 |
2018 |
Turnover |
3,447 |
3,066 |
0 |
Cost of Sales |
2,091 |
2,103 |
0 |
Gross Profit |
1,356 |
964 |
0 |
In 2019-20 the Adjusted EBITDA, after allowing for a replacement M-D, was c£516,000. The expected Adjusted EBITDA for the current financial year is c£616,000.
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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.
Be safe, use a Rightbiz Solicitor
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