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Highly Profitable Lawn & Garden Center

This 35 year old company is very successful as a leading retailer of lawn & garden supplies, nursery items, pet food, and other bulk supplies. Because of its location, history, and wide array of products, the company enjoys a loyal and repeat following among residents, commercial businesses, local governments, education facilities, and other institutions.

The company has increased its revenue steadily for many years, and enjoys continued sales growth on a year-to-year basis despite the recent harsh economic conditions. For the first six months of 2009, it is ahead of its revenue pace from 2008. The company enjoys a good profit margin with respect to revenue and seller's discretionary cash flow.

The company has approximately 75 major accounts that provide 20% of the revenue. In 2008, the company had 56,812 customer transactions. The current 80 / 20 residential-to-commercial customer profile has proven to be profitable and sustaining for 35 years. The commercial customer potential is significant should a new owner wish to expand.

The company's excellent location and outstanding customer service provide it with a foundation for marketing and advertising. Company is very skilled at direct mail fliers; and, the primary supplier provides significant advertising co-op dollars in exchange for its role as primary distributor.

In addition to direct mail advertising, the owner has an encompassing and experienced view of what results in successful marketing for company. Company has tuned its marketing strategy to align it with the seasonal revenue and customer demand.

There are no retail stores bearing the same product supplier within 15 miles. Two competitive local retailers offer similar services and private dealer products however, the relative product costs at each are higher than at company.

Owner has been in the business for his entire adult life and has been the owner since JAN, 2000. After 25 years, owner is interested in pursuing a 2nd career.