This accredited cosmetology and hair school in Connecticut has operated for over 25 years with minimal active owner involvement and virtually no paid advertising, relying entirely on word-of-mouth referrals to maintain consistent student enrollment. The school operates in a market with very limited direct competition, providing a structural barrier to entry that supports durable enrollment and pricing power. The combination of strong margins and low owner time requirements makes this an attractive acquisition for an investor or educator seeking a semi-passive institutional business.
An illustrative SBA 7(a) scenario based on the figures above. Model your own assumptions in the SBA loan calculator.
Illustrative only — not a financing offer. Assumes a 10% down payment and a 10-year SBA 7(a) loan at 10.5%. Actual terms vary by lender, deal structure, and buyer profile.
The DSCR shown is computed on raw cash flow — before the owner-salary, maintenance-capex, and rent adjustments SBA lenders apply when underwriting. Model the lender's view in the DSCR calculator.
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The asking price is $750,000. Exact terms and any seller financing are confirmed directly with the seller after you sign up.
This business reports approximately $255,853 in annual cash flow (SDE/EBITDA), implying a 2.9x multiple on the asking price.
It operates in the Connecticut area. The exact city is shown after you create a free Searcher OS account.
Many businesses in this price range qualify for SBA 7(a) financing, which can cover up to 90% of the purchase price over a 10-year term. See the financing snapshot above for an illustrative scenario.
