Up-to 30% Seller-Financing Available | Flexible Lifestyle Ad Business: 20+ Years

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  • Primary Category: Magazine & Newspaper Businesses for Sale

Proven Model | Lifestyle Flexibility | Community Focus

Seize a turnkey opportunity to own a longstanding direct mail advertising business in a growing South Carolina metro area, with over two decades of proven success since 1998. This model specializes in premium coupon magazines that deliver targeted local deals to affluent households, driving revenue via ad sales to small businesses across sectors like dining, health, and home services. The location benefits from strong population growth (7.4% since 2020, outpacing state averages) within the Charlotte MSA and DMA (ranked 22nd in the US), fueled by retail and services expansion, making it an ideal thriving suburb for business appeal.

Enjoy the benefits of a streamlined, owner-operated setup with outsourced design and printing, allowing a flexible schedule of under 20 hours weekly amid seasonal demands. With robust community connections, 75% advertiser retention, full ad occupancy, and relationship-based renewals (no contracts required), it offers a stable, resilient platform that's easy to manage from home.

The acquisition encompasses key assets like trademark, client database, website, social media, and territories (four active, expandable to eight for circulation growth from 60,000 to over 120,000 households). Perfect for entrepreneurs valuing work-life balance, this venture provides steady income and expansion potential in a dynamic local market, backed by a 20-year history of success in the industry.

Financial Information

  • $209,000 Asking Price
  • $80,000 Cash Flow
  • $164,000 Gross Revenue
  • N/A Down Payment
  • Yes Financing
  • N/A Adjusted EBITDA

Business Location

  • City: Confidential
  • State: South Carolina

Financing Comments

  • Seller-financing available - Creative deals welcome.

Reason for Sale

  • Retirement - Spend more time with family (grandkids)

Detailed information

  • Year Established:
  • Home Based: Yes
  • Franchise: No
  • Relocatable: Yes
  • Lender Prequalified: No
  • SBA Prequalified: No
  • Full-Time Employees: 1
  • Part-Time Employees: N/A
  • Contractors: N/A
  • Owner Worked Hours/w: N/A
  • Inventory Included: No
  • Inventory Value: N/A
  • Monthly Rent: N/A
  • Real Estate Available: No
  • Real Estate Included: No
  • Real Estate Value: N/A
  • FF&E Included?: No

Training/Support

  • Four weeks of comprehensive training and transition (two weeks full-time followed by two weeks part-time) is included to ensure a smooth handover, covering ad sales, operations, vendor relationships, and growth strategies.

Facilities

  • Home-based and fully relocatable with minimal setup. (Home Based)

Market Outlook/Competition

  • In a fragmented market with transient coupon mailers and digital platforms, this business excels through: Superior print quality and ROI (up to 161% vs. digital's 112%), appealing to small businesses seeking tangible results. High engagement (90% open rates vs. email's 20-30%) without opt-ins, fostering trust and recall in integrated strategies. Local edge in SC: Demand for personalized, eco-friendly mailers in affluent zones outpaces generic competitors.
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Chris Perez
Sunbelt of Charleston
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