5 South Florida Business Deals: CPA Practices, Ad Agencies & Plant Services Under $1.1M

South Florida's business-for-sale market continues to offer compelling opportunities across a wide range of industries and price points. Today's active listings from the Business Brokers of Florida MLS include five deals worth a close look — spanning Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties, with earnings multiples ranging from a rare 1.2x to a still-attractive 2.3x.

Miami-Dade Advertising Agency: $34,900 Asking — 1.2x Cash Flow Multiple

This Miami-Dade County advertising agency is one of the most eye-catching entry-level deals on the South Florida market today. The business is actively operating, generating $36,000 in annual revenue and $29,400 in discretionary cash flow — meaning the asking price of $34,900 represents just 1.2 times annual earnings. For a buyer willing to step in and run the operation, the investment could theoretically pay for itself in just over a year.

The financials here are unusually tight in the best possible way: revenue and cash flow are nearly identical, suggesting a lean, low-overhead operation. This is a service-based business with minimal inventory risk, and the Miami-Dade market provides a deep pool of potential clients across hospitality, retail, and professional services sectors.

The ideal buyer is a marketing professional, freelancer, or small agency owner looking to acquire an existing book of business rather than build from scratch. Due diligence should focus on client contract terms, revenue concentration (how many clients make up the bulk of billings), and whether the owner's relationships are transferable. At $34,900, the downside risk is exceptionally limited.

Broward County Plant Leasing & Maintenance Business: $100,000 Asking — 1.5x Multiple

A Broward County plant leasing and maintenance business is available for $100,000, with $188,800 in annual revenue and $66,556 in discretionary cash flow — a 1.5x earnings multiple. This is a recurring-revenue B2B service model: the business leases and maintains interior plants for commercial clients such as offices, hotels, and retail spaces throughout the Fort Lauderdale and greater Broward area.

The revenue-to-cash-flow ratio reflects healthy margins for a service business of this type, and the recurring nature of plant maintenance contracts provides predictable monthly income. The business likely operates with a small crew and a vehicle, keeping overhead manageable while serving a steady roster of commercial accounts.

This deal suits a hands-on owner-operator or a landscaping/horticulture professional looking to expand into the commercial interior market. Key due diligence items: review client contract lengths and renewal rates, assess equipment condition, and verify whether the current owner handles client relationships personally or through staff. At $100,000 with $66,556 in annual cash flow, payback is under two years.

Broward County CPA Practice: $275,000 Asking — 2.1x Cash Flow Multiple

An established Broward County CPA practice is listed at $275,000, with $132,890 in annual discretionary earnings on $148,125 in revenue. The 2.1x earnings multiple is well within the normal range for accounting practices, which typically trade between 1x and 3x cash flow depending on client mix, staff depth, and owner involvement. This practice's revenue-to-cash-flow ratio suggests a highly efficient operation with minimal overhead beyond professional staff costs.

CPA practices are among the most defensible small businesses in South Florida. Client retention rates in accounting are historically high — many clients stay with the same firm for a decade or more — and the recurring nature of tax preparation, bookkeeping, and advisory services creates predictable annual revenue. Broward County's growing population of small businesses and high-net-worth individuals provides a strong demand base.

The ideal acquirer is a licensed CPA or accounting firm looking to grow through acquisition rather than organic client development. A non-CPA buyer could also acquire the practice with a licensed CPA as a managing partner. Due diligence should focus on client concentration, the mix of tax vs. advisory vs. bookkeeping revenue, and the transition plan for client introductions. At $275,000, this is a mid-market professional services deal with strong fundamentals.

Palm Beach County CPA Practice: $900,000 Asking — 1.9x Cash Flow Multiple

A larger Palm Beach County CPA practice is available for $900,000, generating $468,837 in annual discretionary cash flow on $688,247 in revenue. The 1.9x earnings multiple is notably attractive for a practice of this size — larger accounting firms often command 2x to 3x multiples, making this a competitively priced opportunity in the premium tier. Palm Beach County's affluent client base and concentration of high-net-worth individuals and family offices makes this geography particularly valuable for a CPA practice.

With nearly half a million dollars in annual cash flow, this practice has the scale to support a full professional staff, multiple service lines, and a structured transition from the current owner. The revenue base of $688,247 suggests a well-established firm with a diversified client roster — not a one-person shop dependent on a single owner's relationships.

This deal targets experienced CPAs, regional accounting firms, or private equity-backed roll-up platforms looking to establish or expand a Palm Beach County presence. Due diligence priorities include staff retention plans, client contract structures, and the depth of the firm's advisory vs. compliance revenue mix. A practice generating this level of cash flow in Palm Beach County is a rare find at under $1M asking.

Miami-Dade Advertising Agency: $1,095,000 Asking — 2.3x Cash Flow Multiple

A full-scale Miami-Dade County advertising agency is listed at $1,095,000, with $474,381 in discretionary cash flow on $1,157,093 in annual revenue. The 2.3x earnings multiple reflects the agency's proven billing scale and established client relationships in one of the most competitive and lucrative advertising markets in the Southeast. Miami-Dade's diverse economy — spanning tourism, real estate, healthcare, and international trade — provides a broad client base for a full-service agency.

With over $1.1M in annual revenue, this is not a boutique operation — it's a business with real infrastructure, likely including account management staff, creative resources, and media buying capabilities. The cash flow margin of approximately 41% is strong for an agency of this size, indicating disciplined cost management alongside healthy billings.

The ideal buyer is a marketing executive, a strategic acquirer from the agency world, or a private equity group looking to build a South Florida media platform. Due diligence should examine client contract terms, revenue concentration by client, staff structure, and any proprietary technology or media relationships that drive the agency's competitive advantage. At $1,095,000 with $474,381 in annual earnings, this is a premium deal with institutional-quality cash flow.

The Bottom Line

Today's South Florida market offers a rare spread of deal quality across price tiers — from a $34,900 Miami-Dade advertising agency with a 1.2x multiple to a Palm Beach CPA practice generating nearly $470K in annual cash flow. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for an affordable entry point or an experienced operator ready to acquire a scaled professional services firm, the current BBF MLS listings include opportunities worth serious consideration.

Ready to explore any of these deals? Contact Sun Biz Broker for confidential buyer consultations, financial package reviews, and guided due diligence support. Visit sunbizbroker.com to browse current listings and connect with our South Florida business brokerage team.