4 South Florida Deals Under $1M: Ad Agency, Plant Leasing, Pet Grooming & CPA Practice

South Florida's business-for-sale market continues to offer buyers compelling value across every price tier. Today's featured deals span Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties — and every one of them carries an earnings multiple under 2.0x, a threshold that signals genuine buyer opportunity in any market.

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

This Miami-Dade County advertising agency is one of the most intriguing entry-level deals on the South Florida market right now. With an asking price of just $34,900 and annual revenue of $36,000, the business is essentially priced at one year's top-line sales — a rarity in any service sector.

The financials are the real story: discretionary cash flow of $29,400 against a $34,900 asking price produces a 1.2x earnings multiple. Annual revenue is $36,000. For a buyer willing to invest sweat equity and grow the client roster, this is an exceptionally low-cost entry into the advertising and marketing services space in one of Florida's most dynamic metro markets.

The ideal buyer is an experienced marketer, creative professional, or small agency operator 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 revenue), and whether key relationships are transferable to a new owner. At 1.2x, the risk-adjusted return profile is hard to beat.

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

This Broward County plant leasing and maintenance business offers something increasingly rare in South Florida: a service-based operation with recurring commercial revenue, priced well below its annual cash flow potential. The business serves commercial clients — offices, lobbies, retail spaces — with ongoing plant care and leasing contracts that generate predictable monthly income.

Asking price is $100,000. Annual revenue is $188,800, and discretionary cash flow is $66,556 — producing a 1.5x earnings multiple. The revenue-to-asking-price ratio is particularly attractive: the business generates nearly twice its asking price in annual sales, suggesting strong operational efficiency and a well-established client base.

This is an ideal acquisition for a hands-on owner-operator with a green thumb and a service mindset, or for an existing landscaping or facilities management company looking to add a complementary revenue stream. Key due diligence areas: client contract lengths and renewal rates, equipment condition, and whether the current owner's relationships are the primary driver of retention. At $100,000 with $66,556 in annual cash flow, a buyer could recoup the full purchase price in under 18 months.

Broward County Pet Grooming Business: $170,000 Asking — 1.7x Multiple

Pet grooming is one of South Florida's most resilient service categories — pet owners spend consistently regardless of economic conditions, and demand for professional grooming has grown steadily alongside the region's pet-owning population. This Broward County pet grooming business is a well-established operation with strong financials to match.

The asking price is $170,000. Annual revenue is $156,034, and discretionary cash flow is $98,740 — a 1.7x earnings multiple. Cash flow margins of over 63% are exceptional for a service business of this type, indicating lean operations, loyal repeat clientele, and minimal overhead drag.

The ideal buyer is an animal lover with customer service skills, or an existing pet services operator looking to expand their Broward County footprint. Due diligence should examine appointment volume and repeat client rates, staff retention (groomers are the core asset), and lease terms for the physical location. With nearly $99,000 in annual cash flow, a buyer financing the acquisition at standard SBA terms could be cash-flow positive from day one.

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

Professional services firms — particularly CPA practices — are among the most stable acquisition targets in South Florida. Client relationships in accounting tend to be long-term and sticky, with annual tax and advisory engagements that renew predictably year after year. This Palm Beach County CPA practice exemplifies that stability.

Asking price is $900,000. Annual revenue is $688,247, and discretionary cash flow is $468,837 — a 1.9x earnings multiple. The cash flow margin of 68% is exceptional even by professional services standards, reflecting a lean, well-run practice with strong pricing power and minimal overhead. Revenue of $688,247 against a $900,000 asking price means the business is priced at roughly 1.3x annual sales — a fair valuation for an established accounting firm.

The ideal buyer is a licensed CPA or accounting professional looking to acquire an existing practice rather than build one from scratch, or a larger regional firm seeking to expand its Palm Beach County presence. Due diligence priorities: client concentration (what percentage of revenue comes from the top 10 clients), staff credentials and retention, and the seller's transition plan. At 1.9x cash flow, this Palm Beach CPA practice offers institutional-quality returns at a mid-market price point.

The Bottom Line

Today's South Florida market is delivering real value for prepared buyers. Whether you're entering the market at $34,900 or deploying $900,000 into an established professional services firm, the deals profiled above share one thing: earnings multiples under 2.0x, which means your investment pays back faster and your margin for error is wider. These are the kinds of opportunities that don't stay available for long.

Ready to explore any of these listings — or find others that match your budget and industry? Contact Sun Biz Broker today for a confidential consultation. Our team specializes in South Florida business acquisitions across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. Visit sunbizbroker.com to get started.