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

South Florida's business-for-sale market continues to offer compelling opportunities across every price tier — from sub-$50K entry deals to established professional practices approaching seven figures. Today's featured listings span Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties, covering advertising, agriculture, pet services, and accounting. What unites them: all four carry earnings multiples under 2.0x, meaning buyers can recoup their investment in under two years of normal operations.

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

This Miami-Dade County advertising agency is one of the most unusual value propositions currently listed on the Business Brokers of Florida MLS. Operating in the heart of South Florida's vibrant media and marketing ecosystem, the agency generates $36,000 in annual revenue and $29,400 in discretionary cash flow — meaning the business is nearly pure profit relative to its asking price.

The financials are striking: at $34,900 asking, the earnings multiple is just 1.2x. That means a buyer who pays full price and maintains current operations would recover the entire purchase price in roughly 14 months of cash flow. Annual revenue of $36,000 and cash flow of $29,400 suggest a lean, low-overhead operation — likely a boutique or freelance-style agency with established client relationships and minimal fixed costs.

For the right buyer — a marketing professional, a freelancer looking to formalize their practice, or a larger agency seeking a bolt-on acquisition — this deal is worth serious attention. Due diligence should focus on client contract transferability, the nature of recurring versus project-based revenue, and whether the current owner's relationships are the primary driver of business. At this price point, even a partial client retention scenario likely justifies the acquisition.

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

A Broward County plant leasing and maintenance business is quietly one of the most overlooked niches in South Florida's service economy. This operation provides interior and exterior plant leasing, installation, and ongoing maintenance services — a recurring-revenue model that serves commercial clients including offices, hotels, retail centers, and healthcare facilities throughout the Fort Lauderdale and greater Broward area.

The numbers tell a compelling story: $188,800 in annual revenue, $66,556 in discretionary cash flow, and an asking price of $100,000 — a 1.5x earnings multiple. The revenue-to-asking-price ratio is exceptional; the business generates nearly twice its asking price in annual sales. This kind of cash-on-cash return is rare in any market, let alone South Florida's competitive business-for-sale landscape.

The ideal buyer is an entrepreneur with a green thumb and a service mindset, or an existing landscaping or facilities management company looking to add a high-margin recurring revenue stream. Due diligence priorities: verify the client contract terms and renewal rates, assess equipment condition and vehicle assets included in the sale, and confirm whether the current owner's horticultural expertise is transferable through a training period. At $100,000, the risk-adjusted return profile is hard to beat.

Broward County Pet Grooming Salon: $170,000 Asking — 1.7x Cash Flow Multiple

The pet care industry in South Florida has proven remarkably recession-resistant, and this established Broward County pet grooming salon is a prime example of why buyers continue to target the sector. With a loyal, repeat-visit clientele and a proven track record of revenue generation, this salon represents a turnkey acquisition for an owner-operator or an investor looking to enter the booming pet services market.

Financially, the business is performing well: $156,034 in annual revenue and $98,740 in discretionary cash flow against a $170,000 asking price — a 1.7x earnings multiple. The cash flow margin (63% of revenue) is exceptional for a service business and reflects efficient operations, strong pricing power, and a loyal customer base that returns regularly for grooming appointments. The business is priced at just over one and a half years of its own earnings.

This is an ideal acquisition for a licensed groomer looking to own rather than rent their chair, or for an experienced small business operator who can manage staff and maintain client relationships. Key due diligence areas: staff retention (groomers often carry client loyalty), lease terms and renewal options, and the appointment booking system. Broward County's growing pet-owning population and the area's above-average household income make this a durable, demand-driven business.

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

For buyers seeking a premium professional services acquisition, this Palm Beach County CPA practice represents one of the most attractive accounting firm deals currently on the market in South Florida. Established accounting practices in Palm Beach County command premium valuations due to the area's high concentration of high-net-worth individuals, retirees, and business owners — all of whom require ongoing tax, audit, and advisory services year after year.

The financials are strong: $688,247 in annual revenue and $468,837 in discretionary cash flow at a $900,000 asking price — a 1.9x earnings multiple. For a CPA practice of this size and revenue profile, a sub-2.0x multiple is genuinely attractive; industry norms for accounting firm acquisitions typically range from 1.0x to 1.5x of annual revenue, and this deal falls squarely within that range while offering exceptional cash flow relative to the ask. A buyer who finances the acquisition at standard SBA terms could be cash-flow positive from day one.

The ideal acquirer is a licensed CPA or accounting firm principal looking to expand their practice through acquisition, or a private equity-backed roll-up platform targeting South Florida's professional services sector. Due diligence should focus on client concentration (what percentage of revenue comes from the top 10 clients), staff credentials and retention, and the seller's willingness to provide a meaningful transition period. Palm Beach County's affluent demographic base provides a durable, growing demand for high-quality accounting services.

The Bottom Line

Today's four featured listings — spanning Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties — demonstrate the breadth of opportunity in South Florida's current business-for-sale market. From a $34,900 advertising agency with a 1.2x multiple to a $900,000 CPA practice generating nearly half a million in annual cash flow, there are compelling deals at every price point for buyers who know where to look.

If any of these listings caught your attention, the next step is a confidential conversation with an experienced South Florida business broker. At Sun Biz Broker, we specialize in connecting qualified buyers with the right opportunities — and helping sellers achieve maximum value. Visit sunbizbroker.com or reach out directly to start your search today.