The Deal Sheet
2026-06-25
The Small Business Acquisition Newsletter
The Small Business Acquisition Newsletter
Weekly Deal Roundup
3 Deals We're Watching
Week of Week of June 25, 2026
01 — Deal of the Week
The Standout Listing
Growing Home Maintenance Plumbing Company Available ↗
Saint Louis, MO
$1,868,283
Revenue
$336,291
Cash Flow
$269,500
Asking Price
This Saint Louis plumbing operation is the definition of undervalued—$1.87M in revenue generating $336K in cash flow, yet priced at just $269,500. That's a jaw-dropping 0.14x revenue multiple and barely 0.8x cash flow, meaning you'd theoretically recoup your investment in under 10 months. With 8 full-time employees and a 24-year track record since 2001, the infrastructure is proven and the customer base is loyal. This isn't a turnaround play—it's a cash machine being sold at fire-sale pricing, likely due to owner circumstances rather than business fundamentals.
Verdict: Exceptional value play with immediate cash flow returns
Verdict: Exceptional value play with immediate cash flow returns
◉ DEAL OF THE WEEK
02 — Also Worth Watching
Runner-Up Deals
Well Established, Local Pest Control Company ↗
East Weymouth, MA
$825,000
Revenue
$200,000
Cash Flow
$750,000
Asking Price
Our take: Tick and mosquito control franchise hitting 10% YoY growth with 85% customer retention and $200K cash flow on $825K revenue—that's a 24% margin in a recurring revenue model. At 3.75x cash flow, you're buying predictable earnings in a seasonal business with room to expand service lines.
Verdict: Solid recurring revenue with premium retention metrics
Verdict: Solid recurring revenue with premium retention metrics
Price Reduction Well-Established HVAC Business for Sale ↗
Fort Myers, FL
$2,263,567
Revenue
$432,882
Cash Flow
$1,600,000
Asking Price
Our take: Fort Myers HVAC operation generating $2.26M revenue with 19% cash flow margins ($432K) in one of Florida's hottest growth markets. The 'price reduction' signals motivated seller, and at 3.7x earnings, you're getting scale and recurring maintenance contracts in a market where AC isn't optional.
Verdict: Geographic tailwinds meet strong unit economics
Verdict: Geographic tailwinds meet strong unit economics
03 — Market Pulse
What We're Tracking
- • Home services valuations are compressing—multiple deals under 1x revenue suggest sellers are prioritizing speed over maximizing multiples, creating buyer opportunities
- • Recurring revenue models (pest control, HVAC maintenance) continue commanding premium multiples, but even these are trading below historical averages of 4-5x cash flow
- • Florida and Texas markets dominate listings, reflecting both population growth and increased seller activity as baby boomer owners exit
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