Listing Details:

• Business Category:                          Clothing       
• Price:                                                     $159,000
• Seller Financing:                             $32,000
  
• Gross Revenue:                                $103,992
• SDE:                                                    $53,565
• Location:                                             Greater Twin Cities area
• Inventory:                                          $2,500
• FF&E:                                                   $34,566
• Reason for Sale:                              Retirement
  
• Support & Training:                        4 weeks 
  
• Non Compete:                                   25 Miles for 2 Years
  

Business Description

This business is a well-established custom apparel and printing operation providing a range of services, including digital printing, embroidery coordination, and branded merchandise solutions. The company serves a diverse mix of repeat customers such as local organizations, schools, teams, nonprofits, and small businesses. Operations are streamlined and designed for efficiency, allowing the business to handle both small custom orders and larger production runs with consistent turnaround times.

The business operates with a straightforward owner-operator model supported by modern equipment and proven workflows. A strong emphasis is placed on quality, reliability, and customer relationships, resulting in a loyal and diversified customer base with steady demand throughout the year.

Business funding options available to qualified buyers.

Business History

The business has a long operating history and has evolved alongside changes in the custom printing and promotional products industry. Over time, ownership invested in updated equipment and refined internal processes to improve efficiency, consistency, and production flexibility. These improvements have allowed the business to remain competitive while maintaining manageable staffing levels and operational simplicity.

Customer relationships have been built gradually through consistent service, word-of-mouth referrals, and repeat engagements rather than reliance on aggressive advertising. This measured growth approach has contributed to operational stability and a strong reputation within its market.

Growth Potential

There are several clear opportunities for growth under new ownership. Current operations are intentionally lean, leaving room to increase production capacity through additional staffing or expanded operating hours. Increased focus on digital marketing, outbound sales efforts, or online ordering could generate incremental revenue without significant capital investment.

Additional growth opportunities include expanding product offerings, increasing penetration with existing customer segments, and leveraging unused physical capacity for higher-volume orders. A new owner with sales or marketing experience could reasonably scale the business while maintaining its established foundation.

Competitive Analysis

The market for custom apparel and printing is competitive and includes a mix of small local operators and larger regional providers. This business differentiates itself through flexible production capabilities, efficient turnaround times, and the ability to handle both simple and complex print jobs without pricing volatility tied to design complexity.

Unlike many competitors that rely heavily on bulk-only screen printing models, this operation’s digital printing capabilities allow for competitive pricing across a wider range of order sizes and color variations. The business benefits from a diversified customer base, reducing reliance on any single client or industry segment and helping to mitigate market fluctuations.