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About the Company

Heritage Business Brokers specializes in confidential business sales for owners who are serious about results. With more than 500 lifetime listings marketed nationwide, we help sellers position their businesses for maximum value and navigate the sale process through a disciplined, execution-focused approach.

We represent businesses across a wide range of industries, from owner-operated companies to multi-unit and lower-middle-market transactions. Most engagements are structured on a non-exclusive basis, giving sellers flexibility while we invest heavily in confidential marketing, direct buyer outreach, and deal execution. We only get paid when we produce the buyer.

This is not a passive listing service. We position each business, generate buyer interest, verify NDAs and proof of funds, control access to sensitive financial information, negotiate offers, and coordinate the transaction through due diligence and closing.

Our nationwide network includes qualified buyers, experienced operators, investors, and acquisition groups across multiple industries. This reach helps create competition, produce stronger offers, and deliver cleaner closings.

Owners remain focused on running their businesses while we manage the sale. Our objective is simple: protect your confidentiality, control the process, and maximize your exit.

Broker Biography

Introduction

I’m Brian Bernstein, founder of Heritage Business Brokers and a BizBuySell Elite Broker. I’ve personally marketed more than 500 businesses nationwide, specializing in confidential sales for owners who want a controlled process and real results.

Before entering business brokerage, I built Dove Water, a New York office water cooler rental and service company, and later sold it in a multimillion-dollar acquisition to Culligan. Having been on both sides of the table, I understand what it takes to build a business, protect its value, and navigate a successful sale.

I work directly with every seller and manage the transaction from the initial conversation through closing. My approach is straightforward: position the business properly, control access to sensitive information, qualify buyers, maintain momentum, and get the deal completed.

My role is to protect the business, filter out unqualified inquiries, and bring serious, financially capable buyers to the table. Sellers work with me because I value discretion, communicate directly, move decisively, and know how to guide a transaction to the finish line.

If you are considering a sale, expect clarity, structure, and hands-on execution while you remain focused on operating your business.

Services Provided

Heritage Business Brokers provides comprehensive, confidential business-sale representation from initial valuation through closing.

Our services include business valuation and pricing strategy, confidential listing preparation, nationwide marketing, direct buyer outreach, NDA administration, proof-of-funds verification, buyer screening, financial-information control, offer negotiation, LOI coordination, due diligence support, and closing coordination.

We represent owner-operated businesses, multi-unit companies, and lower-middle-market transactions across a wide range of industries. Most engagements are structured on a non-exclusive basis, allowing sellers to retain flexibility while benefiting from professional marketing and active deal management.

This is not a passive listing service. We actively position each business, generate buyer interest, qualify prospects, manage communications, and keep the transaction moving from the first inquiry through closing.

Our goal is to protect confidentiality, minimize disruption to the business, create competitive buyer interest, and help the owner achieve the strongest practical outcome.

Areas Served

  • Middlesex County, MA
  • Mecklenburg County, NC
  • Wake County, NC
  • Kings County, NY
  • Nassau County, NY
  • New York County, NY
  • Queens County, NY
  • Suffolk County, NY
  • Dallas County, TX
  • Harris County, TX
  • Professional Affiliations

    Morgan Stanley National Sales Director Award Winner
    RainSoft Presidents Advisory Council
    Florida State University, BS Finance
    500+ Businesses Listed Nationwide

    Business For Sale Listings

    $5,000,000
    Cash Flow: $1,100,000 
    New York Co., NY 
    Premier Manhattan Dental Practice | 2,500+ Active Patients Exceptional Facility | $3.4M Revenue | 10–12% Annual Growth Trajectory

    Asking Price: $5,000,000Owner Benefit / Cash Flow: Approximately $1,100,000, consisting of approximately $350,000 in compensation attributable to the owner’s clinical production and approximately $750,000 in practice profitAdjusted EBITDA: Approximately $750,000 after accounting for replacement compensation for the owner’s clinical productionGross Revenue: $2.95 million in 2025; tracking toward approximately $3.4 million in 2026FF&E: More than $1 million in modern equipment and technology includedReal Estate: Not included; approximately 4,000 square feetEmployees: Associate dentists, hygienists and support staffEstablished: Well-established practice serving more than 2,500 active 

    $399,000
    Cash Flow: $120,500 
    South Carolina 
    Absentee Auto Repair Franchise | XL Multi Bay Facility | Strong SDE 100% Absentee Well Oiled Machine with long term manager in place.

    Rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing absentee-run auto repair franchise affiliated with a major national brand in South Carolina. Operating from an impressive approximately 8,000 sq ft multi-bay facility with approximately $150,000 in FF&E, this is far beyond the typical small owner-operated mechanic shop. The business is fully staffed with an experienced onsite manager, service advisor, and 4 mechanics already in place. The manager handles day-to-day operations, including staffing, hiring/firing, and commercial account development, allowing the seller to oversee the operation remotely from roughly 500 miles away without working in the shop or turning wrenches. In an industry where 

    $300,000
    Cash Flow: $110,000 
    Suffolk Co., MA 
    SBA Home-Based Fitness Business — $110K SDE, 90% Recurring/Repeat Rev Recurring B2B Revenue, 100+ Accounts, Run From a Home Office

    Home-based B2B fitness business with recurring revenue, a network of vetted 1099 independent contractor instructors, proprietary programming, and approximately $110,000 in seller-represented normalized SDE.SELLER OPEN TO SBA FINANCINGThe business operates remotely across 12 states with 100+ customer accounts, 150+ vetted/onboarded 1099 instructors, and over 240 recurring classes per month. The owner does not personally teach classes. Operations are handled from a home office with no lease, no inventory, and minimal equipment requirements.Seller represents approximately 90% recurring/repeat revenue. Revenue is sticky and diversified, supported by regularly scheduled weekly and monthly 

    $599,000
    Cash Flow: $165,000 
    Suffolk Co., NY 
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    High-Margin Long Island Luxury Restroom Trailer Rental Business

    Upscale Long Island Restroom Trailer Rental BusinessThis is a highly profitable, owner-operated restroom trailer rental business serving an affluent Long Island customer base with premium, high-end equipment. The owner works only 10–30 hours per week, mostly on weekends, while maintaining a full-time job.The company is only three years old, is growing revenue 50% year over year, and has more demand than the current owner can handle. He is currently turning down significant business because he does not have the time or capacity to take it on.A major part of the upside is already in place. The business added 2 large restroom trailers in June 2026 for approximately $150,000, and those units are not yet fully reflected in the stated annual financials.The business generates approximately $200,000 in annual revenue and $165,000 in owner cash flow after expenses. 

    $200,000
    Cash Flow: $160,000 
    Suffolk Co., NY 
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    Established Long Island Cesspool & Drainage Business – Retirement Sale

    AI proof, recession resistant, essential home service with consistent demand and limited competition. This is the kind of work most people do not want to do, but homeowners cannot ignore. For an operator willing to get their hands dirty, the market can pay a premium.Retiring owner says $500,000+ in high margin annual revenue is achievable for a hard working operator and is willing to provide seller financing to help support the new owner’s success.Asking price: $200,000Seller financing: Seller is willing to hold a note with 150k downRevenue: $200,000Owner benefit: $160,000Owner works part time. No employees.Approximately $70,000 in equipment included.The current owner works part time and the phone keeps ringing with $500-$15,000 jobs.He does no advertising. He has no CRM. Years of customers have never been systematically followed up with. Yet the seller 

    $519,000
    Cash Flow: $242,261 
    Kings Co., NY 
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    GOLDMINE! Mission Foods Route, Brooklyn – $242K SDE, Just 45 Hrs/Week

    Owner Operated Mission Foods Route. Bay Ridge to Coney Island, Brooklyn NY. Seller Relocating to Florida.Gross Revenue: $1,266,224Cash Flow (SDE): $242,261 (Enough cash flow to pay a driver)51 Brooklyn stops: Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Bensonhurst, Gravesend, Coney Island. Two pickups a week in Queens. 45 hours a week.$24,350 a week in product sales. $1,266,224 a year. BJ's Wholesale Club, Target, Food Bazaar, Food Town, Food Universe, Fort Hamilton Army base, plus a full bench of Key Food and independent grocers reordering every week. Real accounts, real volume, verified.22% commission. $278,569 gross a year. After stales (500/wk), fuel and insurance, the owner clears $242,261 a year. $4,659 a week Four years of Mission Foods records back every number. No estimates.Truck included. 2016 17ft box truck, 69,000 miles, free and clear. No lien. No lease. Two handhelds included.The route is growing! More big box stores and 

    $895,000
    Cash Flow: $315,425 
    Middlesex Co., MA 
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    SBA High-Margin Cleaning Business $718,200 Revenue | $315,425 SDE

    Highly profitable interior / exterior cleaning business generating $718,200 in 2025 revenue with $315,425 in SDE. Proven growth from ~$589,000 in 2023 to ~$641,000 in 2024, with continued upward momentum. Revenue is driven primarily by window cleaning (~70%), with the balance from gutter cleaning and power washing.The business serves a predominantly residential base (~85%) with 80%+ repeat clientele, supported by a dominant local presence and a strong online reputation with consistent five-star reviews. Operations are lean, scalable, and efficient, utilizing a 1099 contractor model (5 full-time, 10 part-time) with labor tied directly to revenue, resulting in strong margins and minimal overhead. No rent expense. The business can be operated remotely through centralized scheduling from a phone and laptop.Includes approximately $40,000 in equipment and 

    $340,000
    Cash Flow: $108,000 
    Richmond Co., NY 
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    Burger Franchise | $800K Revenue | Booming Location

    Semi-Absentee Burger Franchise in Booming LocationOne Year Old | $800K Revenue | Turnkey BuildoutAsking Price: $340,000Gross Revenue: Approx. $800,000Owner Cash Flow: Approx. $108,000Rent: $5,335/month all-inSize: Approx. 2,000 sq ftSeating: 30Ownership: Semi-absenteeEstablished: 1 year agoRare chance to acquire a burger franchise that did roughly $800,000 in revenue in its first year. The restaurant sits in a high-traffic area near four schools and has earned hundreds of five-star reviews. Sales are still climbing as the location matures.$108K cash flow is AFTER paying the current general manager's pay of $17/hour at roughly 76 hours per week. This GM is not staying after the sale. An owner-operator can step into that role and keep the salary, significantly increasing personal earnings.Day to day, the restaurant runs on two managers. The GM and a kitchen manager. The experienced kitchen manager is staying, along with the 

    $775,000
    Cash Flow: $224,000 
    North Carolina 
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    Established NC Party Tent & Event Rental Co | $500K Fleet | $246K SDE

    NEW TO MARKET: BOOMING NC PARTY AND TENT RENTAL BUSINESSRaleigh–Greenville–Rocky MountRare opportunity to acquire a long-established party, tent, event, and other equipment rental company serving the booming Raleigh–Greenville–Rocky Mount region of North Carolina.Established legacy company has built a strong regional reputation, diversified customer base, experienced team, established systems, and substantial inventory of valuable rental equipment and vehicles.A buyer is stepping into a fully operational business with meaningful cash flow, repeat customers, longstanding relationships, and more than $500,000 in estimated equipment and vehicle resale value.Strong Financial History2023 Revenue: $797,9942023 SDE: Approximately $346,0002024 Revenue: $675,2922024 SDE: Approximately $268,0002025 Revenue: $620,1322025 SDE: Approximately $224,000SDE represents the approximate total benefit available to one owner-operator, subject to 

    $45,000
    Cash Flow: $51,000 
    Albany Co., NY 
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    Established Owner Operated Air Duct Business | $51K SDE

    ESTABLISHED AIR DUCT & DRYER VENT CLEANING BUSINESS | EXCLUSIVE TERRITORY | 100+ FIVE STAR REVIEWSHad recently booked a $4200+ / week. Verifiable proof.Acquire a turnkey air duct and dryer vent cleaning business serving New York's Capital Region. Backed by a protected franchise territory, over 100 five-star reviews, approximately 400 customers in its CRM, and established lead generation systems, this business offers an excellent platform for growth.The company generated $112,241 in revenue during its first full year of operation while producing approximately $51K in Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) after current franchise fees. 2026 performance remains strong, providing a buyer with immediate cash flow and a proven operating model.The business specializes in air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, vent rerouting, maintenance services, and indoor air quality solutions. Operations are home-based with minimal overhead, 

    $50,000
    Cash Flow: $20,000 
    McPherson Co., KS 
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    Profitable Kansas Vending Route – 10 Machines | 6 Locations | Turnkey

    Rare opportunity to acquire a highly efficient, cash-flowing vending route in McPherson, Kansas. This business includes 10 modern snack and beverage vending machines placed across 6 established locations, all located within approximately 5 minutes of each other. The entire route can typically be serviced in about 2-3 hours per week, making it an ideal owner-operator or semi-passive business.The route serves a diverse customer base that includes industrial, healthcare, rehabilitation, assisted living, and municipal facilities. These are stable, recession-resistant locations with consistent demand for snacks and beverages.The current owner purchased the route in late 2025 and operates it from Arkansas. Due to the 5.5 hour drive, the owner has decided to sell. The business itself remains healthy and profitable.Financial performance is based on verified machine-level data from the vending management system. Annualized 2026 results 

    $1,500,000
    Cash Flow: $250,000 
    Ohio 
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    Central Ohio Porta Potty Rental Business | 327 Units | $500K Equipment

    Rare opportunity to acquire an established Central Ohio portable restroom rental company featuring approximately 327 portable toilets, portable restroom trailers, a specialized fleet of service vehicles and transport trailers, and an estimated $450,000-$500,000 in equipment included in the sale.The business generates approximately $400,000 in annual revenue and provides approximately $250,000 in owner earnings for an owner-operator after paying its full-time employee.Approximately 90% of revenue is derived from recurring commercial customers, with many accounts having remained active for years. Some units have been continuously rented at the same locations for over a decade.Unlike many service businesses where value is largely tied to goodwill, this opportunity is supported by a substantial fleet of income-producing assets and operates with relatively low 

    $1,000,000
    Cash Flow: $253,814 
    Oswego Co., NY 
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    Established Central NY Plumbing Company | $1.065M Revenue | $254K SDE

    20+ Year Established Plumbing & Drain Service Company generating over $1.065M annual revenue with 10 full-time employees, strong repeat customer base, diversified residential/commercial revenue streams, and approximately $430K in furniture, fixtures, equipment, vehicles, and inventory included in the sale. Well-known operation serving Central New York with revenue generated from residential plumbing service, drain cleaning, excavation, water heater installations, contractor relationships, commercial maintenance accounts, and recurring repeat clientele throughout the region. Approximately $350K annually comes from a long-standing third-party installation relationship connected to two nationally recognized home improvement retailers. Fleet includes 2019 service van, 2021 and 2022 box trucks, 2023 service vehicle, 2012 dump/plow truck, dump trailers, extensive 

    $200,000
    Cash Flow: $80,000 
    Nassau Co., NY 
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    Established Recurring Sprinkler Service | 788 Clients | Retiring Owner

    Established Long Island Sprinkler Service Business | 788 Customers | $173.6K Gross Profit | Vehicles IncludedRare opportunity to acquire a long-established Long Island sprinkler service business with more than 30 years of operating history, a strong local reputation, and a large recurring customer base.The business generates approximately $250,998 in annual revenue and $173,599.in gross profit before operating expenses, owner compensation, and discretionary expenses.The company services approximately 788 customers, creating a predictable, route-based operation with consistent seasonal demand.The customer base includes:Approximately 521 customers enrolled in prepaid seasonal service agreementsApproximately $133,199 collected from those recurring agreementsApproximately 267 additional recurring customers who are billed separately for turn-ons, winterizations, repairs, backflow testing, mid-season service, and other workThe 

    $399,000
    Cash Flow: $480,000 
    Mercer Co., NJ 
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    Niche Taxi Company | $1.23M Rev | $480K SDE | 2,000+ Repeat Customers

    Transportation company generating approximately $1.23M in annual revenue, serving a loyal base of 2,000+ repeat customers across tightly concentrated Latino and Indian communities. The business operates a 24/7 dispatch-driven model with independent contractor drivers, retaining approximately 70% of fare revenue while maintaining a lean, highly scalable cost structure.Infrastructure includes an 8-vehicle fleet (primarily 2019-2023 Toyota Camry and Prius hybrids, approximately $60,000 in value) and a facility with capacity for up to 50 vehicles, providing significant room for expansion without meaningful additional overhead.Operations are streamlined through centralized dispatch with strong organic demand driven by referrals and social media. The business is supported by 8 experienced drivers, including bilingual personnel who are expected to remain following 

    $825,000
    Cash Flow: $255,000 
    New York 
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    Established HVAC Service & Duct Shop | $1.14M | $255K SDE | 80% B2B

    Long Island HVAC service and duct shop with sheet metal capabilities, 30+ years in the market generating $1.14M+ in revenue and $255K in true owner cash flow, 50 B2B Service contracts, with 80% repeat business and $600K+ in recurring annual service, repair, and replacement work; clean financials, owner oversees the operation and will remain for one year post close, supported by a team of 7, includes 5 service vehicles and approximately $275K in equipment and assets, operating out of a 4,000 sq ft facility with a long term lease available at $5,000 per month in a family owned building; strong demand, limited competition, and clear paths to scale through adding techs and expanding contracts; retiring owner wants a buyer who will appreciate the business and take care of the employees and customers; highly scalable with real upside for the next operator; cash 

    $360,000
    Cash Flow: $180,000 
    Cayce, SC 
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    Auto Shop Doing $850K/Yr, $180K to Owner | SBA Ready

    High-Cash-Flow Auto Repair Shop | $180K SDE | SBA Pre-Qualified, ~10% Down | Scalable to $1M+Established, highly profitable independent shop in the greater Columbia, SC market with a dominant local reputation, consistent 5-star feedback, and strong repeat clientele driving steady inbound demand. Generating approximately $850K in revenue with $180K in Seller's Discretionary Earnings — and 2026 is pacing ahead of last year through five months of actuals, with prior performance supporting $1M+ in revenue.Here's what sets this listing apart: the financing groundwork is already done. The business has been through SBA underwriting and is pre-qualified with a national SBA lender. A qualified buyer can acquire it with approximately 10% down (~$36K), draw a salary from day one, and service the loan comfortably from existing cash flow. Most listings ask buyers to take the numbers on faith — these financials have already been examined by 

    $4,250,000
    Cash Flow: $900,000 
    New York 
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    $900k Recurring Rev Pool Platform | $6.5m Sales | Upscale NY Market

    Established New York–based pool service, construction, and retail company, generating $5M–$7M in annual revenue with approximately $900K in true owner benefit (SDE), supported by a 30+ employee team across service, construction, and operations. The business is anchored by ~$1M in recurring pool service revenue (maintenance, openings/closings, repairs) with long-tenured customers and strong retention, with the balance driven by construction and retail, creating a diversified and durable revenue base.Operates from multiple locations with combined occupancy of ~$13K/month, and includes ~$550K+ in vehicles/equipment and ~$300K+ in inventory (separate). Infrastructure is in place to support scale beyond the owner, with significant upside through continued expansion of service contracts, route density, and additional locations. Rare platform opportunity in a 

    $150,000
    Cash Flow: $55,000 
    Nassau Co., NY 
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    Profitable Long Island Tent & Party Rental Business – Affluent Market

    Established Long Island tent and party rental business serving affluent communities with strong local demand and repeat customers. The company generates approximately $55K in owner benefit while being operated by the owner largely as a hobby alongside a full-time job, taking on only select events and using part-time help when needed. The business is therefore not even scratching the surface of the opportunity in this market. Approximately $45K in tents, tables, chairs, heaters, generators, and related event equipment is included, allowing a buyer to step in and service events immediately. Overhead is extremely low with equipment stored in inexpensive drive-up storage units, and the business currently relies primarily on word-of-mouth referrals and a minimal online presence. A motivated owner who actively markets the business, expands inventory, and pursues 

    $425,000
    Cash Flow: $138,925 
    Norfolk Co., MA 
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    Premier Boston Party Rental | $300K Rev | $350K Equip

    Premier Greater Boston Party Rental Company offered at $425,000, featuring 50+ inflatables and bounce houses, approximately $350,000 in owned equipment, and five operational vehicles. The business generates roughly $300,000 in annual revenue across 1,500+ rentals per year, serving private parties, public schools, professional sports organizations, and major regional events. Rental pricing typically ranges from approximately $100 to $1,000+ depending on size, configuration, and bundled packages. The operation runs primarily on a high-volume nine-month seasonal cycle, producing concentrated peak-season cash flow while allowing flexibility during slower winter months. Infrastructure includes a warehouse and showroom facility, concession equipment including popcorn, cotton candy, and ice cream units, along with tables, chairs, linens, and games, with capacity to 

    $90,000
    Cash Flow: $70,000 
    Fairfield Co., CT 
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    $80K+/Month Turnkey Diner! 120 Seats • Fully Staffed • Must See

    High-volume, fully staffed 120-seat diner generating more than $80,000 per month in revenue. With 10 long-tenured employees already in place, this is a rare turnkey opportunity offering immediate cash flow and operational stability from Day One.The business is well suited for an experienced, hands-on diner operator or restaurant group. The current owner remains onsite daily, so this should not be considered an absentee opportunity.Significant growth potential exists through:Extending operating hoursAdding beer and wineExpanding catering and deliveryImproving purchasing, labor, and food-cost controlsTightening overall operating marginsThe lease is a major advantage, with rent of only $7,200 per month and approximately 25 years remaining. These terms provide exceptional long-term control of the location and are rarely available for a business in this price 

    $125,000
    Cash Flow: $272,360 
    Suffolk Co., NY 
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    $290K+ SDE Excavation, Land Grading & Lawn Drainage Business

    100% OWNER-OPERATED EXCAVATION, LAND GRADING, LAWN DRAINAGE & SNOW REMOVAL BUSINESS$290,000++ SDE | Long Island, NYRare opportunity to acquire a highly visible, owner-operated excavation, land grading, lawn drainage, site work, land clearing, and snow removal business built over more than 30 years by a respected industry veteran.The owner is relocating to the Carolinas to focus on excavation projects full-time and is offering the Long Island platform he has spent decades building. This is not simply the purchase of a business—it is the acquisition of a dominant online presence, powerful search rankings, and a reputation that would take years to replicate.The company operates on a project-based model with no contracts, subscriptions, recurring revenue, or customer agreements. Revenue is generated from excavation, land grading, lawn drainage, site preparation, 

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