Custom Frame Shop – Artistically Inclined Buyer Wanted
Business Description
Location: Vermont
Asking Price: $330,000
Gross Revenue: $439,000
Cash Flow (SDE): $133,000
FF&E: Included
Inventory: Approx. $62,000 (Included)
Real Estate: Leased at $2,050/month
Business Description
For 40 years, this custom frame shop has been the go-to destination for fine picture framing in the heart of five vibrant Vermont communities. Perfectly positioned near a college art museum and serving both local residents and seasonal visitors, the business is trusted with high-value artwork, heirlooms, and family treasures.
This business is ideal for someone with an artistic eye—whether you’re a practicing artist, art teacher, or simply someone with a passion for design and aesthetics. The work requires an appreciation for tastefully pairing artwork and photographs with frames, passepartout, and interior settings.
The current owner has streamlined operations with modern equipment and processes, including automated passepartout cutting and specialty framing software, making the business easy to learn and operate. With one year of transition support offered, this is a smooth entry opportunity into a creative and community-focused profession.
Investment Highlights
Long-standing reputation: 40 years serving the community and visitors.
Strong customer base: Trusted by locals, seasonal visitors, and regional art institutions.
Streamlined operations: Reduced supplier base and automated tools simplify workflow.
Transition support: Owner willing to train and assist for one year.
Lifestyle opportunity: Operate in a beautiful Vermont community with ties to the art world.
Business Details
Established: 1985
Years in Business: 40
Employees: 1 Full-Time, 1 Part-Time
Payroll: Approx. $1,000/week
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 10am–5pm; Closed Sunday & Monday
Reason for Sale: Retirement
? Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a profitable, community-rooted, and artistically rewarding business in Vermont!
Asking Price: $330,000
Gross Revenue: $439,000
Cash Flow (SDE): $133,000
FF&E: Included
Inventory: Approx. $62,000 (Included)
Real Estate: Leased at $2,050/month
Business Description
For 40 years, this custom frame shop has been the go-to destination for fine picture framing in the heart of five vibrant Vermont communities. Perfectly positioned near a college art museum and serving both local residents and seasonal visitors, the business is trusted with high-value artwork, heirlooms, and family treasures.
This business is ideal for someone with an artistic eye—whether you’re a practicing artist, art teacher, or simply someone with a passion for design and aesthetics. The work requires an appreciation for tastefully pairing artwork and photographs with frames, passepartout, and interior settings.
The current owner has streamlined operations with modern equipment and processes, including automated passepartout cutting and specialty framing software, making the business easy to learn and operate. With one year of transition support offered, this is a smooth entry opportunity into a creative and community-focused profession.
Investment Highlights
Long-standing reputation: 40 years serving the community and visitors.
Strong customer base: Trusted by locals, seasonal visitors, and regional art institutions.
Streamlined operations: Reduced supplier base and automated tools simplify workflow.
Transition support: Owner willing to train and assist for one year.
Lifestyle opportunity: Operate in a beautiful Vermont community with ties to the art world.
Business Details
Established: 1985
Years in Business: 40
Employees: 1 Full-Time, 1 Part-Time
Payroll: Approx. $1,000/week
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 10am–5pm; Closed Sunday & Monday
Reason for Sale: Retirement
? Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a profitable, community-rooted, and artistically rewarding business in Vermont!
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 40
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retirement
- Transition Support
- Seller will help with transition
Listing Info
- ID
- 2417831
- Listing Views
- 8
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