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Hesse

An established brand for high school graduation exam study guides with significant potential for growth

The company up for sale offers learning materials designed to provide targeted support during high school and for preparation for the Abitur. At the core of its offerings are concise study guides that clearly summarize all exam-relevant Abitur material in approximately 80 pages. The company was founded in 2016 by two medical students and an economist while they were still in school. It began with a biology study guide for about 60 students. Since then, the offering has been continuously expanded to include 12 subjects and serve approximately 5,000 students annually. The materials were developed in collaboration with teachers. In addition, a network of partner schools in Hesse has been established; these schools purchase the study guides annually and, in some cases, use them in class. Over the years, a regionally recognized brand has been built up that reaches a large number of students with very little marketing effort. In addition to the partner schools, distribution takes place through bookstores—particularly Thalia—as well as through the company’s own online store. The company achieved steady growth through 2023. Thanks to automation and efficient processes, revenue remained stable despite the founders’ limited time availability. Currently, two part-time employees handle day-to-day operations. The founders’ time commitment is less than five hours per week. The business model is fundamentally transferable to all German states and offers significant potential for scaling.

Revenue
110,000 €
Earnings
47,000 €
Employees
2
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Bavaria

Well-established and profitable small business specializing in electrical engineering and electrical installation

An established and profitable electrical contracting business based in the southeastern suburbs of Munich is for sale. The company specializes in high-quality electrical installations and renovations and enjoys an excellent reputation in the market. The order book is outstanding, and the company is already well-booked through 2027. The company has been operating very successfully in the market for many years and has established itself as a quality provider in the field of electrical installations. The focus is on sophisticated renovation projects, electrical installations, and modern building technology. The company covers a broad range of services—from electrical planning to final installation. Services include, among others: - Electrical design (2D/3D) - Indoor and outdoor lighting systems - Smart Home / KNX programming - Installation of PV systems and balcony power plants - Wiring of control cabinets - Design and installation of distribution panels and intercom systems - Electrical retrofits and service calls - Certified fire protection Ninety percent of our clients come from the industrial sector, the housing industry, and the public sector. We also have framework agreements with individual clients. The team consists of excellent and highly loyal employees (including master electricians, installers, and apprentices) and can be expanded to include additional installers on short notice.

Revenue
1,000,000 €
Earnings
No information
Employees
10
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