LEASEHOLD BUTCHERS AND FROZEN FISH STORE IN CARDIFF
Price:
Leasehold - £39,950
Location:
Wales, East Canton, Cardiff
Business Type:
Retail businesses
Business Details
The particular highlights of the business are:
- A well established business.
- Good loyal clientele.
- Fully equipped business with favorable lease terms (see below).
- Turnover in excess of £400,000 with a net profit of £18,200 (see financial summary below).
- A business with great potential which has not been exploited because the owner has other business interests.
- An easily run operation.
- Good loyal well trained staff.
- A good first time buyers business.
- Low rent and rates.
- Very low overheads.
- A niche concern with very little competition.
- Business enjoys superb local reputation.
- The concern provides halal meat, an impressive range of frozen fish, herbs, spices, small range of fresh groceries, soft drinks and mobile top-up.
History
Phoenix Business Transfer Agents are delighted to place onto the market this Leasehold Butchers and Frozen Fish Store which has been established since 2008. The business has been in the hands of the current owner since 2010 and he now wishes to sell due to other business commitments.
Services
This very good business opportunity provides halal meat, an impressive range of frozen fish, herbs, spices, small range of fresh groceries, soft drinks and mobile top-up.
Staffing
The concern employs 2 full-time and one part-time members of staff.
Owners Role
The owner is involved in the day to day running of the business.
Marketing
No marketing or promoting of the business has recently been undertaken as the business is well known.
Competition
There is a very low level of local competition.
Market
The client base consists of local residents and high levels of passing trade.
Opportunities
The concern has huge potential. In particular the turnover and profits can be increased by:
• Increasing the marketing activity with direct mailings including local and internet advertising.
• Becoming more efficient with staffing levels.
• Working more hands on hours and saving on wages.
• With the introduction of a website and e-commerce.
Training and Handover
The owner would be available for an extensive training and handover period for the benefit of the new owners if required. The owner would also be happy for an on the job observation period to assess the business prior to offers being made.
Property Details
The property is terraced, part of a parade of shops and is approximately 1,000 sq ft. The front is branded with an attractive glass front. There is a CCTV system. The main customer service area is tiled with a middle aisle, shelving and racking to the walls. It is very well presented and is very conveniently laid out.
To the rear is a store room. There is a toilet and staff facilities.
Equipment with sale
All fixtures, fittings and equipment are included in the sale price and are valued at £15,000.
Financial Details
The present annual turnover is £450,000 with a gross profit of 20% and a net profit of £18,200. The wages are £600 pw. The present value of the stock is £15,000.
The potential turnover of the business within the next 2 years is forecast to reach £520,000 pa given the changes that are required to be made to the business. Full financial disclosure is available on request after viewings and the signing of a confidentiality agreement.
Please note Phoenix do not guarantee the accuracy of these figures which are in many cases estimated and are not verified. Please do not rely on the accuracy of these figures and seek professional help before making any offers. Phoenix will not be held liable for any inaccuracies in these figures or any other statements contained in relation to this business.
Disclaimer
These details do not constitute part of an offer or contract.
The statements and descriptions given are made without warranties by Phoenix Business Agents Limited who it should be noted have NOT verified the information provided.
Purchasers should in all cases undertake financial due diligence using their own professional advisors before committing themselves in contract rather than relying on illustrations ,figures and information given on behalf of the seller.
- Situated in the East Canton area of Cardiff in South Wales.
- Prominent location on main arterial road.
- Part of a parade of shops.
- Excellent parking facilities on both sides of the road.
- Industrial estates nearby.
- Surrounded by a densely populated residential area with schools and other local amenities.
- High levels of passing trade.
- Good volumes of traffic and pedestrian flow.
- A commercially thriving area.
- Well linked with the A4161, B4267 and M4.
- Cardiff Castle, Cardiff Bay and the Millennium Stadium all lie close by.
- Area enjoying much growth and regeneration.
- A lifestyle area.
- Excellent local demographics for this type of area.
The original length of the lease was 15 years with 12 years remaining. The rent is £12,400 pa with a review in 2012. The lease may be renewable or negotiable for longer term if required. The rates are £3,400.
Monday to Saturday: 9.00 am – 6.00 pm.
Sunday: 10.00 am – 6.00 pm.
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