Selling a Business in Sauk County
Sauk County has 1,876 employer businesses, and 83% of them have fewer than 20 employees. This page shows the local mix of industries and how a sale is handled here. The largest industries here are retail and accommodation and food service.
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LOCAL SNAPSHOT
Sauk County by the numbers
1,876
1,876
EMPLOYER BUSINESSES
83%
83%
SMALL EMPLOYER SHARE
5,183
5,183
BUSINESSES WITH NO EMPLOYEES
31,025
31,025
EMPLOYMENT
$1.6 billion
$1.6 billion
ANNUAL PAYROLL
808
808
BUSINESSES WITH 5 TO 49 EMPLOYEES
U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2023 and Nonemployer Statistics 2024. Counts are employer establishments, meaning business locations with paid employees.
How Sauk County compares
Sauk County ranks 20th of 72 Wisconsin counties and county equivalents for employer businesses.
The number of employer businesses grew 2.6% between 2018 and 2023.
Real estate and rental makes up 6% of employer businesses in Sauk County, compared with 4% in Wisconsin.
808 employer businesses here have 5 to 49 employees.
Sauk County ranks 20th of 72 Wisconsin counties and county equivalents for employer businesses.
The number of employer businesses grew 2.6% between 2018 and 2023.
Real estate and rental makes up 6% of employer businesses in Sauk County, compared with 4% in Wisconsin.
808 employer businesses here have 5 to 49 employees.
Industry mix
The largest industries by number of employer businesses:
Retail: 297 employer businesses
Accommodation and food service: 267 employer businesses
Construction: 221 employer businesses
Repair, personal care and other services: 174 employer businesses
Health care and social assistance: 168 employer businesses
The largest industries by number of employer businesses:
Retail: 297 employer businesses
Accommodation and food service: 267 employer businesses
Construction: 221 employer businesses
Repair, personal care and other services: 174 employer businesses
Health care and social assistance: 168 employer businesses
INDUSTRIES
What sells in Sauk County
Retail, accommodation and food service, construction, repair, personal care and other services
Every kind of business we sell in Sauk County
These are the industries in Sauk County and the number of employer businesses in each. Counts are employer businesses in the closest Census industry codes. Industries without a clean Census match are listed without a count, and a few industries share one Census category, so their counts match. A sale multiple is the price a business typically sells for as a multiple of its earnings. SDE means seller's discretionary earnings, which is the owner's pay plus the profit of the business. EBITDA means earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization.
Construction & Engineering
231 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
General Contracting: 49 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Plumbing: 37 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.0x SDE.
HVAC Services: 37 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.6x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Landscaping: 31 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Interior Finishing: 28 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE.
Electrical: 27 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Foundation & Site Prep: 26 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x EBITDA + Fleet.
Roofing & Siding: 15 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Civil Engineering: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 7.0x - 11.0x EBITDA.
Masonry: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x EBITDA + Equipment.
Restaurants & Food
170 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Full-Service Restaurants: 76 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Quick-Service & Fast Food: 56 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Coffee Shops: 18 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Grocery Stores & Markets: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE + Inventory.
Liquor, Wine & Beer Stores: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE + Inventory.
Financial & Professional Services
137 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Real Estate Brokerages: 70 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.5x SDE.
Insurance Agencies: 27 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 6.0x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Accounting & Tax Practices: 22 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Wealth Management: 15 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.7x - 4.0x Recurring Revenue.
Private Lending: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Retail Stores
123 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Fashion, Apparel & Jewelry: 40 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE + Inventory.
Hardware, Garden & Building: 24 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.8x SDE + Inventory.
Health, Beauty & Pharmacy: 21 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.8x - 4.2x EBITDA.
Hobby, Toys & Gift Shops: 15 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 2.8x SDE + Inventory.
Home Decor & Furniture: 13 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.2x SDE + Inventory.
Electronics & Repair: 6 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Sporting Goods & Firearms: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.3x - 3.4x SDE.
Medical Practices
82 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Dental Practices: 20 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.5x EBITDA.
Primary & Family Care: 19 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.2x SDE.
Mental & Behavioral Health: 19 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE.
Veterinary Medicine: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 6.0x - 9.0x EBITDA.
Home Health & Hospice: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Automotive & Boat
74 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Auto Repair: 26 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.2x SDE.
Auto Parts: 22 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.2x SDE + Inventory.
Car Dealerships: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2x - 8x Blue Sky + Assets.
Collision Repair: 10 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Hospitality & Travel
70 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Hotels: 52 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.6x - 5.1x EBITDA.
Motels: 52 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.1x - 2.5x SDE.
Transportation Services: 10 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.1x SDE.
Campgrounds & RV Parks: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Entertainment & Recreation
68 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Bars & Pubs: 31 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Clubs & Lounges: 31 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 6.0x EBITDA.
Outdoor Recreation: 24 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Arcades & FECs: 6 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.1x - 3.6x SDE.
Golf Courses: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 8.0x - 11.0x EBITDA.
Bowling Alleys: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Manufacturing
68 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Metal Fabrication: 21 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.2x - 4.2x SDE.
Food & Beverage Manufacturing: 17 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.1x - 4.5x SDE.
Printing & Plastics: 13 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.9x - 4.9x SDE.
Construction Materials Manufacturing: 7 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Medical & Chemical Manufacturing: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.5x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Electronics & Tech Manufacturing: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.5x EBITDA.
Wood & Furniture Manufacturing: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.8x SDE.
Logistics & Transportation
58 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
General Freight Trucking: 49 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.44x - 3.45x SDE.
Warehousing & Fulfillment: 5 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Last-Mile & Courier: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.76x - 3.32x SDE.
Gas Stations & Convenience
41 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Gas Stations: 41 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA + Real Estate.
Beauty & Personal Care
24 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Hair Salons: 18 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.25x - 2.34x SDE.
Day Spas: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 2.8x SDE.
Tattoo Shops: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Barber Shops: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.25x SDE.
Massage Parlors: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Home Services
24 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Residential Cleaning: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.6x SDE.
Commercial Cleaning: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.47x - 4.11x EBITDA.
Property Management: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Senior Care & Living
21 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Assisted Living Facilities: 14 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Real Estate.
Non-Medical Home Care: 7 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Wholesale & Distribution
21 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Industrial & Construction Supply: 10 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Food & Beverage Distribution: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Chemicals, Plastics & Raw Materials Distribution: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Electronics, IT & Office Equipment Distribution: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Pharmacies & Medical Supply
20 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Compounding Pharmacies: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.5x EBITDA.
Specialty Pharmacies: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 6.5x EBITDA.
Home Infusion: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 6.5x EBITDA.
Medical Supply Retail: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE + Inventory.
Health & Fitness
15 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Gyms & Health Clubs: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.44x - 2.93x SDE.
Yoga Studios: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.07x - 2.50x SDE.
Pilates Studios: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.10x - 3.00x SDE.
Personal Training Studios: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.00x - 2.80x SDE.
Wellness & Recovery Centers: 6 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 5.5x - 9.7x EBITDA.
Technology & Media
13 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Creative Agencies: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 3.0x SDE.
Digital Marketing Agencies: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Media, Film & Studio Production: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.5x SDE.
Real Estate Media: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.8x SDE.
Education & Childcare
12 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Daycare Centers: 12 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.39x - 3.35x SDE.
Energy & Utilities
11 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Propane & Fuel Distribution: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Assets.
Water & Wastewater Services: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Pet Services
8 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Pet Grooming & Spas: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Boarding, Daycare & Training: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA.
These are the industries in Sauk County and the number of employer businesses in each. Counts are employer businesses in the closest Census industry codes. Industries without a clean Census match are listed without a count, and a few industries share one Census category, so their counts match. A sale multiple is the price a business typically sells for as a multiple of its earnings. SDE means seller's discretionary earnings, which is the owner's pay plus the profit of the business. EBITDA means earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization.
Construction & Engineering
231 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
General Contracting: 49 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Plumbing: 37 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.0x SDE.
HVAC Services: 37 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.6x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Landscaping: 31 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Interior Finishing: 28 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE.
Electrical: 27 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Foundation & Site Prep: 26 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x EBITDA + Fleet.
Roofing & Siding: 15 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Civil Engineering: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 7.0x - 11.0x EBITDA.
Masonry: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x EBITDA + Equipment.
Restaurants & Food
170 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Full-Service Restaurants: 76 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Quick-Service & Fast Food: 56 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Coffee Shops: 18 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Grocery Stores & Markets: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE + Inventory.
Liquor, Wine & Beer Stores: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE + Inventory.
Financial & Professional Services
137 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Real Estate Brokerages: 70 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.5x SDE.
Insurance Agencies: 27 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 6.0x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Accounting & Tax Practices: 22 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Wealth Management: 15 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.7x - 4.0x Recurring Revenue.
Private Lending: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Retail Stores
123 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Fashion, Apparel & Jewelry: 40 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE + Inventory.
Hardware, Garden & Building: 24 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.8x SDE + Inventory.
Health, Beauty & Pharmacy: 21 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.8x - 4.2x EBITDA.
Hobby, Toys & Gift Shops: 15 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 2.8x SDE + Inventory.
Home Decor & Furniture: 13 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.2x SDE + Inventory.
Electronics & Repair: 6 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Sporting Goods & Firearms: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.3x - 3.4x SDE.
Medical Practices
82 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Dental Practices: 20 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.5x EBITDA.
Primary & Family Care: 19 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.2x SDE.
Mental & Behavioral Health: 19 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE.
Veterinary Medicine: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 6.0x - 9.0x EBITDA.
Home Health & Hospice: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Automotive & Boat
74 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Auto Repair: 26 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.2x SDE.
Auto Parts: 22 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.2x SDE + Inventory.
Car Dealerships: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2x - 8x Blue Sky + Assets.
Collision Repair: 10 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Hospitality & Travel
70 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Hotels: 52 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.6x - 5.1x EBITDA.
Motels: 52 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.1x - 2.5x SDE.
Transportation Services: 10 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.1x SDE.
Campgrounds & RV Parks: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Entertainment & Recreation
68 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Bars & Pubs: 31 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Clubs & Lounges: 31 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 6.0x EBITDA.
Outdoor Recreation: 24 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Arcades & FECs: 6 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.1x - 3.6x SDE.
Golf Courses: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 8.0x - 11.0x EBITDA.
Bowling Alleys: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Manufacturing
68 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Metal Fabrication: 21 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.2x - 4.2x SDE.
Food & Beverage Manufacturing: 17 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.1x - 4.5x SDE.
Printing & Plastics: 13 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.9x - 4.9x SDE.
Construction Materials Manufacturing: 7 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Medical & Chemical Manufacturing: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.5x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Electronics & Tech Manufacturing: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.5x EBITDA.
Wood & Furniture Manufacturing: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.8x SDE.
Logistics & Transportation
58 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
General Freight Trucking: 49 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.44x - 3.45x SDE.
Warehousing & Fulfillment: 5 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Last-Mile & Courier: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.76x - 3.32x SDE.
Gas Stations & Convenience
41 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Gas Stations: 41 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA + Real Estate.
Beauty & Personal Care
24 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Hair Salons: 18 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.25x - 2.34x SDE.
Day Spas: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 2.8x SDE.
Tattoo Shops: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Barber Shops: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.25x SDE.
Massage Parlors: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Home Services
24 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Residential Cleaning: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.6x SDE.
Commercial Cleaning: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.47x - 4.11x EBITDA.
Property Management: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Senior Care & Living
21 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Assisted Living Facilities: 14 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Real Estate.
Non-Medical Home Care: 7 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Wholesale & Distribution
21 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Industrial & Construction Supply: 10 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Food & Beverage Distribution: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Chemicals, Plastics & Raw Materials Distribution: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Electronics, IT & Office Equipment Distribution: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Pharmacies & Medical Supply
20 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Compounding Pharmacies: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.5x EBITDA.
Specialty Pharmacies: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 6.5x EBITDA.
Home Infusion: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 6.5x EBITDA.
Medical Supply Retail: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE + Inventory.
Health & Fitness
15 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Gyms & Health Clubs: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.44x - 2.93x SDE.
Yoga Studios: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.07x - 2.50x SDE.
Pilates Studios: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.10x - 3.00x SDE.
Personal Training Studios: 9 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.00x - 2.80x SDE.
Wellness & Recovery Centers: 6 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 5.5x - 9.7x EBITDA.
Technology & Media
13 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Creative Agencies: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 3.0x SDE.
Digital Marketing Agencies: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Media, Film & Studio Production: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.5x SDE.
Real Estate Media: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.8x SDE.
Education & Childcare
12 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Daycare Centers: 12 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.39x - 3.35x SDE.
Energy & Utilities
11 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Propane & Fuel Distribution: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Assets.
Water & Wastewater Services: 3 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Pet Services
8 related employer businesses in Sauk County.
Pet Grooming & Spas: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Boarding, Daycare & Training: 8 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Working with owners in Sauk County
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions owners in Sauk County ask
How long does it take to sell a business in Sauk County?
The time depends on the price, the quality of the records and the number of qualified buyers.
How is a business valued in Sauk County?
Valuation starts with the earnings the business produces for an owner, then adjusts for assets, size, industry and the terms a buyer is likely to accept. The result is a range, and the asking price is set inside it.
Is the sale confidential?
Buyers are asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement before they see the name of the business or its financial statements.
FROM OUR BLOG
Guides for owners in Sauk County
October 3, 2025
Business Owners
Add-Backs: What Counts, What Does Not, and What Buyers Push Back On
Every add-back you can prove raises your sale price by two to three times its amount. Every add-back you cannot prove costs you credibility on all the others.
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October 3, 2025
Business Owners
Add-Backs: What Counts, What Does Not, and What Buyers Push Back On
Every add-back you can prove raises your sale price by two to three times its amount. Every add-back you cannot prove costs you credibility on all the others.
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March 5, 2026
Business Owners
Buyer Qualification: How We Screen Out the Buyers Who Cannot Close
Most inquiries on a business listing come from people who cannot close. Here is how they get screened out before they see your name or your financials.
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March 5, 2026
Business Owners
Buyer Qualification: How We Screen Out the Buyers Who Cannot Close
Most inquiries on a business listing come from people who cannot close. Here is how they get screened out before they see your name or your financials.
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February 9, 2026
Business Owners
The Confidential Information Memorandum: What Goes In It and Why
The CIM is the document a buyer reads before they decide to spend time on your business. Here is what it has to contain and the mistakes that cost sellers offers.
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February 9, 2026
Business Owners
The Confidential Information Memorandum: What Goes In It and Why
The CIM is the document a buyer reads before they decide to spend time on your business. Here is what it has to contain and the mistakes that cost sellers offers.
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