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Overview / Listing Summary: High-end quality interior remodeler for some of the finest homes and commercial spaces in Tampa Bay. This business has exclusive area rights for some very fine products. It is a must see. Installation is done by outside contractor and the skill set needed is more as a consultant who is good with people and enjoys great quality. Business is open for anyone but caters to the more exclusive home owners due to the nature of the products. Seller will provide support and training for you personally. Skill set does not have to be in design but it is good to have someone who enjoys helping people find great home solutions for kitchens, baths, offices and more. This is a truly unique company that stands out strong and is well known for its quality. Facilities: Interior Design Studio is located in a quaint shopping area, providing a powerfully impressive show area complete with displays, samples and design books. This business has ample parking and visible signage. It is convenient to many high end homes and is surrounded by other quality businesses. It is well decorated and designed to allow clients to comfortably find the right solution for their home and meet with the owner. Competition / Market Pros & Cons: The current owner does some print advertising. Focus should be on higher-end clients. Networking environments tend to have produced good resources in the past and are encouraged to be considered for new owner as well as continuing print advertising. Also, a great website and related marketing via the internet seems like another unmet marketing process to be considered. Still, this business is well recognized and appreciated. It stands out from the competition due to its high quality, and also for the fact that it has a show room. Additionally, the company works with interior designers, home builders, other trade professionals such as tile companies, to generate leads. Growth/Expansion/Marketing: Cost effective marketing to the home owners interested in upgrading their homes would be a great strategy. This company has received attention in top quality home magazines. The would probably benefit from an active website that not only communicates the quality that they do, but also displayed the impeccable work that they have done. Currently, installation is handled through sub-contractors. Someone with the interest and ability could bring this work in-house for reasons of increasing profitability. A full summary to approach increasing sales and / or net of this company can be discussed with any serious buyer. Support/Training: Seller desires that the new owners succeed and will provided familiarization. Reason For Selling: Owner was in a car accident and suffers from serious back injuries. He is willing to sign an agreement not to compete in order to make you comfortable about your investment and to support its success.