This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established framing and signage business in the scenic coastal town of Port Alfred, Eastern Cape. The sale includes a ±229 m² sectional title commercial building (title deed) at the listed price, with transfer duty payable on the property. The business is a going concern, VAT-registered, and has operated for 25 years under only two owners. The current owner is retiring, and comprehensive financial statements are available – the sale comes with full goodwill and a loyal customer base.
Property and Structure: Sectional Title premises (~229m²) included in sale price. The building is registered in the seller’s name (not subject to VAT) and attracts transfer duty. Title deed and property will be transferred to the buyer.
Business Overview: Established 25 years ago with an excellent reputation. VAT-registered, the operation is turnkey. All equipment, accessories, stock, computers, furniture and fitting are included. A 20-year veteran framer and two senior signage staff (each with 16 to 23 years’ service respectively) will remain on payroll, ensuring continuity.
Framing Division: Generates repeat business from decades of goodwill and a large customer list. Comes fully equipped machinery, tools, stock, etc., in good working order. Significant growth potential exists by adding new products or marketing to nearby areas.
Signage Division: Offers digital and traditional signage, banners, canvas prints, vehicle & boat graphics, magnets, vinal, flags, lettering @numbers, sandblast- vinyl decor & decals, wall art, Labels, stickers, business cards, rubbers stamps and much more. All machinery and tools are included; only one digital printer remains on a 18 months-year lease. A graphic designer (23-year tenure) and a skilled signage technician (16-year tenure) stay with the business. The computer system with 25 years of archived designs and client data is transferred with the sale.
Key Points: Situated in town, easy access to the property. Strong recurring revenue from framing and signage combined; highly skilled long-term staff staying on; all operational assets transferred; turnkey business. Owner retiring (owner-financed training can be arranged). Financials and site visits by appointment:
Contact Mariette Kennedy for details.