Vending Machine Route For Sale – Snack and Soda Route Tacoma, Washington

Soda and Snack Vending Machine Route For Sale $125,000! Currently grossing an estimated $183,921 and nets $70,133 per year! Route consists of 27 accounts with 34 placed soda and snack machines in schools and health club locations. 10 of the machines are leased from Coca Cola (these are transferable). Machines and inventory have an estimated value of $70,000. A vehicle is also included in the purchase. This route is turn-key with unlimited growth potential! Current owner is able to service the accounts in just 3 days a week working 5 hours per day. This is a well established business and is operated in the Tacoma, Washington area.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What are the current average sales and gross income for this route?

Currently this route grosses $183,921 in yearly sales, and nets $70,133 per year. Documentation will be provided to all serious buyers.

How do I get paid?

As an independent operator you are paid by purchasing product at wholesale cost and selling it to your customer base via the vending machines. This route currently receives an average profit margin of 50% after expenses.

How much can I make?

Vending businesses have unlimited growth potential and can be operated anywhere. The yearly sales can be increased by new accounts being established. New accounts can be established in person or by hiring a vending locating company.

Can I finance the route?

There is no seller financing for this route, and unfortunately banks will NOT write business loans against route based businesses for several reasons. You can review additional Financing Options Here.

What are my expenses and overhead?

Expenses include, but are not limited to: product cost, machine repairs, gas, vehicle expenses, and insurance. The above cash flow represents the profit after an estimated $113,788 in operating cost and expenses are subtracted.

What type of insurance do I need?

Typically a single owner operator of a route distributorship will need commercial insurance for their delivery vehicle and business liability insurance. Owners with multiple employees will need a multiple vehicle policy and workers’ compensation. Routes For Sale now offers discounts on insurance! Through our size and volume, we have partnered with some of the largest insurance brokers in the nation to offer the best rates. Request Your Free Insurance Quote Here.

What type of vehicle do I need?

Included in the purchase is a 1994 box truck. Estimated value is $5,000. If you are considering purchasing, leasing or financing a vehicle you can review additional information here.

What is the Gross vs the Net income?

The gross income for the route is $183,921 per year, minus your above mentioned operating expenses of $113,788 gives you $70,133 in net income or cash flow.

How does the selling price of the route get determined?

To determine a business’ price, a standard formula is to multiply 2 years of the net plus consideration of business assets.

Do I have to pay for additional machines?

Additional snack machines must be purchased, and can be obtained through a wholesaler the current owner purchases from.

Do I have to pay for inventory or purchase product up front?

Yes, the business requires you to purchase product at wholesale through vending companies such as Vistar or Sam’s Club.

Who is responsible for damaged or out of date product?

You are responsible for the product you purchase.

What type of machines does the business operate?

The snack machines are USI, National, Jofemar brands.

Why is the owner selling?

Owner is pursuing other business opportunities.

How many accounts does the route have?

There are 27 accounts, which consist of 34 placed snack and soda machines.

How long has the seller owned the business?

The current owner has owned this business for 3 years.

How many days a week, and what hours does the owner work?

Currently the owner works 3 days a week for 5 hours per day. The hours are flexible.

What about vacation time or personal days?

As a business owner you are responsible for servicing the route. It is our recommendation that you hire or train someone for additional time needed off. Additionally, you can network and hire relief drivers with previous route experience at RouteReliefDrivers.com.  Route Relief Drivers is a nationwide network that allows independent route distributors and vacation relief drivers to connect with each other. Each party negotiates its own terms and compensation.

What do you recommend when purchasing a business?

When purchasing this type of business we recommend forming some type of entity such as an LLC or Corporation to do business under. This not only offers protection for your personal assets, but also ensures protection of your business. If you need help forming this, we recommend that you Form A Corporation Here.

What else should I know?

Be Your Own Boss with flexible hours! Unlimited growth opportunity! The vending machine business is a 100% cash-only business that offers a residual income! The long cherished notion of getting a job that would provide both long term security and benefits is close to disappearing in the American workplace. It is no surprise that more people today want to do “their own thing”. Hurry this won’t last long! Priced to sell at $125,000. Includes 34 machines of which 10 are leased. Contact Us About This Route Here!

How can I learn more about these type of routes?

For additional Consulting Services with one of our route specialists Request A Consultation Here.

Disclaimer: Routes For Sale is a Broker that brings buyers and sellers together. Routes For Sale does not represent, or is not affiliated with the company the distributorship is being offered. All agreements are made between the buyer and seller and not Routes For Sale. It is the prospective Buyer’s duty and obligation to verify the accuracy of the Seller’s representations and if necessary retain attorneys, accountants, business appraisers, or other professionals. The representation of income is based on a current 52 week sales average generated by the efforts of the current owner. As with any business you can make more or less.