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  What We Look for as FedEx Contractors Prepare Their Businesses for the Market At Capital Route Sales, we work exclusively with sellers of FedEx ISPs and TSPs. Over the years, we’ve seen businesses that were exceptionally easy to evaluate and sell, and others that took significant time to reconstruct the financial picture before we…

Every year, more route business owners decide it’s time to sell, and every year, brokers and buyers see the same pattern play out. A seller is confident in their business, interest comes in quickly, and then the conversation stalls the moment financials enter the picture. Ask any experienced route broker or buyer what actually kills…

If you own a FedEx business and you’re wondering what it’s worth, the short answer is: it depends on your free cash flow and a multiple based on the type of operation you run. The longer answer, the one that actually helps you plan a sale, comes down to a handful of specific numbers you…

If you’re buying, selling, or currently running a FedEx operation, a few things have changed over the past year that affect timelines, financing, and equipment. Here’s a rundown of what matters right now. New Contractor Pre-Approval Class FedEx now requires new contractor candidates to complete a one-week class before their stand-up date. This course runs…

Good morning, afternoon, or night!  If you are in the market for a FedEx operation, it’s crucial to be aware of some changes that could impact the timeline of your deal. New FedEx candidates are now required to attend a 1-week-long class before their stand-up date. This week-long course is offered several times a month…

Our good friends at GCF Business Valuations are out with their latest market intelligence report. Here are the key takeaways from the report:  This report is geared toward the P&D side of the business. Line haul businesses are typically priced higher.  Evaluating the useful life of the trucks dictates the proper CAPEX requirement, which will…

I hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving!  It’s been a great year, and we have much to be thankful for.  I need a personal assistant to keep up with my kid’s activities!  A friend of mine’s son is a top MLB prospect, and their training is unreal.  We’ve enjoyed watching him grow…

UPS reached a tentative deal with the teamsters Tuesday morning.  This puts to rest any worries about a national strike causing a potential disruption in shipping and potential surge at FedEx.  There is no storms brewing on the horizons like other people made out.  We will never fear monger at Capital Route Sales. If you…