Established Profitable Senior Service Biz w Strong Referrals
Caring Transitions franchise for sale in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
List Price: $149,000 USD
Key Facts
Annual Gross Revenue
$277,003 USD
Cash Flow
$50,000 – $100,000
Seasonal Business
No
Value of Inventory
Less than $25,000
Value of Assets
Less than $25,000
Year Established
2017
Business Operates From
My home
Location Is
N/A
Approx. Monthly Rent
N/A
Total Employees
Less than 10
+3 MonthsTransition
Support
SomewhatPrice/Terms
Flexibility
SomeSeller financing Available
Part-timeOwner
Involvement
About this Business
Established in 2017, this business helps families navigate downsizing, relocations, estate sales, and other major life transitions. Built steadily over nearly a decade, it has developed a strong local reputation and a long track record of profitability. The business generated approximately $277,000 in revenue in 2025.
Most new clients come through referrals from realtors, retirement communities, past clients, and local professionals. The business also benefits from a loyal network of repeat buyers who regularly participate in estate sales and online auctions. A 4.8-star Google rating reflects the experience clients have come to expect. Years of helping local families have created a business that people know, recommend, and return to when life brings another transition.
The business operates with a reliable team of 9 part-time employees. The opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys helping people, leading a team, and building relationships in the community. The current owner balances multiple business interests, leaving room for a more focused owner to strengthen marketing efforts, deepen referral relationships, and increase community visibility. The seller is willing to consider partial seller financing for the right buyer.
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Growth opportunities
The current owner balances multiple business interests, creating an opportunity for a new owner to devote additional attention to marketing, referral development, hiring, scheduling, and operational leadership. With strong referral relationships already in place, growth is likely to come from focused ownership and stronger execution.
Owner's Day-to-Day Involvement
The current owner spends approximately 30 hours per week overseeing projects, supporting clients, and leading the team. It is best suited for an organized, relationship-oriented owner who enjoys helping people and managing multiple moving parts.
Additional Info
The seller will provide 30 days of transition support and is willing to discuss remaining involved on a part-time basis for 2 to 6 months to help introduce referral partners and support business development.
Asset Description
The sale price includes all of the assets required to operate the business, including branded marketing materials and signage, moving and organizing equipment, vacuums and cleaning tools, folding carts, appliance dolly, ladders, lighting equipment, traffic cones, moving blankets, folding tables, shelving, and storage systems. These assets are estimated to have a replacement value of approximately $2,500.
Inventory Description
Inventory is also included and consists of moving boxes, packing paper, stretch wrap, packing tape, packing supplies, brochures, and other consumable materials used in daily operations. Current inventory is valued at approximately $800.
Reason for Selling
Retire & Travel
Why I Love My Franchise
Lots of support from corporate. My corporate business coach is fantastic. The work is important and families we help are very appreciative. We make a positive difference in people's lives.
About Caring Transitions
Caring Transitions is a nationally recognized franchise specializing in senior relocation, estate sales, and downsizing services. Founded in 2006, the brand provides compassionate, professional support to seniors and families navigating life transitions such as moving, downsizing, or managing estates. Caring Transitions offers a full-service solution including organizing, sorting, estate sale management, and moving coordination, easing the stress of major life changes. With over 100 franchise locations across North America, Caring Transitions has established itself as a trusted leader in the senior move management industry. The franchise model is designed for scalability and flexibility, appealing to entrepreneurs passionate about helping others during challenging times.
Franchisee Support
Comprehensive training provided. No experience required. Initial training covers operations, marketing, customer service, and estimating. Ongoing support includes business coaching, localized marketing tools, and operational guidance. Franchisees gain access to proprietary online auction, estimating, and CRM software to optimize operations.
Brand Accolades & Awards
The franchisor has earned prestigious industry accolades, including recognition by Franchise Business Review as a 2024 Top Franchise for Veterans, based on independently gathered franchisee satisfaction data. Caring Transitions has been a Franchise Gator Top 100 franchise, and, impressively, ranked on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 ten of the last eleven years. Recent honors include #1 in Senior Relocation, #42 Fastest-Growing Franchise (2025), and Top rankings for home-based, low-cost, and diversity-focused franchises.
Industry / Market
The senior relocation and downsizing industry is expanding rapidly, fueled by the aging U.S. population — expected to reach 75 million seniors by 2030, nearly 20% of the total population. Contributing factors include longer life expectancies and the desire for simplified lifestyles, making aging in place less feasible. Caring Transitions is uniquely positioned to meet this need with a trusted brand, three revenue streams, and a total solution approach that eases stress for seniors and their families.
Ideal Owner
The ideal Caring Transitions franchisee is a compassionate, organized entrepreneur with strong sales and customer service skills. Prior experience in senior care, real estate, or event planning is helpful but not required. Owners should be motivated to provide exceptional service, build community trust, and manage a scalable service business focused on life transitions.