Nik Howell

Nik Howell is a young and dynamic business broker at Transworld Business Advisors NorthStar. Known for his dedication, Nik builds strong client relationships and expertly guides them through business transactions. In his youth, he helped his father run the family-owned business, a medium-sized manufacturing company. This sparked his passion for business. After high school, Nik played hockey in the North American Hockey League (NAHL), where he developed discipline, teamwork, and strategic thinking—skills that now benefit his business career. In his personal life, Nik enjoys being physically active, boating, and long walks with his fiancé, Olivia. His determination for excellence in both his personal and professional life makes him a key asset for Transworld Business Advisors.

My Listings

Lawn/Landscaping, Distribution

Award-Winning Outdoor Lighting Distributor

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $1,200,000
Down Payment: $500,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $217,075
Fitness

Profitable Fitness Franchise with Recurring Revenue

Location: Dallas County, Iowa
Asking Price: $99,000
Down Payment: $99,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $44,947
Real Property Rltd

Turnkey Legacy Banquet Hall Business with Property

Location: Illinois
Asking Price: $4,775,000
Down Payment: $4,775,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $3,329
Sports Related Biz

Turnkey Sports Retailer with Loyal Base

Location: Wisconsin
Asking Price: $450,000
Down Payment: $300,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $75,824
Restaurants

Profitable Restaurant with Instant Growth Potential

Location: Meeker County, Minnesota
Asking Price: $379,000
Down Payment: $379,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Manufacturing

Innovative Machine Manufacturer - Up 20% in 2025

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $13,000,000
Down Payment: $9,250,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $1,630,770
Marine Related

MN Boat Dealer Selling Lake Toys & Fun

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $2,250,000
Down Payment: $2,250,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $608,003
Construction

Court Surfacing Business | Strong Inbound

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $990,000
Down Payment: $891,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $262,411
Manufacturing

Custom Railing Fabricator Servicing MSP Metro

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $400,000
Down Payment: $360,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $123,081
Cleaning

Commercial Cleaning W/ Dual Rev Streams–Twin Cities​

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $695,000
Down Payment: $695,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $285,201
Real Property Rltd, Recreation

Thriving Campground with Big Potential

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $4,500,000
Down Payment: $2,250,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $231,087
Recreation, Rental Business

Event Rental Business with Strong Demand

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $150,000
Down Payment: $75,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $43,751
Restaurants

Turnkey Restaurant Near a Major Traffic Area

Location: Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
Asking Price: $100,000
Down Payment: $100,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $62,462
Cleaning

Established Commercial Cleaning Business

Location: Wisconsin
Asking Price: $2,500,000
Down Payment: $2,500,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $579,938
Beauty/Personal Care

High-Traffic Beauty Studio – Semi-Absentee Owner

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $160,000
Down Payment: $144,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $55,968
Beauty/Personal Care

51-Year Award-Winning Beauty Salon in MSP Metro

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $90,000
Down Payment: $81,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $48,939
Food Business Retail, Restaurants

Food Services Business

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $2,700,000
Down Payment: $2,430,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $888,000
Consulting Business

Technology Advisory Firm | Recurring Revenue

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $450,000
Down Payment: $405,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $126,817
Restaurants

Twin Cities Iconic Neighborhood Establishment

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $399,000
Down Payment: $322,104
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $311,158
Construction

Established Concrete Contractor with Strong Reputation

Location: United States
Asking Price: $4,417,000
Down Payment: $3,817,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $1,006,337
Fitness

Medicaid-Contracted SUD Clinic, Wellness Model

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $2,000,000
Down Payment: $1,800,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $393,705
Financial Related

Established Accounts Receivable & Collections Firm

Location: Wisconsin
Asking Price: $119,000
Down Payment: $119,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Marine Related

Established Dive Shop in Western Great Lakes

Location: United States
Asking Price: $337,000
Down Payment: $337,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $27,491
Medical Related Biz

Bioreagents Sales Company

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $1,010,000
Down Payment: $1,010,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $289,408
Automotive

Small Engines, Big Results!

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $275,000
Down Payment: $275,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Animals/Pets

Remote, Recurring Revenue Pet Care Business

Location: United States
Asking Price: $1,200,000
Down Payment: $1,200,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $270,307
Signs

Western WI Sign Shop - RE Included

Location: Wisconsin
Asking Price: $439,000
Down Payment: $395,100
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $89,176
Liquor Related Biz

Recognized Iowa Craft Brewery, Momentum Building

Location: Iowa
Asking Price: $918,000
Down Payment: $300,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: -$282,714
Insurance

Independent Insurance Agency

Location: Polk County, Iowa
Asking Price: $4,200,000
Down Payment: $4,200,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $522,232
Advertising, Clothing

Well-Run Custom Apparel Production Business

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $159,000
Down Payment: $127,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $53,564
Construction

SBA Qualified General Contractor Business

Location: Wisconsin
Asking Price: $1,200,000
Down Payment: $1,200,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $382,938
Pack/Ship/Postal

Pak Mail - Eau Claire, WI

Location: Wisconsin
Asking Price: $225,000
Down Payment: $202,500
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $80,017
Import/Export

Wisconsin International Trade Brokerage

Location: Wisconsin
Asking Price: $600,000
Down Payment: $600,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $83,455
Printing/Typesetting

Full-Service Print Business with Loyal Clients

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $170,000
Down Payment: $153,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $69,922
Retail Miscellaneous, Liquor Related Biz

Owner-Operated Wine Business Opportunity

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $150,000
Down Payment: $150,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Manufacturing

Turnkey Twin Cities Metal Fab with Skilled Team

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $5,490,000
Down Payment: $5,490,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $532,947
Manufacturing, Metal Related

Established Twin Cities Coating Business

Location: Ramsey County, Minnesota
Asking Price: $749,000
Down Payment: $749,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $242,783
Gas Station

Twin Cities MN High-Traffic Gas & C-Store

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $550,000
Down Payment: $300,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $163,988
Manufacturing

Established Niche Mfg Biz with Growth Potential

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $400,000
Down Payment: $360,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $172,702
Restaurants

Established Chinese Restaurant

Location: Dallas County, Iowa
Asking Price: $550,000
Down Payment: $525,200
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $72,655
Insurance

Established Insurance Agency with Growth Potential

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $675,000
Down Payment: $607,500
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $134,876
Construction, Manufacturing

36-Year Custom Cabinet Manufacturer

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $400,000
Down Payment: $360,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $233,028
Liquor Related Biz

Profitable Liquor Store in Great Retail Location

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $1,095,000
Down Payment: $1,095,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $114,855
Medical Related Biz, Beauty/Personal Care

Well-Established Chippewa Valley Medical Spa

Location: Wisconsin
Asking Price: $449,000
Down Payment: $314,300
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $201,918
Restaurants

Pizza Franchise 3 Staffed Locations Southern WI

Location: Wisconsin
Asking Price: $400,000
Down Payment: $360,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $132,491
Lawn/Landscaping

Established Diversified Outdoor Services Business

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $9,000,000
Down Payment: $6,500,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $1,333,884
Cleaning

Jefferson/Dodge County WI Residential Cleaning

Location: Jefferson County, Wisconsin
Asking Price: $170,000
Down Payment: $136,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $99,901
Art

Contemporary African Art Retail Gallery

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $4,000,000
Down Payment: $4,000,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Flooring

Growing Flooring Business Ready for Next Owner

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $115,000
Down Payment: $65,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $54,383
Construction

Twin Cities Metro Underground Construction Co.

Location: Minnesota
Asking Price: $5,900,000
Down Payment: $5,310,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $1,289,358

Well Established Sign and Graphic Franchise

Total Investment: $200,000 - $215,000
Cash Investment: $60,000

World's Leading Promotional Products and Advertising Franchise

Total Investment: $90,000-$100,000
Cash Investment: $90,000

World's Leading Business Brokerage Franchise

Total Investment: $85,000
Cash Investment: $85,000

Coworking Franchise Opportunity

Total Investment: $360,000-$3,600,000
Cash Investment: $250,000

Wellness Focused Membership Model Grooming Franchise

Total Investment: $318,000 - $499,000
Cash Investment: $150,000

Franchise Focused on the Restoration and Repair of Leather, Plastic and Vinyl

Total Investment: $100,595 - $120,595
Cash Investment: $15,000

National Recruiting Firm

Total Investment: $75,000 - $100,000
Cash Investment: $40,000

Growing Charcuterie Business

Total Investment: $200,000-$215,000
Cash Investment: $50,000

Bookkeeping Business Solutions Franchise

Total Investment: $33,842-$69,342
Cash Investment: $29,995

Authentic Mediterranean Grill Franchise Opportunity

Total Investment: $600,000 - $850,000
Cash Investment: $250,000

Established Quick Service Italian Restaurant Franchise

Total Investment: $322,043 - $452,807
Cash Investment: $150,000

Fastest Growing Business Coaching Franchise

Total Investment: $60,000
Cash Investment: $60,000

Membership Model Coworking Franchise

Total Investment: $390,000 - $1,200,000
Cash Investment: $200,000

B2B Coworking and Business Services Franchise

Total Investment: $850,848 - $1,795,965
Cash Investment: $300,000

Market-Leading Window Tint Franchise

Total Investment: $175,000 - $250,000
Cash Investment: $150,000

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