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Posted on August 23, 2007
Buy Businesses Tip: Get Training And Support
Todays Buy Businesses Tip: Get As Much Training And Support As Possible - If the seller is anxious to get their money and run, that's not a good sign. BizBen viewers rated a Cingular franchise company, a Baskin Robbins listing, and a beer & wine mart business as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on August 16, 2007
Restaurant Selling Tip: Hire An Attorney To Help You
Todays Restaurant Selling Tip: Hire An Attorney To Help You Buy Or Sell A Restaurant - Don't try to sell or buy a restaurant without the help from an attorney. BizBen viewers rated a gas station with real estate, a sandwich franchises opportunity, and an ice cream franchise as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on August 8, 2007
Buy Small Business Tip: Explore The Industry
Todays Buy Small Business Tip: Explore The Industry - Research the industry that the business you want to buy operates in. BizBen viewers rated a market/submarina business, a lodge company, and a furniture retailer listng as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on August 1, 2007
Selling Business Tip: Watch Out For Taxes
Todays Selling Business Tip: Watch Out For Taxes - Trillions of dollars were accumulated by Americans who built careers and businesses in the period of prosperity after World War II. BizBen viewers rated a gifts & photo service listing, a liquor store company, and a beauty supply opportunity as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on July 25, 2007
California Business Sale Tip: Larger Payments
Todays California Business Sale Tip: Larger Payments - Sellers typically require a much higher down payment and expect repayment a lot sooner than banks. BizBen viewers rated a conenience store company, a hotel business, and a womens wear store listing as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on July 11, 2007
Buy An Online Business Tip: Internet Business In A Box
Today's Buy An Online Business Tip: Internet Business In A Box - There are a lot of Internet businesses for sale that are "business in a box" type web sites. BizBen viewers rated a souvenir store company, a restaurant/bar listing, and a care home company as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on June 28, 2007
Business For Sale In California Tip: Offer Seller Financing
Today's Business For Sale In California Tip: Offer Seller Financing - The chances that your business will actually sell is much greater if you offer seller financing. BizBen viewers rated a gas station with real estate, a cell phone store business, and a jewelry company as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on June 21, 2007
Buy A Small Business Tip: Contingencies In A Letter Of Intent
Today's Buy A Small Business Tip: Contingencies In A Letter Of Intent - A letter of intent is usually a legally binding document that commits you to buy a business. BizBen viewers rated a auto repair shop listing, a pizza restaurant business, and a gas station/mart opportunity as some of the more popular California small business opportunities for sale that were added on BizBen.com.
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Posted on June 14, 2007
Selling A Small Business Tip: Keeping Emotions In Check
Today's Selling A Small Business Tip: Get The Best Price By Keeping Emotions In Check - It's easy to get emotionally wrapped up in buying or selling your small business. BizBen viewers rated a jewelry store company, a convenience store business, and a cafe listing as some of the more popular California small business opportunities for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on June 7, 2007
Business For Sale California Tip: Showing Condition
Today's Business For Sale California Tip: Get Your Business Into Showing Condition - Think of selling your business in the same way you might think of selling your home. BizBen viewers rated a metal fabrication company, a smoothie franchise business, and a screw machine shop listing as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on May 29, 2007
California Business For Sale Tip: Market Your Business For Sale
BizBen viewers: business buyers, small business owners, agents, and brokers rated a aquarium/pond business, a wedding/event company, and a spa sales/service listing as some of the more popular California business for sale opportunities that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on May 15, 2007
Business Purchase Tip: Do Not Rush Due Diligence
Today's Business Purchase Tip: Do Not Rush Due Diligence - There are times a buyer feels pressure to act too fast. BizBen viewers rated a coffee shop opportunity, a womens fitness center listing, and a gifts & 30 minute photo company as some of the more popular California small business listings for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on May 15, 2007
Why Brokers May Not Be Responding To You
I just received this email from a business buyer who claims he emails brokers and owners about their listings advertised and he doesn't get a response back. Many buyers make the mistake of not being very assertive when searching and responding on businesses for sale that are posted.
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Posted on May 8, 2007
Buy Business Tip: Look At The Potential Growth
Today's Buy Business Tip: Look At The Potential Growth - Look for growth potential of a business for sale. BizBen viewers rated a hair salon business, a video rental store listing, and a sandwich franchise company as some of the more popular California small businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com by small business owners, business brokers, and agents.
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Posted on May 8, 2007
Feedback From A Business Buyer About A Business Broker
Ever wonder why over 70% of California small businesses never end up selling? There are many reasons why, however I got an email from a buyer on BizBen who has had several frustrating experiences with business brokers and agents searching for a business to buy.
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Posted on April 23, 2007
Selling Business Tip: Do Not Tell Employees You Are Selling
Today's Selling Business Tip: Do Not Tell Employees You Are Selling The Business - It may seem dishonest to not tell your employees that your business is for sale but in most cases it is actually merciful. Online viewers at BizBen - business brokers, agents, buyers ranked a interior design service company, an auto body shop listing, and a liquor/c-store business as some of the more popular California business listings for sale that were added yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on April 15, 2007
Buy A Business Tip: Buy A Business To Get A Raise
Today's Buy A Business Tip: Buy A Business To Get A Raise - In your corporate job you may not have much control over how much and when you get a raise. Thousands of BizBen viewers - business buyers, brusiness brokers, and small business owners rated a mens clothing store business, a womens boutique listing, and a fast food restaurant company as some of the more popular California business opportunities for sale that were added yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on April 7, 2007
Buying Business Tip: Ask About The Price
Today's Buying Business Tip: Ask About The Price - When looking for a business to buy, ask the seller how they determined the price for the business. BizBen viewers rated a hallmark store business, a gas station with real estate, and a chemical test lab opportunity as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on March 31, 2007
Buy A Liquor Store Tip: Check The Alcohol Trade Bureau
Today's Buy A Liquor Store Tip: Check The Alcohol Trade Bureau - If you are thinking of buying a liquor store, these web addresses will be helpful. BizBen viewers online rated a Curves franchise, a home theater company, and a gift shop business as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday by California business owners and business brokers on BizBen.com.
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Posted on March 25, 2007
Business For Sale Broker Tip: A Business Broker Qualifies Buyers
Today's Business For Sale Broker Tip: A Business Broker Qualifies Buyers - You can waste a lot of time talking to people who are not prepared or able to buy your business. BizBen viewers consisting of business buyers, business brokers, and business owners ranked a chauffeur service business, a cocktail lounge opportunity, and a auto body shop listing as some of the more popular California business opportunities that were added online yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on March 16, 2007
California Business Broker Tip: Before You Call A Business Broker
Today's California Business Broker Tip: Before You Call A Business Broker - Business brokers can waste a lot of time talking to unqualified buyers. Online BizBen viewers comprised mostly of business buyers throughout California rated a market listing, a speaker repair company, and a cigarette/groceries opportunity as some of the more popular California business listings for sale that were added yesterday on BizBen.com by business brokers, agents, and owners of small and mid-sized businesses.
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Posted on March 9, 2007
Buy Businesses Tip: Before You Buy A Business Do Your Research
Today's Buy Businesses Tip: Before You Buy A Business Do Your Research - Remember when you buy a business you are investing your life and often your savings into it. BizBen viewers rated a gas & wood stoves listing, an ice cream franchise business, and a pizza reataurant company as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com by business broker intermediaries and business owners.
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Posted on March 2, 2007
California Business For Sale Tip: Avoid Paying Taxes Twice
Today's California Business For Sale Tip: Avoid Paying Taxes Twice - If you are selling a business avoid paying double taxes on the sale. BizBen viewers rated a limousine service opportunity, an antique store listing, and a MAACO franchise as some of the more popular California business for sale listings that were added yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on February 28, 2007
Business Broker Tip: Broker Will Maintain Confidentility
Today's Business Broker Tip: A Business Broker Will Maintain Confidentility - Anyone who sells a business should be extremely concerned about confidentiality. BizBen viewers rated a recording studio listing, a car wash with real estate, and a deli and bakery company as some of the more popular California business listings for sale that were added yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on February 21, 2007
Business Acquisition Tip: Businesses Are Long Term Investments
Today's Business Acquisition Tip: Businesses Are Long Term Investments - Make a good decision on a business to buy and you could have a great long term investment. BizBen online viewers rated a coffee shop listing, an upscale resturant, and a gas station & mart opportunity as some of the more popular California business opportunity listings for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on February 14, 2007
Selling Company Tip: Everyone Is Offering Low
Today's Selling Company Tip: Everyone Is Offering Low - If everyone who makes an offer on your business is way below asking price that could be a sign. BizBen viewers rated a vending route company, a gas station with real estate, and a bakery & coffee shop listing as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com.
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Posted on February 9, 2007
Retail Business Sells With Help From Business Broker
George Arabian, a business broker with VR Business Brokers recently helped the sale of a retail business in San Francisco. George is a guest blogger on BizBen and holds monthly workshops for business buyers and sellers.
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Posted on February 5, 2007
California Business Broker Tip: Hiring A Business Broker
Today's California Business Broker Tip: Who Hired The Business Broker - A business broker has a business obligation to represent whoever hired them. BizBen viewers rated a video store listing, a gas station, and a kid's consignment business as some of the more popular California businesses for sale that were listed yesterday on BizBen.com by business brokers, small business owners, and agents.
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