Deal And Escrow
Challenges of Running a Small Business in Houston
New businesses bring many opportunities, but they also come with the unique challenges of running a small business or buying a business in Houston that can make or break success. From navigating local laws and zoning to hiring skilled employees and managing costs, entrepreneurs must be well-prepared
6 Successful Traits Of Top Business Brokers: New Survey Results
The latest BizBen.com survey of Business Brokers and Agents outlined what it takes to be a top ten percent performer in the business brokerage industry. From good communication to utilizing your resources, these traits are something to take note of and put into practice to be successful.
Working Out A Deal: Things To Consider When Buying A Boutique Fitness Gym
First thing you may be asking, what is a boutique gym? Simple, a boutique fitness gym is on average much smaller than your typical large-scale gym, ranging from 800 to 2,500 sq feet. In this BizBen blog post, Joe Ranieri (Southern California Business Broker) discusses this topic for gym buyers.
Avoiding The LOI: Why This Business Broker Favors APAs Over LOIs
In my opinion and experience, an LOI may very well be appropriate for lower middle market transactions of $5,000,000 or more; but, for deals less than that an Asset Purchase Agreement ("APA") with contingencies on the actions of the buyer (and seller) is much more efficient and effective.
Industry Outlook: Laundromat Trends And Outlook
Laundry buyers and investors should expect both challenging times and opportunities for success in 2022 and 2023. Chuck Post, Laundry Industry Advisor explores growth opportunities, equipment advances, industry challenges and trends all laundromat buyers and investors should know about.
Ten Ways to Avoid a Lawsuit When Selling Your Business
Despite precautions, business owners often face lawsuits, even when innocent. Litigation, even if won, means losses in money, time, and resources, leading to uncertainty and negative publicity
Buying An eCommerce Business: Finding Online Businesses That Work For You
When buying an eCommerce business several factors come into play: market position, competition, growth areas, recurring customer base factors and ratios, etc. On this BizBen blog post Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen Director, Financing Expert) addresses some of these eCommerce factors for business buyers.
Financing A Business Purchase With Limited Or No Real Estate Collateral
In my experience working with the "right banks and financial institutions" repayment ability sometimes overrules collateral pledged by someone needing financing for a business purchase or a down payment. Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen's ProBuy, ProSell Lead Facilitator explores this important topic.
Buying A Mailbox And Packaging Store That Posts Profits: Tips For Buyers
Californians who want to buy a mailbox and packaging store serving individuals as well as the growing market of small businesses can benefit from several profit centers as these enterprises offer a variety of services. It's a good idea to know some facts about the business before making an offer.
Recycling Services: 3 Businesses That Will Turn Old Stuff Into New Money
People think of recycling and think of a facility that recycles trash. While this is true a large facility is expensive to open and operate. With that said, in this post, I will focus on 3 small business opportunities in the recycling industry that are more manageable for the average entrepreneur.
