Cash flow
$93,000
Revenue
$520,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 284801 | Available | 3/29/24
Situated in a bustling shopping center with exceptional visibility from the 10 Freeway, this thriving boba tea shop is an excellent business opportunity. Currently managed by an absentee owner, the shop boasts a fully equipped kitchen featuring a 10-foot hood, ideal for a range of offerings.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 285349 | Available | 3/29/24
Hammond Glass Engraving & Gifts has been an important part of the vibrant Santa Cruz County business community for 43 years. Hammond was selected for the 2020 Best Of Aptos in the Trophy Shop Category and maintains a Five-Star Yelp review.
Asking Price
$15,000
Cash flow
$275,000
Revenue
$978,000
Down
$449,000
Posting: 276639 | Available | 3/28/24
Very-high-profit market, due to having a virtual monopoly in the area. Located about 25 minutes from Silicon Valley, in a small town on the Coastal side of the San Mateo County mountains on one of the main roads connecting the Bay Area to the Coast, this market has a rustic outside.
Asking Price
$449,000
Cash flow
$218,000
Revenue
$1,040,000
Down
$470,000
Posting: 285882 | Available | 3/28/24
While numerous internet online stores are short-lived, this one has been around for more than 20 years. This online hobby craft store is enjoying a dedicated, loyal hobbyist customer base with stable profits - now, the owner would like to retire and spend more time with family.
Asking Price
$470,000
Cash flow
$564,000
Revenue
$4,656,752
Down
$200,000
Posting: 285865 | Available | 3/27/24
This established, highly profitable wastewater and septic service business in the upscale East Bay area of Los Angeles presents a unique opportunity. With a loyal customer base and a diversified service portfolio, this acquisition guarantees immediate return on investment and a smooth transition.
Asking Price
$1,850,000
Cash flow
$385,450
Revenue
$3,780,650
Down
$400,000
Posting: 285862 | Available | 3/27/24
This is a retail pharmacy is located in the East Riverside County. It has excellent cash flow with a high-profit margin. They have a large MediCal/Medicare patient base. It is located near 10 highway and was established in 2005. The average revenue is 3.5M and keeps growing.
Asking Price
$569,880
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$500,000
Down
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Posting: 276889 | Available | 3/27/24
This is a great opportunity for an owner-operator. Currently, it is absentee owner operated. This established business is located in downtown San Jose with busy foot traffic. The store is recovering very nicely after its closure during the pandemic. There is plenty of room for growth.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$100,000
Down
$149,000
Posting: 280291 | Available | 3/26/24
New opportunity to move your existing patient base into a State-of-the-Art, turn-key, USP-800 compliant retail pharmacy in the South Bay, approx. 3 miles from two major hospitals and situated on lush grounds with waterfalls, on the ground-floor, in a bustling, Class A medical area.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$64,430
Revenue
$786,684
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Posting: 281436 | Available | 3/26/24
This poke franchise specializes in exceptionally great demand for healthy and fresh food. It is located in a high foot traffic area along with a major grocery store, other businesses, parks, and trails. It is absentee run and if the buyer is involved, it may further enhance the business production.
Asking Price
$169,000
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Posting: 285851 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a great opportunity to take over a very stylish salon or bring in your own concept. It is a great Belmont Shore Long Beach location. There are six stations and two bowls. There are currently six stylists paying chair rentals. This one is definitely worth checking out.
Asking Price
$35,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 285763 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a liquor store for sale. The business hours are from 9am to 9pm. The State of New Mexico's new Alcoholic Business License Issue is strictly restricted. Seller's financing shall be possible for many years to a qualified buyer with a negotiable down payment.
Asking Price
$1,150,000
Cash flow
$174,000
Revenue
$480,000
Down
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Posting: 284308 | Available | 3/26/24
This coin laundry is well maintained and very clean, the best laundromat in town. It has an ample parking lot and an excellent and easy location. The asking price is $1,095,000.00 The seller requested a prospective buyer who has great experience in this field and runs his store diligently.
Asking Price
$1,095,000
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$305,332
Down
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Posting: 282218 | Available | 3/26/24
Long-established music school in Orange County operated by a part-time owner. The business has two major revenue streams which are instrument rentals and music lessons. Lessons are taught by subcontractors who have been with the company for a long time.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$30,506
Revenue
$483,191
Down
$150,000
Posting: 283232 | Available | 3/26/24
For sale is a top 3 leading pizza brand with over 60 years in business and more than 400+ restaurants in the US + globally. It was built in 1997 and under current ownership since 2014, this establishment is in a busy area of the largest city in Northern California.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 285830 | Available | 3/25/24
One of San Diego's landmark Thai restaurants is for sale in Mira Mesa. The 2,700 SF restaurant comes fully equipped with a 22' hood; combo walk-in freezer/cooler; specialty oven for their popular roasted Pork and Duck. There is also a 1,000 SF patio complementing the expansive interior seating.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$250,000
Revenue
$4,500,000
Down
$500,000
Posting: 285819 | Available | 3/25/24
Mobil branded station with C-Store and car wash. Circle K has master lease till 2048 and give three-year leases to dealer. Store has beer & wine license. It is about 30,000 SF land with C-store and car wash (dual system, works with or without brush). 8 MPD's & 4 UST's (3 10k & 1 12k
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
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Posting: 282399 | Available | 3/25/24
For sale is a Sinclair gas station with a snack and mechanic shop. The auto repair shop is rented month to month and is willing to remain at $6,000 monthly rent. The auto repair tenant is willing to sign a long-term lease. The station is presumed doing about 50 to 60K gallons/m of fuel.
Asking Price
$4,900,000
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Posting: 277839 | Available | 3/25/24
This is a brand-new gas station. Everything except for the underground storage tanks is brand new. There is no competition on the same corner and it is close to the 105 freeway. It is a new 2000 sf building with 4 MPDs, and it is built with high-quality materials and fixtures.
Asking Price
$7,300,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 283258 | Available | 3/25/24
For sale is a Chevron station (business only) exclusively offered by ICOA. It pumps 133,000/m (gas & diesel) at 60 ct and the snack shop is doing $30-35K/m (mostly cigarettes), so it has a high net profit. Rent is just over $19,000 (including CAM charges).
Asking Price
$1,600,000
Cash flow
$74,533
Revenue
$297,600
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Posting: 284691 | Available | 3/23/24
This is an opportunity for first-time buyers to own and operate a laundromat that was fully remodeled in 2019, with all soft mount washers that are highly efficient in utilities. Vend prices are on the low side, with a lot of opportunities to grow the income of the store. Rent is very reasonable.
Asking Price
$385,000
Cash flow
$35,160
Revenue
$119,580
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Posting: 285812 | In Escrow | 3/23/24
This coin op laundry has a steady flow of customers both new and old. The Seller, who is retiring, maintains the laundry like a professional. The Seller has owned an operated this laundromat for over 10 years. All of the equipment is in excellent condition.
Asking Price
$148,985
Cash flow
$78,884
Revenue
$733,466
Down
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Posting: 285810 | Available | 3/23/24
This 20+-year-old auto service shop established since 2001 is located in the Riverside/Moreno Valley area with can't miss massive freeway exposure. This mostly absentee owner owns another shop over an hour away. It has low rent and is absentee run.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$97,000
Revenue
$517,000
Down
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Posting: 283209 | In Contract | 3/22/24
This popular bakery specializes in cupcakes, custom cakes, cheesecakes, and bread pudding. It provides local customers with delicious confectionary baked goods. The business does a lot of wedding cakes and party orders. It is award-winning and is semi-absentee run.
Asking Price
$120,000
Cash flow
$751,107
Revenue
$2,281,386
Down
$3,000,000
Posting: 282785 | Available | 3/22/24
The business essentially created the popular niche for the premium products they create and sell. Started in 2017, all remote, loyal customer base, excellent reviews, 26 product SKUs, with more on deck. Seller works approximately 10 hours/week overseeing operations
Asking Price
$3,200,000
Cash flow
$29,200
Revenue
$134,280
Down
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Posting: 285766 | In Escrow | 3/21/24
This San Francisco self service laundromat is kept very clean with lots of plants that gives the laundry a nice feel. There are 25 commercial washers and 26 commercial dryers. The well managed self and full service laundries are doing very well as this is a basic business.
Asking Price
$138,985
Cash flow
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Revenue
$450,000
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Posting: 283414 | Available | 3/21/24
Price reduced to just the land value . The owner is retiring after 37 profitable years. SBA Qualified. They do used car sales, rental, and in-house financing. The office building is 862 sq. ft and the lot is 0.10 of an acre/4,350 sq. ft and is all included and valued at $600,000.
Asking Price
$599,000
Cash flow
$894,312
Revenue
$15,609,469
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Posting: 284898 | Available | 3/21/24
This gas station has convenient access and excellent visibility and this property boosts exponential growth and an impressive track record of success. This is an excellent and rare opportunity for you to own this well-established, organized, and outstanding gas station with real estate.
Asking Price
$9,900,000
Cash flow
$132,000
Revenue
$288,000
Down
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Posting: 282167 | Available | 3/21/24
If you like the high quality of service for the dry cleaning, this is the place and this is the perfect location for the dry cleaner. This is one of the best dry cleaners in the area and this is well established and well organized dry cleaner and the sales keep going up now.
Asking Price
$139,000
Total Investment
$100,000
Min Liquid Cash
$80,000
Net Worth
$100,000
Posting: 284068 | Available | 5/15/24
S.A.M offers individuals and companies of all sizes the opportunity to fulfill a passion for nurturing young minds while running a profitable and rewarding business. Our program uses the two-pillared approach of Classroom Engagement and Worksheet Reinforcement.
Franchise Fee
$25,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
$125,000
Posting: 286454 | Available | 5/15/24
Established in October 2023, this Sacramento Area towing venture is experiencing steady growth. Ideal for existing operators or aspiring entrepreneurs, it offers a turnkey solution with pre-existing marketing strategies, a functional website, and efficient lead generation systems.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$907,962
Down
$125,000
Posting: 283950 | Available | 5/18/24
This is a fully equipped retail tire sales and service center for sale. The sale includes $50,000 of inventory. Price can be reduced by the inventory amount if Buyer does not wish to take over the inventory. Property is available for sale at $2,490,000 or can be leased.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 285867 | Available | 5/14/24
This is a hospice agency for sale in Burbank, Los Angeles County, California, with first license only. It must pass the second survey. The price is $175K.
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
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Posting: 282202 | Available | 5/19/24
For an asset sale is a boba and snack shop. This shop has a very good rental rate ($1,900) and is located in the busy shopping center. The size of the store is 600sq. There's a 4-foot-long type 1 hood. Due to the asset sale, finances will not be available.
Asking Price
$99,999
Cash flow
$132,248
Revenue
$240,893
Down
$225,000
Posting: 284110 | Available | 5/18/24
This company is a well established precision metal machining business located in Auburn, CA. Customers include the growing optical industry, aeronautical as well electronics and food industries. The company can start with a sketch and deliver high quality parts that meet the most demanding specs.
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$525,000
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Posting: 285786 | Available | 5/17/24
This established pizza business is known for its premium pizzas and commitment to quality. While the current owner prioritizes quality over quantity, there's ample room for a new owner to convert to their own vision. It is a prime location in a shopping center with high visibility.
Asking Price
$245,000
Cash flow
$170,000
Revenue
$470,000
Down
$530,000
Posting: 285555 | Available | 5/19/24
This is a successfully established dry-cleaning business for sale in Alameda County, CA. The business was established more than 35 years. It has a great reputation and it's next to Safeway, so it has very steady foot traffic. The motivated sellers are looking to retire.
Asking Price
$530,000
Cash flow
$200,524
Revenue
$1,314,394
Down
$285,000
Posting: 285041 | Available | 5/16/24
This greater Silverlake/Glendale area market combines a carefully curated assortment of natural and organic wines, beers, spirits and beverages, food, merchandise and home goods with organic produce, breads and specialty provisions sourced locally to ensure freshness.
Asking Price
$285,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$1,046,000
Down
$181,250
Posting: 284627 | Available | 5/14/24
New Pricing! These are ten FedEx home & ground delivery routes for sale for $725,000. Currently grossing at $1,046,000 + and has estimated adjusted cash flow of $200,000 + per year. This includes 10 FedEx delivery vehicles that are worth an estimated $313,000 and 11 employees (FT & PT) in place.
Asking Price
$725,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 284106 | Available | 5/15/24
This is a well-established business located in a busy shopping complex and has been open for 30 years, full-service dry-cleaning and professional alternation. They have an excellent alteration business. The seller claims gross income for 2023 will be close to $300,000.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$82,216
Revenue
$731,213
Down
$150,000
Posting: 283846 | Available | 5/18/24
This charming breakfast and lunch restaurant caters to your taste buds for breakfast and lunch. In business for 25 years and nestled in the heart of a rustic marina, this restaurant is a cozy and inviting space that exudes a warm, rustic ambiance. Our menu features a delectable array of dishes.
Asking Price
$150,000
Total Investment
$69,000
Min Liquid Cash
$59,000
Net Worth
N/A
Posting: 285583 | Available | 5/19/24
Own your very own Quick Mart convenience store. It is better than a 7-Eleven and Circle K. There are no monthly fees and no franchise fees, just a one-time payment of $99,999. Training to run your store usually takes just 3 days. Business opportunity fee: $20,000 included in $99K.
Franchise Fee
$0
Cash flow
$52,612
Revenue
$268,777
Down
$125,000
Posting: 283393 | Available | 5/18/24
For sale is a boutique facial spa located in Contra Costa County. Centrally located in town and a staple of the community, the spa is renowned for its service & dedication to customer care. Owners are looking to retire & pass the baton to an owner who will put as much dedication into the business.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$131,973
Revenue
$276,507
Down
$260,000
Posting: 285719 | Available | 5/18/24
This burgeoning Encino eatery is the quintessential 5-day deli opportunity that boasts solid earnings despite its abbreviated operating hours. The venue, which is known for its high foot traffic location and inviting atmosphere, provides a cozy space.
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$351,239
Down
$125,000
Posting: 286450 | Available | 5/14/24
Opportunity to own a premier upscale franchised fitness studio in East Bay an established business in a health-conscious community with growth potential. What sets this facility apart is its state-of-the-art facilities with top-of-the-line fitness equipment, a fully operational business.
Asking Price
$125,000
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Posting: 285056 | Available | 5/16/24
Experience the epitome of elegance and refinement at our renowned establishment, where breathtaking views, exquisite dining, and a romantic ambiance converge to create an unparalleled dining experience. It is recognized as the Inland Empire's premier destination for romance and ambiance.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
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Posting: 285746 | Available | 5/17/24
A dog grooming shop, established in 1968 with the same owner, is located in an upscale neighborhood with a lot of foot traffic and Mountain View. This fully remodeled salon offers full-service grooming for dogs and cats. The shop spans 1,250 sq ft.
Asking Price
$125,000
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Posting: 278573 | Available | 5/19/24
For sale is an established agency in Aiken County South Carolina with a great business climate. The agency has an excellent retention ratio of 90% + and a very profitable loss ratio. The agency consists of preferred auto/homeowners with a great opportunity to grow in cross-sales.
Asking Price
$833,000
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Posting: 284105 | Available | 5/15/24
This is an absentee-run Subway franchise for sale in a busy shopping centre near Safeway. There is a lot more potential for more profits/sales with an owner-operator. This store was recently remodeled. Subway is the world's largest sub sandwich chain with more than 40,000 locations.
Asking Price
$120,000
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Posting: 286615 | Available | 5/16/24
We own a grocery store and have a space in our parking lot for either a food truck or a taco truck. It is a very busy store and is a great space with lots of homes in community. Terms are negotiable. (Store is open from 6am to 12am, so no issue on hours of operation).
Lease Amount
$0
Cash flow
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Revenue
$960,000
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Posting: 286537 | Available | 5/19/24
A rare opportunity exists to own a well-established liquor store with gas, operating on a large commercial-zoned real estate lot with short operating hours. The monthly rent from two rental properties amounts to $6,250.
Asking Price
$2,600,000
Cash flow
$249,243
Revenue
$413,345
Down
$669,000
Posting: 286455 | Available | 5/15/24
Civil engineering firms or individuals with PEs who are looking to establish their own firm will find this rare opportunity very attractive. It offers the chance to acquire an established, profitable civil engineering firm with a stellar portfolio of completed projects.
Asking Price
$669,000
Cash flow
$219,950
Revenue
$219,950
Down
$2,900,000
Posting: 283295 | Available | 5/19/24
This Silverlake restaurant and bar with liquor, onsite parking, and excellent street visibility boasts what may arguably be the most coveted outdoor patio in the area. The venue has 3 dining areas that open into an adjacent bar and outdoor patio. The corner property is included!
Asking Price
$2,900,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$550
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Posting: 274482 | Available | 5/19/24
Top brand blinds, shades, shutters, etc retail. Easy to operate profitable and potential business even without advertisements or marketing. Ideal location on a high-traffic major street and the hub of Silicon Valley. Increasing sales yearly with many repeat & new customers. Price was lowered.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$235,715
Revenue
$1,320,000
Down
$25
Posting: 284079 | Available | 5/16/24
This high end market is conveniently located inside the retail area of one of the most luxurious apartment communities in North San Jose. This business is a famous contemporary market stocking snacks, Organic products, groceries, beer, and wine selections.
Asking Price
$899,000
Cash flow
$46,623
Revenue
$381,554
Down
$35,000
Posting: 286109 | Available | 5/17/24
This is a rare full-service salon in the heart of a bustling neighborhood an inviting full-service salon located in a prime area close to multiple apartment buildings and hotels, in a historic location. Offering a range of luxurious services including haircuts, balayage, highlights, nails, etc.
Asking Price
$89,000
Cash flow
$856,324
Revenue
$4,312,122
Down
$290,000
Posting: 283337 | Available | 5/19/24
This pet supply and feed store has been a cherished staple in the community for 41 years. Founded with a vision to provide unmatched service and products, the business thrives on a well-structured model and a dedicated team. The business prides itself on customer service and wide product selection.
Asking Price
$2,900,000
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Many business owners fail to maximize their business' value because they don't have a proper strategy in place to do so. Failure to maximize your businesses value will make it harder to attract the most qualified buyers. Have a plan that ensures your business is as attractive & valuable as possible.
A business buyer in our ProBuy Program searching to buy a business asked me to sum up what I though the biggest mistakes business buyers make when they search for and bought a small business. I asked ProIntermediaries on BizBen their thoughts on the matter and received a diverse response.
It is not uncommon for business Owner/Sellers to get uncomfortable when a potential Buyer requires a SBA loan to purchase the Seller's business. Often times Owner/Sellers will say "the Buyer is the one getting the loan; why am I the one under the microscope?" This blog post addresses this topic.
Depending on the type of business being sold, a month-to-month situation can be severely detrimental to the value of the business. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen (and Lead Facilitator at BizBen) explores the issue of month to month leases in this blog/article.
Throughout the recession, it was very difficult to get approved for business purchase financing. If you are considering incorporating some alternative funding sources in your next small business acquisition, here is what you need to know to protect yourself and your investment.
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.
Using an earn out can benefit both buyer & seller of a business purchase. A recent question by a buyer in the BizBen ProBuy Program about the best way to structure a business earn out prompted me to ask a panel of BizBen Resources how they would deal with the buyers question on earn out structures.
In this month's Business Buyer survey for BizBen.com, we asked participants in our ProBuy Program and 250 other random business buyers what they look for and avoid when looking at a business for sale postings online. Of the 20 potential posting characteristics we asked about, 8 stood out.
80% of all California business buyers never end up buying a business! Many factors contribute to this statistic, but by following the points below and utilizing the ProBuy Method of buying a business you should be successful in locating a business that interests you and completing the transaction!
You have a strong entrepreneurial spirit. You know you want to be a small business owner. Now what? Do you buy an existing business or start one from scratch? An existing business can save a lot of time and effort. I will share with you some of the advantages of buying an existing business.
For those who don't know, a non-compete agreement is a contract between a buyer and seller of a business, which after the sale, prohibits the seller from engaging in direct competition with the business they previously sold. Joe Ranieri (Business Broker) adds this topic to a BizBen Discussion Post.
In our BizBen.com June 2021 Monthly Report the top ProIntermediaries and ProAdvisors on BizBen offer their thoughts about the current status of the business for sale marketplace with trends and predictions for Business Buyers, Owner/Sellers, Business Brokers, Agents, Advisors in the near future.
Sometimes business brokers just can't win with their clients, because if an offer comes in too fast & too early then they must have lowballed the price & the seller is suspicious, and if not enough offers come in after putting the business on the market - they may look unproductive to their clients.
As the year winds down, it's tempting for business brokers to go through their old files and throw them out to make room for new client's folders, but that would be foolish. Joe Ranieri (Orange County Business broker) discusses strategies for saving files - a key annual strategy for brokers/agents.
When seeking SBA loan financing many potential business buyers have wrong information about the process of securing the best financing to buy a business. Peter Siegel, MBA a business purchase financing expert delves into the myths regarding SBA financing and business purchase financing.
We're hearing more and more about "crowd funding" through sites like gofundme and kickstarter as a possible way to raise the cash needed to buy a small business. This method of collecting funds has proven successful in other kinds of situations. Could this strategy work when buying a small business?
We all understand the idea of paying too much for a small business. But is there such a thing as not paying enough? That seems like an odd notion, but I'm familiar with situations in which a buyer acquired a small business for a figure substantially under what probably was market value.
Buying a small business is hard enough when there is no competition, so how might a buyer navigate the process when there is additional competition from other buyers? Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program) and others explain a few of the ways that a buyer can beat out other buyers.
When purchasing a small to mid-szied business, there are a multitude of things to evaluate. One area that is often overlooked is the business's culture. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen discusses with potential buyers the importance of understanding how the business runs on a day-to-day basis.
Negotiating the terms of a business deal is a delicate process, where one wrong move can cost you the business that you wanted to purchase. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses the ins and outs of negotiations, and how to work well with the seller to get a deal done.
It's important to remember that selling a business takes time. Unlike selling a house, which can be sold relatively fast, a business can take up to six months to a year to sell. I discuss this topic with other advisors and intermediaries on this BizBen Discussion.
There are a lot of misconceptions about what enhances the value of a business. The following factors in this Discussion are aspects of a business that really drives its value and pricing. A business owner asked me this question today so I wanted to get others view points as well in this Discussion.
It can take months, sometimes longer to sell a small business. Here are 6 questions plus other information from myself plus other BizBen Users to ask yourself to help you determine why your small to mid-sized California business isn't selling. You might be surprised what those reasons are!
Should I Sell My Business During The Holidays Or Wait Till After The New Year? Business Broker Joe Ranieri and others chime in on this BizBen Discussion about selling a business during the Holiday Season.
Applying for a business acquisition loan can be challenging for someone who hasn't been through that process in the past. If one has a mortgage one knows that the value of the property being pledged has to at least equal the amount of the loan, SBA loans to buy a small business are very different.
Yes, there are ways to find businesses with growth potential that can be purchased with modest investments. But before offering any ideas about finding cheap businesses, it's important to review some of the risks involved. Peter Siegel (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses this topic with others.
At What Point Do You Show Key Marketing Info And Materials To Buyers? Robb Hartman, Business Broker at BizBen discusses this topic with others on this BizBen Discussion.
Business buyers many times ask in my ProBuy consulting sessions - how long should I ask for due-diligence when buying a small business? The answer really depends on several factors. They include: type of business, demand for the business, complexity of the business. Advisors weigh in on this topic.
The owner selling the business doesn't have recent financial information or documentation but insists revenues are increasing. Should buyers believe the seller? What should buyers do in this situation? ProIntermediaries on BizBen answer the question of verifying seller / owner's financial claims.
When considering buying a business that is losing money one has to be very careful. There are reasons that the business could be losing money that aren't fatal or extremely difficult to fix and there are other reasons that should send you running in the other direction. Peter Siegel, MBA explains.
Asking the seller straightforward questions and getting straightforward answers in return is an important part of the buying and due diligence process. In this Discussion, both ProIntermediaries and Advisors offer thorough questions you should be asking during your meeting with a business seller.
Valuing a small business is not guess work. It's not what some other businesses of the same type may have or may not have been sold for, it's not even what a business owner "feels" they want or deserve. It is a formula based on many factors. Peter Siegel, MBA from BizBen & others discuss this topic.
