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Posting: 281761 | Available | 2/29/24
This 2-year-old Palm Springs Area residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE) licensed with the Department of Social Service for 6 beds boasts a warm and compassionate environment in a spacious and well-manicured living space for elderly residents in need of personalized care and support.
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$158,000
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Posting: 285226 | Available | 2/17/24
Tangible asset sale! Located on a bustling street in Laguna Beach, this property is within walking distance of the beach. This is a turn-key opportunity for a sushi restaurant. The sale includes good conditions of the Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment (FF&E) and a Type 41 license.
Asking Price
$199,999
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Posting: 285147 | Available | 2/13/24
For sale is a well-established mailbox business. It is just like a UPS store but this is an independent store. It has been established for over 30 plus years same location and 5 years by current owner with 460 mailboxes currently 70% full. It is closed on Sundays. This is ideal for husband and wife.
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$119,000
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Posting: 285094 | Available | 2/9/24
This is a turnkey wine bar and bottle shop business for Sale! Situated in a prime location adjacent to San Diego Bay and Seaport Village, this unique establishment has been serving patrons since July 2022. Nestled within a bustling shopping center alongside renowned brands.
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$139,000
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Posting: 281775 | Available | 2/8/24
This Santa Ana restaurant and bar is located in the heart of its popular historic district. The venue boasts a versatile layout in a prime location with liquor, sidewalk seating, convenient access, and stellar street visibility.
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$299,000
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Posting: 246661 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is an asset sale Taiwanese boba tea, shaved ice, and dessert restaurant. It is well-known to the young crowd and locals. The owner has another business venture that requires his full attention. The store size is 2,237 sq ft. and the rent is $6,800/month. The lease terms are 5+5.
Asking Price
$119,000
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Posting: 277954 | Available | 1/29/24
For sale is a sushi restaurant that is in a great location with huge potential. The new owners can change any concept restaurant or keep the sushi restaurant. They have a Type 47 alcohol license. You can sell any alcohol. This restaurant has a hard liquor bar. The store size is 4,800 sq ft.
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$450,000
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Posting: 284879 | Available | 1/27/24
The owner has spent close to a year setting up a manufacturing facility that can produce different plastic container products used in the food industry. All machines have been bought from a top machine producer in the world. They have all been shipped and installed.
Asking Price
$800,000
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Posting: 284797 | Available | 1/23/24
This is a fantastic opportunity to take over this running coffee & hot sandwich shop with great potential. This is a great space for maximizing Uber Eats & Door Dash. The store is ready to be a neighborhood favorite!
Asking Price
$165,000
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Posting: 280905 | Available | 1/21/24
For sale is a Korean restaurant. It is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. It's located in a prime location in CA. It is located in a popular, large, famous shopping mall. Business hours are open from 11:30 am - 8 pm (Wed-Sun).
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$125,000
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Posting: 284736 | Available | 1/18/24
Fast food restaurant in an excellent location in the Downtown area of a popular city in Orange County. The daily traffic count passing by the restaurant is 45,700 cars per day. Established in January 2021, it is open and operating. The food use can be expanded or changed to another food use.
Asking Price
$44,000
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$368,000
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Posting: 280651 | Available | 1/16/24
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a renowned and much-loved Los Angeles landmark business. The owners are retiring after 40 successful years. For four decades this marketplace has remained profitable throughout numerous economic cycles.
Asking Price
$399,950
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Posting: 284654 | Available | 1/12/24
This is a fantastic opportunity to take over this prime location with great potential in the Davis Commons Shopping Center. This fully built-out kitchen is immediately ready for any fast-casual restaurant concept!
Asking Price
$250,000
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Posting: 269110 | Available | 1/10/24
This is a top location with very seasoned accounts for pool service routes. Top great paying accounts are all guaranteed 90 days through escrow. 50 accounts are $7,000 recurring plus extra income from filter cleans and other maintenance items. This is a home-based business that has a lot to offer.
Asking Price
$70,000
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Posting: 283695 | Available | 12/27/23
This restaurant is located in a commercial shopping center in Fremont. This i ideal for a sandwich shop, ice cream shop or flower shop etc. This shopping center is located among many expensive homes in a high-end neighborhood. There is no business transfer fee.
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Posting: 284159 | Available | 12/5/23
For sale is a great location for bakery, sandwich, tea, coffee, dessert store, etc. There is plenty of parking. There are lots of great restaurants nearby and Costco is just a mile away. It is 1,100 sq. ft and the rent is $3,780 (negotiable)/CAM is $1,058.40 with a 5-year lease (negotiable).
Asking Price
$55,000
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Posting: 282876 | In Escrow | 11/26/23
Priced to sell quickly is a shop selling delicious, popular chicken sandwiches and tender strips. It has sa fully equipped kitchen with 19 ft hood, grill, fryers, walk-in cooler & freezer and grease interceptor. It is located on a busy street, surrounded by a business park, warehouse, retail shops.
Asking Price
$95,000
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Posting: 283923 | Available | 11/19/23
This 7-Eleven is the best store for people who are on the go and looking for a one-stop shop to buy everyday products. It has a variety of consumable products, services, general food, and gasoline. The typical outlet is small in size and carries a limited stock of food and drinks.
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$489,000
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Posting: 283851 | Available | 11/14/23
This is a fully-fixtured restaurant asset sale in Carmel Valley in an excellent shopping center near the I-5 and SR-56 highways. They are in a great anchor and co-tenants and lots of parking in front of the restaurant. A Type 41 liquor license is included in the sale.
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$79,000
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Posting: 283192 | Available | 11/14/23
For asset sale is an existing Subway franchise sandwich shop that could be converted to any kind of restaurant. It's located in Fremont, California (Alameda County) for only $90,000.
Asking Price
$90,000
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Posting: 283087 | Available | 11/14/23
This West Hollywood bar and grill, which has been a perennial hot spot for nearly 15 years, boasts stellar street visibility, an ideal outdoor patio, entertainment and its own onsite parking lot.
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$1,300,000
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Posting: 264655 | Available | 11/7/23
Child care / after school / day care business for sale location! Location! Location! This after school / day care facility with great location of walking distance to 4 schools. Across street is american high school. Sign nda for financial data.Submit offers.
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$125,000
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Posting: 255665 | Available | 11/4/23
For sale is a 15-year-old window tinting company. Their sales are 30% commercial and residential buildings, 60% automobile, and 10% walk-in customers. For over 10 years they've had loyal car dealers' accounts. 7-10 car dealers are from Toyota, Audi, Porsche, Honda, Bentley, Cadillac, and more.
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$449,000
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Posting: 283461 | Available | 10/20/23
San Diego Laundromat redevelopment project (North County). PBI Laundry Consulting, Inc. Has a new San Diego County re-tool project available. The area boasts a high Hispanic population with large families and a high percentage of renters. The market area is gentrifying at this time.
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$550,000
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Posting: 283455 | Available | 10/20/23
Selling all assets utilized for the operation of a structural concrete business with Seller financing on great terms. Must be relocated. Fantastic chance to become an Owner!
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$320,000
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Posting: 280261 | In Contract | 10/13/23
For sale is a well-established preschool licensed for 71 children with ages 2-5 years. 4 large classrooms, a private office, a multi-purpose room, and several fenced playground areas. It is located in a great location with commercial businesses and residential.2697 square feet expansion room.
Asking Price
$595,000
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Posting: 276028 | Available | 10/11/23
This 30-year-old industrial cleaning distribution business has two locations to service Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties. This company boasts over 650 customers with 7 employees, two customer service locations, and trucks to operate the business.
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$1,500,000
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Posting: 272648 | Available | 10/11/23
For sale is a great Mediterranean fast food restaurant in the South Bay at a great location for over 12 years! It has a total of over 150K in Sellers Discretionary Earning for the new buyer. It is a very manageable business with two employees and one working owner.
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$250,000
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Posting: 286469 | Available | 5/15/24
An established boba business is selling a high-performing store, along with exclusive territory rights for the Bay Area. The business offers several streams of residual income and operates as a turnkey operation, making it easy to manage. However, potential buyers must possess restaurant experience.
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$750,000
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Posting: 285637 | Available | 5/12/24
This is a great opportunity to get into the bar business. This establishment has been around for over a decade. The neighborhood bar is located in a vibrant setting surrounded by multiple restaurants and other bars. This bar is known for creative and fun cocktails. A local iconic spot with regulars.
Asking Price
$399,999
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Posting: 285786 | Available | 5/10/24
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.
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$245,000
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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.
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$125,000
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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.
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$200,000
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Posting: 284472 | Available | 5/15/24
This is an exceptional restaurant & banquet facility for sale! This is a full-service banquet facility with ABC Type 47 liquor license & ABC Type 58 for catering. They have a seating capacity of over 360. There is vast parking space for guests and it is easily accessible from major freeways.
Asking Price
$4,500,000
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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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$200,524
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$1,314,394
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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
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$235,715
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$1,320,000
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Posting: 284079 | Available | 5/10/24
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.
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$899,000
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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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$132,248
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Posting: 284110 | Available | 5/11/24
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.
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$225,000
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Posting: 286567 | Available | 5/14/24
For sale is an upscale full-service modern hair salon with in the heart of Downtown Alhambra. This salon has 10 stations and 3 shampoo bowls. The salon offers precision haircuts, custom coloring, re-texturizing straight and curly hair, and updos. Individual room for lash extensions, massage& waxing
Asking Price
$65,000
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Posting: 286054 | Available | 5/10/24
For sale is a Mexican restaurant that is located inside a major shopping center with a supermarket anchor. No other Mexican restaurants in the complex & cannot open a new Mexican restaurant according to our lease agreement. There is plenty of parking. It has a beer & wine license.
Asking Price
$439,900
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$127,008
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$1,617,809
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Posting: 283543 | Available | 5/11/24
Founded in 1960, this company has completed wide-ranging residential projects from full bathroom and kitchen remodels to constructing a basement under an existing home. The company runs with a long-term crew and a designer who also serves as the office manager.
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$300,000
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Posting: 286166 | Available | 5/11/24
A brand new home health agency is available for sale. The sale includes the initial state license approved by CDPH. The license is fully transferable and is approved for the following counties: LA, Orange, San Bernardino, Ventura, Riverside, and San Diego.
Asking Price
$60,000
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Posting: 285604 | Available | 5/10/24
For sale is a brand-new home health care agency located in Fresno, CA. We have an Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) home health agency. This home health care agency is fully licensed by California DPHS-Accredited by ACHC-Medicare Provider, and ready to bill.
Asking Price
$375,000
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$851,672
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$3,430,536
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Posting: 284146 | In Contract | 5/10/24
With a successful track record for over 25 years, this business has provided janitorial and cleaning services to over 150 recurring clients throughout San Diego County. Consistently generates over $3million in recurring revenue year over year with impressive profit margins between 26-27%.
Asking Price
$3,500,000
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$167,697
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$545,484
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Posting: 283567 | Available | 5/15/24
This is a well-established sheet metal fabrication business specializing in mail order vintage car replacement parts. Business has a strong online presence. Catalogs are available both online and in print. Owners are ready to retire after operating the business since 1994.
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$480,000
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Posting: 278573 | Available | 5/12/24
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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$180,000
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Posting: 274482 | Available | 5/12/24
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.
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$200,000
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Posting: 286142 | Available | 5/14/24
Award Winning Aveda Salon is for sale. The salon and spa is located in the vibrant, sought-after neighborhood of Ocean Beach, San Diego.
Asking Price
$130,000
Cash flow
$196,800
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$480,000
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Posting: 286461 | Available | 5/14/24
GB Laundry Brokers is currently offering a spacious laundromat spanning 4,063 sq ft in Sacramento CA. The laundromat is on a very busy street with ample parking, and a loyal customer base. This location has a lot of potential for growth with the right operator.
Asking Price
$1,300,000
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Posting: 285746 | Available | 5/10/24
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
Total Investment
$543,000
Min Liquid Cash
$200,000
Net Worth
$200,000
Posting: 284007 | Available | 5/15/24
Take a BITE out of the pet care industry with five key revenue drivers in one modern facility! Founded in 2009 by a visionary who had spent years in research and planning for an all-inclusive dog care facility, The Dog Stop, has now developed throughout 21 states.
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$49,500
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Posting: 283950 | Available | 5/11/24
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
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$46,623
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$381,554
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Posting: 286109 | Available | 5/10/24
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
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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
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$52,612
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$268,777
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Posting: 283393 | Available | 5/11/24
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
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A potential small business owner/seller asks the question: I have a preschool and am thinking about selling it but my lease is ending soon. What would be the best thing to do? Do I renew the contract or do I act the landlord to sign a contract to the new buyer? and is it a good time to sell?
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Coin operated laundry for sale (also referred to as a laundromat), which typically can yield a 20% to 30% profit (before taxes, interest, depreciation and amortization) on gross revenues to the owner. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen.com discusses this topic on buying small to mid-sized laundromats.
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There are several things to consider when placing a value on a preschool. Businesses that are regarded as leading preschools in their area can go for premium prices so know what you have so a potential buyer can't take advantage of your lack of knowledge. Peter Siegel with BizBen.com explains.
If you are open to exploring the franchise opportunities available the commercial cleaning industry is an area you should consider. Commercial cleaning franchises are quickly becoming a popular choice among business buyers and here are my 6 reasons why you should consider buying one.
Buyers interested in buying a janitorial cleaning business will find companies in this industry for sale that are quite profitable. Careful due diligence, including the six factors covered in this blog post, is advised before completing a deal. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen explores this industry.
One of the most important steps in buying a business is doing your due diligence. When buying a California winery, there are three major areas to focus your attention during this period of research. Learn about these three factors in this BizBen blog post on wine industry due diligence for buyers.
A business buyer in the BizBen ProBuy Program asks how to handle the inventory amount in the purchase price of a business. Other questions answered in this article: Do you add the inventory value to the business value? Should the owner be expected to take back a note for the value of the inventory?
How does the laundromat business look as we enter this changing environment? Is it still as easy to operate a laundry and be profitable? Is it still the American Dream Business that it has been known to be? Yes, but… Chuck Post, Laundry Advisor & Consultant initiates this BizBen Discussion post.
We are finding that many laundry buyers and investors are not being given true light to selected elements of value or there are inconsistencies in the interpretation of these elements of value. This common error needs to be addressed. In this BizBen Discussion we address many of those factors.
Chuck Post a laundry consultant, specialty broker, buyer representative & due diligence advisor starts this discussion on why it's important to have an exit strategy in mind while buying a laundromat! He & others explain why this concept is so important for buyers especially in the laundry business.
However all the laundry listings are asking 4X to 5X multiple for an asking price! Is this reasonable, standard? We are are looking buy either a coin or a card laundry and want to pay a "fair" price. What factors go into valuing a laundry business these days? Multiple Advisors answer this question.
When buying an Elderly Care Home what should potential buyers always ask the broker or owner before proceeding? Find out in this Discussion on BizBen. Items buyers of elderly care homes will want to know more about why the seller is moving on, average length of stay, placement fees paid, etc.
A business buyer asks about the viability and purchase of a home health care service and about the future of this industry - Peter Siegel, MBA takes on this question with other ProIntermediaries & Advisors on BizBen regarding the home health care industry and it's future for potential buyers.
I would like to start this discussion and see what other BizBen Users feel about (and possible contribute to this list via a comment and replies below) what items/questions/information buyers should be thinking about during the due diligence and buying process of manufacturing related businesses.
Is a dog grooming business for you? Business broker Joe Ranieri ponders this question with BizBen viewers and answers this question along with other intermediaries and advisors. Some replies cover: brick and mortar vs. mobile, licenses & certifications, maintaining and growing a clientel, etc.
The only time to get an exact and accurate inventory count, and valuation, is at the time the business is being transferred. To do so beforehand, would mean that any merchandise sold after inventory is taken, but before close of escrow - Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen & others discuss this topic.
Buying a liquor store can present some major challenges to business buyers - a recent client on the BizBen ProBuy Program relates to Peter Siegel, MBA what the major challenges may be when searching for and buying a Californa liquor store business. I welcome other Advisors to weigh in on this topic.
Buying a gas station can be a profitable business. From my experience, here are the pros & cons of buying a gas station that I share with BizBen ProBuy Buyers when they come to me to to get pre-qualified for financing to buy a gas station (with or without real estate). I discuss all these factors.
How much money should you expect to make when buying an automatic car wash? Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program Director and Business Purchase Financing Expert) explains with other brokers, intermediaries, and advisors info on this topic.
This is a hard question to answer specifically without any knowledge of the business. What kind of car wash it is (auto, self-serve, or full service)?, How many bays does the car wash have? Is there any other streams of revenue? We discuss this topic regarding car washes on this BizBen Discussion.
Before purchasing a car wash (quick serve or full serve) you must understand that the industry as a whole will provide you with plenty of competition. More importantly, depending on what your interests are, you will identify what type of car wash you want. We discuss this all in this Discussion.
Doing due diligence when buying any type of business is extremely important. Regardless of what type of business you are buying there are certain things you will always look at such as, financials, equipment, legal issues etc. We take a look at several angles for optimal gas station due diligence.
In this Discussion, we define financing options available to potential restaurant buyers when purchasing a small to mid-sized restaurant business (with or without real estate). When it comes to financing a restaurant purchase, potential restaurant buyers have several options to choose from.
Buying a small to mid-sized restaurant can have many pitfalls, and potential restaurant buyers should know how to avoid getting burned! Several restaurant advisors weigh in with (Peter Siegel, MBA at BizBen) and discuss tips for buying a restaurant in California.
Was chatting with a potential buyer of a restaurant in our BizBen ProBuy Program and he asked me what he should look for in due diligence when he finally did find a restaurant he was interested in. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen and others on BizBen explore this topic.
Ice cream shops are a favorite with buyers of small businesses, but many times don't know what to look for when seeking a purchase of a shop. Joe Ranieri and other intermediaries and advisors share their experience and expertise to potential ice cream shop owners. Explore these tips to learn more.
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.
