Total Investment
$200,000
Min Liquid Cash
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Posting: 284296 | Available | 4/16/24
More than just a business opportunity. Own a profitable business in one of the least saturated industries in the country even if you have no experience. The thousands of people who win law suits daily are all your potential customers.
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Posting: 279812 | Available | 4/14/24
This well-established award-winning Agency has been serving the Wilmington area since 1986. The office is located between several major cities on the East Coast and has a diverse population of many rich cultures and communities.
Asking Price
$680,000
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Posting: 278808 | Available | 4/14/24
The established 2-year agency is located in a desirable location. This 2.1 million earned premium agency is consistent with a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross sales as well as life/financial services.
Asking Price
$511,450
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Posting: 278573 | Available | 4/14/24
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
Cash flow
$1,716,273
Revenue
$2,302,929
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Posting: 286120 | Available | 4/14/24
This profitable trio of companies is comprised of three separate entities; one for each of the financial services provided. An acquisition would include the Insurance Brokerage (a California S-Corp), a Financial Planning Corporation (a California S-Corp), and a payroll solutions company.
Asking Price
$12,000,000
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Posting: 281035 | Available | 4/11/24
This is one of the best agencies in the SWFL area and located in one of the highest growth areas of the country Naples, FL This book of business is priced to sale and comprised of approximately $6 million in Preferred Auto/Property premium and approximately $6 million in Brokered Property premium.
Asking Price
$4,100,000
Cash flow
$95,000
Revenue
$140,000
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Posting: 282426 | Available | 4/9/24
For sale is an established, 29+-year-old property and casualty insurance agency. The majority of the clients are Russian and Ukraine have been with the agency for many years. The dedicated office manager, who has been an integral part of the company for 19 years.
Asking Price
$119,000
Cash flow
$685,000
Revenue
$1,477,569
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Posting: 284722 | Available | 4/4/24
For sale is a highly profitable and highly respected consulting company specializing in change management. Hit the ground running and start realizing immediate ROI with this well-established management consulting company.
Asking Price
$1,700,000
Cash flow
$177,613
Revenue
$648,954
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Posting: 284612 | Available | 4/4/24
This is a profitable, reputable public adjusting firm dedicated to assisting insured policyholders through the complex insurance claims process. The company provides expert guidance and support during property loss situations.
Asking Price
$599,000
Cash flow
$56,394
Revenue
$100,553
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Posting: 284712 | Available | 4/1/24
This is a well-established business that has been serving the community of Morgan Hill for over 20 years offering check cashing services, bill pay, and money transfer services. The business could be expanded by the addition of payday loan advances to further meet the needs of the community.
Asking Price
$55,000
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Posting: 285848 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a great opportunity to acquire an excellent turn-key agency in the growing community of Goose Creek, SC. The agency currently earned the 'Elite' Agency Achievement tier and is a great opportunity for an aggressive owner to grow cross-sells and overall new business.
Asking Price
$950,000
Cash flow
$240,000
Revenue
$1,900,000
Down
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Posting: 284153 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a well-established currency exchange business specializing in purchasing and selling foreign currency to US residents and tourists alike. This simple and seasoned business is ideal for all types of buyers, and the owner is willing to provide full training to ensure a smooth transition.
Asking Price
$568,000
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Posting: 279725 | Available | 3/21/24
For sale is a Delaware C-Corp with $a 4M carry over opportunity. It has proven milling technology for enhanced recovery of precious metals (gold, silver, platinum) and a C-Corporation with $4 million loss carry forward.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$170,000
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Posting: 274834 | Available | 3/17/24
This is a lotto/Western Union services/tax preparation business for sale in San Francisco Outer sunset. Located on a prime bustling street near many restaurants, shops, bakeries and coffee shops. The store is responsible for more than just lottery tickets.
Asking Price
$170,000
Cash flow
$480,000
Revenue
$720,000
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Posting: 285634 | Available | 3/13/24
This is a great opportunity to make $40k per month. The owner is retiring and has been there since 2001 (23 years). It is very profitable and is in a Latino neighborhood. It is open from 8am-7:30pm. There is 1 full-time and 1 part-time employees for wages of $8,100 per month.
Asking Price
$800,000
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Posting: 285285 | Available | 2/21/24
Agent is going to retire, opportunity for new owner to take advantage and build renewal income. Allstate premium is $2,800,000 the rest is Brokered Property and Allstate flood. The Allstate premium is 80% Auto with an 87% Retention Ratio. Revenue above includes $90,000 in bonus payout.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
Cash flow
$104,097
Revenue
$138,480
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Posting: 284791 | Available | 1/22/24
For sale is a well-established, profitable income tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll business. It comes complete with all office equipment and a good location website and business name. This is an excellent opportunity to get into the tax preparation business and grow it organically.
Asking Price
$135,000
Cash flow
$286,803
Revenue
$346,892
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Posting: 284754 | Available | 1/19/24
For sale is a profitable and highly respected CPA practice with well-heeled clientele. The well-earned goodwill, trust, and respect make this business a winner for a new CPA to take over. Most clients are located in the South SF Bay area and, due to the CPA moving out of the area, are virtual.
Asking Price
$595,000
Cash flow
$295,604
Revenue
$359,451
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Posting: 284055 | Available | 1/19/24
Santa Cruz County and the Monterey Bay area have a shortage of qualified, experienced CPAs. They serve quality customers and high-net-worth individuals, as well as small business owners who are willing to pay for on-time expertise and tax preparation. There are excellent opportunities for growth.
Asking Price
$600,000
Cash flow
$317,960
Revenue
$825,867
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Posting: 284366 | Available | 12/19/23
This 16-year-old, Tacoma, Washington-based Bookkeeping and Accounting business, is a trailblazer in the specialized field of Cannabis Accounting and Bookkeeping. This nearly turnkey, remote-operated business presents a unique opportunity for a buyer looking to venture into a niche market.
Asking Price
$1,272,000
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Posting: 284353 | Available | 12/19/23
This established, award-winning, $11.2M+ elite-tiered Allstate agency is located in the metropolitan area of Atlanta and borders the Chattahoochee River. This turnkey agency is highly regarded in the community and consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with excellent opportunities.
Asking Price
$3,980,800
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Posting: 284354 | Available | 12/19/23
This is a great opportunity to own your own Allstate Insurance Agency. The retention rate is 86.85% The premium growth was 18% so far this year and loss ratio is a profitable 54%. If you are looking for an opportunity in a growing business with unlimited potential, please contact us.
Asking Price
$950,000
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Posting: 278399 | Available | 12/19/23
For sale is a well-established Allstate Agency, family-owned for 58 years in beautiful Titusville, FL, on the Space Coast. This $3.0M total premium agency consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales as well as life/financial services.
Asking Price
$675,000
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Posting: 283861 | Available | 11/15/23
This is a great opportunity to purchase an Agency in beautiful Saint Petersburg FL. This top-producing elite agency has a well-trained and licensed staff who all work remotely. The agency is on pace to add $500,000 in premiums this year. The loss ratio is 48.78% and auto retention is 87.19%.
Asking Price
$1,650,000
Cash flow
$195,615
Revenue
$208,099
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Posting: 283830 | Available | 11/13/23
For sale is this rarely offered, profitable fiduciary that provides ethical financial services, managing trusts, estates, and investments with the utmost integrity. Their client-centric approach ensures personalized solutions, building trust through transparency.
Asking Price
$219,000
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Posting: 283650 | Available | 11/1/23
For sale is a well-established 20-year agency in Milford, Ohio, which is right outside of Cincinnati. It is only minutes from a major shopping center with plenty of visibility from the main street. It is well-managed, seasoned staff to likely transition to a new owner. It is approximately $6.5m.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
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Posting: 283649 | Available | 11/1/23
For sale is a well-established pro-tier Allstate agency, with 4 years in the same location. It is located just off a main road in Columbia, SC; the book consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with excellent opportunities for growth in cross-sales as well as life/financial services.
Asking Price
$297,000
Cash flow
$53,000
Revenue
$77,000
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Posting: 283655 | Available | 11/1/23
This is a long-established check cashing business located on a busy street in Rancho Cucamonga. It offers check cashing, money transfers, bill payments, mail boxes, ATM, notary public and live scan fingerprinting. It has a very good lease on a profitable business.
Asking Price
$75,000
Total Investment
$200,000
Min Liquid Cash
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Net Worth
N/A
Posting: 284296 | Available | 4/16/24
More than just a business opportunity. Own a profitable business in one of the least saturated industries in the country even if you have no experience. The thousands of people who win law suits daily are all your potential customers.
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Posting: 279812 | Available | 4/14/24
This well-established award-winning Agency has been serving the Wilmington area since 1986. The office is located between several major cities on the East Coast and has a diverse population of many rich cultures and communities.
Asking Price
$680,000
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Posting: 278808 | Available | 4/14/24
The established 2-year agency is located in a desirable location. This 2.1 million earned premium agency is consistent with a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross sales as well as life/financial services.
Asking Price
$511,450
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Posting: 278573 | Available | 4/14/24
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: 278583 | Available | 7/26/23
For sale is a well-established 13-year agency, in beautiful Fairfield County, CT; only minutes from the beach, nestled between Bridgeport and New Haven. It has a good retention rate and losses. It is located in a very active community shopping area. It is well-managed, seasoned staff to transition.
Asking Price
$553,000
Cash flow
$600,000
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$1,800,000
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Posting: 265861 | Available | 6/8/22
This is a California based company that fills a unique niche providing customizable and highly-vetted medical provider networks for Group Health and Workers Comp payers. Three partners formed the Company in 2011, and one wishes to retire. The partners are looking to sell part or all of the Co.
Asking Price
$3,200,000
Cash flow
$685,000
Revenue
$1,477,569
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Posting: 284722 | Available | 4/4/24
For sale is a highly profitable and highly respected consulting company specializing in change management. Hit the ground running and start realizing immediate ROI with this well-established management consulting company.
Asking Price
$1,700,000
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Posting: 278694 | Available | 8/1/23
This is an established agency in a great High Point location. The agency consists of a preferred auto and homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales and life/financial services. A low loss ratio has created a profitable book. This is a turnkey operation.
Asking Price
$980,000
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Posting: 278710 | Available | 7/27/23
Well-established $5.8M+ 28-year agency with 22 yrs in this same location! Located in growing Mebane, NC (between the city centers of Raleigh and Greensboro). The agency is process-driven and will be seamless in the transition for the next owner.
Asking Price
$1,160,000
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$858,000
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Posting: 281032 | Available | 6/3/23
For sale is a great opportunity to purchase a large agency in the Port St. Lucie area. There is $5,900,000 of Allstate Premium and the remaining book is Brokered Property. They have an 82% retention rate and plenty of crossline sales potential.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
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Posting: 278675 | Available | 7/27/23
Well-Established Agency in desirable and prosperous Westchester County; has a very profitable Loss Ratio of 32% and a good Retention Ratio. The Agency consists primarily of preferred auto/homeowners with a great opportunity to grow in cross sales, as well as life and financial services.
Asking Price
$285,000
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Posting: 278680 | Available | 7/27/23
Established a 30-year-old turnkey agency located in Orlando, Florida. The area is primed for great growth opportunities. This $3.7M earned premium agency consistent with a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with the ability for growth in cross sales as well as life/financial services.
Asking Price
$795,000
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Posting: 279389 | Available | 7/27/23
Well-established $3.7M Elite Allstate agency with over 12 years in the same location. This is a turnkey agency in Historic Charleston, SC! The agency consists of a preferred auto and homeowner customer base with great retention and excellent opportunity for growth.
Asking Price
$989,000
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Posting: 278741 | Available | 7/27/23
Allstate Insurance Agency in beautiful downtown McDonough, Georgia, in business since 2008 - 14 years.
Asking Price
$425,000
Cash flow
$480,000
Revenue
$720,000
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Posting: 285634 | Available | 3/13/24
This is a great opportunity to make $40k per month. The owner is retiring and has been there since 2001 (23 years). It is very profitable and is in a Latino neighborhood. It is open from 8am-7:30pm. There is 1 full-time and 1 part-time employees for wages of $8,100 per month.
Asking Price
$800,000
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Posting: 280525 | Available | 6/27/23
For sale is a great opportunity to purchase a large agency in Fort Lauderdale. $4,800,000 of Allstate Premium the remaining is Brokered Property. They have an 86% retention rate and crossline sale potential. If you are an aggressive individual, this is the agency you are looking to purchase.
Asking Price
$1,250,000
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Posting: 278706 | Available | 8/1/23
This is an established $5,000,000-premium Allstate Agency in a prime location for 20+ years. It is a turnkey agency with trained staff who are both P+C and Life licensed. In addition to the commission, various bonus programs are available through Allstate that can boost revenue.
Asking Price
$1,310,000
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Posting: 278686 | Available | 8/1/23
This is an established agency with a loyal customer base. It is located on a main intersection with high foot traffic and visibility. It is the only Allstate Agent in the 99502 zip code. The Agency consists of preferred auto and homeowner customers with high retention. It has astable renewal income.
Asking Price
$675,000
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Posting: 281035 | Available | 4/11/24
This is one of the best agencies in the SWFL area and located in one of the highest growth areas of the country Naples, FL This book of business is priced to sale and comprised of approximately $6 million in Preferred Auto/Property premium and approximately $6 million in Brokered Property premium.
Asking Price
$4,100,000
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Posting: 278842 | Available | 7/27/23
For sale is a well-established $2.7M Allstate agency with over 23 years in the same location. This is a turnkey agency in beautiful Corpus Christi on the Gulf Coast of Texas. The agency consists of a preferred auto and homeowner customer base with great retention and excellent opportunity.
Asking Price
$875,000
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Posting: 278582 | Available | 7/26/23
For sale is an Allstate Insurance agency located in sunny Fort Lauderdale, FL. It has been in business for 5 years at this location. There are currently 2 staff workers. Bank financing lenders are available. Seller financing is also available. There is a location available.
Asking Price
$1,150,000
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Posting: 278634 | Available | 7/27/23
For sale is an established 35-year Allstate Agency in Beautiful Rock Hill, SC - near bustling Charlotte, NC. This $3.5M agency consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales as well as life/financial services.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$195,615
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Posting: 283830 | Available | 11/13/23
For sale is this rarely offered, profitable fiduciary that provides ethical financial services, managing trusts, estates, and investments with the utmost integrity. Their client-centric approach ensures personalized solutions, building trust through transparency.
Asking Price
$219,000
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$1,000,000
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Posting: 281712 | Available | 7/19/23
P&C & Benefits Los Angeles County, LA#120660. Independent Movable Agency/Book In Business For Over 20 Years. Focused On P&C & Benefits. 55% P&C 45% Benefits (Mostly Individual Health) Paperless.
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$2,250,000
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Posting: 278705 | Available | 8/1/23
An established 51-year family-run Allstate agency is located in one of the Greensboro area's great communities. This $3.5M earned premium agency consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales as well as life/financial services.
Asking Price
$890,000
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Posting: 278698 | Available | 8/1/23
For sale is a prime location in the Austin, Texas Georgetown area. Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States with all of its growth. This 2.4 million earned premium agency is consistent with a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth.
Asking Price
$595,000
Cash flow
$240,000
Revenue
$1,900,000
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Posting: 284153 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a well-established currency exchange business specializing in purchasing and selling foreign currency to US residents and tourists alike. This simple and seasoned business is ideal for all types of buyers, and the owner is willing to provide full training to ensure a smooth transition.
Asking Price
$568,000
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Posting: 278580 | Available | 8/1/23
This 20-year, 4.4 million dollar-established Allstate agency located in Decatur Alabama, consists of a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross-sales as well as life and financial services. The revenue was $520K in 2021 including a $116,669 bonus.
Asking Price
$1,150,000
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When seeking large SBA business acquisition financing loans, it helps to review seller's add backs (cash flow analysis) as a source of funding to service the debt. Peter Siegel, MBA - SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder covers this specific topic for business buyers, owner/sellers, agents, business brokers.
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Buying a small to mid-sized business can be a confusing and/or frustrating process for many buyers. Statistics show that over 80% of all buyers never end up buying a business. The ProBuy Program assists potential buyers with the process of finding, evaluating & buying a small to mid-sized business.
Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen.com & SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder discusses the difference between a hands on owner and an absentee owner. It covers why someone would want to be an absentee owner and then goes on to discuss the pros and cons of buying an absentee run small to mid-sized business.
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Peter Siegel, MBA discusses buyers who want to buy a business or franchise know about asking the seller to provide part of the financing with a carry-back note. Many business buyers need some cash to help fund the down payment and for working capital. Here are four ideas about how to get that money.
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.
Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen Founder & Director of the ProBuy/ProSell Programs explores why earnest money deposits when opening escrow (and bulk sale) serve several important purposes when buying or selling a small business in California. For Buyers not offering a realistic deposit may be a problem.
Successful sellers of small businesses need a game plan to sell their California small business for maximum price and for the best terms. Peter Siegel, MBA discusses these seller strategies with BizBen Blog readers based on his experience as the lead Advisor with the ProSell Program on BizBen.com.
What are actual adjusted net earnings (cash flow) of a small business being purchased with business acquisition SBA Loan financing? That's an important amount that lenders need to know. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen.com, SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder) reviews this important concept with BizBen Blog users.
Selling a business is hard enough but using the wrong word, text, and strategy can really delay or outright kill a campaign to sell a small business successfully. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen.com shares what words, phrases, and strategies work (and not) when selling a small business online.
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.
This webinar is designed for business buyers, owner/sellers, business brokers, agents, and advisors who can benefit on the latest information and strategies on procuring large SBA loans to buy or sale a "large" small business - typically priced between $500K to $10M. Peter Siegel, MBA is the host.
To start a business or try something new, starting a franchise business is a great option. In this blog, we'll break down everything you need to know about buying a franchise in simple, easy-to-understand terms. This guide is for business owners, whether experienced or new.
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!
Demonstrating sufficient cash flow to cover a business acquisition loan is key to getting a lender's approval. But buyer must be knowledgeable. Support a business acquisition loan with the target company's cash flow. And know how to determine the actual cash flow amount. Peter Siegel, MBA explains.
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.
First the dreaded statistic: 80% of all business buyers looking to buy a small business never end up doing so! Peter Siegel, MBA BizBen.com Founder & ProBuy Director) covers successful tactics & strategies all business buyers of small to mid-sized businesses should utilize now to buy a business.
SBA large loan expert and advisor Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen.com & SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder) shares his views and experience for getting the right SBA loan for larger deals, getting deals professionally prequalified & analyzed, and getting that loan through underwriting with fewer complications!
There are many myths associated with the process of selling a small business and some of them can actually cause deals to fall through. Don't let your sale be compromised, be aware of these common misconceptions related to the process of selling. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen explores this topic.
Only 30% of all small businesses for sale that are put on the market overall are sold! A surprising statistic to most business owners, agents, and brokers trying to sell a small business! If however you follow the strategies (BizBen Protocol Method) in this blog post you should see success!
As an Advisor On BizBen I talk to many California business owners, business buyers, brokers, and agents on a daily basis about valuing California small to mid-sized businesses. Many key factors go into this analysis including market demand, history of earnings, and even how the deal is structured.
One of the most difficult challenges when purchasing a small business is expressed by this prospective buyer of a liquor store who is told by the seller that there is more money being made than shows up on the books. Should the buyer accept that statement by the seller & go ahead with the purchase?
Buyers search for an absentee business, wanting to collect profits generated by a successful enterprise without having to stand at the sales counter or cash register, without having to cook, operate equipment or talk to customers. Peter Siegel, MBA offers his intake on absentee run businesses.
Being an Entrepreneur has its perks, it can also be challenging. You need to make sure you're ready for the challenge. Here's a list of 10 important questions to get you started when buying a business. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen Founder) reviews this topic for business buyers of small businesses.
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.
