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Posting: 283295 | Available | 4/29/25
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!
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$2,900,000
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Posting: 292101 | Available | 4/28/25
Nightclub on Las Vegas Blvd - Perfect for ANY Concept! Rare opportunity for a fully equipped bar, restaurant, and nightclub with a trendy upscale vibe. Attached to 2 hotels with over 250 rooms just steps from the door! Nearby wedding chapels too!
Asking Price
$399,000
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Posting: 291126 | Available | 4/25/25
Currently the "Piano bar" serving euro/asian food for private parties at a great price. This property is in exceptional condition and the seller is very motivated. Located in the busiest area of Glendale with fully and newly renovated kitchen space and ample room for whatever event is scheduled.
Asking Price
$575,000
Cash flow
$514,307
Revenue
$3,411,391
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Posting: 288106 | Available | 4/25/25
A Thai dining experience in San Diego County. Known for its authentic flavors, the restaurant carefully crafts each dish using the finest ingredients, both locally sourced and imported from Thailand. Signature offerings like honey-roasted duck and lobster seafood platters showcase the restaurant.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
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$308,734
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$3,767,288
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Posting: 289933 | Available | 4/25/25
Restaurant and bar with gaming and catering, in business for over 14 years, turnkey opportunity with multiple growth opportunities for new owner.
Asking Price
$495,000
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$375,000
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Posting: 290740 | Available | 4/23/25
This business thrives by providing beer, wine, and an amazing curtailed menu of soups, salads, starter, paninis and flatbreads. They offer live music once per week and are a kid and dog friendly environment.
Asking Price
$321,000
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Posting: 292464 | Available | 4/28/25
For sale in Indio is an exceptional collection of restaurants situated in a prime location, offering a unique opportunity for investment and culinary enterprise.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
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Posting: 289241 | Available | 4/28/25
This is a bar and restaurant for sale, located in Lower Nob Hill with a great rent rate and vibrant atmosphere. The space features an 18-foot type 1 hood and a type 41 ABC license. It spans 2,200 square feet with a monthly rent of $4,000. Currently, the restaurant operates for dinner only.
Asking Price
$359,999
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$275,000
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$1,181,445
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Posting: 289259 | Available | 4/25/25
This bar & restaurant is a lively local establishment known for its welcoming ambiance, hearty menu, and extensive selection of craft beers. Located in iconic building, combines rustic charm with modern comforts, offering an inviting spot for both locals and visitors.
Asking Price
$425,000
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Posting: 292424 | Available | 4/24/25
This popular bar and grill has been in business in San Diego for 35 years!
Asking Price
$169,000
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Posting: 290731 | Available | 4/24/25
An outstanding opportunity to acquire prime real estate in the heart of downtown Petaluma, complete with restaurant and bar infrastructure. This sought-after location is a well-established dining and entertainment destination, making it ideal for a new concept to thrive.
Asking Price
$2,400,000
Bldg Size
4,825 Sq.Ft
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1950
Posting: 283073 | Available | 4/24/25
This is a bar space with a type 47 liquor license and a 3-unit apartment upstairs building for sale (mixed-use building). This building is located in a busy commercial and residential area and near freeways 101 and 280. Bar space can be rented out at $5,000 (old and needs to be remodeled).
Asking Price
$1,999,999
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Posting: 291532 | Available | 4/24/25
Full bar and restaurant for sale in Downtown Hayward. Contemporary sports bar with vegan tacos and birria fries, plus multiple TVs. There is type 47 hard liquor license along with kitchen in back. 1100 square feet with indoor and outdoor seating. Lease amount is $4515.00.
Asking Price
$230,000
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$2,700,000
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Posting: 284645 | Available | 4/23/25
Inherit the $1.5mm in long term bank debt, pay a landlord security deposit, escrow closing costs and take over this establishment with $2.7mm in 2023 sales revenues with original build out costs of $2.5mm. The sale includes 2 bars both with ABC Type 47 hard liquor licenses.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$137,520
Revenue
$340,200
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Posting: 292368 | Available | 4/21/25
Serves Alcohol and Food. Own a profitable, one-of-a-kind pool hall, bar, and entertainment venue in Pueblo, CO, now available below market value due to a motivated seller. As the only pool hall in town, this business has zero direct competition and a loyal customer base that keeps revenue flowing.
Asking Price
$340,000
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Posting: 289965 | Available | 4/19/25
This is a 1848 sq. ft. bar recently refreshed for sale, Liquor license type 48 included, no food. Located just minutes from the cities shopping and dining spots and surrounded by 2 and 3 bedroom apartment complexes.
Asking Price
$260,000
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Posting: 292323 | Available | 4/18/25
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a Sports Bar & Karaoke Lounge that serves Beer, Soju, and Wine in Lakewood, California.
Asking Price
$199,000
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Posting: 290033 | Available | 4/17/25
For sale is a bar and restaurant with a Type 47 liquor license. This establishment is located on 18th Street in the Castro area. The bar occupies 1,500 square feet, with a monthly rent of $7,300. There are six years remaining on the lease. The kitchen is equipped with a 12-foot hood.
Asking Price
$419,999
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Posting: 286051 | Available | 4/17/25
This long-established cocktail bar, located in a desirable area with low rent, is now available for purchase. The bar holds a 48 license and benefits from a favorable 10-year lease. It features an inviting outdoor patio, perfect for patrons to enjoy their drinks in a relaxed setting.
Asking Price
$350,000
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Posting: 292135 | Available | 4/15/25
Become a part of the world famous Las Vegas nightlife scene by purchasing this well-appointed lounge and restaurant in Sin City! Full bar and kitchen, accommodations for up to 5 gaming machines, it's the perfect chill spot for the active young professional communities in Las Vegas and Henderson.
Asking Price
$449,000
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Posting: 288545 | Available | 4/15/25
Price Lowered!This is a re-opened, popular tapas and bar restaurant for sale, located on busy Mission Street. The rent is $10,000 per month, and the restaurant spans 4,000 square feet. It is semi-absentee run, with current monthly sales at $100,000 and a net income of about $13,000~15,000 per month.
Asking Price
$219,999
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$42,755,500
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Posting: 287509 | Available | 4/15/25
$50,0000. DOWN PAYMENT INTEREST ONLY SELLER FINANCING FOR TWO YEARS. A great opportunity to own a lively and busy bar with entertainment located on a very busy street in Vacaville. This turnkey operation is currently managed by an absentee seller. Seller relocating. Type 48 ABC
Asking Price
$225,000
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Posting: 288269 | Available | 4/13/25
A long term 25-year SBA loan has been pre-approved for this 2,400 sq. ft building with a 3,000 sq. ft rear patio with its own bar, games area and ample seating & storage. Owners have completely renovated this circa 1893 historic building with a large dose of character, style and comfort.
Asking Price
$950,000
Cash flow
$23,697
Revenue
$387,692
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$150,000
Posting: 291296 | Available | 4/10/25
The recently deceased owner operated this bar for 45+ years. Known for its popular karaoke nights on Friday through Sunday, the bar draws a steady crowd. It offers a simple food menu, including pizza, hotlinks, and hotdogs, though food sales aren't required.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$253,000
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$1,981,000
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Posting: 291520 | Available | 4/9/25
Pre-approved for a 10-year SBA loan with the Buyer needing just $120,000 down. Located on the Border with San Bernardino and LA Counties this modern feel and look, upscale Restaurant & Cocktail bar with ABC Type 47 Full Liquor License has won numerous National awards.
Asking Price
$795,000
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Posting: 290972 | Available | 4/9/25
This well known restaurant and bar is ideally located along a beautiful stretch of the Sacramento River and has STUNNING water views. The business is perched adjacent to a marina, boat gas station, coast guard station and seasonal RV park.
Asking Price
$425,000
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Posting: 291435 | Available | 4/3/25
Nicely turn key restaurant and lounge located in the busy area of San Jose. The place is 1600 square feet with fully equipped kitchen and outdoor private seatings that is perfect for the summertime coming up. The owner is willing to leave all the furniture and kitchen equipments to the new owner.
Asking Price
$200,000
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$2,022,931
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Posting: 291410 | Available | 4/2/25
Rare opportunity to acquire a thriving restaurant in a highly visible and desirable dining and entertainment hub of the San Gabriel Valley. Located on a prime corner w/ excellent foot traffic. Can accommodate two concepts under one roof, restaurant, bar, speakeasy, with patio & full liquor.
Asking Price
$399,000
Cash flow
$219,950
Revenue
$219,950
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$2,900,000
Posting: 283295 | Available | 4/29/25
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
$514,307
Revenue
$3,411,391
Down
$1,500,000
Posting: 288106 | Available | 4/25/25
A Thai dining experience in San Diego County. Known for its authentic flavors, the restaurant carefully crafts each dish using the finest ingredients, both locally sourced and imported from Thailand. Signature offerings like honey-roasted duck and lobster seafood platters showcase the restaurant.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
Cash flow
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$375,000
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$321,000
Posting: 290740 | Available | 4/23/25
This business thrives by providing beer, wine, and an amazing curtailed menu of soups, salads, starter, paninis and flatbreads. They offer live music once per week and are a kid and dog friendly environment.
Asking Price
$321,000
Cash flow
$308,734
Revenue
$3,767,288
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Posting: 289933 | Available | 4/25/25
Restaurant and bar with gaming and catering, in business for over 14 years, turnkey opportunity with multiple growth opportunities for new owner.
Asking Price
$495,000
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$275,000
Posting: 291126 | Available | 4/25/25
Currently the "Piano bar" serving euro/asian food for private parties at a great price. This property is in exceptional condition and the seller is very motivated. Located in the busiest area of Glendale with fully and newly renovated kitchen space and ample room for whatever event is scheduled.
Asking Price
$575,000
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Posting: 292101 | Available | 4/28/25
Nightclub on Las Vegas Blvd - Perfect for ANY Concept! Rare opportunity for a fully equipped bar, restaurant, and nightclub with a trendy upscale vibe. Attached to 2 hotels with over 250 rooms just steps from the door! Nearby wedding chapels too!
Asking Price
$399,000
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Posting: 292323 | Available | 4/18/25
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a Sports Bar & Karaoke Lounge that serves Beer, Soju, and Wine in Lakewood, California.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$350,000
Revenue
$1,500,000
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$900,000
Posting: 289681 | Available | 12/3/24
For sale is a long-established bar and grill with a Type 47 ABC license. The business includes a full live entertainment permit, allowing patron dancing and live music. Currently, the venue features live music on Fridays and Saturdays and karaoke on Thursdays.
Asking Price
$900,000
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Posting: 290564 | Available | 2/10/25
This stunning restaurant with full bar was newly designed and built and completed in 2022 for roughly $1,300,000. The current owners opened an upscale concept and were on a fantastic sales trajectory.
Asking Price
$475,000
Bldg Size
4,825 Sq.Ft
Typical Floor Size
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Year Built
1950
Posting: 283073 | Available | 4/24/25
This is a bar space with a type 47 liquor license and a 3-unit apartment upstairs building for sale (mixed-use building). This building is located in a busy commercial and residential area and near freeways 101 and 280. Bar space can be rented out at $5,000 (old and needs to be remodeled).
Asking Price
$1,999,999
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Posting: 289965 | Available | 4/19/25
This is a 1848 sq. ft. bar recently refreshed for sale, Liquor license type 48 included, no food. Located just minutes from the cities shopping and dining spots and surrounded by 2 and 3 bedroom apartment complexes.
Asking Price
$260,000
Cash flow
$240,000
Revenue
$240,000
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$200,000
Posting: 283704 | Available | 11/6/23
For sale is a Mediterranean restaurant & hookah lounge. It has a high cash flow($240,000) and is an excellent location with a full kitchen with a 41 license. The current owner has been there for 10 years now. The sales tax report is $7,300/month, so a loan is available with about a 30% down payment.
Asking Price
$400,000
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Posting: 288067 | In Escrow | 12/17/24
Downtown Los Altos is a charming and vibrant area known for its small-town feel and an array of shops, restaurants, and services. It features tree-lined streets, a variety of boutiques, cafes, and eateries, as well as regular community events and a farmer's market.
Asking Price
$298,000
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Posting: 290731 | Available | 4/24/25
An outstanding opportunity to acquire prime real estate in the heart of downtown Petaluma, complete with restaurant and bar infrastructure. This sought-after location is a well-established dining and entertainment destination, making it ideal for a new concept to thrive.
Asking Price
$2,400,000
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Posting: 287108 | Available | 6/14/24
Discover an unparalleled opportunity to own a modern restaurant and bar in the heart of bustling downtown Redwood City. This prime location, featuring a full liquor - Type 47 ABC license, is a gem for any restaurateur looking to make a mark.
Asking Price
$295,000
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Posting: 292424 | Available | 4/24/25
This popular bar and grill has been in business in San Diego for 35 years!
Asking Price
$169,000
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Posting: 283045 | Available | 8/27/24
A Pacifica household name! This long-time full-service bar and restaurant has been serving delicious food and drinks for decades! This fantastic location is coupled with a Type 47 liquor license, Type 1 hood, extra large walk-in cooler, plenty of storage, bar/dining room seating, outdoor seating!!
Asking Price
$394,000
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Posting: 292135 | Available | 4/15/25
Become a part of the world famous Las Vegas nightlife scene by purchasing this well-appointed lounge and restaurant in Sin City! Full bar and kitchen, accommodations for up to 5 gaming machines, it's the perfect chill spot for the active young professional communities in Las Vegas and Henderson.
Asking Price
$449,000
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Posting: 289141 | Available | 1/21/25
Located in the heart of beautiful Palm Springs, this is a unique opportunity to own Bouschet a fine wine bar and shop, where wine enthusiasts can explore a wonderful selection of fine wines from around the world.
Asking Price
$975,000
Cash flow
$23,697
Revenue
$387,692
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$150,000
Posting: 291296 | Available | 4/10/25
The recently deceased owner operated this bar for 45+ years. Known for its popular karaoke nights on Friday through Sunday, the bar draws a steady crowd. It offers a simple food menu, including pizza, hotlinks, and hotdogs, though food sales aren't required.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$150,000
Revenue
$1,500,000
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$150,000
Posting: 289110 | Available | 10/25/24
This American style Pub offers craft burgers, Sandwiches, Hot Dogs, variety of beers, cocktails in 2300 sf of space and patio. the rent is about $10k and the lease is long-term. The 2024 sales are on pace to be around $1.5m and business is growing. You can purchase this business with as low as $150k
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$150,000
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Posting: 290033 | Available | 4/17/25
For sale is a bar and restaurant with a Type 47 liquor license. This establishment is located on 18th Street in the Castro area. The bar occupies 1,500 square feet, with a monthly rent of $7,300. There are six years remaining on the lease. The kitchen is equipped with a 12-foot hood.
Asking Price
$419,999
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Posting: 290151 | Available | 1/13/25
This exceptional restaurant space offers a rare opportunity in the heart of highly sought-after Orange County. Housed in a 5,258-square-foot free-standing building, the property boasts a spacious and fully equipped kitchen, perfect for handling high-volume operations.
Asking Price
$498,000
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Posting: 280883 | Available | 4/1/25
Calling all coffee, tea and or boba entrepreneurs. This boutique space in the Castro Valley Marketplace is perfect for the experienced operator that wants a high-foot traffic environment.
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$458,000
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$3,000,000
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Posting: 289102 | Available | 1/28/25
For sale is an upscale restaurant & bar, net around $500k, SBA Approved, near Highway 5 and wine country, books available, NDA & Proof of Funds required. Principals only!
Asking Price
$1,099,000
Cash flow
$350,000
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$1,600,000
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Posting: 291130 | Available | 3/15/25
Free Stand building restaurant with own parking lot space. Currently restaurant under operation mainly open dinner only with hard liquor license.
Asking Price
$2,750,000
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Posting: 290972 | Available | 4/9/25
This well known restaurant and bar is ideally located along a beautiful stretch of the Sacramento River and has STUNNING water views. The business is perched adjacent to a marina, boat gas station, coast guard station and seasonal RV park.
Asking Price
$425,000
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$1,200,000
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Posting: 290017 | Available | 3/29/25
This family-owned Restaurant & Bar located in Tuolumne County is the Jewel of this locals and seasonal tourist area. 2 hours from Sacramento, 3 hours from the San Francisco & just 1 hour from the central valley.
Asking Price
$1,750,000
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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.
The use of add backs & sellers discretionary cash is common among sellers of businesses when showing their financial information & explaining that the buyer will actually enjoy more profit than is shown. But buyers are cautioned to review documents closely. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen explains.
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.
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.
