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Posting: 280703 | Available | 6/3/24
This is a great location on a major street intersection located in North Orange County. It is a sports bar and tavern with full liquor, entertainment, and live music for sale. This is the local's favorite go-to spot for sports games, happy hours, live music, and top DJs.
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$575,000
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Posting: 286873 | Available | 5/31/24
This upgraded restaurant is now for sale in one of San Francisco's best and busiest restaurant corridors within the Mission District. Located on the cleanest and best side of Valencia Street, nearing Noe Valley, this stylish and turnkey restaurant space with secure parklet is now for sale.
Asking Price
$159,000
Cash flow
$545,700
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Posting: 277227 | Available | 5/31/24
For sale is a state-of-the-art beer garden/tap room, "The Armory" is located in the historic Gold Rush town of Sonora, CA, and is surrounded by hotels, eclectic shops, boutiques, dining, and social venues. It is perfectly situated on the Yosemite tourist corridor.
Asking Price
$4,250,000
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Posting: 286238 | Available | 5/30/24
Historic restaurant and bar, East of Alpine. This stand-alone 4,500 sq. ft building with a patio and full kitchen equipped with an A1 hood. Keep it as is or explore new concepts. ABC type 47 license available separately. Unlimited potential for menu expansion, live entertainment, and marketing.
Asking Price
$199,000
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Posting: 283114 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a bar with a type 48 license. It has been open for 32 years. It is a very nice pub located in upscale area. The large bar is serving the best selection of Scotch, Whiskey, Wines, Vodkas and Beer. It is a very relaxed environment with easy friendly clientele. They do not serve food.
Asking Price
$425,000
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Posting: 286847 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a beautifully built-out restaurant. The previous owner spent thousands of dollars on the remodel. The upgrades are impressive, showcasing high-quality workmanship. There is ample seating, offering an inviting feel upon entering the restaurant.
Asking Price
$400,000
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Posting: 286200 | Available | 5/29/24
A complete remodel was done from top to bottom of a long-existing Topless Club in Orange County. The club is housed in a freestanding building with its own parking lot and additional street parking. It looks beautiful after the renovations, with lots of money invested in it.
Asking Price
$850,000
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Posting: 286803 | Available | 5/28/24
Owner-operators will find this an ideal opportunity: a well-established, easy-to-operate 47-licensed bar and grill. Located just a short stroll from the beach in one of the best neighborhoods in South Orange County, it offers a full bar with cocktails, beer, wine, and fresh food.
Asking Price
$185,000
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Posting: 268306 | Available | 5/28/24
This is an established high-volume restaurant/bar for sale in Berkeley near the hill. This restaurant has served the Berkeley/East Bay community since 1996 with great Yelp reviews. They have rustic decor with an open kitchen concept. It is approximately 2,800 sq ft
Asking Price
$395,000
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Posting: 284435 | Available | 5/28/24
A 2-story red brick building + bar and lounge is for sale in the Oakland Jack London Square district. The architectural style is an early 20th-century utilitarian building. Zoning is C-40, Community Thoroughfare. The current use is as an event venue - music events, birthday parties, reunions
Asking Price
$1,500,000
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Posting: 267008 | Available | 5/27/24
The owner is absentee! This is a phenomenal restaurant opportunity! It is located at the corner of heavy traffic downtown San Francisco with 47-Hard liquor licensed included price!
Asking Price
$249,000
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Posting: 285087 | Available | 5/27/24
For sale is a successful, established Santa Cruz County, California cocktail lounge that holds a type 48 license. Real estate is also available.
Asking Price
$675,000
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Posting: 286737 | Available | 5/23/24
MS Real Estate Inc. is excited to introduce an exclusive listing featuring a Korean BBQ & bar with real estate located in one of the upscale neighborhoods in Contra Costa County, California. This establishment boasts meticulously curated charming decor and is strategically positioned.
Asking Price
$360,000
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Posting: 283824 | Available | 5/23/24
This is a high-volume Asian restaurant for sale in Concord. It has been established for many years in the city of Concord with a type 47 hard liquor license. There is a bar area to the left to serve cocktails and liquor drinks. The average gross sale a year is $800,000- $900,000
Asking Price
$250,000
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Posting: 286578 | Available | 5/23/24
This is an American restaurant and sports bar for sale in Redwood City. They are one of The Peninsula's best restaurants and feature Redwood City's best burger and best ribs. The bar features only local craft beers. They have 16 beer taps and rotate them frequently.
Asking Price
$450,000
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Posting: 286690 | Available | 5/23/24
This well-established American restaurant with a bar has been located in the Nob Hill district since 1996. The liquor license allows the establishment to remain open until 2:00 AM. This is an asset sale without financial records. The new owner can either continue with the same concept or convert it.
Asking Price
$120,000
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Posting: 286720 | Available | 5/22/24
This extremely well-known and well-established bar/club in Chula Vista has been a staple of the community for years, bringing in huge crowds of locals and tourists on a nightly basis. Right on one of the busiest corners in Chula Vista with abundant signage.
Asking Price
$499,000
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Posting: 285877 | Available | 5/22/24
Whipper Snapper - Located in downtown San Rafael, this location enjoys prime visibility and foot traffic. With many popular neighbors, this section of town is a favorite among locals and visitors. The space features a unique outdoor patio and a large dining room with a bar, and streetside parklet.
Asking Price
$99,000
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$132,281
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Posting: 286692 | Available | 5/21/24
An iconic restaurant and bar located in the heart of a charming Contra Costa town. This establishment blends California classics with an Asian flair, offering a unique dining experience. Known for its inviting atmosphere and picturesque outdoor seating, guests can enjoy live music on summer nights.
Asking Price
$429,000
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Posting: 286591 | Available | 5/21/24
For sale are Type 47 and Type 48 liquor licenses in Los Angeles County.
Asking Price
$140,000
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Posting: 286669 | Available | 5/21/24
This bar and restaurant is a unique dining experience in the heart of Union City. A wall of craft beer taps & a liquor/wine list complements the burgers & global pub fare at this hip spot. Established in 2017, ideal restaurant spot in very busy shopping center.
Asking Price
$249,000
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Posting: 286666 | Available | 5/21/24
Seize the opportunity to own a cherished gem in the heart of Fresno - Quail State, a renowned rooftop bar perched atop the historic Pacific Southwest Building. Established and beloved by locals for years, Quail State offers an unparalleled high-end atmosphere.
Asking Price
$400,000
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$197,904
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$2,137,548
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Posting: 280186 | Available | 5/21/24
SBA approved! Don't miss this fantastic, urban, coastal restaurant and sports bar, a well-established destination for locals and visitors alike. Located in a bustling, walkable area of the city, the restaurant boasts multiple attractive patios in a beautiful setting and lively atmosphere.
Asking Price
$450,000
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Posting: 285382 | In Escrow | 5/21/24
This charming Italian restaurant & bar with a full liquor license is a beloved family-owned establishment and has been an integral part of Santa Barbara for over 25 years, creating a legacy of delectable cuisine and warm hospitality. It is nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara.
Asking Price
$399,000
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Posting: 284519 | Available | 5/21/24
This charming, well-established pub presents an ideal opportunity for a brewery aiming to broaden its reach or a culinary artist seeking a starter kitchen. Alternatively, it's an established start for your own entrepreneurial vision. The Placerville Public House has a loyal following.
Asking Price
$475,000
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Posting: 286646 | Available | 5/20/24
This opportunity is perfect for a professional operator who can take advantage of a restaurant and bar in the center of San Francisco. San Francisco has a stellar reputation of excellent cuisines which locals, tourist and business community embrace and support.
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$200,000
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Posting: 284888 | Available | 5/20/24
For sale is a neighborhood bar in the Mission District of San Francisco, California. It comes with a Type 48 liquor license. This is a great opportunity. The asking price is $280,000. A new lease is available. Must see!
Asking Price
$280,000
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4,825 Sq.Ft
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Posting: 283073 | Available | 5/18/24
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: 286753 | Available | 6/14/24
The bar and restaurant are beautifully built out and come with a full ABC 47 license. The establishment features a long bar with plenty of tap beers, supported by a separate walk-in cooler dedicated to beer kegs. A second walk-in cooler services the kitchen.
Asking Price
$300,000
Cash flow
$219,950
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Posting: 283295 | Available | 6/15/24
This Silverlake restaurant and bar with liquor, onsite parking, and excellent street visibility boasts what may arguably be the most coveted outdoor patio in the area. The venue has 3 dining areas that open into an adjacent bar and outdoor patio. The corner property is included!
Asking Price
$2,900,000
Cash flow
$197,904
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$2,137,548
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Posting: 280186 | Available | 5/21/24
SBA approved! Don't miss this fantastic, urban, coastal restaurant and sports bar, a well-established destination for locals and visitors alike. Located in a bustling, walkable area of the city, the restaurant boasts multiple attractive patios in a beautiful setting and lively atmosphere.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$240,000
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$240,000
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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: 284818 | Available | 1/23/24
This Fullerton restaurant and nightclub boasts a huge outdoor patio, enormous kitchen, main street visibility and ideal entitlements including dance, live entertainment and an approved indoor cigar lounge/smoking area. This establishment competes fiercely in the culinary and nightlife scene.
Asking Price
$295,000
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Posting: 278429 | In Escrow | 8/30/23
This is a great opportunity to purchase a fixturized restaurant in desirable Bressi Ranch. This is a highly rated 4.5-star restaurant averaging $90,000 a month in sales. It is equipped with a large walk-in cooler, beer cooler, and full bar with 14 taps. It is in a highly trafficked neighborhood.
Asking Price
$395,000
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$47,589
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Posting: 285228 | Available | 2/17/24
A vibrant gastropub located in the heart of downtown San Jose, offering a hip and fun atmosphere. This dynamic establishment is known for its lively ambiance, and easy and delicious food that can be enjoyed with a tasty adult beverage.
Asking Price
$165,000
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Posting: 277870 | Available | 1/18/24
This is a Placer County type 47 liquor license for sale at $240,000. It authorizes the sale of beer, wine and distilled spirits for consumption on the licenses premises.
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$240,000
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Posting: 285503 | Available | 3/5/24
Broderick's was purchased in 2022 by successful Broderick's group managing partner, Chris Jarosz. Chris tragically died in a motor accident in 2023, just months after reopening the Davis location following renovations. The business has been closed and is an asset sale only.
Asking Price
$100,000
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Posting: 284635 | Available | 6/12/24
For sale is a fun and desirable, Type 47 ABC upgraded bar that has one full-time owner. It is 2,129 sq ft. with a large patio. The rent is $4,670 with $1,489 CAMs. The lease expires in 2024 with options to renew it. The deposit is $4,500. The seller can stay as a partner or sell.
Asking Price
$189,000
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$100,000
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Posting: 286150 | Available | 4/16/24
This location in Orange County Beach City is desirable. There is a very good-looking beer and wine bar in a desirable area. It is super clean and every inch of the interior, from the ceiling to the floor, is attractive. It features 16 taps, a walk-in cooler, and a large bar seating capacity.
Asking Price
$425,000
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$530,000
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Posting: 253164 | In Escrow | 1/12/24
This is an SBA approved, semi-absentee owned, well-established, turnkey and high-profit upscale restaurant and bar in a unique location are for sale. The restaurant was established in 2006, seller will provide clean books, verifiable financials, and provable cash flow.
Asking Price
$1,495,000
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Posting: 286153 | Available | 4/16/24
Seize the opportunity to own a well-established and profitable bar and restaurant in a prime location. This venue boasts a loyal customer base and includes a spacious kitchen, beautiful bar, outdoor patio, DJ booth, and dance floor. Fully operational with a Type 47 liquor license.
Asking Price
$499,000
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$221,832
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$1,377,481
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Posting: 286143 | Available | 4/16/24
In business since 1970 and operated by the present owners for the past 28 years, this iconic breakfast, lunch, and dinner restaurant seating 60 with its separate ABC Type 47 full liquor bar seating a further 50 is for sale.
Asking Price
$645,000
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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.
Asking Price
$299,000
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$1,100,000
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Posting: 286101 | Available | 5/13/24
For sale is a nightclub in Rancho Cucamonga with a #47 license for sale. It also comes with an entertainment license for live bands. It has low rent and is in a busy traffic area. This would be a good space for Korean karaoke or dinner with hard liquor for golfers.
Asking Price
$349,000
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Posting: 283503 | In Escrow | 2/15/24
Downtown Location: Being located in the downtown area can be a significant advantage for a restaurant. It offers easy access for both locals and tourists, and it often provides a vibrant atmosphere.
Asking Price
$398,000
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Posting: 286125 | Available | 6/12/24
A fantastic free-standing building with plenty of parking is located in the best area, on a busy street, with the same owner for 50 years. All help is run by 40 employees, and it features a full bar. The space is approximately 4500 sq ft and operates 7 days a week.
Asking Price
$395,000
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Posting: 285840 | Available | 4/27/24
This is a globally inspired, locally sourced restaurant serving hand-crafted food in a well-appointed dining area and bar. This popular restaurant is ideally located at minute's drive from Hwy-101, 1, and world-famous Pismo Beach.
Asking Price
$649,000
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Posting: 284642 | Available | 1/11/24
The owners of this fantastic East Bay sports bar spared no expense. Located on a prime, corner location, in one of the East Bay's most populated cities, this stunning large open space is roughly 4,500 sq ft. The seller's have beautifully maintained the space over the years.
Asking Price
$375,000
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Posting: 286803 | Available | 5/28/24
Owner-operators will find this an ideal opportunity: a well-established, easy-to-operate 47-licensed bar and grill. Located just a short stroll from the beach in one of the best neighborhoods in South Orange County, it offers a full bar with cocktails, beer, wine, and fresh food.
Asking Price
$185,000
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Posting: 285087 | Available | 5/27/24
For sale is a successful, established Santa Cruz County, California cocktail lounge that holds a type 48 license. Real estate is also available.
Asking Price
$675,000
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Posting: 284757 | Available | 4/28/24
Bring your own concept to a turn-key brewery and taproom in Rancho Cucamonga. It is located in a well-established business park near commercial and residential neighborhoods. The business serves award-winning beers brewed on-site and holds a type 23 ABC license.
Asking Price
$78,000
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Posting: 278647 | Available | 1/30/23
ABC Type 47 License for Sale in Riverside County. This restaurant was Voted 'Best Pizza in the Desert' Award 4 years running by 'Open Table' The Sellers had owned it since 2016 but now have closed the business and wish to sell just their ABC type 47 hard liquor license.
Asking Price
$100,000
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$12,000
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$12,000
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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.
Asking Price
$1,300,000
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Posting: 280473 | Available | 2/3/24
For sale is a hotel with a restaurant and bar that has a hard liquor type 47 license. There are 9 bedrooms in the 6,000 square feet business. A separate precious "Off Sale Type 21" license is available for $200,0000, one of only 4 in Modoc County. It is fully equipped.
Asking Price
$485,000
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Posting: 285274 | Available | 4/16/24
Opening in 2016, this chef driven Latin Bistro has gained much popularity within this fantastic East Bay community drawing clientele from Walnut Creek and other affluent areas. Its town-center location is ideal and the well kept complex where it resides is inviting and has a great product mix.
Asking Price
$349,000
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$145,000
Posting: 285627 | Available | 6/3/24
For sale is a great location near the beach at a nice shopping center. It has been established for many years near a major market, making it the best location for a great price. It was established in 2014 and includes all licenses. There are no restrictions on the license.
Asking Price
$175,000
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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.
Owners should keep the fact that they want to sell their small business confidential. Before releasing information to prospective buyers, buyers should commit to confidentiality in writing & should understand why it is important. Peter Siegel, MBA a ProBuy and ProSell Advisor with BizBen explains.
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!
Many times when buying a business there are reasons why buying stock or buying assets is the better business decision. We explore these options on the BizBen Blog Post of which option may be better depending on the circumstances of the buyer (and seller) involved in the transaction taking place.
Many business owners fail to maximize their business' value because they don't have a proper strategy in place to do so. Failure to maximize your businesses value will make it harder to attract the most qualified buyers. Have a plan that ensures your business is as attractive & valuable as possible.
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.
