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Posting: 284348 | Available | 12/18/23
This is a great opportunity for a qualified director to purchase their first preschool facility which already has established a good reputation in the neighborhood. The school's location on a well-traveled street gives it great visibility. An Owner/Operator can receive a very good net income.
Asking Price
$600,000
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$46,895
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Posting: 284343 | Available | 12/18/23
This well-established center features much more than just laser tag. It also includes axe throwing, 29 state-of-the-art arcade games (operated through a modern ticketless system,) a pizza/cafe area, a beer license that enhances the customer experience.
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 284199 | Available | 12/7/23
For sale is an after-school education learning center established in 2017 that provides Mandarin language blended with STEM instruction for grades K-5. There are additional 10-week summer programs established for grades K-8 for 6 hrs/day. This is SBA pre-qualified!
Asking Price
$285,000
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Posting: 284096 | Available | 11/30/23
This modern and attractive free-standing building with a capacity of over 130 children is located in a very desirable area of South Orange County. It is well-equipped with attractive furnishings and Montessori teaching materials. The newly renovated and spacious grounds are equally attractive.
Asking Price
$3,550,000
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Posting: 284063 | In Contract | 11/29/23
This well established preschool facility is a perfect opportunity for a Buyer to purchase a successfully operating school business. The facility is licensed for over 90 children and is currently operating at over 70% of the capacity, leaving room to increase the already good net income.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
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Posting: 279842 | Available | 11/22/23
This is a pediatric practice that has been established since 1988. The doctor has been at their current location for 25 years. It has over 2,700+ patients and is growing. The leased space is approximately 1,635 sq. ft consisting of four exam rooms with sinks, a private office, etc.
Asking Price
$449,000
Cash flow
$170,000
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$290,000
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Posting: 283844 | Available | 11/14/23
An exciting party rental business is currently available for sale. This business offers a comprehensive range of party supplies, including tables, chairs, and a specialization in jumpers or bounce houses.
Asking Price
$250,000
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Posting: 264655 | Available | 11/7/23
Child care / after school / day care business for sale location! Location! Location! This after school / day care facility with great location of walking distance to 4 schools. Across street is american high school. Sign nda for financial data.Submit offers.
Asking Price
$125,000
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Posting: 280261 | In Contract | 10/13/23
For sale is a well-established preschool licensed for 71 children with ages 2-5 years. 4 large classrooms, a private office, a multi-purpose room, and several fenced playground areas. It is located in a great location with commercial businesses and residential.2697 square feet expansion room.
Asking Price
$595,000
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Posting: 277654 | In Escrow | 10/2/23
For sale is a very profitable, well-established, turn-key preschool center in Alameda County with real estate property. This preschool is warm, inviting, and child-centered. Classrooms and playgrounds are organized, and clean and provide a variety of learning areas. Buyers must be experienced.
Asking Price
$2,900,000
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$850,000
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$1,800,000
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Posting: 283020 | Available | 9/25/23
This is a high-capacity center (100+) in a good location of San Diego with a good demand for childcare and is highly profitable. The 2023 projected financials indicate an annual revenue of $1,800,000 and Seller's Discretionary Earnings of over $850,000. There is a director on staff.
Asking Price
$2,750,000
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$41,849
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Posting: 282223 | Available | 8/16/23
This business is New Jersey's premier children's character entertainment company. The company's group of seasoned, talented actors portray children's favorite fairy tale characters for children's birthday parties and events all around the state.
Asking Price
$110,000
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$314,450
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$663,571
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Posting: 282198 | Available | 8/15/23
We are thrilled to present an extraordinary opportunity to acquire an established International EdTech Company at the forefront of integrating digital content into early childhood learning. Programs are offered in more than 20 languages and have an impressive presence in more than 30 countries.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
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$247,502
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$978,240
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Posting: 276599 | Available | 8/3/23
This award-winning Orange County dance studio offers a wide range of recreational and competitive dance styles for children from 2 years old through high school graduates. Recreational dance options include classics such as jazz, tap, hip hop, ballet, tumbling, and more.
Asking Price
$649,000
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Posting: 268674 | In Escrow | 11/24/21
Licensed capacity 65 and successfully runs at full capacity and Net Profit approximately $350K. High Net. Profit preschool with Well established business in good demographic area. Both Business and Property for sale. Property is $1,495,000 and Business $1,100,000. Total $2,595,000.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
Total Investment
$100,000
Min Liquid Cash
$80,000
Net Worth
$100,000
Posting: 284068 | Available | 5/1/24
S.A.M offers individuals and companies of all sizes the opportunity to fulfill a passion for nurturing young minds while running a profitable and rewarding business. Our program uses the two-pillared approach of Classroom Engagement and Worksheet Reinforcement.
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$25,000
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Posting: 286155 | Available | 4/16/24
iCode, a national computer science education franchise offering after-school and summer programs, equips children with the skills and knowledge to compete in today's technological environment.
Asking Price
$300,000
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Posting: 280261 | In Contract | 10/13/23
For sale is a well-established preschool licensed for 71 children with ages 2-5 years. 4 large classrooms, a private office, a multi-purpose room, and several fenced playground areas. It is located in a great location with commercial businesses and residential.2697 square feet expansion room.
Asking Price
$595,000
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Posting: 285385 | Available | 2/27/24
For sale is a specialty preschool for special needs children. This is a rare opportunity for an owner to build a specialty type young educational business. The approximate size of the preschool site is 3,700 square feet with beautiful large classrooms and fully fenced over-sized play area.
Asking Price
$25,000
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Posting: 282961 | Available | 4/30/24
This preschool center is well-established, profitable, and has been serving the community for decades. Classrooms are child-centered, spacious, clean, and organized. Playgrounds are nicely laid out, with a large commercial play structure, and ample space for children to run and play.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
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Posting: 285525 | Available | 3/6/24
This is a fantastic opportunity to own one of the top upscale preschool and infant toddler programs. The school has been thriving for years and is modern and immaculate. This one will not last. It is a stand-alone with an outdoor playscape environment. Its licensed capacity is 100.
Asking Price
$750,000
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Posting: 279842 | Available | 11/22/23
This is a pediatric practice that has been established since 1988. The doctor has been at their current location for 25 years. It has over 2,700+ patients and is growing. The leased space is approximately 1,635 sq. ft consisting of four exam rooms with sinks, a private office, etc.
Asking Price
$449,000
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$350,000
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Posting: 284199 | Available | 12/7/23
For sale is an after-school education learning center established in 2017 that provides Mandarin language blended with STEM instruction for grades K-5. There are additional 10-week summer programs established for grades K-8 for 6 hrs/day. This is SBA pre-qualified!
Asking Price
$285,000
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Posting: 284440 | Available | 4/17/24
Profitable preschool center for sale in San Joaquin County. This well-established preschool has been serving the community for decades with full enrollment and with a waitlist. This nicely designed preschool is organized, bright, spacious, and inviting.
Asking Price
$825,000
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Posting: 285787 | Available | 3/22/24
Discover a thriving art school in Orange County's most sought after area, offering diverse classes including sketching, oil painting, and digital art. Fully equipped with high quality supplies and equipment, the school provides the ideal environment for artistic exploration.
Asking Price
$1,599,999
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Posting: 286078 | Available | 4/10/24
This montessori preschool is located on one of the main streets of Southern Orange County, with great visibility. It has ample parking and easy approach from the street is a big plus giving parents convenient access.
Asking Price
$425,000
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Posting: 279754 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a preschool center with property for sale in Contra Costa County. This quaint, well-established preschool center has been serving the community for nearly two decades. It is a home-away-from-home environment with an excellent reputation. The classrooms are clean and well-maintained.
Asking Price
$1,007,000
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$41,849
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$101,625
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Posting: 282223 | Available | 8/16/23
This business is New Jersey's premier children's character entertainment company. The company's group of seasoned, talented actors portray children's favorite fairy tale characters for children's birthday parties and events all around the state.
Asking Price
$110,000
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$260,000
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$1,400,000
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Posting: 284699 | Available | 1/16/24
This pediatric therapy clinic is in its 8th year and tripled its size since opening in 2016. They specialize in physical, occupational and speech therapy services for children with special needs in the Orange County, CA area. Additionally, this clinic offers the very unique therasuit program.
Asking Price
$780,000
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$285,000
Posting: 285857 | In Contract | 3/26/24
This is a large, profitable, turn-key preschool center for sale in Santa Clara County. This preschool center has been operating for nearly two decades, and has an excellent reputation with a waitlist. They offer a language, play based program. Classrooms are very spacious, clean, and organized.
Asking Price
$955,000
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$307,232
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$1,238,383
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Posting: 282160 | Available | 1/30/24
For sale is a great pediatric practice with real estate available. This is a well-established pediatric in Arlington, Texas. This reputable 17-year-old practice provides comprehensive care for newborns through the age of 18. This practice offers comprehensive care for children aged 0-18.
Asking Price
$630,000
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$400,000
Posting: 284348 | Available | 12/18/23
This is a great opportunity for a qualified director to purchase their first preschool facility which already has established a good reputation in the neighborhood. The school's location on a well-traveled street gives it great visibility. An Owner/Operator can receive a very good net income.
Asking Price
$600,000
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Posting: 284984 | Available | 2/3/24
This is a well-established pediatric medical office located in Orange County which has been in business for over 40 years. One physician works only 3 days per week as he is semi-retired and now wants to totally retire. They currently do not take new patients, so there is great potential.
Asking Price
$480,000
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Posting: 283349 | Available | 2/27/24
This is a great location with an established reputation, dependable staff, and a well-run business with an absentee owner. There is a possible expansion for future growth. There is a large potential for net profit growth. Local businesses and residential homes are a great asset for enrollment.
Asking Price
$599,000
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Posting: 286353 | Available | 5/1/24
A preschool center is for sale, located in Sacramento County. This preschool center, which has been operating for nearly 20 years, offers very spacious classrooms, a large fully equipped kitchen, a large reception area, and ample storage.
Asking Price
$700,000
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$247,502
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$978,240
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Posting: 276599 | Available | 8/3/23
This award-winning Orange County dance studio offers a wide range of recreational and competitive dance styles for children from 2 years old through high school graduates. Recreational dance options include classics such as jazz, tap, hip hop, ballet, tumbling, and more.
Asking Price
$649,000
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Posting: 279329 | Available | 4/28/24
This is a preschool business for sale in San Francisco Outer sunset. It is currently owner-operated with 5 kids. It is open everyday with the owner only working 6 hours a day. The place can fit up to 35 kids. It is approximately 1,500 square feet with high ceilings. The lease amount is $3,300.
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 268674 | In Escrow | 11/24/21
Licensed capacity 65 and successfully runs at full capacity and Net Profit approximately $350K. High Net. Profit preschool with Well established business in good demographic area. Both Business and Property for sale. Property is $1,495,000 and Business $1,100,000. Total $2,595,000.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
Cash flow
$46,895
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$881,274
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Posting: 284343 | Available | 12/18/23
This well-established center features much more than just laser tag. It also includes axe throwing, 29 state-of-the-art arcade games (operated through a modern ticketless system,) a pizza/cafe area, a beer license that enhances the customer experience.
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 285031 | Available | 2/6/24
This well-managed and profitable preschool business is available for sale (with property included) in Ventura County. The preschool has a license capacity of 80+ children and offers an excellent history of high enrollment. It has a superb location in an affluent neighborhood.
Asking Price
$1,550,000
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$35,000
Posting: 285521 | Available | 4/15/24
For sale is a brand new, never-opened school ready for you to start enrolling. It is the perfect size for a new start-up and owner/operator. The owner purchased the existing school and closed it to remodel and license it but never reopened. So it is turn-key and ready to go. The capacity is 30.
Asking Price
$75,000
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Posting: 281277 | In Escrow | 12/27/23
This is a preschool center for sale that is located in San Mateo County. It is a well-established preschool serving the community for nearly 20 years. It has an excellent reputation and offers diverse learning experiences. The playground has a commercial play structure with ample space.
Asking Price
$470,000
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$750,000
Posting: 277654 | In Escrow | 10/2/23
For sale is a very profitable, well-established, turn-key preschool center in Alameda County with real estate property. This preschool is warm, inviting, and child-centered. Classrooms and playgrounds are organized, and clean and provide a variety of learning areas. Buyers must be experienced.
Asking Price
$2,900,000
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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.
