Current Status: Active
Posting ID: 282226
8/15/23
Contact: William Socha At 661-803-0574 - Also Email This Contact Below
Description
I am looking to buy any close-out stores. We buy hardware goods, stuffed animals, and plush toys of all kinds. We buy blankets and sheets, any quantities, large or small, new and not used. We buy stores, garage storage areas, etc. big or small.
Phone number: 661-803-0574
Email: williamdsocha@gmail.com
Contact
Phone: 661-803-0574My Notes About This Listing
Cash flow
$1,012,937
Revenue
$17,467,745
Down
$6,000,000
Posting: 278395 | Available | 9/20/23
This full-service independent grocery store is located in the foothills of the Northern California Gold Country. Well established in the community, this store features full meat, bakery, deli, and floral department. With over $1.4 million in discretionary earnings, this opportunity is perfect.
Asking Price
$6,000,000
Cash flow
300,000 plus
Revenue
$730,720
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 276160 | Available | 9/20/23
This profitable water purification supplies and services business serves the technical, hospital, medical, and dialysis industries of north/central California and western Nevada, including companies like Tesla. Established in 1997. Annual sales are projected to well exceed $600,000 in 2022.
Asking Price
$899,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$897,000
Down
$100,000
Posting: 280661 | Available | 9/20/23
Profitable established breakfast/lunch restaurant in North County San Diego. The owner is retiring after 25 years. A Great time to buy this breakfast/lunch restaurant & generate cash for yourself. 7:00 a - 3:00 p, SBA Pre-Approved! Possible Seller Financing. $100K+/- ADJ Cash Flow!
Asking Price
$167,000
Total Investment
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Percentage Offered
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Posting: 282547 | Available | 9/22/23
Prime Commercial Property Investment Opportunity. 10.6 acres in the heart of Silicon Valley. 3501-3591 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA. Equity share and dividend opportunity for apartment, senior assisted living, hotel, and retail business development.
Min. Investment Acceptable
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Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
$230,000
Down
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Posting: 281395 | Available | 9/18/23
PRICE REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE! Act fast! Amazing opportunity to own the biggest and nicest Food Truck around and join a nationally respected brand in one of the biggest and hottest counties in the Bay Area for festivals, carnivals, weddings, parties, corporate events, and much much more!
Asking Price
$75,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$100,000
Posting: 281759 | Available | 9/20/23
Kitchen warehouse Combo - Has all machinery for a start up. Permitted Truck additional option, Ready for production no brand included Operating bakery production business / Commercial Kitchen - Fully Set up and operational Unlimited potential - Wholesale / Retail / Co-packing.
Asking Price
$295,000
Cash flow
$247,560
Revenue
$607,878
Down
$100
Posting: 279065 | Available | 9/23/23
Smoke Shop - Attractive - High Net - 100% Absentee owned & 100% Employee Run - Located in an Upscale and Desirable City of San Bernardino County.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,560,000
Down
Cash Only
Posting: 282157 | Available | 9/20/23
For sale is a fast food restaurant that includes the land, building and business. It is approximately 3,064 sq ft. of the drive-thru building and approximately 33,611 sq ft. of land. It is a large lot with lots of parking. There is a double drive-thru with an extremely long stacking lane.
Asking Price
$3,100,000
Cash flow
$381,423
Revenue
$697,388
Down
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Posting: 279502 | Available | 9/19/23
Are you looking for an opportunity to break into the booming market of wholesale e-commerce while also making a positive impact on the world? Look no further than at this thriving business specializing in the distribution of ethically-sourced crystals and sage products.
Asking Price
Call/Email
Cash flow
N/A New Franchise
Revenue
N/A New Franchise
Down
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Posting: 276642 | Available | 9/18/23
Fulfill a passion for nurturing young minds aged 4-12 while running a profitable and rewarding business with an award-winning S.A.M Singapore Math learning enrichment franchise offering programs individually tailored to each student. Ride the STEM wave to success.
Asking Price
25,000 Franchise Fee
Bldg Size
See Description
Typical Floor Size
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Year Built
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Posting: 282548 | Available | 9/22/23
Prime Commercial Property Investment Opportunity. 10.6 acres in the heart of Silicon Valley. 3501-3591 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA. Equity share and dividend opportunity for apartment, senior assisted living, hotel, and retail business development.
Asking Price
Call / Email
Cash flow
$236,850
Revenue
$1,412,659
Down
$395,000
Posting: 282871 | Available | 9/22/23
This long-established glazing contractor does new installation work in a specialty niche, with far fewer competitors than other glass companies. Over $1MM in revenues annually, over 50% gross profit, and a great reputation in the industry. This is a great opportunity with high margins.
Asking Price
$395,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$661,200
Down
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Posting: 281173 | Available | 9/22/23
Over 48 years of long-standing deli and cafe franchise with a large presence throughout the Bay Area. Their sandwiches, soups, and salads are made with fresh, quality ingredients.
Asking Price
$196,000
Cash flow
$203,427
Revenue
$1,203,928
Down
$61,500
Posting: 278909 | Available | 9/21/23
This company sells and installs industrial air filtration equipment and provides ongoing maintenance services to customers in a broad range of industries. It enjoys minimal competition in its specialized market niche and has solid expansion potential through expanding vendor relationships.
Asking Price
$615,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$600,000
Down
$40,000
Posting: 278882 | Available | 9/22/23
This North Huntington area restaurant with beer and wine boasts a highly unique high traffic near a beachside location that caters to multiple demographics of area residents and visitors, and the boating community. The location has a highly versatile build-out that may be adapted to any concept.
Asking Price
$40,000
Total Investment
$600K to $700K
Min Liquid Cash
$400,000
Net Worth
$600,000
Posting: 281831 | Available | 9/17/23
Ellie is changing how we treat mental health. Owning an Ellie allows you to provide exceptional, accessible care to your communities. Ellie is a proven brand in the mental health sector.
Franchise Fee
$110,000
Cash flow
N/A New Franchise
Revenue
N/A New Franchise
Down
Posting: 276905 | Available | 9/18/23
All Dry franchisees provide clients with top-flight water damage restoration services. We provide high-tech processes, intuitive software, proprietary training & more to ensure any water or mold issue is properly handled. All Dry offers a proven model in a recession-proof industry.
Asking Price
49,500 Franchise Fee
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$165,000
Posting: 282327 | Available | 9/19/23
Fully accredited thru ACHC. Provider number received in May 2023. Located in Burbank, Los Angeles County, CA but able to relocate if desired. Ready to bill.
Asking Price
$165,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$397,848
Down
$40,000
Posting: 279880 | Available | 9/23/23
For sale is a great opportunity to own, well-established, short hours, easy-operational, absentee-run, Flame Broiler franchise. Please note, that this Flame Broiler franchise is located in a premium trade area, inside a large shopping center, on a major busy street.
Asking Price
$65,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$160,000
Posting: 281078 | Available | 9/21/23
For sale by owner. Provider number received 06/05/2023. Ready to Bill. ACHC Accredited Home Health in Sherman Oaks, CA. The owner can help with the change of ownership application and change of address, if necessary. Asking Purchase Price: $180,000.
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
N/A New Franchise
Revenue
N/A New FRanchise
Down
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Posting: 277982 | Available | 9/18/23
Best Choice Roofing has completed over 70,000 roofing projects becoming one of the largest roofing contractors in the US with more than 40 locations in 15 states. As an Owens Corning "Platinum Preferred Contractor" since 2011, Best Choice Roofing is recognized as a "Top One Percent Performer."
Asking Price
59,500 Franchise Fee
Cash flow
$119,518
Revenue
$714,638
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 280766 | Available | 9/23/23
Fast food franchise - Well Established - Short Hours - 100% Absentee Owned - 100% Employee Operated - Very Desirable and Upscale Community of Orange County.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$279,766
Revenue
$587,000
Down
$400,000
Posting: 282988 | Available | 9/22/23
60+ years of proven national-level franchise hamburger and ice-cream restaurant with a cash flow of fabulous $279k! Offered for $1.8mil. No Franchise Fee. The current owner owned the restaurant for 22 years, Simple operations involving sizzling patties and squeezing ice-cream, that's it. E-2 OK.
Asking Price
$1,800,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$20,000
Posting: 282870 | Available | 9/22/23
Collision Werks LLC, has numerous 5 star reviews and ready to retire after 30 years. The owner, Troy Procter has an excellent reputation for quality and service to clients. The goodwill, client base, and all equipment included for sale.
Asking Price
$50,000
Cash flow
$92,305
Revenue
$228,291
Down
$200,000
Posting: 278385 | Available | 9/21/23
This is a consistently profitable commercial interior plant service business. The company has been operating for over forty years with a stable client base. Business serves thSan Francisco Bay Area with clients from the Peninsula to the greater East Bay. Buyers should already have facilities to run.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
N/A New Franchise
Revenue
N/A New Franchise
Down
Posting: 277027 | Available | 9/18/23
For over 20 years, Mighty Dog Roofing has provided customer-service-obsessed roof repairs and replacements across the country with a national standard of excellence. Mighty Dog is a roofing, siding, and gutter provider with a sterling reputation for quality and reliability.
Asking Price
59,500 Franchise Fee
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 281469 | Available | 9/20/23
One of a kind and rare opportunity to own a fully licensed by CDPH and fully accredited/certified by the Joint Commission (JACO) hospice agency.
Asking Price
$700,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
550K
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 274482 | Available | 9/18/23
Top brand blinds, shades, shutters, etc retail. Easy to operate profitable and potential business even without advertisements more sales with advertising & marketing. Ideal location on a high-traffic major street and the hub of Silicon Valley. Increasing sales yearly with many repeat customers.
Asking Price
$249,000
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