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$4,000,000
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$4,950,000
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Posting: 260179 | Available | 7/7/22
The Company is a direct, high end, national provider of planning solutions that uses proprietary high-speed data technology, service, and integrity to simplify the complex world of business, financial, and risk management planning. The technology is designed to pinpoint optimal plan design results.
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$18,540
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$148,110
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Posting: 274078 | Available | 7/2/22
Founded in 2018, specializing in Artificial Intelligence Radiology Imaging and other Emerging Medical Technologies, owned and operated by three managing partners with broad ranging domain expertise. Our client has seen high quality, sector specific deal flow,
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$6,750
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$29,700
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Posting: 273249 | Available | 6/23/22
Our client has an innovative blockchain platform that operates as a digital marketplace where users can create coins and smart contracts to trade assets, goods, and services using a digitally encrypted, peer-to-peer blockchain exchange system. With our client's platform, users can create, transact
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$14,200
Revenue
$36,900
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Posting: 273281 | Available | 5/6/22
Our client offers a NFT fantasy franchise sports platform, built on blockchain technology, that introduces true in-game ownership of franchises, teams, and players through the use of NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens). Unique to our client, customers will own their franchise and their players indefinitely,
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$517,548
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Posting: 272708 | Available | 3/4/22
Our client developed and operates a multi-market high-demand system capable of identifying criminal subjects in seconds. Access to the cloud-based software is subscription-based with packages ranging from $35,000 to $300,000 annually. The system generates recurring revenue from major retailers.
Asking Price
$5,000,000
Cash flow
$10,000
Revenue
$12,000
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Posting: 269403 | Available | 9/2/21
This well-established brand provides a unique, all-in-one web-based SaaS platform for generating dynamic QR codes with tracking and reporting capabilities, as well as a full featured website builder for developing custom mobile landing pages and micro-sites.
Asking Price
$115,000
Cash flow
$115,314
Revenue
$478,122
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$595,000
Posting: 242307 | Available | 5/24/21
This technology firm has developed a fully-integrated and online and mobile food-ordering solution for restaurant chains. This technology firm has developed a fully-integrated and online and mobile food-ordering solution for restaurant chains. This seamless and fully customized and branded 3rd party
Asking Price
$595,000
Cash flow
$2,430,000
Revenue
$6,950,000
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Posting: 260194 | Available | 10/28/20
The Company is a direct, high end, national provider of planning solutions that uses proprietary high-speed data technology, service, and integrity to simplify the complex world of business, financial, and risk management planning.
Asking Price
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Cash flow
$1,970,838
Revenue
$2,738,419
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Posting: 281975 | Available | 9/1/23
Our client is a unified real estate property cloud-based software technology. The seller is the inventor of a patented lock/unlock, video access and building management platform. Our client is currently live in 170+ buildings nationwide, primarily in NY and NJ.
Asking Price
$10,000,000
Cash flow
$115,314
Revenue
$478,122
Down
$595,000
Posting: 242307 | Available | 5/24/21
This technology firm has developed a fully-integrated and online and mobile food-ordering solution for restaurant chains. This technology firm has developed a fully-integrated and online and mobile food-ordering solution for restaurant chains. This seamless and fully customized and branded 3rd party
Asking Price
$595,000
Cash flow
$636,304
Revenue
$898,964
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Posting: 281750 | Available | 7/22/23
100% of the reported gross income for this business is recurring revenue from SAAS products! This very profitable distribution company bills itself as a Technology Strategy & Advisory practice helping its customers to build exceptional business value from technology.
Asking Price
$2,300,000
Cash flow
$1,200,000
Revenue
$10,000,000
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Posting: 286121 | Available | 4/14/24
ProNova Partners is pleased to present a unique IT Services group for sale. The company operates under three distinct legal entities with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. Interested Parties are encouraged to submit bids before the June 1, 2024 cutoff date.
Asking Price
$5,000,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$175,000
Posting: 283031 | Available | 4/11/24
This national cell phone and computer repair franchise is a California C Corporation that has been in operation for the past 11 years under the ownership of the founder. Located in a centralized shopping center in Northern California, they specialize in repair services for phones and computers.
Asking Price
$175,000
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Posting: 276243 | Available | 5/2/23
A manufacturer of the most exclusive advanced golf simulation screen system is available. It has a patented design and fully self-contained golf simulators (Trackman, Foresight, and Uneekor Flight). It does custom design and installation, custom screen design, wall and ceiling protection, and more.
Asking Price
$3,250,000
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Posting: 271022 | Available | 6/20/23
It is estimated that the marketplace for connected cars and automobile data is will reach $400BN by 2030. There are currently ~280MM registered automobiles in the US today with ~65MM of them being connected cars. The Company has created a process that while working with 3rd party Co
Asking Price
$745,000
Cash flow
$9,280
Revenue
$1,595,000
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Posting: 275838 | Available | 9/11/22
World leader in iris recognition tech with large USA production capacity. Multinational with robust record of selling tech products worldwide. Clients include UN, US Dept. of Homeland Security, Navy, Marines, govts. of India, Philippines, Kenya, and Northrop Grumman, InCadence and numerous others.
Asking Price
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Cash flow
$296,062
Revenue
$3,276,463
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Posting: 286276 | Available | 4/26/24
This acquisition opportunity is for a well-established, highly reputable, 29-year Customized Data Server and System Design & Assembly company, located at the center of Silicon Valley.
Asking Price
$1,050,000
Cash flow
$2,500,000
Revenue
$8,000,000
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Posting: 277697 | Available | 4/5/24
This company offers custom software solutions and outstanding digital marketing services to reputable clients across the globe. It is quite possibly the perfect business profile given the current economic climate.
Asking Price
$15,000,000
Cash flow
$10,000
Revenue
$12,000
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Posting: 269403 | Available | 9/2/21
This well-established brand provides a unique, all-in-one web-based SaaS platform for generating dynamic QR codes with tracking and reporting capabilities, as well as a full featured website builder for developing custom mobile landing pages and micro-sites.
Asking Price
$115,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$2,237,001
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Posting: 285129 | Available | 2/13/24
Our client has developed software that allows for third-party drivers to act as an ending delivery service. Our client began their development in 2018 and have since then developed into a market-tested SaaS. It works as a mediator between parts sellers and part purchasers digitally.
Asking Price
$875,000
Cash flow
$160,000
Revenue
$400,000
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Posting: 284221 | Available | 1/15/24
Seize this rare opportunity to own a turnkey, highly profitable cell phone repair & sales business. Strategically located in a bustling regional shopping center, this established venture boasts a 12-year track record and a loyal customer base, validated by stellar online reviews.
Asking Price
$299,888
Cash flow
$4,600,000
Revenue
$7,000,000
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Posting: 282553 | Available | 4/22/24
With the ever-increasing demand for internet speed and connectivity, there is a race taking place among the major ISP's within the more densely populated metropolitan areas in unrolling ultra high-speed and ultra-wide band internet connectivity.
Asking Price
$35,000,000
Cash flow
$572,233
Revenue
$1,360,754
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Posting: 282478 | Available | 1/28/24
This is an opportunity to acquire a custom software development company that was awarded a patent on their process for creating multi-platform, self-service applications for customers of utilities, telecom, & other businesses with a large customer base. They have 20+ yrs of long-term relationships.
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
$606,702
Revenue
$1,500,000
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Posting: 283579 | Available | 2/13/24
Become the new owner of this premier IT service company and lead it to even greater success. This well-established company has been in business for several decades. The company provides top-tier professionally managed IT and computer security services to businesses of all sizes.
Asking Price
$1,785,000
Cash flow
$245,000
Revenue
$500,000
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Posting: 275026 | Available | 11/8/22
This Los Angeles County retail electronics business has a storied 37- year history. Back when LP Vinyl records and cassette tapes were still king, this industry leader was already thriving. They specialize in the sales, servicing, rentals, and installation of pro-audio equipment.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
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$517,548
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Posting: 272708 | Available | 3/4/22
Our client developed and operates a multi-market high-demand system capable of identifying criminal subjects in seconds. Access to the cloud-based software is subscription-based with packages ranging from $35,000 to $300,000 annually. The system generates recurring revenue from major retailers.
Asking Price
$5,000,000
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Posting: 285892 | Available | 3/28/24
Situated in a highly sought-after area, this imaging center benefits from high visibility and accessibility, ensuring a steady flow of clientele. Enjoy the advantage of a low lease cost at just $4990, all-inclusive. This favorable lease agreement contributes to excellent profit margins.
Asking Price
$380,000
Cash flow
$18,540
Revenue
$148,110
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Posting: 274078 | Available | 7/2/22
Founded in 2018, specializing in Artificial Intelligence Radiology Imaging and other Emerging Medical Technologies, owned and operated by three managing partners with broad ranging domain expertise. Our client has seen high quality, sector specific deal flow,
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Cash flow
$71,220
Revenue
$205,165
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$10,000
Posting: 283615 | Available | 4/29/24
This is extraordinary, turnkey chance awaits you with the availability of a flourishing cellphone and computer repair store strategically located in Riverside County. This business has established a solid reputation for delivering high-quality repair services. Currently catering to all major brands.
Asking Price
$59,000
Cash flow
$751,107
Revenue
$2,281,386
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$3,000,000
Posting: 282785 | Available | 3/22/24
The business essentially created the popular niche for the premium products they create and sell. Started in 2017, all remote, loyal customer base, excellent reviews, 26 product SKUs, with more on deck. Seller works approximately 10 hours/week overseeing operations
Asking Price
$3,200,000
Cash flow
$502,226
Revenue
$1,348,340
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$750,000
Posting: 282362 | Available | 4/1/24
Step into the realm of innovation through a unique opportunity presented by a distinguished 20-year custom software development company. Boasting a legacy of patented seamless app tech, this venture awaits at a price of $1.25M, with a seller financing option of $500K.
Asking Price
$1,250,000
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N/A
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Posting: 279725 | Available | 4/23/24
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
$6,750
Revenue
$29,700
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Posting: 273249 | Available | 6/23/22
Our client has an innovative blockchain platform that operates as a digital marketplace where users can create coins and smart contracts to trade assets, goods, and services using a digitally encrypted, peer-to-peer blockchain exchange system. With our client's platform, users can create, transact
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$350,000
Revenue
$985,000
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Posting: 277822 | Available | 12/13/22
Our client is offering a patented Intellectual Property to manage real-time vital signs of at-risk patients and to provide them to physicians, nurses, and other primary care providers in underserved rural and urban communities.
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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
Cash flow
$10,700
Revenue
$33,495
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Posting: 275861 | Available | 11/16/23
This profitable business is offering software designed to manage projects in both high-level software and smaller, non-software project arenas. The software greatly enhances overall control of very high-level software development projects. Also designed for development of general-purpose projects.
Asking Price
$250,000
The Veld Group provides a refreshing approach to Business Brokerage, Mergers & Acquisitions and Business Consulting and Valuations. From Your Street to Wall Street, we cater to Main Street Businesses as well as more complex Strategic Firms and Start-Ups.
ServingSouthern California
Cheryl's a restaurant business broker, over 25 years in the bar and restaurant industry coupled with a J.D. Cheryl works tirelessly to create successful strategies and effective negotiations for those who wish to purchase a new or sell an existing bar, restaurant, cafe, or night club. 415-309-2722
ServingCity Of San Francisco
I am an experienced entrepreneur, attorney, & business professor. I & my EvergreenGold® team offer business owners sound advice & expertise to build business value & achieve profitable sales. Call me today for a business evaluation & SWOT analysis for your business anywhere in the USA.
ServingNationwide
Laundry consulting, due diligence, buyer representation: We preview laundries for you and evaluate them. 28 years laundry industry experience: buying, selling, valuing, retooling, analyzing, consulting services for laundry buyers and entrepreneurs in California. Contact us today about our services.
ServingSouthern California
If your business involves alcoholic beverage sales, we can help. Obtaining a liquor license transfer or selling a business with a license in California does not have to be a frustrating and overwhelming process. We have procured thousands of licenses for our clients.
ServingAll Of California
McGovern Escrow Services, Inc., is a leading independent escrow company. We are a trusted partner with our clients, assisting them through the tangled bulk sale & liquor license transfer process. We provide attentive, quality & innovative customer service. Phone Elizabeth McGovern at 415-735-3645.
ServingSan Francisco Bay Area, North Bay, Central Valley
For over 25 years Peter Siegel, MBA has been providing niche business purchase financial advisory and loan placement services with SBA Loans, Non SBA Financing, Retirement Plan Conversions, Note Restructures, etc. Call me regarding business purchase financing and to get pre-qualified: 925-785-3118.
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I am the Founder Of BizBen.com. I consult daily with intermediaries, business buyers, owner/sellers & advisors daily about buying and selling California small to mid-sized businesses. Contact me today about joining & utilizing BizBen, consultations, & advisory services.
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In an advanced, technologically savvy era, virtually anything can be done, purchased or explored via cyberspace. As the market continues to expand and flourish, eCommerce owners can continue to reap in the selling of their online businesses. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen Director) explores this topic.
When buying an eCommerce business several factors come into play: market position, competition, growth areas, recurring customer base factors and ratios, etc. On this BizBen blog post Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen Director, Financing Expert) addresses some of these eCommerce factors for business buyers.
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.
The unfortunate truth is that approximately 50% of all small business sales transactions fall through. While failed transactions can happen for a variety of reasons, Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen Founder & Lead Advisor) discusses the most common reason deals fall through; unrealistic asking prices.
The idea to have a buying a business checklist follows the adage that it's always useful to start with a plan when searching to buy a small business for sale. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen.com and top advisor of the BizBen ProBuy Program suggests six items for all business buyers to utilize.
The key to finding the ideal business broker or agent and selling a small business is asking the right questions and getting the right answers back! Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen & several top business brokers and agents in California (ProIntermediaries) contribute to this topic to assist sellers.
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.
What is your goal in 5 years? Do you want to become a business owner? Buying a business can be an exciting, safe opportunity to gain financial freedom. But how to buy the right business? This article will walk you through the process of buying a business.
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.
Peter Siegel, MBA - Lead Advisor with the BizBen.com ProSell Program discusses critical steps to prepare a small to mid-sized business including: which documents will be needed, key advisors to have involved, pricing the business, and how to attract the right business buyers to your listing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Avoiding the obvious mistakes when selling a small business is important if you want to sell your business. Peter Siegel, Director of BizBen and the BizBen ProSell Program discusses what fatal mistakes business owners should avoid when selling their small to mid-sized California business.
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.
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?
The economy has started to repair itself since the recession. While things may never be what they were in the past, the economy and small businesses have started to gain some form of momentum again. If you are considering buying a small to mid-size business consider these recession proof businesses.
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.
Most business acquisition financing strategies involve borrowing money to meet the purchase price. But an entirely different approach, equity sharing, is sometimes pursued if borrowed money is not wanted, or is not available to complete the purchase. Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen.com covers this topic.
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.
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.
With the multitude of factors that come into play when deciding the appropriate time to inform your employees that your business is for sale, I do not offer a standard or general answer. When sellers consult me as to my opinion on when it is the right time, I like to review the major issues that...
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!
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.
