Cash flow
$131,973
Revenue
$276,507
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Posting: 285719 | Available | 7/20/24
This burgeoning Encino eatery is the quintessential 5-day deli opportunity that boasts solid earnings despite its abbreviated operating hours. The venue, which is known for its high foot traffic location and inviting atmosphere, provides a cozy space.
Asking Price
$198,000
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Posting: 283934 | Available | 7/20/24
Price reduced! This attractive cafe-deli in North County Coastal Area is now available for an asset sale at $40,000 plus inventory. The 1,840 sq ft. space, complete with a patio, offers a great opportunity in a thriving business park. The monthly rent is $3,100.
Asking Price
$40,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$192,000
Down
$49,900
Posting: 283466 | Available | 7/20/24
Discover the outstanding features that make this Carlsbad deli a lucrative investment. It has had 34 years of excellence, as it was established and run by a single owner for over three decades, this deli comes with a strong reputation.
Asking Price
$49,900
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$207,812
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Posting: 287619 | Available | 7/19/24
Currently operating as Boba, Deli, Pizza and general market serving the students of SDSU. This store also has a tobacco license and sells vapes and tobacco products. It's located inside a large student dormitory within SDSU campus. You can keep as is or it can be converted to another concept.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,080,000
Down
$200,000
Posting: 284863 | Available | 7/17/24
This is a mid-size Latino supermarket with meat, produce, a hot-deli, a bakery, and adding check cashing business (big potential). All fixtures and equipments are all most brand new. It is surrounded by many residential and apartment areas. It is in a Hispanic population.
Asking Price
$399,000
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Posting: 287542 | Available | 7/15/24
For sale is a highly popular deli & conv. store, a beloved local eatery known for its hearty sandwiches, friendly atmosphere, and strong community ties. Established decades ago, the deli has built a reputation for serving fresh, made-to-order sandwiches with generous portions.
Asking Price
$135,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$480,000
Down
$175,000
Posting: 285853 | Available | 7/15/24
For sale is a high-volume deli and sandwich shop. It is employee-run and located in a very busy San Diego area. Gross sales are bout $480,000 annually. Rent is only $3,000 per month for 1,300 sq ft. and a lease of 6 years (+ options). The deli has a 6-foot hood.
Asking Price
$175,000
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Posting: 285049 | Available | 7/12/24
Located in the San Carlos hills and steeped in local history, Devonshire little store is now available for purchase. This market has been in business since 1935. With its classic architecture and location (Devonshire Little store is located, a mile away from the next closest business).
Asking Price
$125,000
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Posting: 283280 | Available | 7/10/24
For sale is a 5-day-open sandwich shop with a hood and grill on Wilshire Blvd in the city of Los Angeles. It is a ground-floor location with high visibility from the street. It was professionally built, as their full kitchen has a hood, grill, and beautiful patio. It is surrounded by many offices.
Asking Price
$189,000
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$925,000
Posting: 281225 | Available | 7/10/24
This grocery market & Deli is in a densely populated City in San Gabriel Valley. Serving Middle Eastern, American, and other communities. They are known to carry daily fresh and prime quality produce. This highly popular store has been in business for over 40 years.
Asking Price
$925,000
Cash flow
$60,000
Revenue
$150,000
Down
$149,900
Posting: 287414 | Available | 7/2/24
Thriving deli with 21 years of operation in a high-traffic area. Gross income: $12,000-$12,500/month. Low expenses with a net income of $5,000-$5,900/month. 900 sqft space plus 200 sqft free storage. Excellent lease terms with landlord benefits. Turnkey opportunity.
Asking Price
$149,900
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$425,842
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Posting: 286752 | Available | 6/28/24
This established and profitable deli has been in operation for over 19 years with an excellent reputation and a loyal customer base. Currently only open Monday- Friday 8am to 3 pm only. New owners can expand hours to increase sales and profit. Ideal for owner-operators.
Asking Price
$179,000
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Posting: 280168 | In Contract | 6/23/24
This is a family-owned coffee shop for sale in the Castro Valley shopping center near Panda Express and other retail shops. This coffee shop has been a staple in the community of Castro Valley for many years. They serve teas, baked goods and sandwiches, bagels, and more. It is run by a couple
Asking Price
$108,000
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Posting: 284585 | Available | 6/20/24
For sale is an unbranded gas station with a beer and wine license. It is absentee-owned. The seller just got this place totally remodeled. He added deli, brand new pumps, updating the parking lot with concrete instead of using asphalt paving, ext. Business & Commercial $2.2ML plus Inventory.
Asking Price
$2,200,000
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$2,493,775
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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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Revenue
$692,176
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Posting: 283088 | Available | 6/11/24
For sale is a market with commercial kitchen and ABC License in standalone location, in an area of high-end homes, one block from favorite local beaches. High traffic count and full kitchen including hood and grease trap. Premises are 2,098 SF with a great lease in place at $2,800 per month.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$89,000
Revenue
$300,000
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Posting: 286183 | Available | 6/6/24
Owners have decided to retire and sell the locally iconic "Cactus Corner Business" and rent to store to the new buyers. This local deli, market, and store have a long-term loyal local following with a proven formula for a profitable business "as is" and a new owner can add their special touches.
Asking Price
$139,500
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Revenue
$600,000
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Posting: 286929 | Available | 6/3/24
This is a deli sandwich shop for sale! Located at a busy intersection, this shop has huge potential. The owner wants to focus on another business. The shop has been absentee-run and in business for over 10 years. Training will be provided. The space is 1100 square feet, with rent at $6,200.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$107,851
Revenue
$556,770
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Posting: 285220 | Available | 5/31/24
Nestled in the picturesque County of San Luis Obispo lies an exceptional franchise opportunity an iconic bakery and deli that has been a cornerstone of the community since 1996, boasting stellar reviews on both Yelp and Google.
Asking Price
$248,000
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Posting: 286833 | Available | 5/29/24
Opened in 2012, this sandwich shop has been very successful and even been resilient through (3) years of wildfire shutdowns, the COVID 19 Pandemic, and adjustments to the emerging digital landscape. It is the go-to place in the county for gourmet sandwiches.
Asking Price
$425,000
Cash flow
$174,360
Revenue
$1,709,048
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Posting: 286748 | Available | 5/24/24
Located in an extremely popular shopping center in area of target demographic! The center is a Class A regional power center consisting of a of restaurant, office, retail & service concepts. Founded in 1989, McAlister's Deli is a fast-casual restaurant chain.
Asking Price
$640,000
Cash flow
$144,195
Revenue
$1,209,390
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Posting: 283115 | Available | 5/21/24
This is an established market with beer and wine in Oxnard for sale. There is parking on the street and in the back. It has been established for 33 years, but the owner is leaving to pursue other interests, It is open everyday from 7am-9pm. If it was run buy the buyer it would net more.
Asking Price
$575,000
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$480,000
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Posting: 284190 | Available | 5/14/24
This franchise is known for freshly baked bread, served warm, deli-style sandwiches features an array of top-quality meats, artisan cheese, and fresh produce topped with delectable house spread. This restaurant offers the ultimate in casual dining in an old-time style establishment.
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
$150,000
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Posting: 281244 | Available | 5/13/24
A rare opportunity awaits in South S.F.! The finest deli cafe in town, the owners are retiring after running over 20 years of Deli business. Now, they are seeking new ownership. Are you ready to take the helm of this well-established restaurant and make it your own?
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 283086 | Available | 5/13/24
Be your own boss for this great business opportunity! This has been well-established since 2015 with a great Yelp rating. This sandwich deli is open 5 days a week, 8 am-3 pm. Gross is 28-32k/month. The kitchen includes a hood and stove top/grill and there is low monthly rent.
Asking Price
$185,000
Cash flow
$60,000
Revenue
$150,000
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Posting: 286073 | Available | 5/10/24
This is a nice location with a full hot kitchen in Huntington Beach "Surf City". It has easy hours and is perfect for someone who also wants to do catering on the weekends. It has had the same owner for 20 years. It is open 8am-3pm Mon-Fri (closed on weekends). Rent is $1,643 per month.
Asking Price
$59,000
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Posting: 270224 | Available | 5/10/24
A recently remodeled meat market with a full kitchen and beer & wine license is currently for sale. The sale includes both the commercial property and the business itself, all included in the asking price. This presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator.
Asking Price
$1,890,000
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Posting: 286517 | Available | 5/10/24
A recently remodeled excellent liquor store with a deli is currently for sale, which includes a house situated behind the liquor store. Additionally, Krispy Krunch Chicken is available at this location. The house can be rented for $1,500 a month. Property and business are both in the sale.
Asking Price
$1,950,000
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Posting: 283934 | Available | 7/20/24
Price reduced! This attractive cafe-deli in North County Coastal Area is now available for an asset sale at $40,000 plus inventory. The 1,840 sq ft. space, complete with a patio, offers a great opportunity in a thriving business park. The monthly rent is $3,100.
Asking Price
$40,000
Cash flow
$131,973
Revenue
$276,507
Down
$260,000
Posting: 285719 | Available | 7/20/24
This burgeoning Encino eatery is the quintessential 5-day deli opportunity that boasts solid earnings despite its abbreviated operating hours. The venue, which is known for its high foot traffic location and inviting atmosphere, provides a cozy space.
Asking Price
$198,000
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Posting: 284900 | Available | 4/18/24
This is a Mexican meat market with a beer & wine license for sale. The store averages $110,000 a month in gross sales per seller. The seller already put in a full size kitchen with a hood system in the back. There is huge upside potential by utilizing the kitchen and creating a fast food restaurant.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
$89,000
Revenue
$300,000
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Posting: 286183 | Available | 6/6/24
Owners have decided to retire and sell the locally iconic "Cactus Corner Business" and rent to store to the new buyers. This local deli, market, and store have a long-term loyal local following with a proven formula for a profitable business "as is" and a new owner can add their special touches.
Asking Price
$139,500
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
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Posting: 287542 | Available | 7/15/24
For sale is a highly popular deli & conv. store, a beloved local eatery known for its hearty sandwiches, friendly atmosphere, and strong community ties. Established decades ago, the deli has built a reputation for serving fresh, made-to-order sandwiches with generous portions.
Asking Price
$135,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 283280 | Available | 7/10/24
For sale is a 5-day-open sandwich shop with a hood and grill on Wilshire Blvd in the city of Los Angeles. It is a ground-floor location with high visibility from the street. It was professionally built, as their full kitchen has a hood, grill, and beautiful patio. It is surrounded by many offices.
Asking Price
$189,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 285049 | Available | 7/12/24
Located in the San Carlos hills and steeped in local history, Devonshire little store is now available for purchase. This market has been in business since 1935. With its classic architecture and location (Devonshire Little store is located, a mile away from the next closest business).
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$275,000
Revenue
$1,165,000
Down
$195,000
Posting: 260768 | Available | 9/15/20
Breakfast & lunch city of Berkeley heavy foot traffic. Seating 30 people inside 10 people outside, rent $ 8450, per month including NNN. Lease 5+5 option. 1650 square feet full size of kitchen, seller claim annually sale $1,165. Open 7;30 till 6 pm 7 days a week. Seller claim take home $ 275,000.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
$350,000
Revenue
$5,000,000
Down
$1,000,000
Posting: 280673 | Available | 3/25/24
For sale is an independent station located on over 73,000 sq. ft of land, with a store of about 3,876 sq. ft. It has 6 new dispensers and 3 tanks, double wall (12k, 10k, and 8k). Business hours are from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm. It is off of HWY 395, close to the Victorville area.
Asking Price
$3,200,000
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Posting: 270224 | Available | 5/10/24
A recently remodeled meat market with a full kitchen and beer & wine license is currently for sale. The sale includes both the commercial property and the business itself, all included in the asking price. This presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator.
Asking Price
$1,890,000
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Posting: 284585 | Available | 6/20/24
For sale is an unbranded gas station with a beer and wine license. It is absentee-owned. The seller just got this place totally remodeled. He added deli, brand new pumps, updating the parking lot with concrete instead of using asphalt paving, ext. Business & Commercial $2.2ML plus Inventory.
Asking Price
$2,200,000
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Posting: 273384 | Available | 4/12/22
Absentee owner. Newly remodeled Liquor store with Commercial Property is for sale in Fresno County, CA. Over 5,000 sq. ft. liquor store, Huge upside potential for an owner operator. Motivated seller and he is willing to look at all reasonable offers. SBA Loan is available.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
Cash flow
$1,123,820
Revenue
$19,230,455
Down
$4,250,000
Posting: 278395 | Available | 3/11/24
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 an average of over $1 Million in EBITDA, this opportunity is perfect.
Asking Price
$4,250,000
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$623,000
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Posting: 282877 | Available | 9/15/23
Clubhouse Liquor is a well-established liquor store located on a bustling Main Street in Palm Desert, CA. This store holds a highly sought-after 21 liquor license, allowing for the sale of a wide range of alcoholic beverages. Situated in a prime location, the store enjoys high visibility.
Asking Price
$575,000
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Posting: 282534 | Available | 9/1/23
Nestled in a spacious 1,200 sq ft. unit, this well-established deli has been serving delighted customers and generating impressive monthly profits. With a dedicated team of two employees, this business runs like a well-oiled machine, ensuring a smooth transition for the new owner.
Asking Price
$180,000
Cash flow
$1,750,000
Revenue
$1,750,000
Down
$1,250,000
Posting: 284942 | In Contract | 4/26/24
Established in 2007, with a consistent owner-operator, this upscale liquor store, strategically located, offers a variety of hot food and deli sandwiches. Operating under the same ownership since its inception, the business boasts impressive financials and substantial profitability.
Asking Price
$1,250,000
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Posting: 283086 | Available | 5/13/24
Be your own boss for this great business opportunity! This has been well-established since 2015 with a great Yelp rating. This sandwich deli is open 5 days a week, 8 am-3 pm. Gross is 28-32k/month. The kitchen includes a hood and stove top/grill and there is low monthly rent.
Asking Price
$185,000
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Posting: 282237 | Available | 8/16/23
5-Day Cafe in Hgh-Rise in Long Beach downtown on the ground floor. They have extra storage using free and patio. Surrounded by many corporate offices, Government offices, a big hotel next door, and a lot of condos across the street.
Asking Price
$159,000
Cash flow
$144,195
Revenue
$1,209,390
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Posting: 283115 | Available | 5/21/24
This is an established market with beer and wine in Oxnard for sale. There is parking on the street and in the back. It has been established for 33 years, but the owner is leaving to pursue other interests, It is open everyday from 7am-9pm. If it was run buy the buyer it would net more.
Asking Price
$575,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,080,000
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$200,000
Posting: 284863 | Available | 7/17/24
This is a mid-size Latino supermarket with meat, produce, a hot-deli, a bakery, and adding check cashing business (big potential). All fixtures and equipments are all most brand new. It is surrounded by many residential and apartment areas. It is in a Hispanic population.
Asking Price
$399,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$192,000
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$49,900
Posting: 283466 | Available | 7/20/24
Discover the outstanding features that make this Carlsbad deli a lucrative investment. It has had 34 years of excellence, as it was established and run by a single owner for over three decades, this deli comes with a strong reputation.
Asking Price
$49,900
Cash flow
$150,000
Revenue
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Posting: 281244 | Available | 5/13/24
A rare opportunity awaits in South S.F.! The finest deli cafe in town, the owners are retiring after running over 20 years of Deli business. Now, they are seeking new ownership. Are you ready to take the helm of this well-established restaurant and make it your own?
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 276670 | Available | 2/28/24
For sale is a popular and well established cafe serving breakfast and lunch just off of Union Square. They have a Type 41 beer and wine license. Kitchen has a type 1 hood and walk-in cooler. The area gets tons of foot traffic. It is 1,700 square feet with a great lease.
Asking Price
$125,000
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Posting: 286929 | Available | 6/3/24
This is a deli sandwich shop for sale! Located at a busy intersection, this shop has huge potential. The owner wants to focus on another business. The shop has been absentee-run and in business for over 10 years. Training will be provided. The space is 1100 square feet, with rent at $6,200.
Asking Price
$250,000
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Posting: 280168 | In Contract | 6/23/24
This is a family-owned coffee shop for sale in the Castro Valley shopping center near Panda Express and other retail shops. This coffee shop has been a staple in the community of Castro Valley for many years. They serve teas, baked goods and sandwiches, bagels, and more. It is run by a couple
Asking Price
$108,000
Cash flow
$60,000
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$150,000
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Posting: 286073 | Available | 5/10/24
This is a nice location with a full hot kitchen in Huntington Beach "Surf City". It has easy hours and is perfect for someone who also wants to do catering on the weekends. It has had the same owner for 20 years. It is open 8am-3pm Mon-Fri (closed on weekends). Rent is $1,643 per month.
Asking Price
$59,000
Cash flow
$60,000
Revenue
$150,000
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Posting: 287414 | Available | 7/2/24
Thriving deli with 21 years of operation in a high-traffic area. Gross income: $12,000-$12,500/month. Low expenses with a net income of $5,000-$5,900/month. 900 sqft space plus 200 sqft free storage. Excellent lease terms with landlord benefits. Turnkey opportunity.
Asking Price
$149,900
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Posting: 276784 | Available | 7/10/23
For sale is a deli and cafe in San Diego County. It is a small but cozy cafe to come by for a deli and drink. It is easy to operate, and great location for breakfast and lunch for nearby businesses. It is 320 square feet for $1,450/month (including water and CAM).
Asking Price
$165,000
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Peter Siegel, MBA discusses buyers who want to buy a business or franchise know about asking the seller to provide part of the financing with a carry-back note. Many business buyers need some cash to help fund the down payment and for working capital. Here are four ideas about how to get that money.
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...
What are actual adjusted net earnings (cash flow) of a small business being purchased with business acquisition SBA Loan financing? That's an important amount that lenders need to know. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen.com, SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder) reviews this important concept with BizBen Blog users.
Selling a business is hard enough but using the wrong word, text, and strategy can really delay or outright kill a campaign to sell a small business successfully. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen.com shares what words, phrases, and strategies work (and not) when selling a small business online.
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 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.
A business buyer in our ProBuy Program searching to buy a business asked me to sum up what I though the biggest mistakes business buyers make when they search for and bought a small business. I asked ProIntermediaries on BizBen their thoughts on the matter and received a diverse response.
It is not uncommon for business Owner/Sellers to get uncomfortable when a potential Buyer requires a SBA loan to purchase the Seller's business. Often times Owner/Sellers will say "the Buyer is the one getting the loan; why am I the one under the microscope?" This blog post addresses this topic.
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.
