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Posting: 285220 | Available | 3/20/24
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
$288,000
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Posting: 280168 | Available | 3/17/24
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
$1,123,820
Revenue
$19,230,455
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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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Posting: 285546 | Available | 3/6/24
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a fully renovated and restored historic supermarket in an iconic North Bay town. This 6,000 sq ft. market features new refrigeration, shelving, an ADA bathroom, a deli, check-out areas, and more. This historic market has been serving the community since 1950s.
Asking Price
$3,600,000
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Posting: 283217 | Available | 3/5/24
For sale is a high-end convenience store with beer, wine, coffee, and a deli. This is a take-out restaurant business with great net profit/income. The amazing location has no competition. Call for more info. Buyers only please.
Asking Price
$1,490,000
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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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$480,000
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Posting: 284190 | Available | 2/12/24
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
$199,000
Cash flow
$57,886
Revenue
$754,000
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Posting: 280174 | Available | 1/20/24
Price reduced to $198,000 and the SBA may finance this successful Franchise to well-qualified buyers with 15% down ($30,000 only) for this established, highly successful deli franchise located in an extremely enviable Plaza in Sacramento. This is an upscale franchise deli with 40+ locations.
Asking Price
$198,000
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Posting: 284585 | Available | 1/9/24
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 only asking price is $750,000 plus invi.
Asking Price
$750,000
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$2,440,000
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Posting: 284533 | Available | 1/6/24
This is a restaurant & deli with a full bar and 47 ABC liquor license. This business has been established for 50 years and is well-known in the area. The business is located in a freestanding building with excellent visibility from the street and parking for 52 cars.
Asking Price
$420,000
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$825,000
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Posting: 269371 | Available | 1/4/24
For sale is a great opportunity to purchase this family-owned and operated Mediterranean market & deli in the Antelope Valley area. The average gross sales are $70K. The rent is about $3,000 per month including NNN. There are 2 years of lease left plus 5+5. It is consistently growing.
Asking Price
239,000+ Inv
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Posting: 283086 | Available | 1/3/24
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
$210,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$192,000
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$119,000
Posting: 283466 | Available | 12/27/23
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
$119,000
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Posting: 284305 | Available | 12/14/23
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. Total asking price is $2,350,000.
Asking Price
$2,350,000
Cash flow
$72,000
Revenue
$273,000
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$199,000
Posting: 283470 | Available | 10/20/23
This Carlsbad deli, with a remarkable 15.5-year track record, is a culinary gem offering daily revenues of $1,000. Boasting rave reviews and charming outdoor seating next to a koi pond, it's your chance to own a thriving business for just $199,000. Don't miss out on this delectable opportunity!
Asking Price
$199,000
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Posting: 283226 | Available | 10/6/23
Vibrant Market and Cafe serves healthy eats in the heart of downtown. Features local, organic plant-based fare including soft-serve frozen desserts. Delicious food that's good for you! 900 SF facility with good lease in place, includes indoor dining with counter service.
Asking Price
$75,000
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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
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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
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$470,000
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Posting: 278080 | Available | 8/3/23
For sale at a great price, 8-year-old location is an established Deli Delicious franchise. The location is one of the busiest shopping centers in the city. The gross total annual sales are approximately $470,000 for 2022. Rent is $4,155 a month including NNN charges. There is a long lease left.
Asking Price
$75,000
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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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Posting: 281244 | Available | 6/16/23
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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$403,000
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Posting: 275633 | Available | 5/21/23
This sandwich shop features outdoor seating in a popular shopping center surrounded by major retailers. The franchise offers one of the finest training programs in the industry as well as ongoing support for owners and an amazing advertising program. The store is off of a major highway.
Asking Price
$190,000
Posting: 275827 | Available | 12/31/22
Sandwich, quick serve franchise or independent wanted to buy. Experienced buyers. Adjusted Net Income-$200,000+. I am looking for a sandwich or quick serve restaurant or multi units to be operated by a family with many years of multi-unit experience and financially qualified that is relocating.
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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
$275,000
Revenue
$1,165,000
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$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
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$324,000
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Posting: 285480 | Available | 4/2/24
For sale is an employee-run deli shop. It is located in a very busy shopping center in Santee, CA. Wages are $6,500 per month. Gross sales are $27,000 per month.
Asking Price
$50,000
Cash flow
$275,000
Revenue
$1,165,000
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$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
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$825,000
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Posting: 269371 | Available | 1/4/24
For sale is a great opportunity to purchase this family-owned and operated Mediterranean market & deli in the Antelope Valley area. The average gross sales are $70K. The rent is about $3,000 per month including NNN. There are 2 years of lease left plus 5+5. It is consistently growing.
Asking Price
239,000+ Inv
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Posting: 283086 | Available | 1/3/24
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
$210,000
Cash flow
$350,000
Revenue
$5,000,000
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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: 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
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$240,000
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Posting: 286214 | Available | 4/20/24
The rent is super low at $1,700 per month, which includes CAM and utilities such as power, water, trash, security, and more. It is easy to run and open five days a week, from Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 3 PM. The establishment includes a cafe, lottery, and cigarette license.
Asking Price
$99,000
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Posting: 285546 | Available | 3/6/24
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a fully renovated and restored historic supermarket in an iconic North Bay town. This 6,000 sq ft. market features new refrigeration, shelving, an ADA bathroom, a deli, check-out areas, and more. This historic market has been serving the community since 1950s.
Asking Price
$3,600,000
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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
$70,000
Revenue
$192,000
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Posting: 283466 | Available | 12/27/23
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
$119,000
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Posting: 283226 | Available | 10/6/23
Vibrant Market and Cafe serves healthy eats in the heart of downtown. Features local, organic plant-based fare including soft-serve frozen desserts. Delicious food that's good for you! 900 SF facility with good lease in place, includes indoor dining with counter service.
Asking Price
$75,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$480,000
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Posting: 284190 | Available | 2/12/24
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
$199,000
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$692,176
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Posting: 283088 | Available | 4/3/24
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
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$2,440,000
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Posting: 284533 | Available | 1/6/24
This is a restaurant & deli with a full bar and 47 ABC liquor license. This business has been established for 50 years and is well-known in the area. The business is located in a freestanding building with excellent visibility from the street and parking for 52 cars.
Asking Price
$420,000
Cash flow
$150,000
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Posting: 281244 | Available | 6/16/23
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
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$520,000
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Posting: 285853 | Available | 3/26/24
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 $520,000 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
$215,000
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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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Posting: 285238 | Available | 4/26/24
Asset sale- neighborhood Korean deli/market with a kitchen in the back. The interior of this place is long and narrow and super casual but also modern and has the perfect vibe for a casual lunch, catch-up with a friend.
Asking Price
$120,000
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$470,000
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Posting: 278080 | Available | 8/3/23
For sale at a great price, 8-year-old location is an established Deli Delicious franchise. The location is one of the busiest shopping centers in the city. The gross total annual sales are approximately $470,000 for 2022. Rent is $4,155 a month including NNN charges. There is a long lease left.
Asking Price
$75,000
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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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$205,000
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Posting: 283249 | Available | 3/21/24
This grill and deli has been a fixture in the community for over 35 years as a breakfast and lunch restaurant. It is well decorated and consists of approximately 1,500 square feet and a full kitchen including a Type 1 hood and grease trap. All equipment is owned and included in the sale price.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$57,886
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$754,000
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Posting: 280174 | Available | 1/20/24
Price reduced to $198,000 and the SBA may finance this successful Franchise to well-qualified buyers with 15% down ($30,000 only) for this established, highly successful deli franchise located in an extremely enviable Plaza in Sacramento. This is an upscale franchise deli with 40+ locations.
Asking Price
$198,000
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$2,493,775
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Posting: 286125 | Available | 4/14/24
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
$450,000
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$89,000
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$300,000
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Posting: 286183 | Available | 4/18/24
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 has 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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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
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Posting: 285295 | Available | 3/26/24
Opportunities like this in the heart of the hugely popular Riviera Village area of Redondo Beach rarely come up. The existing business is designated as a snack shop, but it could potentially be converted to a restaurant or cafe. Great for delis, juice shops, baked goods and so much more.
Asking Price
$170,000
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$403,000
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Posting: 275633 | Available | 5/21/23
This sandwich shop features outdoor seating in a popular shopping center surrounded by major retailers. The franchise offers one of the finest training programs in the industry as well as ongoing support for owners and an amazing advertising program. The store is off of a major highway.
Asking Price
$190,000
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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
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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!
In my experience working with the "right banks and financial institutions" repayment ability sometimes overrules collateral pledged by someone needing financing for a business purchase or a down payment. Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen's ProBuy, ProSell Lead Facilitator explores this important topic.
Despite challenges in the business for sale marketplace, some of the brokers who make a living by facilitating a deal between buyer and seller are known to stand in the way of a completed transaction because of some outdated ideas. Too bad they put greed ahead of the needs of their clients.
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.
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.
Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen.com & SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder discusses the difference between a hands on owner and an absentee owner. It covers why someone would want to be an absentee owner and then goes on to discuss the pros and cons of buying an absentee run small to mid-sized business.
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.
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.
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.
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.
