Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$300,000
Down
$100,000
Posting: 292244 | Available | 6/9/25
For sale is a full dry cleaners netting $180,000 is for sale at $170,000. Reasonable rent less than $5,000, shorter business hour(8-5 weekdays, 9-4 Saturday).
Asking Price
$170,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$240,000
Down
$120,000
Posting: 293068 | Available | 6/5/25
Dry Cleaner for Sale Owner Retiring Located on a very busy street in Whittier. This is a well-maintained dry cleaner (no laundromat). Gross sales are increasing steadily.
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
$72,000
Revenue
$264,000
Down
$229,000
Posting: 290321 | Available | 6/4/25
DryCleaner with Plant. Long established, absentee owner in Silverlake. It is situated in an extremely heavy foot traffic plaza. Italian made Union Brand, 7 years old Dry-cleaning Hydrocarbon machine, has no percs in very good condition. An owner-operator has the potential to increase revenue by 40%.
Asking Price
$229,000
Cash flow
$110,000
Revenue
$230,000
Down
$165,000
Posting: 293023 | Available | 6/3/25
Well established Dry Cleaners Agency in great location! Loyal customer base and excellent local reputation. Low rent boosts higher profit (current rent $2130).
Asking Price
$165,000
Cash flow
$60,000
Revenue
$194,878
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Posting: 292771 | Available | 6/3/25
Well-established dry cleaner in a busy Oceanside shopping center with 20+ years in operation. Fully equipped for high-volume cleaning, including commercial washer and shirt press. Offers potential for growth through wholesale and pickup locations. Owner retiring.
Asking Price
$79,000
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Posting: 287521 | Available | 6/3/25
For sale is a mixed-use commercial property for owner use. The ground floor features a dry cleaner business, and there are two residential units upstairs. The retail space is 2,000 square feet, while the residential units are 1,150 square feet and 800 square feet, respectively.
Asking Price
$1,699,999
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Posting: 289870 | Available | 6/3/25
Dry Cleaner Plant (in Dublin): $33,000 monthly sale and rent is $5300. And there's wholesale income of $9,000. Dry Cleaner Agency (Antioch): $23,000 monthly sale and rent is $2700. Absentee run. Net income is $8000.
Asking Price
$439,999
Cash flow
$276,000
Revenue
$864,000
Down
$729,000
Posting: 290566 | Available | 6/3/25
Business Profile: Established Dry Cleaning Business Overview Industry: Dry Cleaning Delivery Services. Location: Prime location in a highly desirable community Year Established: 2010 Business Model: Full-service dry cleaning delivery with a strong reputation for quality, efficiency
Asking Price
$729,000
Cash flow
$61,219
Revenue
$300,000
Down
$300,000
Posting: 285844 | Available | 6/3/25
For sale is a fully equipped dry cleaning and alteration business situated in a shopping center on a busy street. With a well-established presence of over 20 years, this location is familiar to the local community. The business operates with one part-time employee and two full-time owners.
Asking Price
$300,000
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Posting: 289369 | Available | 5/22/25
Dry cleaner agency is located in a good community where there are lots of upper socioeconomic residents. Monthly sale is $20,000 ($3500 is from alteration). Size of the store is 955 sq ft. and rent is $2,800 including water & garbage and CAM. There's no employees.
Asking Price
$149,999
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Posting: 291461 | Available | 5/22/25
The established Dry Cleaning Service in Cameron Park is now for sale. This biz is a lucrative business opportunity in a thriving community. Centrally located in a high-traffic area and has a good reputation with a loyal customers.
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Posting: 288151 | Available | 5/22/25
For sale is a well-known local dry cleaning plants and agencies It is a rare opportunity to own a thriving business in a prime location! in city of Elk Grove, CA!!
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$90,000
Revenue
$225,000
Down
$147,000
Posting: 283095 | Available | 5/21/25
This is a dry cleaner for sale. It was established over 35 years ago. It is 1,294 sq. ft. They do full-service dry cleaning, professional alterations, wash, dry, and fold laundry services. It is located in a busy shopping center with a lot of parking. It has low rent and is open 6 days a week.
Asking Price
$147,000
Cash flow
$268,000
Revenue
$536,000
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Posting: 289597 | Available | 5/21/25
For over 35 years, This business has been the go-to name for expert dry and specialty cleaning and restoration in Los Angeles. Located in a high-traffic, growing community, this business has built a reputation for quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service.
Asking Price
$475,000
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Posting: 292827 | Available | 5/19/25
Dry Cleaners business for sale. This cleaner is located in the busy neighborhood center(Good Area). Size of the store is 2400sq and rent is $6500. Current monthly sale is $28,000~30,000. Husband and wife are working with 1 press employee.
Asking Price
$299,999
Cash flow
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Revenue
$260,000
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Posting: 289136 | Available | 5/18/25
For sale is a dry-cleaning business located in a desirable area of Menlo Park. The facility is 2,000 square feet, and the monthly rent is $5,000. The business is currently operated by one working owner with one additional employee, generating a monthly sales revenue of $22,000.
Asking Price
$189,999
Cash flow
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Revenue
$240,500
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Posting: 280564 | Available | 5/15/25
Super White Cleaners is a full-service Dry Cleaner and fluff-and-fold laundry service located in a busy shopping center anchored by Smart & Final.
Asking Price
$190,000
Cash flow
$330,000
Revenue
$955,000
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Posting: 290656 | Available | 5/14/25
If you like the high volume and high quality of service for the dry cleaning business, this is the place and this is perfect for the dry cleaning with ample parking in the back. This cleaner is a semi-absentee owner and the equipment was upgraded and the interior of the cleaner has been renovated.
Asking Price
$900,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$180,000
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Posting: 292729 | In Escrow | 5/13/25
Solid Dry Cleaner Business in Diamond Bar, CA. Turn-key operation with Growing Customer-base and 5.0 Google Review. Profitable with verifiable financials.
Asking Price
$85,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 276005 | Available | 5/12/25
This is a dry cleaner agency for sale. This business is located in a small strip center surrounding a residential area. The rent is $2,250 including garbage and CAM. From the last 3 months, average sales were $17,000+. This agency can potentially add a wash & fold.
Asking Price
$149,999
Cash flow
$110,000
Revenue
$275,000
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Posting: 291391 | Available | 5/12/25
Established Cleaners in the affluent area of Los Angeles, Family run for more than 30 years. Good parking and reasonable rent. Easy business to run with only open 5 days and short business hours.
Asking Price
$179,000
Cash flow
$96,000
Revenue
$156,000
Down
$70,000
Posting: 288471 | Available | 5/12/25
For sale is a well-established and highly-rated dry cleaning agency, priced at $90K. It is located in a busy shopping center anchored by a major grocery store, with high foot traffic and positioned at a busy four-way intersection.
Asking Price
$70,000
Cash flow
$135,600
Revenue
$476,000
Down
$349,000
Posting: 290816 | Available | 5/9/25
A well-established dry cleaning business with a full-service plant, proudly serving the community since 1977. Located in a high-visibility, prime area of Los Angeles, surrounded by residential and commercial properties, and close to major retail stores. Turnkey business boasts a loyal customer base.
Asking Price
$349,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$165,109
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Posting: 292695 | Available | 5/8/25
Semi-Owner Absentee Dry Cleaner Agency is located in a nice area since 35 years ago. New owner either do owner operating or keep doing the same as currently operation. Seller claims the revenue is $165,109.
Asking Price
$79,500
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$336,000
Down
$150,000
Posting: 289596 | Available | 5/8/25
IN ESCROW For sale is a very large dry-cleaning business priced at $150,000. This is a well-maintained dry-cleaning business (not a laundromat) with significant space suitable for expanding into wholesale operations. It is a straightforward, family-run business.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$108,000
Revenue
$516,000
Down
$35
Posting: 292662 | Available | 5/6/25
Rarely on the market hi volume dry cleaner agency. NO headache with equipment and extra employees. Reasonable rent at $2,241 per month. Owner has another business and must sell. Employee run store. Owner-operator can make more income. Great yelp reviews.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
$72,000
Revenue
$264,000
Down
$159,000
Posting: 289891 | Available | 5/5/25
For sale a dry cleaning business that has been operating for 17 years in Scripps Ranch, San Diego. The store is 1,500 square feet and features a 50-pound hydrocarbon plant. Pricing includes $4.95 per shirt and $8.50 per pair of pants. The business is located in a high-income area.
Asking Price
$159,000
Cash flow
$84,000
Revenue
$180,000
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Posting: 285201 | Available | 4/30/25
For sale is a dry cleaner that is located in the best location of West Torrance, Los Angeles County, CA. The current owner has run it for 34 years and now wants to retire.
Asking Price
$120,000
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Posting: 287521 | Available | 6/3/25
For sale is a mixed-use commercial property for owner use. The ground floor features a dry cleaner business, and there are two residential units upstairs. The retail space is 2,000 square feet, while the residential units are 1,150 square feet and 800 square feet, respectively.
Asking Price
$1,699,999
Cash flow
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Revenue
$240,500
Down
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Posting: 280564 | Available | 5/15/25
Super White Cleaners is a full-service Dry Cleaner and fluff-and-fold laundry service located in a busy shopping center anchored by Smart & Final.
Asking Price
$190,000
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Posting: 284508 | Available | 4/29/25
TURNKEY. "GREEN" Dry Cleaning plant, prime corner location in thriving Santa Clara. Established 35+ years. Strong business fundamentals, positive cashflow. Family run. Excellent reputation. Asking price $75,000.00(with FF&E est. value $65,000) Huge upside growth potential. Low opex. Owner retiring.
Asking Price
$75,000
Cash flow
$72,000
Revenue
$216,000
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Posting: 277048 | Available | 1/12/23
Well established and located in the upscale neighborhood of Beverly Hills, LA County. Fully equipped. Alteration & Laundry services are offered. 2000sf store size
Asking Price
$129,000
Cash flow
$96,000
Revenue
$192,000
Down
$100,000
Posting: 282633 | Available | 9/5/23
This is one of the best Dry Cleaners in the area with lots of loyal customers and ample parking. If you like the high quality of service for dry cleaning, this is the place and the location is great.
Asking Price
$100,000
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Posting: 291495 | Available | 4/9/25
The plant dry cleaners with agency for sale. Profitable gross sales and well management for most hours operation by employees.
Asking Price
$550,000
Cash flow
$77,040
Revenue
$146,000
Down
$160,000
Posting: 290692 | Available | 2/18/25
Located in an upscale community with a strong customer base, this well-established dry cleaning business has been serving loyal clientele since 2004. Known for its high-quality dry cleaning and expert alterations, the business has built a reputation for excellent service, attracting repeat customers
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$31,115
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Posting: 292159 | Available | 4/15/25
Step into the dry-cleaning industry with this established dry-cleaning plant, serving the local community since the early 1990s. This is a well-equipped facility with high-value equipment included in the sale, such as a $45,000 dry-cleaning machine, various pressers, a conveyor, and more.
Asking Price
$20,000
Cash flow
$240,000
Revenue
$856,000
Down
$699,000
Posting: 290147 | Available | 4/14/25
This is a rare opportunity to acquire two thriving dry cleaning locations, both situated in high-traffic shopping centers within just three miles of each other in an upscale neighborhood. The offering includes a fully equipped dry cleaning plant and a well-established agency
Asking Price
$699,000
Cash flow
$265,476
Revenue
$507,977
Down
$200,000
Posting: 288087 | Available | 10/18/24
For sale is a well-established dry cleaning business, owned and operated by the same family for 33 years. The current aging owner is looking to retire, creating a rare opportunity for a loyal customer at South Los Angeles.
Asking Price
$479,000
Cash flow
$137,500
Revenue
$277,500
Down
$275,000
Posting: 289865 | Available | 4/10/25
Dry cleaning business in a highly desirable community established in 1986 providing high-quality dry cleaning and alterations with prompt and friendly service, creating many satisfied, loyal customers that have created a large customer base for repeat business.
Asking Price
$275,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$260,000
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Posting: 289136 | Available | 5/18/25
For sale is a dry-cleaning business located in a desirable area of Menlo Park. The facility is 2,000 square feet, and the monthly rent is $5,000. The business is currently operated by one working owner with one additional employee, generating a monthly sales revenue of $22,000.
Asking Price
$189,999
Cash flow
$72,000
Revenue
$264,000
Down
$159,000
Posting: 289891 | Available | 5/5/25
For sale a dry cleaning business that has been operating for 17 years in Scripps Ranch, San Diego. The store is 1,500 square feet and features a 50-pound hydrocarbon plant. Pricing includes $4.95 per shirt and $8.50 per pair of pants. The business is located in a high-income area.
Asking Price
$159,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
240,000 to 260,000
Down
$180,000
Posting: 276777 | Available | 10/10/22
Great location in a busy shopping centre with Starbucks, See's Candies, Denny's, Chase Bank, Sprouts market, and Coming soon a Target store. The current owner had this business since 1991 with an affluent neighbour. They have been in the dry cleaning business for 31year. The owner wants to retire.
Asking Price
$240,000
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Posting: 276005 | Available | 5/12/25
This is a dry cleaner agency for sale. This business is located in a small strip center surrounding a residential area. The rent is $2,250 including garbage and CAM. From the last 3 months, average sales were $17,000+. This agency can potentially add a wash & fold.
Asking Price
$149,999
Cash flow
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Revenue
$350,000
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Posting: 280696 | Available | 4/19/25
For sale is a dry cleaner plant (only 1 plant, no agency, no wholesale) in the San Francisco downtown area on a busy street near the bus stop. The owner is ready to retire. Credit card statements and tax returns are ready with monthly sales of $30,000.
Asking Price
$100,000
Cash flow
$135,600
Revenue
$476,000
Down
$349,000
Posting: 290816 | Available | 5/9/25
A well-established dry cleaning business with a full-service plant, proudly serving the community since 1977. Located in a high-visibility, prime area of Los Angeles, surrounded by residential and commercial properties, and close to major retail stores. Turnkey business boasts a loyal customer base.
Asking Price
$349,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$675,000
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$350,000
Posting: 292431 | Available | 4/25/25
For sale is a full dry cleaner with high profit. It is a cash cow biz on border of Oakland and San Leandro in a major shopping mall Annual gross revenue averaged for past 2 years is $675,000, 100% over the counter sales. High ceiling, reasonable rent, Newer equipment in good condition.
Asking Price
$695,000
Cash flow
$108,000
Revenue
$516,000
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$35
Posting: 292662 | Available | 5/6/25
Rarely on the market hi volume dry cleaner agency. NO headache with equipment and extra employees. Reasonable rent at $2,241 per month. Owner has another business and must sell. Employee run store. Owner-operator can make more income. Great yelp reviews.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
$360,000
Revenue
$600,000
Down
$163,500
Posting: 290206 | Available | 1/16/25
For sale is a well-known dry cleaning business located in a busy shopping center. The business features mostly new furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&E), and a modern POS system. It also comes with a 10-year lease. The business revenue has shown consistent growth and offers significant potential.
Asking Price
$545,000
Cash flow
$2,460
Revenue
$120,000
Down
$70,000
Posting: 291064 | Available | 3/12/25
Established in 2013, this well-equipped dry cleaning business has built a strong reputation for high-quality dry cleaning and alterations, delivered with prompt and friendly service. Over the years, it has developed a loyal customer base, ensuring steady repeat business.
Asking Price
$70,000
Cash flow
$72,000
Revenue
$264,000
Down
$229,000
Posting: 290321 | Available | 6/4/25
DryCleaner with Plant. Long established, absentee owner in Silverlake. It is situated in an extremely heavy foot traffic plaza. Italian made Union Brand, 7 years old Dry-cleaning Hydrocarbon machine, has no percs in very good condition. An owner-operator has the potential to increase revenue by 40%.
Asking Price
$229,000
Cash flow
$60,000
Revenue
$156,000
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Posting: 290341 | Available | 1/27/25
The current owner has been running this dry cleaner for over 22 years very successfully and this is a great opportunity to own this well established and well organized dry cleaning business with reasonable price.
Asking Price
$145,000
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$149,000
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Posting: 290164 | Available | 1/14/25
For sale is a dry cleaning business operating six days a week with the potential for alterations. The business is located near Angels Stadium and Disneyland, making it a good opportunity for servicing related uniforms and more. It is owner-operated with part-time assistance.
Asking Price
$67,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$432,000
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Posting: 291442 | Available | 4/4/25
Regal Cleaners is in a prime location in a busy center on the corner of Tahquitz Canyon and Sunrise Way. There is convenient parking for their clients directly in front of the business.
Asking Price
$525,000
Cash flow
$122,000
Revenue
$185,000
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$180,000
Posting: 290963 | Available | 3/6/25
This well-established dry cleaning business has been a trusted name in the community for decades, offering professional dry cleaning and expert alterations with a strong focus on quality and efficiency. Known for its reliable service.
Asking Price
$180,000
Cash flow
$76,000
Revenue
$120,000
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$120,000
Posting: 291065 | Available | 3/12/25
Established in 2011, this dry cleaner agency is a well-located business offering high-quality dry cleaning and alteration services. Situated on a high-visibility, high-traffic boulevard, the agency benefits from excellent exposure and easy accessibility.
Asking Price
$120,000
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Posting: 288151 | Available | 5/22/25
For sale is a well-known local dry cleaning plants and agencies It is a rare opportunity to own a thriving business in a prime location! in city of Elk Grove, CA!!
Asking Price
$350,000
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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!
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.
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.
