Cash flow
$367,396
Revenue
$616,812
Down
$73,500
Posting: 289053 | Available | 5/17/25
For sale is a full-service event production company, owned and operated by the current owner for over 25 years. The company provides a range of services, including bands, DJs, lighting, sound, audiovisual services, streaming, specialty entertainment, and production support.
Asking Price
$735,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$2,200,000
Down
$1,750,000
Posting: 291336 | Available | 5/19/25
This Iconic Venice Beach area bar and restaurant with a built-in entertainment concept is a neighborhood favorite with locals and visitors alike.
Asking Price
$1,750,000
Cash flow
$81,000
Revenue
$429,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 263626 | Available | 5/15/25
Music Box & Clock Shoppe is the perfect store to visit for your personal and gift shopping. This store is celebrating over 28 seasons and over that time they feel they have touched many people's lives in different ways. Their customers are like family.
Asking Price
$119,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$2,600,000
Down
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Posting: 291124 | Available | 5/14/25
45,000 square feet of indoor family fun and entertainment for sale in Livermore. Family entertainment center specializing in group fun. They have the largest Laser Tag Arena in N.CA, one of the largest indoor Super Play Structures in the country, Black-Light Mini-Golf and complete arcade.
Asking Price
$1,650,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 292767 | Available | 5/13/25
Great opportunity to purchase a long established restaurant & bar with a strong consistent local following. There's a bar, a kitchen, two large storage spaces, a beer garden and a dance floor. This facility includes a walk-in refrigerator, a 4'6' type 1 Stainless exhaust hood with an Ansul sy
Asking Price
$425,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,343,087
Down
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Posting: 289141 | Available | 5/13/25
Located in the heart of beautiful Palm Springs, this is a unique opportunity to own Bouschet a fine wine bar and shop, where wine enthusiasts can explore a wonderful selection of fine wines from around the world.
Asking Price
$875,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 292713 | Available | 5/9/25
Asset Sale. Price Reduced for Quick Close. Incredible opportunity to own a versatile 30,000 sq. ft. entertainment venue at a drastically reduced price! Now just $375,000, this turn-key facility includes a full bar, commercial kitchen, expansive outdoor patio, and ample parking.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
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Posting: 292627 | Available | 5/6/25
Many years in Karaoke business. This is a two-story restaurant and karaoke venue with a total of 5,593 sq. ft. on a 10,525 sq. ft. lot, featuring parking in the rear.
Asking Price
$750,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$2,700,000
Down
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Posting: 284645 | Available | 4/23/25
Inherit the $1.5mm in long term bank debt, pay a landlord security deposit, escrow closing costs and take over this establishment with $2.7mm in 2023 sales revenues with original build out costs of $2.5mm. The sale includes 2 bars both with ABC Type 47 hard liquor licenses.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$500,000
Down
$199,000
Posting: 290322 | Available | 4/22/25
Thriving karaoke lounge for sale in San Diego's Convoy District. Established for over 10 years, this fully operational business nets $4K $9K/month. Located in a high-traffic retail center, it's perfect for investors or owner-operators. Priced at $199K.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$137,520
Revenue
$340,200
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292368 | Available | 4/21/25
Serves Alcohol and Food. Own a profitable, one-of-a-kind pool hall, bar, and entertainment venue in Pueblo, CO, now available below market value due to a motivated seller. As the only pool hall in town, this business has zero direct competition and a loyal customer base that keeps revenue flowing.
Asking Price
$340,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$62,697
Down
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Posting: 292088 | Available | 4/15/25
Step into an exciting opportunity with this mobile video game theater business, offering a dynamic and fun experience that's perfect for birthday parties, school events, and more. This 24-foot trailer is a fully equipped entertainment hub on wheels.
Asking Price
$45,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,046,994
Down
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Posting: 292063 | Available | 4/15/25
Prime Investment Opportunity: Iconic Las Vegas Tourist Attraction Located on the Famed Las Vegas Strip within The LINQ Promenade. Owner is absentee and lives out of state. Location is everything, and this business boasts an unparalleled setting.
Asking Price
$600,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$239,710
Down
$60,000
Posting: 292206 | Available | 4/15/25
This well-established indoor playground is a go-to destination for families with young children, offering a safe and engaging environment designed for kids six and under. The facility features a variety including bounce houses, train tracks, play kitchens, and a dedicated infant area.
Asking Price
$115,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$55,000
Posting: 292194 | Available | 4/15/25
Looking for a unique business opportunity that you can take anywhere? This turnkey party character rental business is fully equipped, home-based, and can be relocated to another state. Included in the sale are professionally designed costumes, a trailer for easy transportation.
Asking Price
$70,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$309,615
Down
$100,000
Posting: 292165 | Available | 4/15/25
This absentee-owner business offers a unique opportunity to own a thriving entertainment venue in the heart of Las Vegas. Featuring rage rooms, axe throwing, and splatter paint sessions, the business caters to locals and tourists alike, delivering fun, stress relief, and creativity.
Asking Price
$220,000
Cash flow
$35,000
Revenue
$35,000
Down
$35,000
Posting: 254699 | Available | 4/13/25
Wedding Possibilities is a decor rental and a floral company. Been in business for 10 successful years. 5 star reviews. Owner older and due to health problems needs to retire. There is so much more opportunity that the current owner did not target. Including Corporate Events and venues.
Asking Price
79,000 or Best Offer
Cash flow
$48,000
Revenue
$96,907
Down
$89,000
Posting: 276350 | Available | 4/9/25
Perfect Husband & Wife opportunity in the event and wedding industry. This is a rare opportunity to buy a healthy, income producing party equipment rental biz. Foundation has been laid, income stream is producing, experience to back you up and now it's time for someone to take it to the next level.
Asking Price
$89,000
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Cash flow
$900,000
Revenue
$1,868,492
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 291477 | Available | 4/7/25
This highly profitable family entertainment center is fully built-out and located in a high-traffic, large regional shopping center in south Los Angeles County. The business has averaged $1.9M in annual revenue and $900,000 in annual cash flow over the last few years and as per the seller.
Asking Price
$3,400,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
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Posting: 280307 | Available | 4/6/25
This Marin County California ABC Type-47 Full Liquor License can be used on premises for a restaurant or may be converted to a Type 48 for a bar, tavern, or nightclub. This license is transferable to any location in Marin County, California.
Asking Price
$130,000
Cash flow
$90,756
Revenue
$335,429
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 291309 | Available | 3/27/25
Children Indoor Playground - Short Hours - Low Rent - Easy Operations
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$690,667
Revenue
$2,701,928
Down
$4,100,000
Posting: 291042 | Available | 3/11/25
Dive into an exceptional opportunity with a highly successful adventure park franchise, housed in a spacious facility brimming with diverse family attractions, including trampolines, ropes courses, climbing walls, and a vibrant cafe.
Asking Price
$4,100,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$439,936
Down
$500,000
Posting: 290808 | Available | 3/11/25
Great opportunity to buy a fully built-out, popular franchise for a bargain price. Franchise children's play center in well-located shopping center, providing multi-level play structures, toddler and baby play areas, birthday party facility, cafe, relaxation area, and more. CURRENTLY CLOSED.
Asking Price
$500,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 288561 | Available | 3/7/25
This is a popular outdoor community space that serves as a casual gathering spot for locals and visitors. It offers a laid-back atmosphere with a focus on outdoor seating, local food truck, and live entertainment.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
N/A
Posting: 288327 | Available | 3/3/25
This well-established entertainment center is ideally located in the heart of California's north coast wine region, drawing families from surrounding cities and counties within a 70-mile radius. Positioned along a busy Highway corridor, this business attracts locals, commuters, vacationers, etc.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
$461,343
Revenue
$2,958,116
Down
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Posting: 289426 | Available | 2/24/25
For over 20 years, growing up in Southern California meant day trips to one of SoCal's most beloved children's entertainment centers. Family owned and operated, they currently have several locations throughout Southern California. Revenue comes primarily from general admission and group events.
Asking Price
$1,950,000
Cash flow
$275,768
Revenue
$700,092
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 290567 | Available | 2/10/25
Unique opportunity to own a franchise based in the DC metro area that provides the ultimate inflatable park experience. This business is much more than just renting a bounce house in the backyard for a day. In fact, the installations can occupy parking lots providing up to 25,000 square feet of fun!
Asking Price
$420,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,900,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286577 | In Escrow | 2/7/25
Established in 2021, The Salty Seal has swiftly become the go-to spot for locals and tourist alike, offering a unique fusion of sports, entertainment, delicious food, and craft brews. It is surrounded by a hub of shops, attractions, hotels, and residences.
Asking Price
$595,000
Cash flow
$367,396
Revenue
$616,812
Down
$73,500
Posting: 289053 | Available | 5/17/25
For sale is a full-service event production company, owned and operated by the current owner for over 25 years. The company provides a range of services, including bands, DJs, lighting, sound, audiovisual services, streaming, specialty entertainment, and production support.
Asking Price
$735,000
Cash flow
$690,667
Revenue
$2,701,928
Down
$4,100,000
Posting: 291042 | Available | 3/11/25
Dive into an exceptional opportunity with a highly successful adventure park franchise, housed in a spacious facility brimming with diverse family attractions, including trampolines, ropes courses, climbing walls, and a vibrant cafe.
Asking Price
$4,100,000
Cash flow
$275,768
Revenue
$700,092
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 290567 | Available | 2/10/25
Unique opportunity to own a franchise based in the DC metro area that provides the ultimate inflatable park experience. This business is much more than just renting a bounce house in the backyard for a day. In fact, the installations can occupy parking lots providing up to 25,000 square feet of fun!
Asking Price
$420,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 290130 | Available | 1/12/25
This is a thriving karaoke business in Orange County, featuring 14 private rooms, 4,000 SF of space, and an ABC 47 (hard liquor) license. The financial details include a 2023 revenue of $1,000,000 and a confirmed 2024 revenue of $650,000 with a monthly rent of $14,300 and 6 years of lease remaining.
Asking Price
$500,000
Cash flow
$90,756
Revenue
$335,429
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 291309 | Available | 3/27/25
Children Indoor Playground - Short Hours - Low Rent - Easy Operations
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$137,520
Revenue
$340,200
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292368 | Available | 4/21/25
Serves Alcohol and Food. Own a profitable, one-of-a-kind pool hall, bar, and entertainment venue in Pueblo, CO, now available below market value due to a motivated seller. As the only pool hall in town, this business has zero direct competition and a loyal customer base that keeps revenue flowing.
Asking Price
$340,000
Cash flow
$320,000
Revenue
$2,000,000
Down
$999,000
Posting: 250326 | Available | 5/24/21
This Long Beach bar and restaurant boasts an ideal outdoor patio with an unmatched view, plenty of onsite parking, dance and live entertainment all at a highly attractive lease rate. The venue, which has continuously operated since the mid-1970s, is comprised of several rooms.
Asking Price
$999,000
Cash flow
$14,200
Revenue
$36,900
Down
Call
Posting: 273281 | Available | 5/6/22
Our client offers a NFT fantasy franchise sports platform, built on blockchain technology, that introduces true in-game ownership of franchises, teams, and players through the use of NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens). Unique to our client, customers will own their franchise and their players indefinitely,
Asking Price
Call
Cash flow
$10,000
Revenue
$375,907
Down
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Posting: 287381 | Available | 7/1/24
The auto haul industry stands at a critical crossroads, making now the ideal time to seize market opportunities through the strategic application of AI, ML, and LLM technologies. Historically, this sector has lagged in technological adoption, creating a ripe landscape for transformation and innovate
Asking Price
$10,000,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 268243 | Available | 6/5/21
Here is a great opportunity to own a well-established and profitable art school and studio located in the Orange County. The business has an education focused approach to classes for kids after school, teen open studio, Portfolio prep and classes for adults. The premise lease offers approximately 19
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$1,000,000
Revenue
$1,200,000
Down
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Posting: 276279 | Available | 9/13/22
Our client is an exploding, music talent agency - yearly revenue has increased since inception, at a percentage rate year over year of approximately 600%. Our client is a 'positive hustle and hard work ethic' music talent business built on the sheer effort of bringing music artists to the stage.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
Cash flow
$81,000
Revenue
$429,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 263626 | Available | 5/15/25
Music Box & Clock Shoppe is the perfect store to visit for your personal and gift shopping. This store is celebrating over 28 seasons and over that time they feel they have touched many people's lives in different ways. Their customers are like family.
Asking Price
$119,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,343,087
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 289141 | Available | 5/13/25
Located in the heart of beautiful Palm Springs, this is a unique opportunity to own Bouschet a fine wine bar and shop, where wine enthusiasts can explore a wonderful selection of fine wines from around the world.
Asking Price
$875,000
Cash flow
$900,000
Revenue
$1,868,492
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 291477 | Available | 4/7/25
This highly profitable family entertainment center is fully built-out and located in a high-traffic, large regional shopping center in south Los Angeles County. The business has averaged $1.9M in annual revenue and $900,000 in annual cash flow over the last few years and as per the seller.
Asking Price
$3,400,000
Cash flow
$8,000,000
Revenue
$35,000,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 288904 | Available | 10/13/24
Our client is one of the world's oldest and most recognized escape room brands, known for its extensive network of escape rooms and entertainment centers. The company has strategically partnered with the biggest escape room product and prop manufacturer of the world and three (3) of the top 10 esc
Asking Price
$30,000,000
Cash flow
$461,343
Revenue
$2,958,116
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 289426 | Available | 2/24/25
For over 20 years, growing up in Southern California meant day trips to one of SoCal's most beloved children's entertainment centers. Family owned and operated, they currently have several locations throughout Southern California. Revenue comes primarily from general admission and group events.
Asking Price
$1,950,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$2,200,000
Down
$1,750,000
Posting: 291336 | Available | 5/19/25
This Iconic Venice Beach area bar and restaurant with a built-in entertainment concept is a neighborhood favorite with locals and visitors alike.
Asking Price
$1,750,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$62,697
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292088 | Available | 4/15/25
Step into an exciting opportunity with this mobile video game theater business, offering a dynamic and fun experience that's perfect for birthday parties, school events, and more. This 24-foot trailer is a fully equipped entertainment hub on wheels.
Asking Price
$45,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292627 | Available | 5/6/25
Many years in Karaoke business. This is a two-story restaurant and karaoke venue with a total of 5,593 sq. ft. on a 10,525 sq. ft. lot, featuring parking in the rear.
Asking Price
$750,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$600,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 280703 | Available | 6/3/24
This is a great location on a major street intersection located in North Orange County. It is a sports bar and tavern with full liquor, entertainment, and live music for sale. This is the local's favorite go-to spot for sports games, happy hours, live music, and top DJs.
Asking Price
$575,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$239,710
Down
$60,000
Posting: 292206 | Available | 4/15/25
This well-established indoor playground is a go-to destination for families with young children, offering a safe and engaging environment designed for kids six and under. The facility features a variety including bounce houses, train tracks, play kitchens, and a dedicated infant area.
Asking Price
$115,000
Cash flow
$48,000
Revenue
$96,907
Down
$89,000
Posting: 276350 | Available | 4/9/25
Perfect Husband & Wife opportunity in the event and wedding industry. This is a rare opportunity to buy a healthy, income producing party equipment rental biz. Foundation has been laid, income stream is producing, experience to back you up and now it's time for someone to take it to the next level.
Asking Price
$89,000
Bldg Size
1,200 Sq.Ft
Typical Floor Size
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Year Built
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Posting: 288973 | Available | 10/17/24
This Long Beach bar with a Type 48 liquor license that does not require food service boasts live entertainment, a spacious patio, and an offsite catering permit.
Asking Price
$1,195,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$500,000
Down
$199,000
Posting: 290322 | Available | 4/22/25
Thriving karaoke lounge for sale in San Diego's Convoy District. Established for over 10 years, this fully operational business nets $4K $9K/month. Located in a high-traffic retail center, it's perfect for investors or owner-operators. Priced at $199K.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,046,994
Down
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Posting: 292063 | Available | 4/15/25
Prime Investment Opportunity: Iconic Las Vegas Tourist Attraction Located on the Famed Las Vegas Strip within The LINQ Promenade. Owner is absentee and lives out of state. Location is everything, and this business boasts an unparalleled setting.
Asking Price
$600,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$1,276,578
Down
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Posting: 277594 | Available | 9/28/23
This restaurant and nightclub are centrally located in the heart of Fullerton's highly popular entertainment corridor. The venue boasts an occupancy of over 540, which is reported to be the highest of any bar or nightclub in the area.
Asking Price
$595,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
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Posting: 292767 | Available | 5/13/25
Great opportunity to purchase a long established restaurant & bar with a strong consistent local following. There's a bar, a kitchen, two large storage spaces, a beer garden and a dance floor. This facility includes a walk-in refrigerator, a 4'6' type 1 Stainless exhaust hood with an Ansul sy
Asking Price
$425,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292713 | Available | 5/9/25
Asset Sale. Price Reduced for Quick Close. Incredible opportunity to own a versatile 30,000 sq. ft. entertainment venue at a drastically reduced price! Now just $375,000, this turn-key facility includes a full bar, commercial kitchen, expansive outdoor patio, and ample parking.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cheryl's a restaurant business broker, over 25 years in the bar and restaurant industry coupled with a J.D. Cheryl works tirelessly to create successful strategies and effective negotiations for those who wish to purchase a new or sell an existing bar, restaurant, cafe, or night club. 415-309-2722
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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.
Should owners who offer a business for sale reveal to prospective buyers any income that is not recorded in the books? This is a controversial topic with arguments both for and against. Most business sales intermediaries believe if you don't pay tax on it, you can't claim it. Some sellers disagree.
Most business acquisition financing strategies involve borrowing money to meet the purchase price. But an entirely different approach, equity sharing, is sometimes pursued if borrowed money is not wanted, or is not available to complete the purchase. Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen.com covers this topic.
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.
