Cash flow
$36,000
Revenue
$264,000
Down
$200,000
Posting: 284803 | Available | 3/29/24
This bustling boba shop, strategically located in a high-traffic strip center in Los Angeles County, offers an exciting business opportunity. The shop serves a wide range of beverages, including coffee, a variety of teas, smoothies, frappes, and juices, catering to diverse customer preferences. ...
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$900,000
Down
$450,000
Posting: 284811 | Available | 3/29/24
This is a high volume pizza parlor with ABC 41 beer on tap & wine bar. There are lots of flat screen TVs, active arcade produces good extra income. There are 10 quality employees with owner working very limited part time. It is in a prime location, upscale neighborhood.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$152,000
Revenue
$816,000
Down
$250,000
Posting: 283029 | Available | 3/29/24
This flower shop and cafe venture has firmly established itself as the neighborhood's premier destination for exquisite floral arrangements, as well as a diverse selection of coffee, tea, sandwiches, and more. Operating seamlessly from Mon-Wed (10am - 5pm), Thur-Sat (9am - 5pm).
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$144,000
Revenue
$900,000
Down
$400,000
Posting: 284087 | Available | 3/29/24
Welcome to the renowned "Last Great Hamburger Stand" - a free-standing Fat Burger restaurant with a drive-thru, located in the vibrant heart of Las Vegas. The owner is now looking to retire, presenting a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic new owner.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$358,000
Down
$135,900
Posting: 285378 | Available | 3/29/24
For sale is a new franchise boba tea, ice cream, specialty store by the Franchisor! This is a turn-key store that is fully staffed and profitable! The franchisor will train and support the new buyer. The franchise was established in 2019 and is actively selling franchises in 30 states.
Asking Price
$135,900
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
$150,000
Posting: 285878 | Available | 3/28/24
This has been a great iconic hamburger shop for many years but times have changed and it's time for a new owner to shine for many years from here forward. This hamburger stand, strategically situated on Anaheim Blvd in Anaheim, California, boasts a prime location for a new drive thru franchise.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$500,000
Down
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Posting: 276889 | Available | 3/27/24
This is a great opportunity for an owner-operator. Currently, it is absentee owner operated. This established business is located in downtown San Jose with busy foot traffic. The store is recovering very nicely after its closure during the pandemic. There is plenty of room for growth.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$360,000
Down
$99,000
Posting: 276708 | Available | 3/27/24
For sale is a great location in the affluent community of Cypress and a busy office building area. It is good for takeout and has a newly remodeled interior with an open kitchen. The current owner cannot run the store because of a shortage of employees and his health issue.
Asking Price
$95,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$128,000
Down
$30,000
Posting: 283689 | Available | 3/27/24
For sale is an Italian pizzeria & sandwich shop located in nice shopping center. Rent is $2,600/month, annual sales are $100,000. The owner has a job and works 40 hours/week. established in 1979. The shop is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. It currently needs an owner-operator. 29K Down/Owner Carry.
Asking Price
$55,000
Cash flow
$64,430
Revenue
$786,684
Down
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Posting: 281436 | Available | 3/26/24
This poke franchise specializes in exceptionally great demand for healthy and fresh food. It is located in a high foot traffic area along with a major grocery store, other businesses, parks, and trails. It is absentee run and if the buyer is involved, it may further enhance the business production.
Asking Price
$169,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$520,000
Down
$215,000
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
Cash flow
$208,022
Revenue
$1,622,048
Down
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Posting: 285850 | Available | 3/26/24
For sale is a Popeyes franchise located off the highway in a busy shopping center. Neighbors include mix of commercial and residential properties nearby. It has a good sales trend and real estate will be available (but not included in the sales price).
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 285849 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a Subway sandwich shop. The buyer has to convert it into another concept. It is located at a busy shopping center, facing a busy street. It has easy access with plenty of parking. There is a Type 2 hood (can be upgraded Type 1) and grease trap inside. All equipment is included in the sale.
Asking Price
$80,000
Cash flow
$91,000
Revenue
$392,000
Down
$125,000
Posting: 283550 | Available | 3/26/24
This long time community favorite, formerly a fish market, location has been in business since the late 80's. The famous fish and chip store is co-located with national franchise tenants and located close to a major medical center. Has a full kitchen with sizable hood and grease trap.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$72,000
Revenue
$367,000
Down
$225,000
Posting: 283856 | Available | 3/26/24
For sale is a coffee and gelato shop in Orange County that offers coffee, teas, ice creams, gelato, and more. It is located in an end unit at a great retail location. It is semi-absentee run with 7 part-time workers. It's a stable business in its 4th year. The lease is until 2029.
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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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
Cash flow
$43,115
Revenue
$467,512
Down
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Posting: 285271 | Available | 3/26/24
This franchise is located in a high-traffic shopping center and has been around since 2016 with approximately 8 years left on the franchise agreement. The sale of the business includes $50,000 in furniture fixtures and equipment and currently has 7 part-time employees working and seller managing.
Asking Price
$60,000
Bldg Size
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Typical Floor Size
1,000 Sq.Ft
Year Built
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Posting: 284565 | Available | 3/26/24
This is real estate including a milk tea business for sale. It is located in the center of Silicon Valley. Easy access to Highway 280, Interstate 101, and Highway 680. It is surrounded by all high tech companies, Downtown San Jose, San Jose State University and San Jose Airport.
Asking Price
$820,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 280249 | Available | 3/26/24
For sale is a fast food restaurant located in a shopping center with lots of foot traffic. There is a brand big grocery store in the same plaza. It is easy to operate. They are open for 5 days ONLY, from Monday to Friday. There's big potential to increase sales by opening Saturday and Sunday.
Asking Price
$80,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 285842 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a great opportunity to own and operate the only boba shop in town. It is located in a busy shopping center with many locally owned businesses and dedicated parking. The shop is frequented by adults and children alike it is an after-school hot spot for teenagers.
Asking Price
$110,000
Cash flow
$103,736
Revenue
$602,709
Down
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Posting: 285841 | Available | 3/26/24
Is your son or daughter attending UCSB? Offset the cost of their education with the profits from this near campus business! This is a long-established liquor store with repeat customers.
Asking Price
$349,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
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Posting: 285837 | Available | 3/26/24
This restaurant is located in a community shopping center next to a supermarket. Rent is only $3,400/month. It is great for delivery or takeout. It is profitable as-is, also you can convert it to your own concept with an approval from he landlord.
Asking Price
$89,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$662,200
Down
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Posting: 281173 | Available | 3/26/24
Over 48 years of long-standing deli and cafe franchise with a large presence throughout the Bay Area. Their sandwiches, soups, and salads are made with fresh, quality ingredients.
Asking Price
$185,000
Cash flow
$96,000
Revenue
$600,000
Down
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Posting: 279849 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a drive-thru beer and wine dairy market which is located in a good neighborhood, and has gross sales of $45,000/month. The business hours are 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM for 7 days. It has good potential.
Asking Price
$249,000
Cash flow
$45,000
Revenue
$312,000
Down
$149,000
Posting: 285833 | Available | 3/26/24
Nestled in the heart of a picturesque beach community, this unique business seamlessly combines two delectable experiences in one prime location. Specializing in gourmet chocolates and self-serve frozen yogurt, it offers the perfect indulgence for both tourists and locals alike.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$30,506
Revenue
$483,191
Down
$150,000
Posting: 283232 | Available | 3/26/24
For sale is a top 3 leading pizza brand with over 60 years in business and more than 400+ restaurants in the US + globally. It was built in 1997 and under current ownership since 2014, this establishment is in a busy area of the largest city in Northern California.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
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Posting: 285238 | Available | 3/25/24
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
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
$2,600,000
Down
$1,300,000
Posting: 285225 | Available | 3/25/24
For sale is a hamburger drive-thru franchise including property. It has heavy traffic near the freeway. Annual sales are $2,600,000 and the annual net is $300,000. There will be training & support and it is SBA loan prequalified. The asking price is $4,000,000.
Asking Price
$4,000,000
Cash flow
$475,000
Revenue
$3,000,000
Down
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Posting: 267141 | Available | 4/16/24
For sale are two bagel and sandwich shops that are available. They are in excellent commercial areas that have a hospital and residents that are high and middle-income. 2022 Year to Date made approximately $3 Million / Pandemic approximately $2.7 million plus 2020.
Asking Price
$1,675,000
Cash flow
$102,804
Revenue
$369,775
Down
$1,098,000
Posting: 284287 | Available | 4/15/24
This boutique bakery, set on 2 acres with water rights at the front, offers a unique chance to live and thrive on-site as both the property valued at $749,000 and the business valued at $280,000 are included in this price. Boasting established sales and partnerships with local retail stores.
Asking Price
$1,098,000
Cash flow
$89,148
Revenue
$571,000
Down
$315,000
Posting: 281660 | Available | 4/18/24
For sale is a freestanding drive-through quick service restaurant located in a very busy area next to the college. There is a private parking lot, good visibility, with very little competition. They are serving burgers on the menu & Mexican food, breakfast lunch & dinner.
Asking Price
$315,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
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Posting: 248011 | Available | 4/16/24
Reduced Price. Fast food free standing restaurant with drive thru. Located on a Major corner intersection on a main street. Excellent books and records. Monthly Rent: $4,000. Lease has 17 years left. Open 7 days. Sunday - Thursday, 6am - 9pm + Friday - Saturday, 6am - 10pm. Price reduced $450K.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
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Posting: 282202 | Available | 4/19/24
For an asset sale is a boba and snack shop. This shop has a very good rental rate ($1,900) and is located in the busy shopping center. The size of the store is 600sq. There's a 4-foot-long type 1 hood. Due to the asset sale, finances will not be available.
Asking Price
$99,999
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$380,000
Down
$154,900
Posting: 284866 | Available | 4/19/24
This is your opportunity to own a Baskin Robbins ice cream store in Sunny San Diego County. Baskin Robbins is the #1 ice cream franchise in the World. The store opened in July 2017. The current owner purchased the store in January 2019. It is located in a great shopping center.
Asking Price
$154,900
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
$279,066
Down
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Posting: 277999 | Available | 2/12/23
This Whittier quick service venue boasts a versatile layout with solid street visibility and freeway access. The venue, which is located in a corner location on a popular throughfare, can be rebranded as any number of similar or alternate quick service concepts.
Asking Price
$70,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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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
Cash flow
$173,400
Revenue
$1,337,000
Down
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Posting: 279680 | Available | 3/8/24
For sale are 2 Jimmy John's sandwich franchises that are located only 20 minutes apart with their 2023 sales growth at 7.3%. Jimmy John's is the largest sandwich chain specializing in delivery and is part of the Inspire Brands Family. Founded in 1983, Jimmy John's has grown to ~2,800 in 43 states.
Asking Price
$550,000
Cash flow
$66,511
Revenue
$432,835
Down
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Posting: 282062 | Available | 2/7/24
Be the boss of our ready-to-go juice & smoothie bar in a busy shopping center & prime location. It's surrounded by cool places like schools and parks, so lots of people come by. You get to be part of a famous juice brand, serving up healthy drinks and acai bowls.
Asking Price
$169,000
Cash flow
$55,000
Revenue
$155,000
Down
$50,000
Posting: 285791 | Available | 3/22/24
For sale is a great money-making yogurt shop in busy Upper Lake Shore Avenue, located near a Trade Joe's and shopping area. This profitable business is easy to run - one person can operate this shop. Business hours are 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Equipment includes 6 machines with a variety of toppings!
Asking Price
$50,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
$95,000
Posting: 282876 | In Escrow | 11/26/23
Priced to sell quickly is a shop selling delicious, popular chicken sandwiches and tender strips. It has sa fully equipped kitchen with 19 ft hood, grill, fryers, walk-in cooler & freezer and grease interceptor. It is located on a busy street, surrounded by a business park, warehouse, retail shops.
Asking Price
$95,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$653,000
Down
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Posting: 285451 | In Contract | 3/2/24
The business has been established for 12 years under the current owner, specializing in retail sales with a focus on food products (non-production, no hood). It operates in a 675 square foot space with essential equipment. The location boasts high foot traffic and is situated in a prime area.
Asking Price
$49,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$29,500
Posting: 277107 | Available | 4/18/24
Exclusive licensing opportunity for the only "Walk Around" Handmade Pizza product in the food service industry! Sold in well-known venues like Disneyland, San Diego Zoo, Sports stadiums, Grand Prix, Breweries, Fairs, specific territories, and much more. Let us set up a meeting with the Licensor!
Asking Price
$29,500
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 281344 | Available | 3/22/24
This is a Little Caesar's located off a busy freeway with lots of drive-thru traffic. Neighbors include a mix of residential and commercial properties nearby. They have an upward sales trend and low rent. Comprehensive training is provided by the franchisor.
Asking Price
$290,000
Cash flow
$144,000
Revenue
$600,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 284801 | Available | 3/29/24
Situated in a bustling shopping center with exceptional visibility from the 10 Freeway, this thriving boba tea shop is an excellent business opportunity. Currently managed by an absentee owner, the shop boasts a fully equipped kitchen featuring a 10-foot hood, ideal for a range of offerings.
Asking Price
$350,000
Bldg Size
5,000 Sq.Ft
Typical Floor Size
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Year Built
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Posting: 284391 | Available | 12/21/23
For sale is an independent mini truck stop business with property near Fresno, CA. It is located off HWY 99, with high visibility, a high-rise sign, a 2-acre lot with 4 gasoline MPDs, 6 diesel MPDs, and E85 Fuel. There is a QSR restaurant, a shower, clean restrooms, and the store size is 5,000 sqft.
Asking Price
$8,900,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$350,000
Down
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Posting: 284218 | Available | 3/12/24
This is a well-established and famous cafe in the medical buildings in the affluent Newport Beach. It is open 5 days a week, Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 3:00 pm, and closed on all Holidays. Its current monthly sales are about $27-30,000. Its size is about 1,200 sq ft with a storage room.
Asking Price
$79,000
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
$2,600,000
Down
$1,300,000
Posting: 285225 | Available | 3/25/24
For sale is a hamburger drive-thru franchise including property. It has heavy traffic near the freeway. Annual sales are $2,600,000 and the annual net is $300,000. There will be training & support and it is SBA loan prequalified. The asking price is $4,000,000.
Asking Price
$4,000,000
Cash flow
$25,378
Revenue
$316,239
Down
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Posting: 280618 | Available | 9/5/23
For sale is a great location in downtown Long Beach with a good amount of foot traffic. It is only open Mon-Fri from 10:30am-5pm. They have reasonable rent at $3,762/month. It is close to the police department and the courthouse. This has great potential for an owner-operator.
Asking Price
$79,000
Cash flow
$55,000
Revenue
$320,000
Down
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Posting: 285536 | Available | 4/10/24
Ding Tea is a popular franchise specializing in boba tea, also known as bubble tea. Originating from Taiwan, the birthplace of bubble tea, Currently, the owner is not renewing the franchise. So buyers can renew the Ding Tea Franchise, or become other franchises like Feng Cha Boba or independent.
Asking Price
$85,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$685,000
Down
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Posting: 285465 | Available | 4/4/24
For sale is a well-established franchise store. The monthly net sales are $55,500 and the net profit is $10,000+. It is absentee-owned at a good location. Its current rent is about $5,080 including NNN.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 284330 | Available | 12/15/23
Pita Pit has created an entire culture and a proven franchising system one that has undergone twenty years of fine-tuning to meet this growing demand. The unique combination of fresh, healthy food, mainstream music, and a lot of fun. Today, there are more than 210 Pita Pit locations in the US.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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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
Cash flow
$169,000
Revenue
$1,118,331
Down
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Posting: 284845 | Available | 1/24/24
If you are looking for an easy-to-operate Mexican fast-food restaurant, look no further. The space is 2300 sf and the rent is just under $10k inc. NNN and it is fully absentee-run. This high-volume Mexican restaurant serves mouth-watering tacos, loaded fries, and specialty non-alcoholic beverages.
Asking Price
$499,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 285601 | Available | 3/11/24
Located in a quaint tourist town in Central California that attracts over 1.5 million tourists per year, this beautiful cafe is renowned for its inviting ambiance, friendly service, and diverse menu offerings. A private courtyard and shaded tables offer attractive outdoor seating options.
Asking Price
$875,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$900,000
Down
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Posting: 282518 | Available | 11/3/23
This is a multi-unit Subway franchise restaurant in Tulare county. Both locations were remodeled a few months ago. They are absentee-run. There is a lot more potential for more profits/sales with an owner-operator. For rent, one is $2,914 and the other is $2,564.18 per month including CAM.
Asking Price
$639,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 278656 | Available | 2/13/24
For sale is an amazing restaurant with a huge drive-thru that was recently remodeled. It had over $100k in upgrades which boosted the sales and the look of the place. There is plenty of parking with easy in and out driving. They have good sales with personnel in place to support it.
Asking Price
$329,000
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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.
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.
Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen Founder & Director of the ProBuy/ProSell Programs explores why earnest money deposits when opening escrow (and bulk sale) serve several important purposes when buying or selling a small business in California. For Buyers not offering a realistic deposit may be a problem.
Successful sellers of small businesses need a game plan to sell their California small business for maximum price and for the best terms. Peter Siegel, MBA discusses these seller strategies with BizBen Blog readers based on his experience as the lead Advisor with the ProSell Program on BizBen.com.
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.
In my opinion and experience, an LOI may very well be appropriate for lower middle market transactions of $5,000,000 or more; but, for deals less than that an Asset Purchase Agreement ("APA") with contingencies on the actions of the buyer (and seller) is much more efficient and effective.
This webinar is designed for business buyers, owner/sellers, business brokers, agents, and advisors who can benefit on the latest information and strategies on procuring large SBA loans to buy or sale a "large" small business - typically priced between $500K to $10M. Peter Siegel, MBA is the host.
To start a business or try something new, starting a franchise business is a great option. In this blog, we'll break down everything you need to know about buying a franchise in simple, easy-to-understand terms. This guide is for business owners, whether experienced or new.
80% of all California business buyers never end up buying a business! Many factors contribute to this statistic, but by following the points below and utilizing the ProBuy Method of buying a business you should be successful in locating a business that interests you and completing the transaction!
Demonstrating sufficient cash flow to cover a business acquisition loan is key to getting a lender's approval. But buyer must be knowledgeable. Support a business acquisition loan with the target company's cash flow. And know how to determine the actual cash flow amount. Peter Siegel, MBA explains.
In this month's Business Buyer survey for BizBen.com, we asked participants in our ProBuy Program and 250 other random business buyers what they look for and avoid when looking at a business for sale postings online. Of the 20 potential posting characteristics we asked about, 8 stood out.
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!
There are many myths associated with the process of selling a small business and some of them can actually cause deals to fall through. Don't let your sale be compromised, be aware of these common misconceptions related to the process of selling. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen explores this topic.
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.
Ice cream shops are a favorite with buyers of small businesses, but many times don't know what to look for when seeking a purchase of a shop. Joe Ranieri and other intermediaries and advisors share their experience and expertise to potential ice cream shop owners. Explore these tips to learn more.
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.
