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Posting: 285056 | Available | 4/25/24
Experience the epitome of elegance and refinement at our renowned establishment, where breathtaking views, exquisite dining, and a romantic ambiance converge to create an unparalleled dining experience. It is recognized as the Inland Empire's premier destination for romance and ambiance.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
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Posting: 280307 | Available | 4/26/24
This Sonoma 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 Sonoma County, California.
Asking Price
$160,000
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N/A
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Posting: 283424 | Available | 4/23/24
Located in historic downtown Santa Barbara, this bar and restaurant stands as a vibrant culinary destination that effortlessly marries tradition with innovation, where delectable dining and signature cocktails meet timeless charm.
Asking Price
$999,000
Cash flow
$197,904
Revenue
$2,137,548
Down
$70,000
Posting: 280186 | Available | 4/15/24
SBA approved! Don't miss this fantastic, urban, coastal restaurant and sports bar, a well-established destination for locals and visitors alike. Located in a bustling, walkable area of the city, the restaurant boasts multiple attractive patios in a beautiful setting and lively atmosphere.
Asking Price
$450,000
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Posting: 283506 | Available | 4/10/24
For sale is an open kitchen restaurant in an excellent neighborhood, location, and exposure in a busy center with patio seating. Currently, it serves Mexican/Latin American cuisine but can convert to other concepts. It is absentee-owned, so it's perfect for your new idea or have the same concept.
Asking Price
$198,888
Cash flow
$135,613
Revenue
$615,051
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Posting: 280394 | Available | 4/9/24
This is a downtown Santa Barbara restaurant with beer and wine for sale in an ideal location. It is absentee-run and is a turnkey restaurant. A local can easily increase sales to past levels and more. It has new bathrooms and kitchen flooring and additional dining room upgrades have been completed.
Asking Price
$399,000
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$40,000
Posting: 283679 | Available | 4/3/24
For sale is a beautiful restaurant that has the feel of being in a fine dining restaurant in Northern or Southern California. The decor speaks for pride of ownership- chandeliers, marble countertops, decorative flooring, amazing furniture and table combination.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
N/A
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Posting: 277905 | Available | 4/1/24
The price has been lowered! This is a closed restaurant for sale. This restaurant is located in Tenderloin Area. It is huge. The address is 177 Eddy St. San Francisco. The size of the restaurant is 4,000 sq. ft and rent is $8,500+ $1,000 (CAM). The hood is over 35 feet. There's a walk-in cooler.
Asking Price
$169,999
Bldg Size
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no Sq.Ft
Year Built
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Posting: 285060 | Available | 3/13/24
This is a restaurant for lease that is currently vacant. The landlord is looking for a new high-end concept to occupy this space. The restaurant is located in a prime spot in of downtown Palo Alto surrounded by upscale restaurants, Starbucks, Apple Store, and many shops.
Lease Amount
$28,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
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Posting: 282719 | Available | 3/8/24
For sale is an LA County type 47 liquor license at $140,000 plus fees.
Asking Price
$140,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$3,300,000
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Posting: 283342 | Available | 3/8/24
For sale is a restaurant and bar located in one of the most sought-after locations in Orange County. It has a beautiful build-out. The business has a full ABC 47 liquor license. Current management is in place and includes a general manager, chef or kitchen manager, and assistant manager.
Asking Price
$1,375,000
Cash flow
$27,647
Revenue
$1,646,683
Down
$100,000
Posting: 285409 | Available | 2/28/24
Seize this rare opportunity to own a distinguished dining venue in a prime area, boasting an investment of over $1.6 million in elegant design and state-of-the-art kitchen facilities. Ideal for an owner-operator, this property offers a turnkey solution for immediate entry into upscale dining market.
Asking Price
$100,000
Cash flow
$314,812
Revenue
$1,232,808
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Posting: 280396 | Available | 2/18/24
For sale is this popular historic (circa 1859) boutique hotel, restaurant & bar with patio dining and including the owner's entirely separate detached 2-bedroom apartment. This is a hotel & restaurant business and a home all in one. The lot size is over 11,500 sq. ft.
Asking Price
$2,300,000
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Posting: 283503 | In Escrow | 2/15/24
Downtown Location: Being located in the downtown area can be a significant advantage for a restaurant. It offers easy access for both locals and tourists, and it often provides a vibrant atmosphere.
Asking Price
$398,000
Bldg Size
2,000 Sq.Ft
Space Being Rented
no Sq.Ft
Year Built
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Posting: 285061 | Available | 2/8/24
A restaurant is available for lease in downtown Palo Alto. Palo Alto is recognized as a global leader in cutting-edge tech development, known as the "Birthplace of Silicon Valley.' University Avenue runs through downtown Palo Alto and has casual & upscale restaurants, plus a well-known chain store.
Lease Amount
$28,000
Cash flow
$133,427
Revenue
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Posting: 281794 | Available | 1/19/24
This Restaurant has been a landmark for years. The restaurant offers guests fine dining cuisine in a cozy, comfortable atmosphere. The restaurant currently has a Type 41.
Asking Price
$375,000
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N/A
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Posting: 283316 | Available | 1/11/24
Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a well-equipped cafe space strategically located in one of San Francisco's most vibrant and active neighborhoods. Situated in a high-traffic area with a constant flow of pedestrians and vehicles, this prime location is bustling seven days a week.
Asking Price
$49,000
Cash flow
$224,000
Revenue
$2,381,768
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Posting: 282902 | Available | 10/22/23
This place makes you feel you are somewhere other than Southern California. If you like small-town atmosphere and outdoor charming patio with phenomenal, scrumptious, incredible and amazingly delicious food, this is the place. This place really makes you feel at home and definitely a hidden gem.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
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N/A
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Posting: 283417 | Available | 10/17/23
This business is located in a busy retail center in Pleasanton. The center has a well-known supermarket as its primary tenant. The location is near the junction of Hwy 580 and 680 and in the primary shopping area of the desirable part of Pleasanton.
Asking Price
$105,000
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N/A
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Posting: 283390 | Available | 10/17/23
San Diego County ABC On Sale liquor license for sale. Currently, type 48, can be converted to a on-sale 47. Submit offer.
Asking Price
$135,000
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N/A
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Posting: 283312 | Available | 10/12/23
Turnkey Restaurant for Sale in Chula Vista-Asset Sale. Turnkey 1,200 SF restaurant in Chula Vista. Located in a small neighborhood shopping center in Chula Vista. There could be a variety of food types and type 41 liquor licenses included in the asset sale.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
N/A
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Posting: 283303 | Available | 10/11/23
Fully Equipped Restaurant in San Francisco's Fillmore District - Ready for Your Concept. This space is located in an area of town that has become a destination zone for successful, highly regarded restaurants such as State Bird Provisions, The Progress, and Anchovy Bar.
Asking Price
$99,000
Cash flow
$169,690
Revenue
$1,265,065
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Posting: 283055 | Available | 9/26/23
Michelin Guide Acclaimed - San Diego County - Seaside Resort Town Successful 2800 sq ft restaurant. SBA loan pre-approved for this highly acclaimed Michelin Guide restaurant located in Seaside Resort city. Annual sales revenues exceeded $1.2 million in 2022 and are for sale for $475,000 in 2022.
Asking Price
$395,000
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Posting: 278415 | Available | 8/30/23
This is a true Hillcrest bar and eatery for sale with an expansive floorplan and unique upscale design located on Hillcrest's main thoroughfare, University Ave. It has a long-term lease remaining with options to extend, secured at an unbelievably below-market-rate rent. Type ABC license.
Asking Price
$695,000
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Posting: 280646 | Available | 8/12/23
For sale is a Sacramento County Type 47 ABC license. It Authorizes the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for consumption on the licensed premises.
Asking Price
$50,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$2,000,000
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Posting: 281891 | Available | 8/1/23
Long-established franchise under the same ownership for 42 years that is looking to retire. This year's sales are projected to be over $2m and the rent is only a 6% factor at $11k a month. The hours are 11-9 p.m. 7 days a week & the loyal staff take care of the majority of the day-to-day duties.
Asking Price
$699,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$3,000,000
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Posting: 281719 | Available | 7/19/23
This exceptional restaurant for sale in the greater La Quinta area offers not only prime real estate and parking on the premises but also includes a Type 47 liquor license. The restaurant itself is a stunning establishment, featuring a stylish and contemporary interior design.
Asking Price
$4,250,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$360,000
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$25
Posting: 281703 | Available | 7/18/23
Homey counter-service spot for burgers, pizza & sandwiches, with a pool table & nostalgic ambiance. This popular Restaurant is in front of the Industrial condominium complex, close to San Jose International Airport. Perfect location for an Industrial kitchen for mass food production.
Asking Price
$1,499,000
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Posting: 285056 | Available | 4/25/24
Experience the epitome of elegance and refinement at our renowned establishment, where breathtaking views, exquisite dining, and a romantic ambiance converge to create an unparalleled dining experience. It is recognized as the Inland Empire's premier destination for romance and ambiance.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$3,000,000
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Posting: 281719 | Available | 7/19/23
This exceptional restaurant for sale in the greater La Quinta area offers not only prime real estate and parking on the premises but also includes a Type 47 liquor license. The restaurant itself is a stunning establishment, featuring a stylish and contemporary interior design.
Asking Price
$4,250,000
Cash flow
N/A
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Posting: 283303 | Available | 10/11/23
Fully Equipped Restaurant in San Francisco's Fillmore District - Ready for Your Concept. This space is located in an area of town that has become a destination zone for successful, highly regarded restaurants such as State Bird Provisions, The Progress, and Anchovy Bar.
Asking Price
$99,000
Cash flow
$27,647
Revenue
$1,646,683
Down
$100,000
Posting: 285409 | Available | 2/28/24
Seize this rare opportunity to own a distinguished dining venue in a prime area, boasting an investment of over $1.6 million in elegant design and state-of-the-art kitchen facilities. Ideal for an owner-operator, this property offers a turnkey solution for immediate entry into upscale dining market.
Asking Price
$100,000
Cash flow
N/A
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Posting: 281686 | Available | 7/17/23
For sale is a Yuba County, California Type 21 general liquor license for $350,000 plus fees.
Asking Price
$350,000
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Posting: 280646 | Available | 8/12/23
For sale is a Sacramento County Type 47 ABC license. It Authorizes the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for consumption on the licensed premises.
Asking Price
$50,000
Cash flow
$314,812
Revenue
$1,232,808
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Posting: 280396 | Available | 2/18/24
For sale is this popular historic (circa 1859) boutique hotel, restaurant & bar with patio dining and including the owner's entirely separate detached 2-bedroom apartment. This is a hotel & restaurant business and a home all in one. The lot size is over 11,500 sq. ft.
Asking Price
$2,300,000
Cash flow
N/A
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Posting: 283424 | Available | 4/23/24
Located in historic downtown Santa Barbara, this bar and restaurant stands as a vibrant culinary destination that effortlessly marries tradition with innovation, where delectable dining and signature cocktails meet timeless charm.
Asking Price
$999,000
Bldg Size
2,000 Sq.Ft
Space Being Rented
no Sq.Ft
Year Built
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Posting: 285061 | Available | 2/8/24
A restaurant is available for lease in downtown Palo Alto. Palo Alto is recognized as a global leader in cutting-edge tech development, known as the "Birthplace of Silicon Valley.' University Avenue runs through downtown Palo Alto and has casual & upscale restaurants, plus a well-known chain store.
Lease Amount
$28,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$2,000,000
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Posting: 281891 | Available | 8/1/23
Long-established franchise under the same ownership for 42 years that is looking to retire. This year's sales are projected to be over $2m and the rent is only a 6% factor at $11k a month. The hours are 11-9 p.m. 7 days a week & the loyal staff take care of the majority of the day-to-day duties.
Asking Price
$699,000
Cash flow
$224,000
Revenue
$2,381,768
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Posting: 282902 | Available | 10/22/23
This place makes you feel you are somewhere other than Southern California. If you like small-town atmosphere and outdoor charming patio with phenomenal, scrumptious, incredible and amazingly delicious food, this is the place. This place really makes you feel at home and definitely a hidden gem.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$360,000
Down
$25
Posting: 281703 | Available | 7/18/23
Homey counter-service spot for burgers, pizza & sandwiches, with a pool table & nostalgic ambiance. This popular Restaurant is in front of the Industrial condominium complex, close to San Jose International Airport. Perfect location for an Industrial kitchen for mass food production.
Asking Price
$1,499,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
N/A
Posting: 283417 | Available | 10/17/23
This business is located in a busy retail center in Pleasanton. The center has a well-known supermarket as its primary tenant. The location is near the junction of Hwy 580 and 680 and in the primary shopping area of the desirable part of Pleasanton.
Asking Price
$105,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
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Down
$40,000
Posting: 283679 | Available | 4/3/24
For sale is a beautiful restaurant that has the feel of being in a fine dining restaurant in Northern or Southern California. The decor speaks for pride of ownership- chandeliers, marble countertops, decorative flooring, amazing furniture and table combination.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$169,690
Revenue
$1,265,065
Down
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Posting: 283055 | Available | 9/26/23
Michelin Guide Acclaimed - San Diego County - Seaside Resort Town Successful 2800 sq ft restaurant. SBA loan pre-approved for this highly acclaimed Michelin Guide restaurant located in Seaside Resort city. Annual sales revenues exceeded $1.2 million in 2022 and are for sale for $475,000 in 2022.
Asking Price
$395,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
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Posting: 282719 | Available | 3/8/24
For sale is an LA County type 47 liquor license at $140,000 plus fees.
Asking Price
$140,000
Cash flow
N/A
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Posting: 283316 | Available | 1/11/24
Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a well-equipped cafe space strategically located in one of San Francisco's most vibrant and active neighborhoods. Situated in a high-traffic area with a constant flow of pedestrians and vehicles, this prime location is bustling seven days a week.
Asking Price
$49,000
Bldg Size
Call / Email
Space Being Rented
no Sq.Ft
Year Built
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Posting: 285060 | Available | 3/13/24
This is a restaurant for lease that is currently vacant. The landlord is looking for a new high-end concept to occupy this space. The restaurant is located in a prime spot in of downtown Palo Alto surrounded by upscale restaurants, Starbucks, Apple Store, and many shops.
Lease Amount
$28,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 283503 | In Escrow | 2/15/24
Downtown Location: Being located in the downtown area can be a significant advantage for a restaurant. It offers easy access for both locals and tourists, and it often provides a vibrant atmosphere.
Asking Price
$398,000
Cash flow
N/A
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Posting: 283312 | Available | 10/12/23
Turnkey Restaurant for Sale in Chula Vista-Asset Sale. Turnkey 1,200 SF restaurant in Chula Vista. Located in a small neighborhood shopping center in Chula Vista. There could be a variety of food types and type 41 liquor licenses included in the asset sale.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,948,000
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Posting: 281556 | Available | 7/8/23
San Fernando Valley Restaurant Turn-Key Busy Location. Operating in the same prime location since 2015, this high-trafficked, Tarzana eatery with an extensive fish menu, breakfast selection, and salads has been generating a healthy $2 million in annual revenue.
Asking Price
$165,000
Cash flow
$743,093
Revenue
$4,285,169
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Posting: 280464 | Available | 4/30/23
Est 1964 - Iconic Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Restaurant Located in Los Angeles County with Hard Liquor License. This restaurant has been serving from-scratch American and south-of-the-border favorites in this truly unique building since 1964.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$3,300,000
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Posting: 283342 | Available | 3/8/24
For sale is a restaurant and bar located in one of the most sought-after locations in Orange County. It has a beautiful build-out. The business has a full ABC 47 liquor license. Current management is in place and includes a general manager, chef or kitchen manager, and assistant manager.
Asking Price
$1,375,000
Cash flow
$135,613
Revenue
$615,051
Down
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Posting: 280394 | Available | 4/9/24
This is a downtown Santa Barbara restaurant with beer and wine for sale in an ideal location. It is absentee-run and is a turnkey restaurant. A local can easily increase sales to past levels and more. It has new bathrooms and kitchen flooring and additional dining room upgrades have been completed.
Asking Price
$399,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
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Posting: 278787 | Available | 2/1/23
This restaurant in Los Angeles, CA has very big potential and is located in a high foot traffic area. Beer and wine are permitted in the dining area for patrons. Their hours are 5 pm to 11 pm and they are closed on Sunday. The gross sales are $1,036,907. The lease goes until 7/2026 plus 5-year.
Asking Price
$495,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
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Posting: 280307 | Available | 4/26/24
This Sonoma 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 Sonoma County, California.
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
$133,427
Revenue
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Posting: 281794 | Available | 1/19/24
This Restaurant has been a landmark for years. The restaurant offers guests fine dining cuisine in a cozy, comfortable atmosphere. The restaurant currently has a Type 41.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
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Posting: 277905 | Available | 4/1/24
The price has been lowered! This is a closed restaurant for sale. This restaurant is located in Tenderloin Area. It is huge. The address is 177 Eddy St. San Francisco. The size of the restaurant is 4,000 sq. ft and rent is $8,500+ $1,000 (CAM). The hood is over 35 feet. There's a walk-in cooler.
Asking Price
$169,999
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The use of add backs & sellers discretionary cash is common among sellers of businesses when showing their financial information & explaining that the buyer will actually enjoy more profit than is shown. But buyers are cautioned to review documents closely. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen explains.
Owners should keep the fact that they want to sell their small business confidential. Before releasing information to prospective buyers, buyers should commit to confidentiality in writing & should understand why it is important. Peter Siegel, MBA a ProBuy and ProSell Advisor with BizBen explains.
Approaching business owners directly to see if they want to sell can sometimes work well for business buyers searching to buy a small business. Another way is to broadcast your search criteria via the BizBen ProBuy Program to all brokers, agents, and intermediaries who are selling a small business.
In my experience working with the "right banks and financial institutions" repayment ability sometimes overrules collateral pledged by someone needing financing for a business purchase or a down payment. Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen's ProBuy, ProSell Lead Facilitator explores this important topic.
Despite challenges in the business for sale marketplace, some of the brokers who make a living by facilitating a deal between buyer and seller are known to stand in the way of a completed transaction because of some outdated ideas. Too bad they put greed ahead of the needs of their clients.
The idea to have a buying a business checklist follows the adage that it's always useful to start with a plan when searching to buy a small business for sale. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen.com and top advisor of the BizBen ProBuy Program suggests six items for all business buyers to utilize.
The key to finding the ideal business broker or agent and selling a small business is asking the right questions and getting the right answers back! Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen & several top business brokers and agents in California (ProIntermediaries) contribute to this topic to assist sellers.
Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen.com & SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder discusses the difference between a hands on owner and an absentee owner. It covers why someone would want to be an absentee owner and then goes on to discuss the pros and cons of buying an absentee run small to mid-sized business.
Buying a small to mid-sized restaurant can have many pitfalls, and potential restaurant buyers should know how to avoid getting burned! Several restaurant advisors weigh in with (Peter Siegel, MBA at BizBen) and discuss tips for buying a restaurant in California.
Was chatting with a potential buyer of a restaurant in our BizBen ProBuy Program and he asked me what he should look for in due diligence when he finally did find a restaurant he was interested in. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen and others on BizBen explore this topic.
For those who don't know, a non-compete agreement is a contract between a buyer and seller of a business, which after the sale, prohibits the seller from engaging in direct competition with the business they previously sold. Joe Ranieri (Business Broker) adds this topic to a BizBen Discussion Post.
In our BizBen.com June 2021 Monthly Report the top ProIntermediaries and ProAdvisors on BizBen offer their thoughts about the current status of the business for sale marketplace with trends and predictions for Business Buyers, Owner/Sellers, Business Brokers, Agents, Advisors in the near future.
Sometimes business brokers just can't win with their clients, because if an offer comes in too fast & too early then they must have lowballed the price & the seller is suspicious, and if not enough offers come in after putting the business on the market - they may look unproductive to their clients.
As the year winds down, it's tempting for business brokers to go through their old files and throw them out to make room for new client's folders, but that would be foolish. Joe Ranieri (Orange County Business broker) discusses strategies for saving files - a key annual strategy for brokers/agents.
When seeking SBA loan financing many potential business buyers have wrong information about the process of securing the best financing to buy a business. Peter Siegel, MBA a business purchase financing expert delves into the myths regarding SBA financing and business purchase financing.
We're hearing more and more about "crowd funding" through sites like gofundme and kickstarter as a possible way to raise the cash needed to buy a small business. This method of collecting funds has proven successful in other kinds of situations. Could this strategy work when buying a small business?
We all understand the idea of paying too much for a small business. But is there such a thing as not paying enough? That seems like an odd notion, but I'm familiar with situations in which a buyer acquired a small business for a figure substantially under what probably was market value.
Buying a small business is hard enough when there is no competition, so how might a buyer navigate the process when there is additional competition from other buyers? Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program) and others explain a few of the ways that a buyer can beat out other buyers.
When purchasing a small to mid-szied business, there are a multitude of things to evaluate. One area that is often overlooked is the business's culture. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen discusses with potential buyers the importance of understanding how the business runs on a day-to-day basis.
Negotiating the terms of a business deal is a delicate process, where one wrong move can cost you the business that you wanted to purchase. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses the ins and outs of negotiations, and how to work well with the seller to get a deal done.
It's important to remember that selling a business takes time. Unlike selling a house, which can be sold relatively fast, a business can take up to six months to a year to sell. I discuss this topic with other advisors and intermediaries on this BizBen Discussion.
There are a lot of misconceptions about what enhances the value of a business. The following factors in this Discussion are aspects of a business that really drives its value and pricing. A business owner asked me this question today so I wanted to get others view points as well in this Discussion.
It can take months, sometimes longer to sell a small business. Here are 6 questions plus other information from myself plus other BizBen Users to ask yourself to help you determine why your small to mid-sized California business isn't selling. You might be surprised what those reasons are!
Should I Sell My Business During The Holidays Or Wait Till After The New Year? Business Broker Joe Ranieri and others chime in on this BizBen Discussion about selling a business during the Holiday Season.
Applying for a business acquisition loan can be challenging for someone who hasn't been through that process in the past. If one has a mortgage one knows that the value of the property being pledged has to at least equal the amount of the loan, SBA loans to buy a small business are very different.
Yes, there are ways to find businesses with growth potential that can be purchased with modest investments. But before offering any ideas about finding cheap businesses, it's important to review some of the risks involved. Peter Siegel (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses this topic with others.
At What Point Do You Show Key Marketing Info And Materials To Buyers? Robb Hartman, Business Broker at BizBen discusses this topic with others on this BizBen Discussion.
Business buyers many times ask in my ProBuy consulting sessions - how long should I ask for due-diligence when buying a small business? The answer really depends on several factors. They include: type of business, demand for the business, complexity of the business. Advisors weigh in on this topic.
The owner selling the business doesn't have recent financial information or documentation but insists revenues are increasing. Should buyers believe the seller? What should buyers do in this situation? ProIntermediaries on BizBen answer the question of verifying seller / owner's financial claims.
When considering buying a business that is losing money one has to be very careful. There are reasons that the business could be losing money that aren't fatal or extremely difficult to fix and there are other reasons that should send you running in the other direction. Peter Siegel, MBA explains.
Asking the seller straightforward questions and getting straightforward answers in return is an important part of the buying and due diligence process. In this Discussion, both ProIntermediaries and Advisors offer thorough questions you should be asking during your meeting with a business seller.
