Cash flow
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Revenue
$267,133
Down
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Posting: 292098 | Available | 5/19/25
Busy mattress and furniture liquidation store located in a high-traffic area! Minimal effort to operate with built-in revenue and low monthly overhead. Located in a busy strip mall with lots of foot traffic. Rare opportunity with high-end brands!
Asking Price
$120,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$703,907
Down
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Posting: 292113 | Available | 5/19/25
Highly reputable custom cabinet manufacturer specializing in both commercial and residential carpentry woodworks. With over 25 years of experience in the woodworking field, their team of expert carpenters specialize in the use of natural wood, Formica, and laminate materials.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$650,000
Down
$1,990,000
Posting: 288542 | Available | 5/15/25
Semi-Absentee Owned Mattress & Furniture Store - Real Estate Included - SC2201 Retail Businesses for Sale Primary Category: Furniture & Furnishings Stores for Sale
Asking Price
$1,990,000
Cash flow
$268,000
Revenue
$400,000
Down
$1,285,000
Posting: 281972 | Available | 5/14/25
Northern California Based Window And Door Screen Manufacturer - SC2144 Building & Construction Businesses for Sale Primary Category: Other Building & Construction Businesses for Sale
Asking Price
$1,285,000
Cash flow
$275,000
Revenue
$1,200,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285784 | Available | 5/15/25
Turn Key and Profitable smart home audio-visual home automation and integration systems sales, installation, and service company. Under original ownership since 1979. 2024 gross sales were in the $1.2M range with net earnings of $275K+/.
Asking Price
$645,000
Cash flow
$110,000
Revenue
$145,000
Down
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Posting: 270301 | Available | 5/15/25
Interiorscapes provides consistent, quality interior plantscape design, installation and maintenance for their clients. They customized every interior plant design to fit the needs of their clients, taking in the requirements of each architectural style, traffic pattern and light source.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
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Posting: 292756 | Available | 5/13/25
This company can do everything from changing a light bulb, hanging large art, repairing a sticky window or door, patching holes in sheetrock to water damage/rot repairs, partial kitchen and bathroom remodels, exterior siding repairs, fencing and the list goes on and on.
Asking Price
$775,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$613,000
Down
$130,000
Posting: 287564 | Available | 5/9/25
Established in 2003, this licensed, bonded, and insured specialty contractor has been a trusted provider of high-quality custom window treatments for over two decades and serves the West San Gabriel Valley.
Asking Price
$130,000
Cash flow
$175,962
Revenue
$785,648
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292701 | Available | 5/8/25
FOR SALE! This is an excellent opportunity to own a well-established profitable, turnkey business that focuses on closet design and installation services. But that's not all. We also custom remodel and build storage solutions for media rooms, kitchen pantries, garages, basements, offices and more.
Asking Price
$495,000
Cash flow
$118,000
Revenue
$464,000
Down
$25,000
Posting: 292638 | Available | 5/6/25
Established High-End Window Coverings co. Certified Hunter Douglas brand dealer in SF Bay Area. High Net with lots of room to grow. No Special License required. SBA Preapproved with $25K down. Owner is selling to retire after 30 years in business. Extensive Training and Supports available.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$292,482
Revenue
$2,212,545
Down
$999,000
Posting: 292599 | Available | 5/2/25
This home improvement company specializes in delivering comprehensive residential performance solutions designed to enhance energy efficiency and reduce utility costs for homeowners.
Asking Price
$999,000
Cash flow
$287,540
Revenue
$1,131,792
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292565 | Available | 5/1/25
This well-established, artisan home furnishing and decor store presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully staffed, turn-key business with strong financial performance and significant growth potential.
Asking Price
$899,000
Cash flow
$299,000
Revenue
$701,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292543 | Available | 5/1/25
Are you ready to own a thriving home efficiency business in a high-demand industry? This is a well-established insulation installation business that is highly profitable and runs extremely smoothly.
Asking Price
$500,000
Cash flow
$211,520
Revenue
$610,590
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 291291 | Available | 5/1/25
Centrally located in Ventura County with convenient access to coastal and urban destinations, this well-established retail operation offers a thoughtfully curated selection of handmade rugs, home decor items, and antiques.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$221,504
Revenue
$500,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 289863 | Available | 4/30/25
AMAZING RCFE FOR SALE IN PASADENA! $1,400,000 property. Contact us today to schedule a tour. DEAL OF THE WEEK! $75,000 BUSINESS 5 STAR GOOGLE AND YELP RATINGS!
Asking Price
$75,000
Cash flow
$20,922
Revenue
$181,615
Down
$99,000
Posting: 287533 | Available | 4/25/25
Offering an extensive range of eco-friendly cleaning products and household essentials, since 2018 this online retailer has focused on sustainability and quality. Their product line includes natural cleaning solutions, high-quality natural fiber clothing, non-toxic kitchen items, catering.
Asking Price
$99,000
Cash flow
$592,830
Revenue
$3,784,390
Down
$2,700,000
Posting: 292227 | Available | 4/22/25
Highly Profitable, 30-Yr Old-Recession-Proof, Established Market Leader in a Niche Industry. SBA Approved. This well-established debt-free commercial window treatment company is the largest player in its local market, serving general contractors and architects with unmatched expertise.
Asking Price
$2,700,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,618,081
Down
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Posting: 292093 | Available | 4/18/25
Step into the thriving world of retail with this successful furniture reseller business. Located in a prime area, this business boasts a spacious 12,000 square foot showroom, perfectly designed to display an extensive range of high-quality furniture.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$198,005
Down
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Posting: 292087 | Available | 4/15/25
Fine Home Decor Store located in a high traffic AAA mall location. The home decor includes chandeliers, bronze statues, fine artwork, furniture, crystal decor and collectibles. Owner is retiring after operating a successful business for 12 years.
Asking Price
$230,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$140,752
Down
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Posting: 292067 | Available | 4/15/25
SELLER CARRY FINANCING available for qualified Buyer with $40,000 down payment and a note for the balance of $29,900 payable over two years at 5% interest!. EMAIL NOW before it is gone! For the fastest reply to your inquiry, please use this ad's email reply!
Asking Price
$69,900
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$203,032
Down
$30,000
Posting: 292116 | Available | 4/14/25
The business, located in Michigan, is a thriving business dedicated to enhancing home comfort and outdoor enjoyment. Specializing in easy-to-install window insulation and screen porch panels, the business has earned a reputation for offering affordable, high-quality products.
Asking Price
$90,000
Cash flow
$270,617
Revenue
$1,091,371
Down
$400,000
Posting: 282792 | Available | 4/12/25
For sale is a profitable, leading hearth (fireplace/stove) distributor and installer in the greater foothills of Sacramento County. There are more than 65 wood, gas, pellet, and electric stoves, inserts, and fireplaces on display in the fully stocked, 3,000-square-foot showroom.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$26,000
Posting: 290403 | Available | 4/11/25
For sale is a furniture store in a great location, featuring a 1,106 sq. ft. two-story showroom near downtown Los Angeles. The store operates only five days a week from 10 AM to 4 PM and has a reasonable rent.
Asking Price
$26,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$336,000
Down
$95,000
Posting: 291414 | Available | 4/2/25
Turverson & Co. located in the heart of fashionable El Paseo in Palm Desert, this established business has been a staple in the community for 53 years, offering a curated selection of high-end tabletop items, exquisite home decor, unique giftware, luxurious bath accessories, and fine linens.
Asking Price
$95,000
Cash flow
$135,000
Revenue
$597,765
Down
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Posting: 287515 | Available | 4/1/25
Established in 1981, this residential & commercial landscaping company provides exceptional construction, maintenance, sprinkler systems & lawn care services in the greater Santa Barbara area. They have a strong crew, stellar reputation and established accounts.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$259,204
Down
$100,000
Posting: 289255 | Available | 3/29/25
Online Designer Baby Product Brand with Amazon, Shopify & TikTok
Asking Price
$100,000
Cash flow
$427,139
Revenue
$4,142,577
Down
$124,900
Posting: 291053 | Available | 3/12/25
Well-established home renovation and design center known for exceptional craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. The business offers a comprehensive range of services, including premium flooring, custom window treatments, and full-service kitchen and bathroom remodeling.
Asking Price
$1,249,000
Cash flow
$266,841
Revenue
$1,902,635
Down
$500,000
Posting: 290512 | Available | 3/11/25
Looking to transform your space? This 30-year-old business specializes in a wide range of services, including home additions, remodels, tenant improvements, service work, outdoor kitchens, and painting. With a strong focus on online marketing and an expansive database.
Asking Price
$500,000
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$650,000
Down
$1,990,000
Posting: 288542 | Available | 5/15/25
Semi-Absentee Owned Mattress & Furniture Store - Real Estate Included - SC2201 Retail Businesses for Sale Primary Category: Furniture & Furnishings Stores for Sale
Asking Price
$1,990,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$267,133
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292098 | Available | 5/19/25
Busy mattress and furniture liquidation store located in a high-traffic area! Minimal effort to operate with built-in revenue and low monthly overhead. Located in a busy strip mall with lots of foot traffic. Rare opportunity with high-end brands!
Asking Price
$120,000
Cash flow
$268,000
Revenue
$400,000
Down
$1,285,000
Posting: 281972 | Available | 5/14/25
Northern California Based Window And Door Screen Manufacturer - SC2144 Building & Construction Businesses for Sale Primary Category: Other Building & Construction Businesses for Sale
Asking Price
$1,285,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$703,907
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292113 | Available | 5/19/25
Highly reputable custom cabinet manufacturer specializing in both commercial and residential carpentry woodworks. With over 25 years of experience in the woodworking field, their team of expert carpenters specialize in the use of natural wood, Formica, and laminate materials.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$216,000
Revenue
Call / Email
Down
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Posting: 268739 | Available | 7/31/21
This is a profitable business and this is a rare opportunity to own this great business to make money. This lawnmower shop has everything you need for the lawnmowers and one shop stop. Shop carries all the highest quality brands.
Asking Price
$380,000
Cash flow
$80,000
Revenue
$286,184
Down
$135,000
Posting: 273276 | Available | 2/16/24
This specialty maintenance firm has provided post-construction cleaning services to general contractors (60%-70% of the business), architects, and upscale homeowners in the greater Los Angeles area for over 12 years. The majority of the company's business is now recurring and referral based.
Asking Price
$135,000
Cash flow
$275,000
Revenue
$1,200,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285784 | Available | 5/15/25
Turn Key and Profitable smart home audio-visual home automation and integration systems sales, installation, and service company. Under original ownership since 1979. 2024 gross sales were in the $1.2M range with net earnings of $275K+/.
Asking Price
$645,000
Cash flow
$269,175
Revenue
$1,216,969
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 287353 | Available | 10/29/24
The business provides specialty appliance and related products to homeowners and contractors. The company sells a range of manufacturer lines, and its revenues are generated from installing specialty appliances, retail store sales, and repairs and maintenance services.
Asking Price
$750,000
Cash flow
$80,000
Revenue
$350,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 290041 | Available | 3/3/25
With over three decades of expertise, Moda Lighting has been a trusted name in the manufacturing of custom lighting for residential, hospitality, and commercial industries. Their state-of-the-art facility and experienced team produce a wide range of handcrafted light fixtures.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
$116,031
Revenue
$789,379
Down
$360,000
Posting: 287923 | Available | 11/5/24
Local plumbing contractor serving San Diego County. Focuses on contracts for custom homes and remodeling plumbing. Customers are homeowners and general contractors. Known for quality work and excellent customer service. Operating for decades.
Asking Price
$360,000
Cash flow
$170,000
Revenue
$644,000
Down
$300,000
Posting: 267070 | Available | 3/17/22
Begun as a tiny tool store in 1986, skyway tool center is now a 5000 sq. ft. retail tool store located in beautiful Chico, California. A family owned and operated tool business, skyway tool center opened skywaytools. com in 1995. In 2005 the tool store owners built a new tool store after renting.
Asking Price
$549,000
Cash flow
$370,000
Revenue
$2,000,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 288386 | Available | 9/10/24
For sale is a turnkey operation equipped with everything necessary to run a successful home furnishing company, including vehicles, an office, showroom, tools, and computer equipment. With profitable contracts secured well into 2024, you can start earning revenue from day one.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
Cash flow
$118,000
Revenue
$464,000
Down
$25,000
Posting: 292638 | Available | 5/6/25
Established High-End Window Coverings co. Certified Hunter Douglas brand dealer in SF Bay Area. High Net with lots of room to grow. No Special License required. SBA Preapproved with $25K down. Owner is selling to retire after 30 years in business. Extensive Training and Supports available.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$336,000
Down
$95,000
Posting: 291414 | Available | 4/2/25
Turverson & Co. located in the heart of fashionable El Paseo in Palm Desert, this established business has been a staple in the community for 53 years, offering a curated selection of high-end tabletop items, exquisite home decor, unique giftware, luxurious bath accessories, and fine linens.
Asking Price
$95,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$613,000
Down
$130,000
Posting: 287564 | Available | 5/9/25
Established in 2003, this licensed, bonded, and insured specialty contractor has been a trusted provider of high-quality custom window treatments for over two decades and serves the West San Gabriel Valley.
Asking Price
$130,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
Call / Email
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 263995 | Available | 6/17/22
This is an opportunity to own one of the largest collections of antique plumbing fixtures and parts in the United States - at a discounted price! The inventory ranges from beautiful, turn-of-the-century clawfoot tubs and rib-cage showers, to beautifully decorated China toilets and sinks!
Asking Price
$349,000
Cash flow
$250,000
Revenue
$960,000
Down
$115,000
Posting: 285401 | In Escrow | 9/3/24
PRICE REDUCED - Swimming pool maintenance and repair business, specializing in servicing residential and commercial swimming pools, spas and water features. It is cost effective and customized for all types of swimming pools. It is licensed, bonded; the business adheres to State Health codes.
Asking Price
$525,000
Cash flow
$259,538
Revenue
$1,177,793
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 284024 | Available | 2/4/25
Consistently profitable business provides retail sales, delivery, and servicing of spas & bbq's. Price reduced to $645,000! Owners retiring after 36 years in the spa/bbq business. Price reduced. The well-lit immaculate showroom has excellent eye-catching signage along a busy commercial street.
Asking Price
$645,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$198,005
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292087 | Available | 4/15/25
Fine Home Decor Store located in a high traffic AAA mall location. The home decor includes chandeliers, bronze statues, fine artwork, furniture, crystal decor and collectibles. Owner is retiring after operating a successful business for 12 years.
Asking Price
$230,000
Cash flow
$592,830
Revenue
$3,784,390
Down
$2,700,000
Posting: 292227 | Available | 4/22/25
Highly Profitable, 30-Yr Old-Recession-Proof, Established Market Leader in a Niche Industry. SBA Approved. This well-established debt-free commercial window treatment company is the largest player in its local market, serving general contractors and architects with unmatched expertise.
Asking Price
$2,700,000
Cash flow
$105,492
Revenue
$267,518
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 279027 | In Contract | 1/27/25
This company provides water treatment solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. They offer a range of products and services including water softeners, reverse osmosis systems, iron filters, and more to improve the quality and safety of water.
Asking Price
$197,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$299,759
Down
$175,000
Posting: 250601 | Available | 10/6/20
Well established profitable commercial glass & door service company providing excellent services & quality products in bay area. This glass & door service has been established since 1992 and the current owner has operated for 27 years, now wants to retire as of health and need to sell.
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
$507,000
Revenue
$642,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 281085 | Available | 6/6/23
This established, diversified independent agency, appointed by top P&C, Standard and Non-Standard, Auto, Health, and Home Carriers, is offering its Agency or Book of Business. Of the 2700 policies, the P&C distribution is approximately Homeowners -25%, Auto -70%, Commercial -5%, and Healthcare.
Asking Price
$3,100,000
Cash flow
$153,845
Revenue
$1,742,715
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 288588 | Available | 9/22/24
This Company builds high end, beautiful, custom modern mountain and log homes, complete with design and build services. In addition, this company provides expertise in remodeling all areas of the home (kitchens, bathrooms, basements etc), including roofing specialization, allowing for flexibility.
Asking Price
$850,000
Cash flow
$292,482
Revenue
$2,212,545
Down
$999,000
Posting: 292599 | Available | 5/2/25
This home improvement company specializes in delivering comprehensive residential performance solutions designed to enhance energy efficiency and reduce utility costs for homeowners.
Asking Price
$999,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,762,563
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 283211 | Available | 10/4/23
This is a great opportunity to take over a well-known and respected home improvement retailer. It is fully turn-key. This business is ready for a new owner with experience and expertise to come in and drive sales. With inventory, you cannot find in other similar stores.
Asking Price
$949,999
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$6,782,334
Down
$3,400,000
Posting: 274987 | Available | 7/9/22
This patio and remodeling contractor provides dynamic and custom solutions for its clients throughout Northern California. To drive additional growth, the business has also recently expanded into bathroom remodels and renovation. Known for providing the highest quality product offerings and service.
Asking Price
$3,400,000
Cash flow
$427,139
Revenue
$4,142,577
Down
$124,900
Posting: 291053 | Available | 3/12/25
Well-established home renovation and design center known for exceptional craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. The business offers a comprehensive range of services, including premium flooring, custom window treatments, and full-service kitchen and bathroom remodeling.
Asking Price
$1,249,000
The Veld Group provides a refreshing approach to Business Brokerage, Mergers & Acquisitions and Business Consulting and Valuations. From Your Street to Wall Street, we cater to Main Street Businesses as well as more complex Strategic Firms and Start-Ups.
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McGovern Escrow Services, Inc., is a leading independent escrow company. We are a trusted partner with our clients, assisting them through the tangled bulk sale & liquor license transfer process. We provide attentive, quality & innovative customer service. Phone Elizabeth McGovern at 415-735-3645.
ServingSan Francisco Bay Area, North Bay, Central Valley
If your business involves alcoholic beverage sales, we can help. Obtaining a liquor license transfer or selling a business with a license in California does not have to be a frustrating and overwhelming process. We have procured thousands of licenses for our clients.
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Laundry consulting, due diligence, buyer representation: We preview laundries for you and evaluate them. 28 years laundry industry experience: buying, selling, valuing, retooling, analyzing, consulting services for laundry buyers and entrepreneurs in California. Contact us today about our services.
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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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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.
