Cash flow
$216,000
Revenue
$960,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 286240 | Available | 4/23/24
This liquor store near SoFi Stadium is for sale. The store opening time is from 7 AM to 10 PM. Lease has 15 years left and rent is $7,500 NNN. Lotto income is monthly $5,400 and store size is about 3,500 SF. This business has a huge potential for sales increase.
Asking Price
$825,000
Cash flow
$336,000
Revenue
$11,400,000
Down
$450,000
Posting: 285765 | Available | 4/22/24
The liquor store with extra income and very low rent at $2,805 gross lease with new 5years plus (1) five year option. The rent increase 3% each year on it. No competition near by it. Mostly all Hispanic customers and great net income after all expenses $25,000 to $30,000 per month.
Asking Price
$1,050,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,150,000
Down
$600,000
Posting: 285148 | Available | 4/22/24
A fantastic opportunity awaits with this well-appointed liquor store, complete with the property for sale. Situated in a prime, highly visible location at a bustling intersection teeming with traffic, this store boasts excellent exposure. It was recently remodeled at 3,000 sq ft.
Asking Price
$2,250,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$480,000
Down
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Posting: 283199 | Available | 4/22/24
For sale is a liquor store on a main thoroughfare. The monthly sales are $40,000. The business hours are 9 am - 11 pm. The size of the store is around 2,000 sq. ft and the rent is $3,500. The reason is for selling is because the seller is moving. The store has good margins of around 40%.
Asking Price
$199,999
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 273164 | Available | 4/22/24
This well-established liquor store is located in prime location of town in San Francisco County, CA on a 2300 sq. ft. Seller claims average annual gross sales liquor store sales are $720,000 at 35% margin. Pharmacy Sales $2,300,000.
Asking Price
$390,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
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Posting: 282784 | Available | 4/22/24
This is a five-star liquor store and a fantastic opportunity to own this clean store with internet access with Uber or delivery. The seller claims average store and internet (online) sales which were recently established is $900,000 at a 40% average margin.
Asking Price
325,000+ Inv
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$900,000
Down
$900,000
Posting: 285790 | Available | 4/21/24
For sale in Mission Hills, San Diego, is a thriving liquor store situated in a prime location. Originally a pizza shop that also offered a selection of liquor, beer, and wine, this establishment underwent a complete renovation in 2021, resulting in a modern and inviting space.
Asking Price
$900,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 283572 | Available | 4/20/24
For sale is a liquor store that has 15 walk-in coolers and 5 coolers. This place has big potential as it is a great location with a huge parking lot. Size 2,800 sq ft. Rent of $5,000 (New lease available). Gross income $35,000-$40,000. The hours are from 10am-10pm.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$1,400,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 285647 | Available | 4/18/24
Situated in the vibrant West Hollywood area, this hot location boasts a 100% absentee-run operation with a high margin of 45%. Previously achieving monthly sales of $120,000 in 2023, which surged to $200,000 per month during the pandemic, this establishment operates from 10:00 am to 12:00 am.
Asking Price
$900,000
Cash flow
$360,000
Revenue
$2,200,000
Down
$650,000
Posting: 285646 | Available | 4/18/24
For sale is a hot location that is absentee-run with a high margin of 45%. They used to sell $180,000/month (off sale $90,000 & online sale $90,000). Their open hours are from 9am-2am. It is 3,000+ sq ft. with upstairs. They have a new lease (5+5 years) and rent is $9,200 including NNN.
Asking Price
$1,600,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$300,000
Down
Cash
Posting: 285704 | Available | 4/18/24
For sale is a liquor store that is open 6 days a week (Sun & holiday closed). Short hours from 8:00am-7:30pm , 8:00am-6:00pm (Saturday). The opening hours can be extended. It is a liquor store with big potential, so the best for beginners. No Lottery, No EBT, No ATM, NO check cashing. Rent $ 1800/m
Asking Price
$79,000
Cash flow
$108,000
Revenue
$516,000
Down
$50
Posting: 286178 | Available | 4/17/24
Located on the Westside of Long Beach, the establishment has short open hours from 9 am to 8 pm and holds a clean ABC license. The owner, who has been the same since 2013, is tired and in need of a break. Despite this, the business benefits from reasonable rent at $3,900 per month.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$240,000
Revenue
$1,000,000
Down
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Posting: 285183 | Available | 4/15/24
Located in a predominantly Latino neighborhood characterized by high foot traffic, this store boasts a substantial volume of business. With a remarkably low monthly rent of $2,800, the opportunity for profit is substantial. The potential to accept EBT could further increase revenue streams.
Asking Price
810,000 (Reduced)
Cash flow
$78,000
Revenue
$600,000
Down
$299,000
Posting: 286135 | Available | 4/15/24
This well-established liquor store is ideally situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Koreatown. It boasts a loyal customer base from the surrounding community. After 12 years of successful operation and hands-on management alongside dedicated employees, the current owner has decided to retire.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$720,000
Down
$450,000
Posting: 255696 | Available | 4/15/24
For sale is a well-established liquor store in Corona, Riverside County for many years. It's remodeled, has high margins, and a strong median income area. It's in a good location, with no competition nearby.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$960,000
Down
$300,000
Posting: 286102 | Available | 4/12/24
This is a freestanding liquor with parking spaces in the back, front, and street. It has been under current ownership for over 15 years and is run by all employees. It has heavy traffic and behind it are many residential areas. Adding more business hours and check cashing can increase potential.
Asking Price
$640,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$900,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 285441 | Available | 4/9/24
For sale is a very clean and nice liquor and wine shop at city of Torrance with nice ample parking space. It is in a safe location and busy street in a mini shopping center. The size is about 2,100 sq ft. for a rent/lease of $6,100 plus NNN ($800).
Asking Price
$550,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$720,000
Down
N/A
Posting: 277866 | Available | 4/9/24
This is a long-time established liquor store for sale. It has very clean wooden shelves including a camera system, including metal gates from the outside for safety. It is in a nice and safe neighborhood area with heavy traffic. There are two bar locations in the same block.
Asking Price
$299,999
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$392,000
Down
$275,000
Posting: 286045 | Available | 4/8/24
The liquor store is a retail business that primarily sells prepackaged liquors, wines, beers, and lotto tickets. It is situated in a great area with a long lease and a spacious size, near Fountain Valley and adjacent to Mile Square Park. With the right buyer, it is possible to secure an SBA loan.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
$1,800,000
Down
$990,000
Posting: 268152 | Available | 4/6/24
For sale is an absentee-run liquor store in Long Beach. Currently manager have been operated 18 years. SBA loan is possible for qualified buyers. They have a low rent of $5,691 + NNN per month with a. long term lease. Monthly average sales are $150,000+. The current owner doesn't work in the store.
Asking Price
$1,250,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,425,000
Down
$30
Posting: 286000 | Available | 4/5/24
High-volume liquor store with a great location. Located on a busy street. It has a wide selection of products, from fresh produce to beer and wine. The store also has a great income, making it a great investment for anyone looking to start their own business.
Asking Price
$1,245,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,385,000
Down
$30
Posting: 285980 | Available | 4/4/24
This high-traffic liquor store with a QSR that serves dinner & drinks. It is a great place to shop for all your food and liquor needs. It has very low rent. It is open 7 days a week from 8am to 10pm.
Asking Price
$1,299,500
Cash flow
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Posting: 284448 | Available | 4/3/24
This well-established liquor store is strategically located in a high-traffic area, ensuring consistent visibility and foot traffic. The store offers a wide and curated selection of premium liquors, wines, and spirits, catering to a diverse customer base with varying tastes and preferences.
Asking Price
$190,000
Cash flow
$192,000
Revenue
$1,032,000
Down
$35
Posting: 285909 | Available | 3/30/24
This is a busy liquor store in the South Bay area for sale! There is enough room to add up more inventory to increase sales. The rent is reasonable and it makes very good extra income from the lottery and scratcher. The reason to sell are due to the health issues of the retiring owner.
Asking Price
$570,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$960,000
Down
$800,000
Posting: 285901 | Available | 3/29/24
For sale is a liquor store with property. A 2 bedroom 1 bath house is included in the back. They have good parking space on the side of the property with easy street parking. It is in a mixed area near LAX airport with no ABC conditions. They have Lotto and accept EBT. It is around 2,600 sq ft.
Asking Price
$3,200,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 285763 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a liquor store for sale. The business hours are from 9am to 9pm. The State of New Mexico's new Alcoholic Business License Issue is strictly restricted. Seller's financing shall be possible for many years to a qualified buyer with a negotiable down payment.
Asking Price
$1,150,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 285839 | Available | 3/26/24
Great business opportunity! We introduce this new listing in the Van Ness area of San Francisco where it's very active with public transportation right outside the establishment too. This business has many items (food/groceries, snacks, a variety of beverages and alcohol like, beer, wine).
Asking Price
$595,000
Posting: 285832 | Available | 3/26/24
We have mutiple cash buyers that want to purchase a "High Volume Liquor Store" (Type-21 Off Sale), it has to gross minimum of $80K per month. Has to be located in San Diego County. Will consider other counites. Broker will not charge commission to the seller.
Total Investment
$69,000
Min Liquid Cash
$59,000
Net Worth
N/A
Posting: 285583 | Available | 5/5/24
Own your very own Quick Mart convenience store. It is better than a 7-Eleven and Circle K. There are no monthly fees and no franchise fees, just a one-time payment of $99,999. Training to run your store usually takes just 3 days. Business opportunity fee: $20,000 included in $99K.
Franchise Fee
$0
Cash flow
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Revenue
$850,000
Down
$125,000
Posting: 276891 | Available | 10/16/22
For sale is a well-established liquor store in a busy residential area with the seller willing carry most of the purchase price. With SBA rates headed towards 10%, the seller is willing to carry for less. The monthly sales are $70,000, the rent is $3,500 per month. The buyer would only $125,000 down
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$720,000
Down
$249,999
Posting: 284198 | Available | 1/16/24
Whether you're an experienced entrepreneur or a newcomer, this turnkey business is ready for a smooth transition. All the hard work has been done so step in and continue the success modern design in a great South end of San Fernando Valley location.
Asking Price
$249,999
Cash flow
$1,750,000
Revenue
$1,750,000
Down
$1,250,000
Posting: 284942 | Available | 4/26/24
Established in 2007, with a consistent owner-operator, this upscale liquor store, strategically located, offers a variety of hot food and deli sandwiches. Operating under the same ownership since its inception, the business boasts impressive financials and substantial profitability.
Asking Price
$1,250,000
Cash flow
$540,000
Revenue
$4,900,000
Down
$1,500,000
Posting: 279623 | Available | 1/18/24
For sale is a high-volume liquor business in a medium-sized shopping center near HWY 2. The store's opening time is from 9 AM to 10 PM. The store size is about 2,500 sq ft. and rent is $9,400 per month including the NNN charge. The lease has 7 years left, though additional options can be sought.
Asking Price
$1,600,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$480,000
Down
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Posting: 283199 | Available | 4/22/24
For sale is a liquor store on a main thoroughfare. The monthly sales are $40,000. The business hours are 9 am - 11 pm. The size of the store is around 2,000 sq. ft and the rent is $3,500. The reason is for selling is because the seller is moving. The store has good margins of around 40%.
Asking Price
$199,999
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$1,200,000
Down
$600,000
Posting: 274030 | Available | 5/13/22
Rare opportunity to buy a high volume liquor store with real estate in Concord area. Beautiful corner lot on a very busy intersection. The lot is approx 11,000 sq. ft and building is 2400 sq. ft. The store has its own parking. Store does about 100k/m at 28%. Buyer must have at least 600k.
Asking Price
$2,350,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 284951 | In Escrow | 3/1/24
For sale is a neighborhood convenience store with beer and wine with liquor, in Lodi, a busy populated location with $140,000 gross sales per month. There is a Lotto + ATM for additional income and it is 2,650 square feet. An inventory of $450,000 is not included in the purchase price. -IN ESCROW!
Asking Price
$1,350,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$600,000
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Posting: 284066 | Available | 3/1/24
This is a good liquor store that has potential and an ample parking lot. The rent is $3,500/month It is semi-absentee run.
Asking Price
$265,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,450,000
Down
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Posting: 270941 | Available | 11/14/21
This is well established and maintained liquor store for sale in La Mirada. it is located on the corner with heavy traffic. and is easily accessible an ample parking lots. the surrounding area mainly consist of apartments, houses, commercials, and a variety of other businesses. Huge-sized store.
Asking Price
$980,000
Cash flow
$335,000
Revenue
$2,000,000
Down
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Posting: 284005 | Available | 11/23/23
This is a well-established franchise C-store located on a busy intersection with excellent visibility in Contra Costa County, California. The seller has decided to sell due to family time management. This business is doing exceptionally well in sales, with an enormous upside.
Asking Price
$549,900
Cash flow
$450,000
Revenue
$2,000,000
Down
$2,000,000
Posting: 281505 | Available | 10/15/23
This is a long-established high-volume liquor store with lots of potential and a strip center included in the sale. The owner works a couple of hours a day. It is on a busy street in central Los Angeles. The store grosses approximately $ 170,000-180,000 a month.
Asking Price
$4,500,000
Cash flow
$226,751
Revenue
$1,231,473
Down
$475,000
Posting: 285768 | Available | 4/29/24
This specialty meat market with an off-sale beer, wine and spirit license offers its loyal patrons the finest cuts of the globe's most premium meats and helps pair them with similarly rare specialty wines and liquors.
Asking Price
$365,000
Cash flow
$78,000
Revenue
$600,000
Down
$299,000
Posting: 286135 | Available | 4/15/24
This well-established liquor store is ideally situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Koreatown. It boasts a loyal customer base from the surrounding community. After 12 years of successful operation and hands-on management alongside dedicated employees, the current owner has decided to retire.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
$20
Posting: 284117 | Available | 2/12/24
For sale is a well-established grocery, meat, and liquor market with gas outside. There is separate laundry & rental income from a retail strip available with the property. The two buildings are roughly 4,000 sq ft. each. It is across a big hospital and residential area.
Asking Price
$5,200,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$720,000
Down
$450,000
Posting: 255696 | Available | 4/15/24
For sale is a well-established liquor store in Corona, Riverside County for many years. It's remodeled, has high margins, and a strong median income area. It's in a good location, with no competition nearby.
Asking Price
$450,000
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Posting: 191742 | Available | 10/5/20
For sale is a high-volume grocery/liquor store with property in Sacramento. A full beer, wine, and liquor license is included with NO conditions. Store Sales are $140k + @ 33%-35% profit.
Asking Price
$6,000,000
Cash flow
$204,000
Revenue
$1,200,000
Down
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Posting: 275816 | Available | 11/23/22
Liquor and real estate for sale in Los Angeles County, CA. This is your chance to own your business on your property at a reasonable price. The store has been established for over 30 years and there are 3 full-time employees and owner works. It is semi-absentee run.
Asking Price
$1,400,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$392,000
Down
$275,000
Posting: 286045 | Available | 4/8/24
The liquor store is a retail business that primarily sells prepackaged liquors, wines, beers, and lotto tickets. It is situated in a great area with a long lease and a spacious size, near Fountain Valley and adjacent to Mile Square Park. With the right buyer, it is possible to secure an SBA loan.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 276344 | Available | 9/18/22
Liquor store located in Los Angeles County at a strip shopping center consisting of several other businesses. You can be your own boss and expand the business. The liquor store owners are looking to add another store. High-density population in the given area. Gross sale is $70,000, rent is $1600.
Asking Price
$575,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 285080 | Available | 5/3/24
For sale is a neighborhood convenience store with beer and wine with liquor, in Fremont, a busy populated location with $125,000 gross sales per month. There is a Lotto + ATM+ Bitcoin for additional income and it is 5,000 square feet. An inventory of $300,000 is not included in the purchase price.
Asking Price
$1,050,000
Cash flow
$102,000
Revenue
$504,000
Down
$50
Posting: 282861 | Available | 9/15/23
This liquor store is located in a busy shopping center surrounded by homes and apartments. It has a reasonable rent at $4,200/month for 1,800 sq ft. It has a good profit margin at 40%. Selling due to partnership split. Must check it out. There is plenty of parking. Inventory is around $60,000.
Asking Price
$249,999
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$540,000
Down
$35
Posting: 264137 | Available | 9/8/21
Cozy, but very profitable liquor in North Orange County, safe neighborhood, highly margin as compare to other area, possible to manage by one person. Must see it. Monthly sale : $50,000. Profit margin 40%. SBA loan still possible.
Asking Price
$180,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
20-25% minimum
Posting: 280358 | Available | 4/24/23
Hard Liquor License/Convenient Store with Branded Gas station available for Sale in the Sutter County area. Currently, it's doing $65,000 average monthly Store sales and pumping 40,000 Gas Gallons at a very high margin.
Asking Price
$1,800,000
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Posting: 275705 | Available | 8/13/22
Well-managed beer a wine market for sale. Profit $15,000/month. Gross sales 65,000/month lease term 10yr plus 5yr option. Rent $3,500 under current ownership over 20 years. Great neighbors and great parking space. This is a great opportunity for a first-time buyer or experienced buyer. Absentee run.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 275839 | Available | 8/18/22
Bay area, nice and clean. Ample parking lot store size of 2200 sqft. Gross sales $60,000. Rent is $5773 3+5yr lease remaining. 100% help run. Present owner has owned for 22 years. Inventory is approximately $100,000. Good for a new buyer or family run.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,150,000
Down
$600,000
Posting: 285148 | Available | 4/22/24
A fantastic opportunity awaits with this well-appointed liquor store, complete with the property for sale. Situated in a prime, highly visible location at a bustling intersection teeming with traffic, this store boasts excellent exposure. It was recently remodeled at 3,000 sq ft.
Asking Price
$2,250,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
$1,600,000
Posting: 278215 | Available | 1/10/24
For sale is a freestanding building with a liquor license and all equipment & fixtures are included in the sales price. It is located in a very busy area. This is a great location and they are currently only selling grocery items, cigarettes, drinks, candy, etc. Not selling alcohol at this time. As
Asking Price
$1,600,000
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Only 30% of all small businesses for sale that are put on the market overall are sold! A surprising statistic to most business owners, agents, and brokers trying to sell a small business! If however you follow the strategies (BizBen Protocol Method) in this blog post you should see success!
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.
As an Advisor On BizBen I talk to many California business owners, business buyers, brokers, and agents on a daily basis about valuing California small to mid-sized businesses. Many key factors go into this analysis including market demand, history of earnings, and even how the deal is structured.
Peter Siegel, MBA - Lead Advisor with the BizBen.com ProSell Program discusses critical steps to prepare a small to mid-sized business including: which documents will be needed, key advisors to have involved, pricing the business, and how to attract the right business buyers to your listing.
One of the most difficult challenges when purchasing a small business is expressed by this prospective buyer of a liquor store who is told by the seller that there is more money being made than shows up on the books. Should the buyer accept that statement by the seller & go ahead with the purchase?
Buyers search for an absentee business, wanting to collect profits generated by a successful enterprise without having to stand at the sales counter or cash register, without having to cook, operate equipment or talk to customers. Peter Siegel, MBA offers his intake on absentee run businesses.
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.
Being an Entrepreneur has its perks, it can also be challenging. You need to make sure you're ready for the challenge. Here's a list of 10 important questions to get you started when buying a business. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen Founder) reviews this topic for business buyers of small businesses.
Often business buyers actions cause a deal to tank but they never know why. Peter Siegel with the BizBen ProBuy Program discusses what mistakes business buyers make in the search process to buy a business with some of the best business brokers and recent sellers on BizBen about this topic.
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.
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.
Since most people who want to acquire a business for sale spend their time and energy responding to ads, it's no wonder that a majority never find a company they want to buy. Meanwhile, proactive buyers "push" their requirements and qualifications to purchase, and attract owners ready to sell.
Telling potential business buyers about unreported income could come back and bite you if not careful. It's best to be honest when dealing with business buyers but you should also highlight what's reported in the tax returns and what cash may be seen "between the lines".
The only time to get an exact and accurate inventory count, and valuation, is at the time the business is being transferred. To do so beforehand, would mean that any merchandise sold after inventory is taken, but before close of escrow - Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen & others discuss this topic.
Buying a liquor store can present some major challenges to business buyers - a recent client on the BizBen ProBuy Program relates to Peter Siegel, MBA what the major challenges may be when searching for and buying a Californa liquor store business. I welcome other Advisors to weigh in on 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.
