Cash flow
$271,611
Revenue
$2,839,637
Down
$998,000
Posting: 283805 | Available | 11/12/23
This dominant 2 location Long Beach pizza chain boasts a well-known brand with a loyal following. The company was established by industry professionals with a growth mindset for this highly scalable concept. As a result, the company has an infrastructure that has been designed to be scaled.
Asking Price
$998,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
Cash Only
Posting: 283770 | Available | 11/8/23
For sale is a restaurant that is on a great location on a major road. It is in an affluent area of Long Beach at Belmont shore. It is within walking distance to the beach. It comes with a beer and wine license for this asset sale. The purchase price includes a nice patio and updated modern decor.
Asking Price
$245,000
Cash flow
$275,000
Revenue
$800,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 261420 | Available | 11/7/23
For sale is an American BBQ restaurant with a seating capacity of 40+. The restaurant does a lot of catering which brings an additional income of $5k/month. They have a good landlord, good parking, at a nice corner neighborhood location. The concept can be changed.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
$154,200
Revenue
$493,440
Down
$175,000
Posting: 281698 | Available | 11/4/23
For sale is a Metro by T Mobile store. It is one of the top 5 busiest throughout the 84 stores. About 3 years ago, there were 1,500 walk-in payment center customers a month. They get over $2.3 to $2.6 million in revenue including payment center activity. It has very high traffic.
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
$195,500
Revenue
$2,156,785
Down
Negotiable
Posting: 265743 | Available | 10/9/23
Retail Pharmacy inside a Medical Building in Long Beach. All major PBMs, Medicare, Medical. The pharma is doing about 50-60 scripts a day. Medicare/Medi-Cal/Cigna, Express Scripts, CVS/Caremark, OptumRX and many others. Monthly rent $5,200. Inventory 100,000. Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment $150,000.
Asking Price
$315,000
Cash flow
$25,378
Revenue
$316,239
Down
Cash Only
Posting: 280618 | Available | 9/5/23
For sale is a great location in downtown Long Beach with a good amount of foot traffic. It is only open Mon-Fri from 10:30am-5pm. They have reasonable rent at $3,762/month. It is close to the police department and the courthouse. This has great potential for an owner-operator.
Asking Price
$79,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 282237 | Available | 8/16/23
5-Day Cafe in Hgh-Rise in Long Beach downtown on the ground floor. They have extra storage using free and patio. Surrounded by many corporate offices, Government offices, a big hotel next door, and a lot of condos across the street.
Asking Price
$159,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$200,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 281965 | Available | 8/2/23
This popular Long Beach area live music venue has been a hit with patrons since the middle 1970s. The 2,500+ square foot venue has entitlements for live entertainment, DJs, and dancing.
Asking Price
$390,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 276690 | In Escrow | 3/23/23
For sale is a state-of-the-art restaurant space in downtown Long Beach with a lot of foot traffic. The size is 2,400 sq. ft. There is a large event space in the back that can hold 100 or more people. Landlord proposes $4500/Mo rent. All FF&E dates are from 2016.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
Call / Email
Down
35-40% SBA
Posting: 273265 | Available | 4/6/22
Well-established laundromat in Long Beach at a low price. Big big potential!! There's a new project with many buildings for low-income apartments across the street. The selling reason is the owner's serious health issues. SBA eligible, 30-40% down required.
Asking Price
Call / Email
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$120,000
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 269637 | Available | 8/31/21
Long Beach flower shop for sale. Cash to loan.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$320,000
Revenue
$2,000,000
Down
$999,000
Posting: 250326 | Available | 5/24/21
This Long Beach bar and restaurant boasts an ideal outdoor patio with an unmatched view, plenty of onsite parking, dance and live entertainment all at a highly attractive lease rate. The venue, which has continuously operated since the mid-1970s, is comprised of several rooms.
Asking Price
$999,000
Cash flow
$80,000
Revenue
$500,000
Down
50% Max
Posting: 254550 | Available | 10/5/20
Annual Sales: approximately $500,000. Net: approximately $80,000+. Size: approx. 2,000 sq. ft. Rent: $7,200 including NNN. Lease: 5 years plus option.
Asking Price
$270,000
Total Investment
$69,000
Min Liquid Cash
$59,000
Net Worth
N/A
Posting: 285583 | Available | 4/28/24
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
$180,000
Revenue
Call / Email
Down
Cash
Posting: 248011 | Available | 4/23/24
Reduced Price. Fast food free standing restaurant with drive thru. Located on a Major corner intersection on a main street. Excellent books and records. Monthly Rent: $4,000. Lease has 17 years left. Open 7 days. Sunday - Thursday, 6am - 9pm + Friday - Saturday, 6am - 10pm. Price reduced $450K.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$74,842
Revenue
$142,544
Down
$125,000
Posting: 280801 | Available | 4/24/24
This female athleisure-activewear brand focuses on functional fitness clothing that celebrates each of its client's unique features. The brand delivers eco-responsible luxury and comfort designed for everything from high-powered workouts to afternoon dog walks and errands (and in between!).
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$1,900,000
Revenue
$9,500,000
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 271089 | Available | 4/26/24
Profitable commercial construction general engineering contractor, with recurring Fortune 500 customers, over 50 employees, and extensive equipment and vehicles. In San Francisco Bay Area. Customers consist of major telecommunications and other Fortune 500 companies throughout Northern California.
Asking Price
$8,000,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285062 | Available | 4/26/24
A hospice located in Dallas, Texas, is available for sale. This hospice has zero census and is Medicare and Medicaid certified. It covers Region 3 and has been licensed since 2017, surpassing the 36-month rule. The asking price for this opportunity is $350,000.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$46,623
Revenue
$381,554
Down
$35,000
Posting: 286109 | Available | 4/26/24
This is a rare full-service salon in the heart of a bustling neighborhood an inviting full-service salon located in a prime area close to multiple apartment buildings and hotels, in a historic location. Offering a range of luxurious services including haircuts, balayage, highlights, nails, etc.
Asking Price
$89,000
Cash flow
$219,950
Revenue
$219,950
Down
$2,900,000
Posting: 283295 | Available | 4/28/24
This Silverlake restaurant and bar with liquor, onsite parking, and excellent street visibility boasts what may arguably be the most coveted outdoor patio in the area. The venue has 3 dining areas that open into an adjacent bar and outdoor patio. The corner property is included!
Asking Price
$2,900,000
Cash flow
$464,879
Revenue
$2,899,885
Down
$1,599,000
Posting: 278295 | Available | 4/24/24
This company has over 40 years of experience in California's landscape construction and maintenance sectors. This company's stellar reputation and lengthy client list have enabled it to be an industry go to company. The business has concentrated on offering a wide variety of residential design/build
Asking Price
$1,599,000
Cash flow
$174,802
Revenue
$759,686
Down
$300,000
Posting: 278351 | Available | 4/29/24
This iconic 40 acre property produces award winning Pinot Noir and Gris for sale through the onsite tasting room or online through their 1000+ member wine club. The main building, patio and surrounding gardens may be rented. The best escape for birders, hikers, city folk or anyone who loves wine!
Asking Price
$300,000
Cash flow
300,000 plus
Revenue
$730,720
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 276160 | Available | 3/12/24
This profitable water purification supplies and services business serves the technical, hospital, medical, and dialysis industries of north/central California and western Nevada, including companies like Tesla. Established in 1997. Annual sales are projected to well exceed $600,000 in 2022.
Asking Price
$899,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$139,000
Posting: 285773 | Available | 4/26/24
This hospice (first license only) is located in Long Beach, CA, away from the saturated valley. It is ready to call for the final survey, read for the 'ready letter'. It has an amazing office space with three private rooms and incredibly low rent! It has a secure office building complex.
Asking Price
$139,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 282202 | Available | 4/25/24
For an asset sale is a boba and snack shop. This shop has a very good rental rate ($1,900) and is located in the busy shopping center. The size of the store is 600sq. There's a 4-foot-long type 1 hood. Due to the asset sale, finances will not be available.
Asking Price
$99,999
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285637 | Available | 4/24/24
This is a great opportunity to get into the bar business. This establishment has been around for over a decade. The neighborhood bar is located in a vibrant setting surrounded by multiple restaurants and other bars. This bar is known for creative and fun cocktails. A local iconic spot with regulars.
Asking Price
$399,999
Cash flow
$1,000
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286097 | Available | 4/23/24
Limited opportunity to launch an eco-friendly industrial coating business and take advantage of a dynamic growing industry. Sellers have acquired new equipment, obtained tentative permit approval and upgraded electrical system of leased facility. Sellers have not launched operations - yet.
Asking Price
Call/email
Cash flow
$475,000
Revenue
$3,000,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 267141 | Available | 4/23/24
For sale are two bagel and sandwich shops that are available. They are in excellent commercial areas that have a hospital and residents that are high and middle-income. 2022 Year to Date made approximately $3 Million / Pandemic approximately $2.7 million plus 2020.
Asking Price
$1,675,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 278573 | Available | 4/28/24
For sale is an established agency in Aiken County South Carolina with a great business climate. The agency has an excellent retention ratio of 90% + and a very profitable loss ratio. The agency consists of preferred auto/homeowners with a great opportunity to grow in cross-sales.
Asking Price
$833,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 279812 | Available | 4/28/24
This well-established award-winning Agency has been serving the Wilmington area since 1986. The office is located between several major cities on the East Coast and has a diverse population of many rich cultures and communities.
Asking Price
$680,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286093 | Available | 4/28/24
This is an FDA Registered Manufacturing Facility for: Dietary Supplements, Food, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverages, Coffee, Tea, Dressing & Condiments. Get the chance to start a ready to go Dietary Supplement Manufacturing Facility and Co-Packing / Contract Manufacturing Facility. Huge Potential!
Asking Price
$249,000
Cash flow
$24,090
Revenue
$346,943
Down
$149,000
Posting: 285852 | Available | 4/23/24
This is an exceptional chance to acquire an established day spa, fully equipped and ready to go. 7 treatment rooms, prime location, ample parking and reasonable rent. As well as experienced employees and a large database of loyal clientele who have been enjoying the spa's benefits for over 15 years.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$350,574
Revenue
$3,578,262
Down
$200,000
Posting: 285442 | Available | 4/27/24
For sale is California Co with its distribution center located in the Southwest US. It has been established for 24 years. They sell hardware products for consumers and professionals. They are a distributor/manufacturer of premium products that are sold online and through big box retailers.
Asking Price
$1,295,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,000,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286054 | Available | 4/28/24
For sale is a Mexican restaurant that is located inside a major shopping center with a supermarket anchor. No other Mexican restaurants in the complex & cannot open a new Mexican restaurant according to our lease agreement. There is plenty of parking. It has a beer & wine license.
Asking Price
$439,900
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285604 | Available | 4/28/24
For sale is a brand-new home health care agency located in Fresno, CA. We have an Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) home health agency. This home health care agency is fully licensed by California DPHS-Accredited by ACHC-Medicare Provider, and ready to bill.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$1,012,000
Down
$750,000
Posting: 284802 | Available | 4/23/24
These are nine FedEx home & ground delivery routes for sale for $750,000. Currently grossing $1,012,000+ and has an estimated adjusted cash flow of $200,000+ per year. Includes 11 FedEx delivery vehicles worth an estimated $368,000 and 10 employees (FT & PT) in place.
Asking Price
$750,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$1,046,000
Down
$181,250
Posting: 284627 | Available | 4/23/24
New Pricing! These are ten FedEx home & ground delivery routes for sale for $725,000. Currently grossing at $1,046,000 + and has estimated adjusted cash flow of $200,000 + per year. This includes 10 FedEx delivery vehicles that are worth an estimated $313,000 and 11 employees (FT & PT) in place.
Asking Price
$725,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
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
$235,715
Revenue
$1,320,000
Down
$25
Posting: 284079 | Available | 4/28/24
This high end market is conveniently located inside the retail area of one of the most luxurious apartment communities in North San Jose. This business is a famous contemporary market stocking snacks, Organic products, groceries, beer, and wine selections.
Asking Price
$899,000
Cash flow
$400,000
Revenue
$1,100,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 272547 | Available | 4/26/24
For sale is a professional service company providing written translation and oral interpretation services in 200 languages for clients worldwide: government agencies, NGOs, business entities, etc. The business has an extensive team of language experts and a broad client base, and operates virtually.
Asking Price
$1,495,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 283972 | Available | 4/24/24
City Center Realty Group is pleased to present a lucrative car wash for sale in the Sacramento, CA area. This turn-key operation features brand-new machinery and equipment, situated in a prime, high-traffic location with an estimated 65,000 cars passing by daily.
Asking Price
$2,399,000
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.
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In this Discussion, we define financing options available to potential restaurant buyers when purchasing a small to mid-sized restaurant business (with or without real estate). When it comes to financing a restaurant purchase, potential restaurant buyers have several options to choose from.
Buying a seasonal small business restaurant can be challenging, but Joe Ranieri a business broker restaurant specialist and others in this BizBen Discussion review multiple ways to offset these factors and still get the most from buying and operating a small to mid-sized seasonal restaurant.
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.
What are some reasons a business that was previously on the market with another broker didn't sell? Every broker or agent understands that not every business they list will result in a sale. There can be many reasons small businesses don't sell and many are discussed on this BizBen Discussion post.
