Cash flow
$638,966
Revenue
$2,139,023
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Posting: 284424 | Available | 2/13/24
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, top-tier hardwood flooring distributor in operation for 30 years! This turnkey, wholesale business is a distinguished distributor sourcing premium hardwood floors that are sustainably sourced and engineered through direct factory channels.
Asking Price
$4,000,000
Cash flow
$34,265
Revenue
$215,422
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Posting: 285143 | Available | 2/13/24
This unique and beloved business was established in July 1999 and underwent a change in ownership in 2020 in California. They cater to an ever growing community of local British Ex-pats and enthusiasts all around Los Angeles county.
Asking Price
$110,000
Posting: 223555 | Available | 2/13/24
The buyer is looking to buy I-20 private schools (elementary, middle, or high school) and colleges in California. The buyer has no budget.
Cash flow
$268,065
Revenue
$2,840,000
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Posting: 284526 | Available | 2/13/24
This is a 25-year general contractor specializing in interior design, custom cabinetry and remodeling (serving the Inland Empire, San Gabriel Valley, and all of Southern California) is ready to retire. The Company has grown consistently over the years by accommodating discerning clientele.
Asking Price
$675,000
Cash flow
$150,000
Revenue
$460,000
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Posting: 284643 | Available | 2/11/24
For sale is a very spacious, fully equipped kitchen with a hood & gas-operated fryer and grill. It is open only 5 days a week with very short business hours, from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. It is in a prime location situated in a 21-story office building in Prime West LA, Century City, with very low rent. ...
Asking Price
$295,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$540,000
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Posting: 278162 | Available | 2/10/24
A motivated seller offers this well-established charming one-of-a-kind poke restaurant in Sun Valley. This poke restaurant is by far the best poke in Los Angeles and second, to none the food is amazingly delicious and always top quality and fresh.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$306,000
Revenue
$2,400,000
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Posting: 261752 | Available | 2/10/24
If you like a small town atmosphere and outdoor charming patio with delicious food. This place really makes you feel at home and the entire ambiance is a really refreshing in a neighborhood style restaurant. Do not miss out of this rare opportunity to own a delectable slice of Agoura Hills.
Asking Price
$695,000
Cash flow
$150,000
Revenue
$520,000
Down
$140,000
Posting: 276231 | Available | 2/10/24
This is absentee-run Indian restaurant in Hollywood for sale in an excellent location, with spacious direct parkings. Excellent location in Hollywood area. Next to Panda Express. The owner does not cook. It is an easy operation. They do mostly pick up and deliver orders. It is 1,250 sq ft.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$159,925
Revenue
$596,205
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Posting: 283458 | Available | 2/10/24
Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each route and supplemental comes with (1) truck and (1) experienced driver already in place. The business has seen double-digit organic growth since its inception.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$140,000
Revenue
$1,150,000
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Posting: 284502 | Available | 2/9/24
This pizzeria does great volume at almost $1.2m a year and the rent is $14k a month for about 1500 sf of space plus a nice and cozy patio. You can continue as this small franchise and pay 5% royalty and bring your established concept here which will be subject to landlord approval.
Asking Price
$249,000
Cash flow
$293,632
Revenue
$998,638
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Posting: 279063 | Available | 2/9/24
Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each route and supplemental comes with (1) truck and (1) experienced driver already in place. The business has seen double-digit organic growth since its inception.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
$524,453
Revenue
$1,863,521
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Posting: 282069 | Available | 2/9/24
Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each route and supplemental comes with (1) truck and (1) experienced driver already in place. The business has seen double-digit organic growth since its inception.
Asking Price
$1,800,000
Cash flow
$685,960
Revenue
$2,572,680
Down
$500,000
Posting: 285082 | Available | 2/9/24
This is a great opportunity to invest and operate a well-established retail pharmacy located near Downtown Los Angeles in the general area of Huntington Park, South Gate, Vernon, and South Central of Los Angeles County. Established in 1958, conveniently located near 110 and 10 highways.
Asking Price
$948,800
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$100
Posting: 285075 | Available | 2/9/24
This is an exciting opportunity for a strategically situated restaurant in Compton, as our establishment enjoys proximity to major corporations, warehouses, and the prestigious Cal State Dominguez, making it an ideal investment for savvy entrepreneurs. This is an asset sale only!
Asking Price
$300,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$520,000
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Posting: 285023 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is a sports bar and grill that is equipped with 22 taps on beer tower on a custom made bar and 6 on kegerator = 28 taps. It has an on sale type 41 license for beer & wine. It in is located in a strip center with ample parking. The seating capacity is approximately 80+/-.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$702,000
Down
$159,000
Posting: 285051 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is a great opportunity, in the heart of old town Monrovia. This national franchise business is in a large shopping center anchored by other franchises, and surrounded by offices, retail, and residential buildings that bring lots of traffic year-round.
Asking Price
$159,000
Cash flow
$60,000
Revenue
$221,000
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Posting: 283903 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is a hardware store in a good area near UCLA. Items sold include tools, fasteners, building materials, hand and power tools, lumber, keys, locks, chains, plumbing supplies, and more. Business hours are from 8:30am-6pm during weekdays, 9am-4pm on Saturdays, and closed Sundays.
Asking Price
$75,000
Cash flow
$60,000
Revenue
$300,000
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Posting: 283597 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is a Mexican restaurant in nice shopping center. This beautiful-looking restaurant has low rent and long lease. It closes on Mondays. It was established in 1968. The owner remodeled the corner location a year ago and it has lots of parking. It is off the 605 freeway.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$449,157
Revenue
$1,509,739
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Posting: 283105 | Available | 2/8/24
Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each route and supplemental comes with (1) truck and (1) experienced driver already in place. Business has seen double digit organic growth since inception.
Asking Price
$1,300,000
Cash flow
$275,261
Revenue
$1,057,457
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Posting: 280072 | Available | 2/8/24
Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each route and supplemental comes with (1) truck and (1) experienced driver already in place. The business has seen double-digit organic growth since its inception.
Asking Price
$875,000
Cash flow
$473,344
Revenue
$1,601,784
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Posting: 280585 | Available | 2/8/24
Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each route and supplemental comes with (1) truck and (1) experienced driver already in place. Business has seen double digit organic growth since inception.
Asking Price
$1,450,000
Cash flow
$30,296,906
Revenue
$178,182,423
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Posting: 281689 | Available | 2/7/24
The business is a highly regarded lath and plaster company operating in the Los Angeles area. They specialize in both exterior and interior lath and plaster applications for residential and commercial projects.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$758,648
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Posting: 275596 | Available | 2/7/24
FedEx Ground routes For Sale: Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes, 5 routes in Bell. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each route and supplemental comes with (1) truck and (1) experienced driver already in place.
Asking Price
$995,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 284315 | Available | 2/7/24
A Dallas-based Hospice agency is available for sale, featuring a brand-new status and readiness to bill Medicare immediately. The agency is 100% Medicare certified, has no census, holds ACHC Accreditation, and covers Region 3 - Metroplex.
Asking Price
$249,000
Cash flow
$140,000
Revenue
$529,494
Down
$375,000
Posting: 285039 | Available | 2/6/24
This greater Dallas area emergency response and restoration firm specializes in water an fire damage, mold remediation and reconstruction. They work with insurance adjustors, homeowner associators, residential property managers as well as plumbing contractors.
Asking Price
$550,000
Cash flow
$510,000
Revenue
$9,000,000
Down
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Posting: 283259 | Available | 2/6/24
This is a major brand gas station for sale pumping $210,000 gallons at an average 30-35 margin and the market (beer and wine) is doing about $30,000 at a high margin. There is potential to do a lot more. There are 6 years left on the lease. It is in a great, safe west-side area on a busy street.
Asking Price
$2,550,000
Cash flow
$467,091
Revenue
$1,005,739
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Posting: 285009 | Available | 2/5/24
Founded in 1977, this precision aerospace machine shop specializes in the manufacturing of high-precision miniature CNC machined components. The business has established itself as a key player in the industry, providing essential parts to major defense companies.
Asking Price
$1,355,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$150,000
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Posting: 281076 | Available | 2/3/24
This is a popular hair salon with 17 years of history in Torrance, CA. The owner intends to retire and sell the business. This salon is good for the start-up hair salon business and expanding business. The owner will transfer the customer list of approximately 1,000 customers.
Asking Price
$80,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$525,000
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Posting: 285786 | Available | 5/3/24
This established pizza business is known for its premium pizzas and commitment to quality. While the current owner prioritizes quality over quantity, there's ample room for a new owner to convert to their own vision. It is a prime location in a shopping center with high visibility.
Asking Price
$245,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 285056 | Available | 5/2/24
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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Posting: 278808 | Available | 5/5/24
The established 2-year agency is located in a desirable location. This 2.1 million earned premium agency is consistent with a preferred auto/homeowner customer base with an excellent opportunity for growth in cross sales as well as life/financial services.
Asking Price
$511,450
Cash flow
$234,960
Revenue
$855,693
Down
$595,000
Posting: 280407 | Available | 5/6/24
Price reduced! SBA approved! This is a great opportunity to own a well-established, leading sign design & manufacturing franchise providing custom sign solutions, interactive digital signs, vehicle wraps and graphics, point of purchase, trade show and table graphics, printing services, and banners.
Asking Price
$595,000
Cash flow
$167,697
Revenue
$545,484
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Posting: 283567 | Available | 5/1/24
This is a well-established sheet metal fabrication business specializing in mail order vintage car replacement parts. Business has a strong online presence. Catalogs are available both online and in print. Owners are ready to retire after operating the business since 1994.
Asking Price
$480,000
Cash flow
$15,866
Revenue
$310,426
Down
$129,000
Posting: 278358 | Available | 5/6/24
For sale is a cool, popular downtown Eugene bar and grill with great bartenders, strong cocktails, bar food, and games. It is in a welcoming, PNW-style environment in the center of town. It is walking distance to all hotels and public venues makes this location ideal for attracting local regulars.
Asking Price
$129,000
Cash flow
$379,489
Revenue
$2,897,957
Down
$79,000
Posting: 281198 | Available | 5/6/24
For sale is a building maintenance and construction company with real estate. They had $420,000 of SDE in 2022! It has been established for 40 years. Maintenance provides recurring revenue and generates additional, high-margin construction services. Real property is valued at $1MM.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$400,000
Revenue
$1,100,000
Down
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Posting: 272547 | Available | 5/3/24
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
$180,000
Revenue
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Posting: 248011 | Available | 4/30/24
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
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Revenue
$4,500,000
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Posting: 285309 | Available | 5/1/24
Situated at a prime corner spot on a bustling main block in Los Angeles, this establishment resonates with rich global influences, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere. Boasting adaptable space accommodating up to 140 guests, the venue features timeless design elements.
Asking Price
$825,000
Cash flow
$250,143
Revenue
$1,484,585
Down
$330,000
Posting: 278359 | Available | 5/4/24
This business has $1.48m in sales and $233k SDE. Plus, the year-over-year net income is up 83% for this 30+year-old Landscape Contractor Board licensed design, installation, and maintenance business. It has organized routed monthly maintenance contracts and a crew of 12 FTE and 6 PTE.
Asking Price
$1,649,000
Cash flow
$150,374
Revenue
$694,476
Down
$32,000
Posting: 286289 | Available | 5/3/24
This long-established optical store specializes in world-class customer service and designer eyewear. They are experts on lens technology and will consult with you for the best lens for your lifestyle. Their staff care how you look. They will evaluate, the shape, color, and style.
Asking Price
$320,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 279812 | Available | 5/5/24
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
$851,672
Revenue
$3,430,536
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Posting: 284146 | Available | 5/3/24
With a successful track record for over 25 years, this business has provided janitorial and cleaning services to over 150 recurring clients throughout San Diego County. Consistently generates over $3million in recurring revenue year over year with impressive profit margins between 26-27%.
Asking Price
$3,500,000
Total Investment
$100,000
Min Liquid Cash
$80,000
Net Worth
$100,000
Posting: 284068 | Available | 5/1/24
S.A.M offers individuals and companies of all sizes the opportunity to fulfill a passion for nurturing young minds while running a profitable and rewarding business. Our program uses the two-pillared approach of Classroom Engagement and Worksheet Reinforcement.
Franchise Fee
$25,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$1,012,000
Down
$750,000
Posting: 284802 | Available | 4/30/24
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
$475,000
Revenue
$3,000,000
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Posting: 267141 | Available | 4/30/24
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
$200,000
Revenue
$1,046,000
Down
$181,250
Posting: 284627 | Available | 4/30/24
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
Total Investment
$543,000
Min Liquid Cash
$200,000
Net Worth
$200,000
Posting: 284007 | Available | 5/1/24
Take a BITE out of the pet care industry with five key revenue drivers in one modern facility! Founded in 2009 by a visionary who had spent years in research and planning for an all-inclusive dog care facility, The Dog Stop, has now developed throughout 21 states.
Franchise Fee
$49,500
Cash flow
$91,624
Revenue
$161,933
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Posting: 283581 | Available | 5/1/24
For sale is this home-based cleaning business that's ready for its next owner. With an impressive 14-year track record, this cleaning business has built a stellar reputation in San Diego. Trust and credibility are already established, setting you up for success from day one.
Asking Price
$170,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$550
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Posting: 274482 | Available | 5/5/24
Top brand blinds, shades, shutters, etc retail. Easy to operate profitable and potential business even without advertisements or marketing. Ideal location on a high-traffic major street and the hub of Silicon Valley. Increasing sales yearly with many repeat & new customers. Price was lowered.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 285062 | Available | 5/2/24
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
$120,000
Revenue
$840,000
Down
$338,000
Posting: 282386 | Available | 5/2/24
For sale is a charming oyster bar, nestled in the heart of a renowned beach community's bustling restaurant row. With its prime location and inviting front patio, this establishment radiates a vibrant ambiance and boasts tasteful improvements. It comes with an active Type 41 ABC license.
Asking Price
$338,000
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Posting: 285746 | Available | 5/3/24
A dog grooming shop, established in 1968 with the same owner, is located in an upscale neighborhood with a lot of foot traffic and Mountain View. This fully remodeled salon offers full-service grooming for dogs and cats. The shop spans 1,250 sq ft.
Asking Price
$125,000
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Posting: 286238 | Available | 5/2/24
Historic restaurant and bar, East of Alpine. This stand-alone 4,500 sq. ft building with a patio and full kitchen equipped with an A1 hood. Keep it as is or explore new concepts. ABC type 47 license available separately. Unlimited potential for menu expansion, live entertainment, and marketing.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$350,574
Revenue
$3,578,262
Down
$200,000
Posting: 285442 | Available | 5/4/24
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
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Posting: 284472 | Available | 5/1/24
This is an exceptional restaurant & banquet facility for sale! This is a full-service banquet facility with ABC Type 47 liquor license & ABC Type 58 for catering. They have a seating capacity of over 360. There is vast parking space for guests and it is easily accessible from major freeways.
Asking Price
$4,500,000
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Posting: 286093 | Available | 5/4/24
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
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Utility rates are on the rise. I am getting calls from laundry owners complaining of the costs, asking for ideas. So what is the answer? What is the best approach in combating these costs? Chuck Post, laundry consultant discusses strategies for keeping coin laundry utility costs under control.
The answer is that success lies in the control of the Laundry Operator who is willing to address the questions and make the modifications to better service today's service conscious customers. For those that pay attention and take action the future looks better than ever.
The laundry business offers all of those rewards of business ownership, with much fewer headaches than with most other businesses. However buyer beware - Chuck Post, laundry broker and consultant covers several mistakes many first time laundry buyers commit when buying a California laundromat.
Many Californians want to buy a coin laundry because it's a business that doesn't require full time owner attention and because, as an all cash business, the owner is always paid before the service is provided. But there are a few misconceptions about the business and a buyer should have the facts.
A laundromat needs to be thoroughly looked over before a buyer should complete an acquisition. The income is important of course but, the path forward is even more important. Chuck Post, Laundry Advisor, Due Diligence Consultant offers laundry buyers valuable advice on this BizBen blog post.
When investing in a laundry business, there are two methods. One is preferred, but the other is far more common. If you are considering entering into a new industry, like most now entering the laundry industry, you want to have a good understanding of both opportunities. Chuck Post explores both.
The coin laundry industry is nearly 50 years old and most laundries are operated by individual owners. Mike Hurrell with Golden State Laundry Systems discusses how to buy a coin laundry. Topics include financing a coin laundry, what to look for, what types of laundries are available in Southern CA.
Laundromats and coin operated Laundromats are popular choices among business buyers as they often can be successfully run as an absentee run business. You need to be strategic about when you sell your Laundromat so you don't get taken to the cleaners by a buyer and so that you maximize your profits.
What is the extent of the buyer's obligation to investigate a business before purchasing it? Chuck Post a specialist in assisting buyers and sellers with coin laundries in California explores his views on laundry due-diligence.
How does the laundromat business look as we enter this changing environment? Is it still as easy to operate a laundry and be profitable? Is it still the American Dream Business that it has been known to be? Yes, but… Chuck Post, Laundry Advisor & Consultant initiates this BizBen Discussion post.
We are finding that many laundry buyers and investors are not being given true light to selected elements of value or there are inconsistencies in the interpretation of these elements of value. This common error needs to be addressed. In this BizBen Discussion we address many of those factors.
Are laundries good investments for buyers? Chuck Post, (at 619-227-5711 - California laundry consultant, due diligence services, and laundry buyer representation) discusses this topic with other advisors & brokers in this BizBen Discussion about laundry investments and if they are good investments.
Chuck Post a laundry consultant, specialty broker, buyer representative & due diligence advisor starts this discussion on why it's important to have an exit strategy in mind while buying a laundromat! He & others explain why this concept is so important for buyers especially in the laundry business.
However all the laundry listings are asking 4X to 5X multiple for an asking price! Is this reasonable, standard? We are are looking buy either a coin or a card laundry and want to pay a "fair" price. What factors go into valuing a laundry business these days? Multiple Advisors answer this question.
When buying an Elderly Care Home what should potential buyers always ask the broker or owner before proceeding? Find out in this Discussion on BizBen. Items buyers of elderly care homes will want to know more about why the seller is moving on, average length of stay, placement fees paid, etc.
What should you look out for when buying a beauty salon business? Buyers kept asking us so I decided to go over the basics plus a bit more and discuss items like: independent contractors vs employees, inventory considerations, licensing issues, escrow considerations, and of course valuation ranges.
A business buyer asks about the viability and purchase of a home health care service and about the future of this industry - Peter Siegel, MBA takes on this question with other ProIntermediaries & Advisors on BizBen regarding the home health care industry and it's future for potential buyers.
I would like to start this discussion and see what other BizBen Users feel about (and possible contribute to this list via a comment and replies below) what items/questions/information buyers should be thinking about during the due diligence and buying process of manufacturing related businesses.
Is a dog grooming business for you? Business broker Joe Ranieri ponders this question with BizBen viewers and answers this question along with other intermediaries and advisors. Some replies cover: brick and mortar vs. mobile, licenses & certifications, maintaining and growing a clientel, etc.
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.
Buying a gas station can be a profitable business. From my experience, here are the pros & cons of buying a gas station that I share with BizBen ProBuy Buyers when they come to me to to get pre-qualified for financing to buy a gas station (with or without real estate). I discuss all these factors.
How much money should you expect to make when buying an automatic car wash? Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program Director and Business Purchase Financing Expert) explains with other brokers, intermediaries, and advisors info on this topic.
This is a hard question to answer specifically without any knowledge of the business. What kind of car wash it is (auto, self-serve, or full service)?, How many bays does the car wash have? Is there any other streams of revenue? We discuss this topic regarding car washes on this BizBen Discussion.
Before purchasing a car wash (quick serve or full serve) you must understand that the industry as a whole will provide you with plenty of competition. More importantly, depending on what your interests are, you will identify what type of car wash you want. We discuss this all in this Discussion.
Doing due diligence when buying any type of business is extremely important. Regardless of what type of business you are buying there are certain things you will always look at such as, financials, equipment, legal issues etc. We take a look at several angles for optimal gas station due diligence.
The restaurant business is a tough business to be in, no one can dispute that, and so it's imperative that an owner's equipment is in good working condition. A new owner should make sure that the restaurant's equipment is in good working order before they close escrow. We discuss this topic.
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.
