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Posting: 283043 | Available | 3/14/24
If you are looking for an operating clean skilled home health agency that is past its 36-month rule criteria, our Tarzana-based agency (Los Angeles County) is a perfect fit. The agency is currently being run by an experienced healthcare team that for licensing purposes has kept a 2 patient census.
Asking Price
$250,000
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$45,000
Posting: 284732 | Available | 3/14/24
We have a licensed home health agency ready to be taken through the accreditation phase of the home health process. The seller recently opted to reduce the price. The agency is located in North Hollywood (LA County) with the initial licensing date being June of 2023.
Asking Price
$45,000
Cash flow
$29,601
Revenue
$293,433
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Posting: 285665 | Available | 3/14/24
Located in San Gabriel Valley, this is a turn-key full-service franchise hair salon. It is well-established, very clean, and has been in existence for nearly 10 years. The salon is located in a newer, vibrant shopping center, with great anchor stores.
Asking Price
$39,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$75,000
Down
$150,000
Posting: 275294 | Available | 3/14/24
This is a neat clean beer bar on a very busy corner on a main street. The bar sells soju. It has great visibility with a lot & street parking in this high-density location close to the water & shipyards. They have multiple TVs for sports & entertainment, as well as a great sound system.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$8,812
Revenue
$303,361
Down
$125,000
Posting: 285660 | Available | 3/14/24
This venue is famous for their high-quality ice cream with unique flavors and a commitment to using natural and sustainable ingredients. Beyond tasty treats, this venue is recognized for its creative flavors names, making it a popular choice for ice cream lovers.
Asking Price
$125,000
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Posting: 280612 | Available | 3/13/24
This is a home health agency state license (ACHC) accredited for sale in the city of Glendale. The license is relocatable. The license was approved in May 2023. It is ready to apply for second accreditation. The office space price monthly is $1,200 and it's month to month.
Asking Price
$27,000
Cash flow
$480,000
Revenue
$720,000
Down
$30
Posting: 285634 | Available | 3/13/24
This is a great opportunity to make $40k per month. The owner is retiring and has been there since 2001 (23 years). It is very profitable and is in a Latino neighborhood. It is open from 8am-7:30pm. There is 1 full-time and 1 part-time employees for wages of $8,100 per month.
Asking Price
$800,000
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Posting: 285616 | Available | 3/12/24
Located in a busy shopping center, food critics have often voted this franchise Best Hamburger in Los Angeles while it has become a familiar presence in Southern California, expanding quickly to other territories, with over 150 locations in the U.S. and internationally.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$265,452
Down
$235,000
Posting: 285614 | Available | 3/12/24
This recently established retail pharmacy is located in one of the largest medical centers of Burbank, Los Angeles County, California. It is located near 134/101 highways, not far from the Burbank airport. It averages 30-35 retail scripts a day and have 25-30 prescribing doctors.
Asking Price
$235,000
Cash flow
$122,262
Revenue
$631,735
Down
$350,000
Posting: 283230 | Available | 3/11/24
This Long Beach area bar caters to a diverse community with a host of near-nightly events that include karaoke, shows, and dancing. The venue boasts a stellar location with excellent visibility, parking, an outdoor patio and dance, the coveted entertainment, dance, and cabaret entitlements.
Asking Price
$275,000
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Posting: 283057 | Available | 3/11/24
For sale is a restaurant in a mixed-use retail center, run by the owner. It serves smokehouse delicacies. It has low rent at $1,640 and CAM charges only $291/month. It is 900 sq ft. The lease expires 7/31/25, plus 2: 3-year options. It has been an award-winning business for 12 years.
Asking Price
$180,000
Cash flow
$1,142,839
Revenue
$3,232,631
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Posting: 285610 | Available | 3/11/24
This business has a leased location of 14,935 square feet with the RE Property price of $6,048,675 (excluded in asking price). The seller is active in business with 25 FT and 1 PT employees. Hours of operation are 7am-4pm, Monday - Friday. Included in asking price: $463,956.96 in FF&E.
Asking Price
$5,000,000
Cash flow
$1,123,820
Revenue
$19,230,455
Down
$4,250,000
Posting: 278395 | Available | 3/11/24
This full-service independent grocery store is located in the foothills of the Northern California Gold Country. Well established in the community, this store features full meat, bakery, deli, and floral department. With an average of over $1 Million in EBITDA, this opportunity is perfect.
Asking Price
$4,250,000
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Posting: 281634 | Available | 3/10/24
It is not an overstatement to suggest that this is an exceptional and unique opportunity to own a restaurant and bar in the heart of the Pier Plaza of Hermosa Beach. The Brews Hall lease is the best in the beach cities with options through 2040. Just steps to the world-famous strand and beach.
Asking Price
$585,000
Cash flow
$228,000
Revenue
$938,300
Down
$1,000,000
Posting: 284510 | Available | 3/9/24
For sale is a well-established carwash business with big potential. It is a 100% owner-absentee business in the Long Beach area. The previous seller run the business very actively and used to make $93k per month 4 years ago. The current seller has no time to run this business. 1 mil cash down only
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
$234,610
Revenue
$380,319
Down
$600,000
Posting: 285592 | Available | 3/9/24
An amazing opportunity to work with and to acquire a turn-key professional hand therapy clinic located in a prime location with a complete book of business. Our seller is a licensed Occupational Therapist who is a Certified in Hand Therapy (CHT).
Asking Price
$600,000
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Posting: 285589 | Available | 3/9/24
For sale is a thriving hair salon in one of the most sought-after communities in Southern California. This beautifully appointed salon is located in the center of the world-famous downtown Manhattan Beach just steps from the pier, beaches, and Strand. It is in the heart of the commercial center.
Asking Price
$275,000
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Posting: 279855 | Available | 3/8/24
Looking for a fun, semi-absentee-operated, profitable, and growing business to acquire? Look no further than this 5-star rated bounce house business for sale! This well-established business is profitable, and growing, and has strong community recognition and repeat customer loyalty.
Asking Price
$52,000
Cash flow
$83,000
Revenue
$373,000
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Posting: 284120 | Available | 3/8/24
For sale is a profitable sign and graphic company with state-of-the-art equipment. It is a turn-key business in Santa Clarita Valley and it is priced to sell! In business since 2012 servicing approximately 40% vehicle graphics, 40% vinyl/other signage & 20% large building signs.
Asking Price
$100,000
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Posting: 285553 | Available | 3/7/24
This established, neighborhood coin laundry in Glendale Montrose area has a solid existing income, but tons of growth potential. Excellent opportunity as a starter store, or for an experienced owner looking to customize it to their taste.
Asking Price
$350,000
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Posting: 285554 | Available | 3/7/24
This coin laundromat is located in a densely populated neighborhood in east Los Angeles with excellent demographics for the business. With a full remodel in 2015 and additional new equipment added within the last two years, this turn-key location is a great investment opportunity for a new owner.
Asking Price
$535,000
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Revenue
$300,000
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$25,000
Posting: 283596 | Available | 3/6/24
For sale is a franchise mochi donut shop. The menu has premium boba drinks, lemonade, corndogs, and gourmet donuts. It's easy to run as the owner is semi-absentee. It is also near Long Beach Airport and has 7 employees with nice hours. This a must-see business.
Asking Price
$69,000
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$550,000
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Posting: 282814 | Available | 3/5/24
This is a great opportunity to own a franchise juice shop with ice cream and snacks in LA county. It is 100% employee run. It is a visible location on a main street with plenty of parking. This is a very fast growing business and potential to save increases profits by owners manage.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
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$1,928,000
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Posting: 283214 | Available | 3/5/24
For sale is a well-established Congregate Living Facility (CLHF) located in San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles County. It is licensed by CDPH for 12 residents with 6 semi private rooms. It is extremely hard to obtain a 12 bed license! They have multiple established insurance contracts!
Asking Price
$1,700,000
Cash flow
$434,997
Revenue
$1,600,000
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Posting: 285527 | Available | 3/5/24
This is a 100% rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey, legacy, iconic, highly profitable adult apparel & variety business. The business is fully staffed with experienced and knowledgeable employees. The business can be semi-absentee and remote owner-operated. The business is highly visible.
Asking Price
$1,250,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$377,000
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$69,000
Posting: 278178 | Available | 3/5/24
This is an established take-out & delivery pizzeria at a busy shopping center anchored by a grocery store. It is 1,862 sq ft. and equipped with a hood, a walk-in cooler, and a large kitchen. The fresh pan and deep pizza have an amazing flavor that large takeout pizza competitors don't have.
Asking Price
$69,000
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$30,000
Posting: 285511 | Available | 3/5/24
Low price! This is an opportunity to purchase a Home Health Agency in the city of Santa Clarita. What makes this agency unique? This agency allows the buyer the opportunity to bypass the wait time and initial capital expenditure in starting an agency from scratch. This agency is not accredited.
Asking Price
$30,000
Cash flow
$727,200
Revenue
$5,590,516
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Posting: 283884 | Available | 3/4/24
This commercial landscaping company services commercial, industrial and public works. Led by crew managers, each crew is equipped with trucks and equipment to service their clients weekly. The business has a portfolio of almost 200 clients, each producing recurring monthly revenue. C-27 Required.
Asking Price
$1,595,000
Cash flow
$1,900,000
Revenue
$9,500,000
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Posting: 271089 | Available | 6/11/24
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
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Posting: 284106 | Available | 6/12/24
This is a well-established business located in a busy shopping complex and has been open for 30 years, full-service dry-cleaning and professional alternation. They have an excellent alteration business. The seller claims gross income for 2023 will be close to $300,000.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$180,000
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Posting: 248011 | Available | 6/11/24
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
$46,623
Revenue
$381,554
Down
$35,000
Posting: 286109 | Available | 6/14/24
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
$79,000
Cash flow
$657,816
Revenue
$2,786,701
Down
$3,200,000
Posting: 284829 | Available | 6/13/24
For sale is a controls systems & product engineering company specializing in sensors & MMI controls with over 25 years of history. It was originally started as a product development firm and in the past 40 years has been transitioned into a product manufacturing company.
Asking Price
$3,200,000
Cash flow
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$960,000
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Posting: 286537 | Available | 6/15/24
A rare opportunity exists to own a well-established liquor store with gas, operating on a large commercial-zoned real estate lot with short operating hours. The monthly rent from two rental properties amounts to $6,250.
Asking Price
$2,600,000
Cash flow
$235,000
Revenue
$1,740,000
Down
$210,000
Posting: 286256 | Available | 6/11/24
Work in a recession-resistant industry where weekly pay is guaranteed. Straightforward business model - simply manage your fleet and team of drivers. No accounts receivable. No rental space required. No inventory required. No marketing required. Steady, predictable revenue.
Asking Price
$875,000
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$525,000
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Posting: 285786 | Available | 6/14/24
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
$74,842
Revenue
$142,544
Down
$125,000
Posting: 280801 | Available | 6/12/24
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
Total Investment
$100,000
Min Liquid Cash
$80,000
Net Worth
$100,000
Posting: 284068 | Available | 6/12/24
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
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Posting: 283972 | Available | 6/12/24
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
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,400,000
Down
$112,500
Posting: 286469 | Available | 6/12/24
An established boba business is selling a high-performing store, along with exclusive territory rights for the Bay Area. The business offers several streams of residual income and operates as a turnkey operation, making it easy to manage. However, potential buyers must possess restaurant experience.
Asking Price
$750,000
Cash flow
$403,371
Revenue
$1,264,609
Down
$1,500,000
Posting: 285940 | Available | 6/14/24
This business specializes in providing leisure tours and charters in distinctive vehicles, catering to a niche market. As a lifestyle business, they excel in curating unforgettable experiences for special events in their customers' lives. The job is highly desirable, there is low staff turnover.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$380,000
Down
$154,900
Posting: 284866 | Available | 6/11/24
This is your opportunity to own a Baskin Robbins ice cream store in Sunny San Diego County. Baskin Robbins is the #1 ice cream franchise in the World. The store opened in July 2017. The current owner purchased the store in January 2019. It is located in a great shopping center.
Asking Price
$154,900
Cash flow
$666,410
Revenue
$8,416,653
Down
$4,200,000
Posting: 286009 | Available | 6/14/24
Specializing in underground utilities, demolition & grading, this engineering business was started in 2009 and has continually increasing revenue year after year. Primary work is private commercial & industrial with an occasional public project and residential job. The company has an expansive fleet
Asking Price
$4,200,000
Cash flow
$200,524
Revenue
$1,314,394
Down
$285,000
Posting: 285041 | Available | 6/13/24
This greater Silverlake/Glendale area market combines a carefully curated assortment of natural and organic wines, beers, spirits and beverages, food, merchandise and home goods with organic produce, breads and specialty provisions sourced locally to ensure freshness.
Asking Price
$285,000
Cash flow
$219,950
Revenue
$219,950
Down
$2,900,000
Posting: 283295 | Available | 6/15/24
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
$131,403
Revenue
$871,818
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Posting: 286232 | Available | 6/13/24
This restaurant has been in business for over 34 years, with a very loyal customer base and steady profit (Except during COVID) This is a fully equipped restaurant with an A1 hood, grease trap, Wok set line, fryer, walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer and much more.
Asking Price
$129,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$550,000
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Posting: 274482 | Available | 6/15/24
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
Bldg Size
2,560 Sq.Ft
Typical Floor Size
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Posting: 284225 | Available | 6/14/24
This is a 2560 SF attached 2-story commercial unit, part of a 3-unit building- set in Ryan Ranch, a business R/D industrial Park, located in Monterey. It is set up currently with a reception area, office, & 2 classrooms with projector set up on the 1st floor. 2nd floor there is a conference room.
Asking Price
$935,000
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Posting: 278808 | Available | 6/15/24
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
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Posting: 286785 | Available | 6/12/24
For Sale: A 4 Year Old Established Home Health Care Agency in Van Nuys, CA. The agency is fully licensed and accredited, having passed all surveys. There are NO loans, NO debts, and NO deficiencies. It is clean and ready for an ownership change.
Asking Price
$160,000
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$10,000
Posting: 286741 | Available | 6/11/24
Aggressive Price and Inventory Credit. A true turnkey, established 7-Eleven franchise opp. In San Mateo County CA. This is a rare opportunity to own a thriving 7-Eleven franchise in a growing San Bruno CA neighborhood. Price terms plus a 25% franchise discount if in contract by September 2024.
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$120,000
Revenue
$360,000
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Posting: 286599 | Available | 6/14/24
This auto repair business has been in operation for over 20 years with repeat clients. They handle all types of repairs for both domestic and foreign automobiles as well as Smog testing. They have lifts and most of the tools necessary for all types of repairs.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$1,200,000
Revenue
$1,140,000
Down
$55,000
Posting: 286780 | Available | 6/12/24
It is located between downtown LA and Koreatown, the biggest advantage is that there is no competition, so profits and net income are very high. The cost of rent is $2,805 for 2,600 sq ft. + basement. (additional reason why profits are high). It is a relatively safe place.
Asking Price
$1,050,000
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Posting: 285056 | Available | 6/13/24
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
$77,000
Revenue
$350,000
Down
$240,000
Posting: 287019 | Available | 6/16/24
This highly successful salon has been in business for over 25 years in a busy but safe shopping center. Located next to big-box stores with great foot traffic, this business has been profitable with consistently high revenue and low expenses during its lifetime.
Asking Price
$240,000
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Posting: 279812 | Available | 6/15/24
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
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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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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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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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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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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Christina Lazuric, an Orange County Business Broker shares her views with BizBen.com blog readers on understanding seller discretionary earnings when buying or selling a small business for sale.
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Since 2011 we have completed an additional 850+ transactions and in total since 1996 when I founded Restaurant Realty Company, we have completed over $1,000,000,000 (billion) of business and real estate transactions.
The following list is broken down as follows. Stage 1 -- Items you need to do before you sign a purchase contract. Stage 2 -- Items you need to complete after you sign a purchase contract, and Stage 3 -- Items you need to do in order to close escrow.
I have found over the years that the biggest obstacle in getting a deal done is the landlord. The landlord either makes the sale and/or lease of the business possible or prevents the transaction from moving forward.
ProIntermediary, Joe Ranieri (Business Broker) shares what buyers are looking for in this unprecedented market. COVID-19 has made curb appeal more important than ever when selling a restaurant. Sellers still have the power to attract buyers in this market with focus of a few key requirements.
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Laundromats undeniably represent a fantastic business opportunity. They offer high returns and require minimal hours, making them an attractive investment. Even during severe economic downturns, laundromats prove resilient as they provide an essential life service, but why do laundromats fail?
For Laundromat investors looking to enter the industry, these are challenging times. This significant industry that is surging due to "smarter" equipment, cleaner spaces, more staff, & the larger payback for offering a better customer experience. But, brokers & sellers have unrealistic valuations.
The coin-operated laundry business has undergone significant changes, evolving beyond its traditional model. Laundromats are now transforming into comprehensive "laundry businesses." This shift reflects a broader approach that goes beyond mere self-service coin-operated machines.
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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.
Chuck Post, a leading laundry expert with over 37 years of developing laundries, retooling, and rebranding hundreds of existing laundries, tells investors how to search, find, evaluate, and do good laundry due diligence laundries for acquisition. A must read for new investors & current operators.
Today, we see more growth in the white-collar sector than we do in blue-collar entering the laundry business. We are also happy to see a rapidly growing representation of Black and Hispanic investors; women entrepreneurs are possibly one of the fastest growing segments.
Laundry buyers and investors should expect both challenging times and opportunities for success in 2022 and 2023. Chuck Post, Laundry Industry Advisor explores growth opportunities, equipment advances, industry challenges and trends all laundromat buyers and investors should know about.
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.
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.
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.
The laundry lease is undoubtedly of the highest element of value of the laundry investment. It is critical to get and to keep your lease in line with the operating model that is intended for your laundry. Chuck Post, laundry consultant and broker covers this topic in this BizBen blog post.
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.
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.
