Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$550,149
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292103 | Available | 6/9/25
This HVAC company has been excelling in installations, maintenance and repairs across Las Vegas and its surrounding suburbs since 1978. Sales have primarily been driven by referrals from satisfied customers. With a dedicated team of two full-time technicians.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$749,000
Posting: 285011 | Available | 6/6/25
This Northern California-based auto repair business is a California Sole Proprietorship that has been in operation for the past 41 years, since 1983, under ownership of the founder. Located in Northern California, they service customers in an approximate 30-mile radius from their location.
Asking Price
$749,000
Cash flow
$215,000
Revenue
$1,000,000
Down
$411,750
Posting: 288351 | Available | 6/5/25
Market Leading Auto Paint and Collision Repair Franchise in Northern California - SC2197 Automotive & Boat Businesses for Sale Primary Category: Auto Repair & Service Shops for Sale
Asking Price
$549,000
Cash flow
$89,648
Revenue
$330,576
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 291289 | Available | 6/9/25
This auto repair shop is centrally located in the Silicon Valley close to downtown Sunnyvale and Mountain View, was established in 2008. It specializes in repairs of all makes and models.
Asking Price
$99,000
Cash flow
$276,228
Revenue
$1,031,088
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 289427 | Available | 6/9/25
Body Shop for Sale in Los Angeles: An Exceptional Opportunity to Own a Well-Established and Profitable Business!
Asking Price
$595,000
Cash flow
$75,000
Revenue
$178,000
Down
$245,000
Posting: 293081 | Available | 6/5/25
This well-established on-site shredding service has been serving both commercial and residential clients throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties since 2007. The owner is retiring and relocating, creating an excellent opportunity for a new operator to take over a solid and reputable business. ...
Asking Price
$245,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$39,500
Posting: 291522 | Available | 6/4/25
Be Your Own Boss with BrakeTimeNow Mobile Brake Service! Launch Your Own Mobile Auto Repair Business with a Proven, Profitable Model. Tired of working for someone else? BrakeTimeNow gives you the keys to your own mobile brake service business under a trusted, recognized brand that customers love.
Asking Price
$39,500
Cash flow
$138,099
Revenue
$243,763
Down
$199,000
Posting: 287119 | Available | 6/3/25
Price reduced! Established relationships with major appliance and home insurance companies (Fidelity, Old Republic, Samsung) guarantee a steady flow of clients. The current owner is hands-on and employs a low-cost, part-time overseas assistant to manage customer requests and scheduling.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$91,831
Revenue
$841,534
Down
$60,000
Posting: 286811 | Available | 6/3/25
Here is a great opportunity to own and operate a national auto service franchise in the South Bay. There is a manager and excellent team in place. Great Location. A dedicated full-time working owner should greatly increase sales and profits at this desirable but underperforming store.
Asking Price
$60,000
Cash flow
$99,608
Revenue
$237,729
Down
$175,000
Posting: 285045 | Available | 6/3/25
Since 2012 this ecological landscape design, garden and installation company mainly serves 45-50 monthly clients in Berkeley, Oakland, Emeryville, Alameda. Deeply rooted in permaculture principles and aesthetic gardening. Dedicated 3-4 reliable and trained staff with annual professional development
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
$158,829
Revenue
$604,350
Down
$105,000
Posting: 287567 | Available | 6/3/25
Auto Glass has been providing high-quality auto glass services for over 21 years,services, including windshield replacement, side, and back window repairs.They specialize in windshield calibration for vehicles equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) .
Asking Price
$700,000
Cash flow
$214,487
Revenue
$1,187,534
Down
$650,000
Posting: 289818 | Available | 6/3/25
Established, highly-rated automotive shop specializing in foreign and domestic vehicle repair. Labor rate is $225/hour, and a service writer is on staff, so the owner is not solely responsible for this role. Located in a very high-end market, the shop features skilled technicians.
Asking Price
$650,000
Cash flow
$195,478
Revenue
$1,050,236
Down
$275,000
Posting: 289936 | Available | 6/3/25
A national auto service franchise with over 2000 locations worldwide with best in class Franchisee Support. Here is a great opportunity to own a unique and high traffic location in South Bay - This approx. 5,000-square-foot store has six bays, five lifts, alignment rack and includes all FF&E.
Asking Price
$275,000
Cash flow
$324,311
Revenue
$1,295,917
Down
$1,400,000
Posting: 285471 | Available | 6/3/25
This establishment is a comprehensive auto repair shop catering to foreign and domestic cars. The owner serves as both the service writer and general manager. The lease includes a spacious fenced outdoor area. Hourly rates are on par with those offered by dealerships.
Asking Price
$1,400,000
Cash flow
$119,065
Revenue
$802,277
Down
$250,000
Posting: 289637 | Available | 5/31/25
Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to own a top-tier franchise backed by a nationally recognized brand. The business is situated at a high-traffic intersection and enjoys unbeatable visibility and steady customer flow. Located in a community with many super commuters.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$373,159
Revenue
$682,560
Down
$688,000
Posting: 290007 | Available | 5/31/25
Great opportunity and timing to purchase this profitable, well-run septic service/ sanitation contractor located in Los Angeles County. Requires a C-42, C-36 or a Class A contracting license and a commercial driver license. Well-equipped and with a reputation for excellent service,
Asking Price
$688,000
Bldg Size
4,538 Sq.Ft
Typical Floor Size
4,538 Sq.Ft
Year Built
2005
Posting: 290511 | Available | 5/28/25
Commercial Plus, LLC is pleased to present Best Tire, LLC, a tire and auto repair business with real estate in Kingman, Arizona. With a loyal customer base, high-quality equipment, and prime highway frontage, this business is an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator.
Asking Price
$739,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 291402 | Available | 5/27/25
Established in the community for over 40 years, this business has a positive community reputation and a solid staff. This is one of the leading transmission and auto repair brands in the country. Truly a Turn Key Business Operation that will thrive in a growing market.
Asking Price
$80,000
Cash flow
$250,000
Revenue
$960,000
Down
$525,000
Posting: 285401 | Available | 5/27/25
PRICE REDUCED - Swimming pool maintenance and repair business, specializing in servicing residential and commercial swimming pools, spas and water features. It is cost effective and customized for all types of swimming pools. It is licensed, bonded; the business adheres to State Health codes.
Asking Price
$525,000
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
$1,000,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285683 | Available | 5/23/25
This is a tire & auto repair business for sale. This business has been there for over 59 years. They have good Yelp reviews. Rent is $7,000 and the size of the store is 3,200 sq ft. There are total 7 bays (1 single +3 double). The owner is managing the store and care customers.
Asking Price
$439,999
Cash flow
$156,809
Revenue
$517,582
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292581 | Available | 5/22/25
Profitable, home-based HVAC and appliance repair company leverages skilled independent contractors for installations, seasonal maintenance, and complex fixes. Strong demand for climate-control solutions, aging housing stock, and recurring breakdown cycles create a recession-proof, expanding market.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$105,020
Revenue
$823,952
Down
$195,000
Posting: 286798 | Available | 5/20/25
A national auto service franchise with over 2000 locations worldwide with best in class Franchisee Support. Here is a great opportunity to own a unique and high traffic location in South Bay - This approx. 5,000-square-foot store has six bays, five lifts, alignment rack and includes all FF&E.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
$105,020
Revenue
$823,952
Down
$195,000
Posting: 289937 | Available | 5/20/25
A national auto service franchise with over 2000 locations worldwide with best in class Franchisee Support. Here is a great opportunity to own a unique and high traffic location in South Bay - This approx. 5,000-square-foot store has six bays, five lifts, alignment rack and includes all FF&E.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
$125,917
Revenue
$410,384
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292613 | Available | 5/20/25
Long-established landscape maintenance business for sale, specializing in maintaining apartment complexes, business centers, and residential rentals. Solid client base, including many long-term clients. Ideal for a buyer looking for a steady and profitable operation with growth potential.
Asking Price
$295,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
N/A
Posting: 285421 | Available | 5/18/25
For sale 8 bays mechanic shop with smog check and repairs. (Assets Sale) It is located in Escondido, CA. Rent is at $1.65/foot per month. The building size is about 4,700 SQ/FT. The lease is 1 year plus 2/5 years options (asset sale). It has 8 bays and the asking price is $100,000.
Asking Price
$100,000
Cash flow
$136,000
Revenue
$735,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292798 | Available | 5/15/25
This robust commercial janitorial services company, located in San Diego, generates revenue through recurring janitorial contracts for commercial properties, providing services such as daily janitorial tasks, day porter services, one-time cleanups, construction cleanups, floor care, and supply servi
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
$110,000
Revenue
$145,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 270301 | Available | 5/15/25
Interiorscapes provides consistent, quality interior plantscape design, installation and maintenance for their clients. They customized every interior plant design to fit the needs of their clients, taking in the requirements of each architectural style, traffic pattern and light source.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
$2,000,000
Revenue
$16,000,000
Down
$6,250,000
Posting: 288821 | Available | 5/15/25
Highly Profitable Fast Growing Nevada Based Full-Service Plumbing Company - Perfect MEP Rollup - SC2204 Building & Construction Businesses for Sale Primary Category: Plumbing Businesses for Sale
Asking Price
$6,250,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$550,149
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292103 | Available | 6/9/25
This HVAC company has been excelling in installations, maintenance and repairs across Las Vegas and its surrounding suburbs since 1978. Sales have primarily been driven by referrals from satisfied customers. With a dedicated team of two full-time technicians.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$749,000
Posting: 285011 | Available | 6/6/25
This Northern California-based auto repair business is a California Sole Proprietorship that has been in operation for the past 41 years, since 1983, under ownership of the founder. Located in Northern California, they service customers in an approximate 30-mile radius from their location.
Asking Price
$749,000
Cash flow
$215,000
Revenue
$1,000,000
Down
$411,750
Posting: 288351 | Available | 6/5/25
Market Leading Auto Paint and Collision Repair Franchise in Northern California - SC2197 Automotive & Boat Businesses for Sale Primary Category: Auto Repair & Service Shops for Sale
Asking Price
$549,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$800,000
Down
$349,000
Posting: 290061 | Available | 2/3/25
Auto Body & Painting Service Facility Turn-Key Opportunity with Real Estate. This trusted, family-owned auto body and painting facility has served the community for 36 years, earning a stellar reputation for quality craftsmanship, friendly service, and timely work.
Asking Price
$349,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$10,000,000
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 277083 | Available | 12/13/22
Well established leader in contractor demolition. Concrete demolition and excavation company with more than 30 years of exceptional business track record vetting buyers. 10 million+ in annual sales. Buildings, roads, bridges, runways, and general construction projects with over a 35-year record.
Asking Price
$10,000,000
Cash flow
$3,594
Revenue
$12,949
Down
CALL
Posting: 283446 | Available | 10/18/23
Our client has an AI-driven web-based software that turbocharges the hiring processes. It also keeps hiring locally with job posters or ads attracting nearby talent to area employers posting job openings. Our client's app is user-friendly, fast, and easy for employers and potential employees.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$88,996
Revenue
$1,028,141
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292502 | Available | 4/29/25
Prominent and Profitable Hydraulic Repair Business WITH MANAGEMENT IN PLACE.
Asking Price
$500,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
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Posting: 290144 | Available | 1/13/25
Why start from scratch when you can acquire a highly reputable, well-established moving and storage business with decades of success, built-in brand recognition, and an on-site repair shop?
Asking Price
$950,000
Cash flow
$110,469
Revenue
$177,203
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 290261 | Available | 1/21/25
Seize the chance to acquire a successful, home-based cleaning business specializing in air duct, dryer vent, mattress, upholstery, carpet, tile, and wood floor cleaning.
Asking Price
$170,000
Cash flow
$46,171
Revenue
$96,160
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292665 | Available | 5/7/25
A trusted appliance repair provider based in San Diego!
Asking Price
$110,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$221,745
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292142 | Available | 4/15/25
Well established landscape maintenance business with over 20 years of experience, specializing in comprehensive services for single-family residential, commercial, HOA, and multifamily properties. Certified SNWA Smart Start Contractor and Smart Controller Installer.
Asking Price
$229,500
Cash flow
$458,000
Revenue
$2,150,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 276028 | Available | 1/7/25
This 30-year-old industrial cleaning distribution business has two locations to service Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties. This company boasts over 650 customers with 7 employees, two customer service locations, and trucks to operate the business.
Asking Price
$1,300,000
Cash flow
$81,000
Revenue
$585,000
Down
$81,000
Posting: 291316 | Available | 3/29/25
This well-established general auto repair shop has been serving the community for 15 years under the same ownership. Specializing in servicing all makes and models, the business has built a strong reputation for quality work and honest service, resulting in a loyal base of repeat customers.
Asking Price
$105,000
Cash flow
$80,000
Revenue
$286,184
Down
$135,000
Posting: 273276 | Available | 2/16/24
This specialty maintenance firm has provided post-construction cleaning services to general contractors (60%-70% of the business), architects, and upscale homeowners in the greater Los Angeles area for over 12 years. The majority of the company's business is now recurring and referral based.
Asking Price
$135,000
Cash flow
$105,020
Revenue
$823,952
Down
$195,000
Posting: 286798 | Available | 5/20/25
A national auto service franchise with over 2000 locations worldwide with best in class Franchisee Support. Here is a great opportunity to own a unique and high traffic location in South Bay - This approx. 5,000-square-foot store has six bays, five lifts, alignment rack and includes all FF&E.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
Call
Revenue
$980,000
Down
Call
Posting: 261589 | Available | 10/1/21
LOWER PRICE & INCLUDES INVENTORY. Room to grow servicing the Antelope Valley with quality merchandise and 420 supplies for the grower. Offering a long Ten Year History of great relationships, trust, and dozens of five star Google reviews. 245,000 plus inventory, assumable lease through August 2024.
Asking Price
$149,950
Cash flow
$105,020
Revenue
$823,952
Down
$195,000
Posting: 289937 | Available | 5/20/25
A national auto service franchise with over 2000 locations worldwide with best in class Franchisee Support. Here is a great opportunity to own a unique and high traffic location in South Bay - This approx. 5,000-square-foot store has six bays, five lifts, alignment rack and includes all FF&E.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
$218,941
Revenue
$452,624
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 291025 | Available | 4/21/25
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable plumbing business with a powerful digital footprint. The current owners were smart enough to quickly establish a brand that yields them top three SEO positioning on Google, along with 170+ Five-Star Google reviews.
Asking Price
$385,000
Cash flow
$2,122,240
Revenue
$14,528,865
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 289604 | Available | 11/23/24
Our client is a multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm, specializing in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) services tailored to the architectural and construction industries. With over 80 years of combined expertise.
Asking Price
$12,000,000
Cash flow
$20,000
Revenue
$22,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292571 | Available | 5/1/25
Seize the opportunity to own a fully operational carpet cleaning business, complete with a top-of-the-line Mercedes van. This business comes fully stocked with all the tools, spare parts, and cleaning supplies needed to ensure years of success.
Asking Price
$65,000
Cash flow
$500,000
Revenue
$3,000,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 275784 | Available | 8/17/23
This is an established body shop in the east bay area. They are working with 7-8 different insurance companies including the car store company. There are long-time experienced employees. The costs of goods are $65,000 per month. Labor is $45,000. The monthly net profit is $40,000.
Asking Price
$690,000
Cash flow
$75,000
Revenue
$178,000
Down
$245,000
Posting: 293081 | Available | 6/5/25
This well-established on-site shredding service has been serving both commercial and residential clients throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties since 2007. The owner is retiring and relocating, creating an excellent opportunity for a new operator to take over a solid and reputable business. ...
Asking Price
$245,000
Cash flow
$119,065
Revenue
$802,277
Down
$250,000
Posting: 289637 | Available | 5/31/25
Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to own a top-tier franchise backed by a nationally recognized brand. The business is situated at a high-traffic intersection and enjoys unbeatable visibility and steady customer flow. Located in a community with many super commuters.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$1,335,545
Revenue
$3,181,385
Down
$430,000
Posting: 289540 | Available | 11/22/24
A semi-absentee owner style business with a seasoned GM in place. Established 32 years with an expanding customer base, and highly profitable. Part of a national franchise. No automotive background required to qualify. The owner's retirement prompts sale.
Asking Price
$4,250,000
Cash flow
$470,317
Revenue
$1,925,938
Down
$191,250
Posting: 285991 | In Contract | 4/4/24
This acquisition opportunity is for an established landscape construction and maintenance company that has been serving Silicon Valley, CA for 37 years. The company specializes in high-end residential landscaping projects and swimming pool projects.
Asking Price
$1,275,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 287499 | Available | 3/17/25
For sale is a long time established janitorial supply company for over 30 years. Well known in the local area with extremely good books and records. This business includes multiple long-term accounts that contribute to consistent and amazing cashflow. The business does include the real estate.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
Cash flow
$110,000
Revenue
$145,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 270301 | Available | 5/15/25
Interiorscapes provides consistent, quality interior plantscape design, installation and maintenance for their clients. They customized every interior plant design to fit the needs of their clients, taking in the requirements of each architectural style, traffic pattern and light source.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
$144,000
Revenue
$360,000
Down
$150,000
Posting: 285338 | Available | 6/17/24
For sale is a golf repair & authorized dealer store with high net income in Long Beach. Business hours are from 10-6pm and Sat 10-4pm. Sunday closed. It is an easy operation. The same owner wants to retire after 36 years operating. Rare opportunity inventory needs to be paid by the buyer separately.
Asking Price
$210,000
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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Laundry consulting, due diligence, buyer representation: We preview laundries for you and evaluate them. 28 years laundry industry experience: buying, selling, valuing, retooling, analyzing, consulting services for laundry buyers and entrepreneurs in California. Contact us today about our services.
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Cheryl's a restaurant business broker, over 25 years in the bar and restaurant industry coupled with a J.D. Cheryl works tirelessly to create successful strategies and effective negotiations for those who wish to purchase a new or sell an existing bar, restaurant, cafe, or night club. 415-309-2722
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When seeking large SBA business acquisition financing loans, it helps to review seller's add backs (cash flow analysis) as a source of funding to service the debt. Peter Siegel, MBA - SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder covers this specific topic for business buyers, owner/sellers, agents, business brokers.
In my experience working with the "right banks and financial institutions" repayment ability sometimes overrules collateral pledged by someone needing financing for a business purchase or a down payment. Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen's ProBuy, ProSell Lead Facilitator explores this important 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.
Valuing a small business is not guess work. It's not what some other businesses of the same type may have or may not have been sold for, it's not even what a business owner "feels" they want or deserve. It is a formula based on many factors. Peter Siegel, MBA from BizBen & others discuss this topic.
