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Posting: 288506 | Available | 9/17/24
For sale is a car auto and installation shop that does sales, rentals, and service. This is a cash business but the buyer is to verify. Spanish speaking buyer preferred.
Asking Price
$1,400,000
Cash flow
$177,547
Revenue
$1,112,237
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Posting: 288497 | Available | 9/16/24
This auto repair shop, located in South Santa Clara County, was established in 1987. It is located at one of the busiest intersections in the city not far from the freeway. This 5-star rated shop attracted a loyal local following and several commercial accounts by going the extra mile.
Asking Price
$645,000
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Posting: 285085 | Available | 9/5/24
For sale is an established, family-owned automotive repair and service shop located in the city of Santa Clara, California. The business has been thriving for almost 10 years. The shop has 5,000+sq ft. for auto repair. The owner works with one employee.
Asking Price
$295,000
Cash flow
$250,000
Revenue
$960,000
Down
$115,000
Posting: 285401 | In Escrow | 9/3/24
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
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Revenue
$985,000
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Posting: 287662 | Available | 7/22/24
For sale is an auto body and paint shop located in a prime Van Nuys location on Body Shop Row. This property features 30 customer parking spaces, including handicap parking, as well as large front and rear outdoor areas that can be used as additional workspaces for tenting and expansion.
Asking Price
$849,500
Cash flow
$226,000
Revenue
$964,000
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Posting: 287494 | Available | 7/10/24
For sale is a General Auto Repair business in North County San Diego. Operating since 1995, it has a long, consistent history of profitability and a great reputation in the community with 5-star ratings. The shop is 6,000 sq ft with 9 bays, including an alignment machine and a smog test station.
Asking Price
$629,000
Cash flow
$10,000
Revenue
$375,907
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Posting: 287381 | Available | 7/1/24
The auto haul industry stands at a critical crossroads, making now the ideal time to seize market opportunities through the strategic application of AI, ML, and LLM technologies. Historically, this sector has lagged in technological adoption, creating a ripe landscape for transformation and innovate
Asking Price
$10,000,000
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
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,236,618
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Posting: 286818 | Available | 5/29/24
Opportunity to buy a well-established auto repair shop on a busy street. Full-service center with 40+ years of quality and reliability. Ideal for new or expanding business owners. Includes training, support, and equipment. Contact us for details and to schedule a viewing. Don't miss out!
Asking Price
$685,000
Cash flow
$560,000
Revenue
$2,700,000
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Posting: 286707 | Available | 5/22/24
This highly successful personal concierge and lifestyle management company has focused on making other people's lives easier. As its client base grew, so did its range of services. So did its profitability. Initially, services included absentee home check services for part-time homeowners.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
Cash flow
$278,724
Revenue
$4,826,426
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Posting: 286592 | Available | 5/15/24
This Company provides HVAC and Insulation services. Services include HVAC Installation, Insulation Installation, Air Duct Cleaning, Radiant Barrier Installation and more, A company culture of focused on quality workmanship and extraordinary customer service have reflected in A+ Ratings.
Asking Price
$2,000,000
Cash flow
$341,997
Revenue
$800,606
Down
$5,500,000
Posting: 283990 | Available | 4/24/24
For sale is a comprehensive, built-out and turn-key truck services center. There is approximately 4.5 acres of real estate included. It is in a major north-south travel corridor. Their FDOT average daily traffic count is 18,400.
Asking Price
$5,500,000
Cash flow
$344,067
Revenue
$1,408,879
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Posting: 284831 | Available | 4/10/24
Immerse yourself in a lucrative opportunity to acquire a leading expert in playground safety, offering a spectrum of services from initial audits to periodic inspections, maintenance, and repair. This business understands the crucial reality that there are no completely safe playgrounds.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
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
$1,070,000
Revenue
$10,900,000
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Posting: 285430 | Available | 3/1/24
This Company provides operations and maintenance services tailored for the wind energy sector, offering both expertise and cost-effective solutions. The Company was formed in 2019 and has been profitable every year since then.
Asking Price
$5,200,000
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
$463,026
Revenue
$2,567,611
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Posting: 284356 | In Contract | 1/22/24
Available for sale is this well-established and profitable Master Franchise business in the commercial cleaning industry that links commercial facilities with janitorial service providers.
Asking Price
$1,800,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$1,400,000
Down
$130,000
Posting: 284053 | Available | 11/28/23
This is a well-established, top brand full-service automotive repair franchise (not a start-up) with an incredibly good reputation and unprecedented national recognition. The business provides a great lifestyle with family-friendly operating hours. The company specializes in complete car care.
Asking Price
$650,000
Cash flow
$1,100,000
Revenue
$4,676,582
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Posting: 283613 | Available | 10/31/23
This is South Florida's best in truly unique, custom holiday decor, locally owned & operated, serving the commercial and residential community since 2000! From dazzling tree lighting to custom holiday displays, they specialize in creating festive, enchanting and memorable holiday experiences.
Asking Price
$5,750,000
Cash flow
$3,594
Revenue
$12,949
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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
$500,000
Revenue
$3,000,000
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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
$505,087
Revenue
$2,889,392
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Posting: 281859 | Available | 7/31/23
This listing is for a commercial maintenance coating company that has served Central and North Alabama for 70 years. As the third-generation approaches retirement it is time for the business to be handed off.
Asking Price
$1,806,000
Cash flow
$935,829
Revenue
$2,201,687
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Posting: 276224 | In Escrow | 4/2/23
For 40 years, this profitable, well-established company has provided high-quality electrical and lighting services to commercial and industrial customers throughout Southern California. Low customer concentration and growth opportunities since there is no marketing currently.
Asking Price
$3,500,000
Cash flow
1,000,000 plus
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Posting: 257529 | Available | 3/14/23
After 25 years of estatablished business sell to retire and focus on real estate development projects. 2023 on track to show over $1,000,000 in owner benifit. Company includes $400K of hard asset, and Land with house for sale or lease/option.
Asking Price
$4,000,000
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$10,000,000
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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
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Posting: 266053 | Available | 11/21/22
Established in 1979, the owners of this longtime respected glass and window company are retiring and ready to hand this heirloom business off to its new operators. It is located in a 2,800 sq ft. retail/shop building with a 600 sq ft. office/showroom and a 2,200 sq ft. shop.
Asking Price
$149,000
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$165,000
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Posting: 275006 | Available | 7/8/22
This pool supply store located in Central California and has become a fixture in the community and enjoys a strong, loyal clientele. With over 20 years of experience and a reputation for providing fair and quality work, this business is in a perfect position for a new owner to capitalize on the fram
Asking Price
$244,000
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Posting: 263995 | Available | 6/17/22
This is an opportunity to own one of the largest collections of antique plumbing fixtures and parts in the United States - at a discounted price! The inventory ranges from beautiful, turn-of-the-century clawfoot tubs and rib-cage showers, to beautifully decorated China toilets and sinks!
Asking Price
$349,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$749,000
Posting: 285011 | Available | 5/10/25
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
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$550,149
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Posting: 292103 | Available | 5/12/25
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
$108,081
Revenue
$1,018,929
Down
$250,000
Posting: 288320 | Available | 5/8/25
This company has been providing quality pool and spa services and supplies to Northern California for 40+ years. The company provides maintenance and repair service, equipment sales and installation and general pool supplies. Sales average $1M consistently year over year.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$215,000
Revenue
$1,000,000
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$525,000
Posting: 288351 | Available | 5/8/25
This Northern Californian Auto Paint and Collision Repair Franchise is a California Sub-Chapter S Corporation that has been in existence for 11 years and under current ownership for the past 5 years.
Asking Price
$700,000
Cash flow
$125,917
Revenue
$410,384
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Posting: 292613 | Available | 5/13/25
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
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$2,310,000
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Posting: 292634 | Available | 5/6/25
Operating with a California C10 Electrical Contractors license this established electrical contracting business has been in in operation for over 35 years. The business specializes in residential solar panel installation, repair, maintenance, solar energy storage battery systems.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$119,645
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Posting: 290236 | Available | 3/5/25
This is your opportunity to own a motorcycle repair shop that provides service for all powersports brands. They offer maintenance and repair, as well as performance upgrades for motorcycles (street and off-road), ATVs & UTVs.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$276,228
Revenue
$1,031,088
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Posting: 289427 | Available | 3/3/25
Body Shop for Sale in Los Angeles: An Exceptional Opportunity to Own a Well-Established and Profitable Business!
Asking Price
$700,000
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Posting: 291322 | Available | 3/29/25
This turnkey auto repair shop offers a favorable lease in a high-traffic area of Fullerton. With a well-equipped facility and secure yard space, this is a great opportunity for an experienced operator.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$150,000
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$150,000
Posting: 290047 | Available | 4/11/25
Here's your chance to own a well-established plumbing business with a 24-year legacy of excellence and a stellar reputation. This single-owner-operated business comes with solid, long-term contracts and equipment including truck, ensuring steady income and growth opportunities. Contact me today!
Asking Price
325,000 (reduced!)
Cash flow
$303,000
Revenue
$1,443,000
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Posting: 288299 | Available | 4/9/25
RV Specialists is truly a one-stop shop for all RV enthusiasts Historical Rout 66 - Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga 20 years lease, rent $11,800 NNN per mo.
Asking Price
$975,000
Cash flow
$55,767
Revenue
$273,000
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Posting: 288436 | Available | 3/6/25
The Seller, who has been a plumber for the last 40 years has spent the last 12 years building the business into the community fixture it is today. Known for its strong reputation for quality and service, the Company focuses on residential work and residential property management clients.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$119,065
Revenue
$802,277
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$250,000
Posting: 289637 | Available | 2/3/25
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
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$250,000
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$250,000
Posting: 290970 | Available | 3/6/25
Located in Palm Desert and Serving the Coachella Valley since 1982. Palm Desert Auto is a full-service auto repair shop providing high quality workmanship in all areas of their shop.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$20,000
Revenue
$22,000
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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
$349,000
Revenue
$3,400,000
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Posting: 283699 | Available | 1/21/25
This is a high-end, professional, family-owned business specializing in top-quality equipment for agriculture and landscaping. The business is known for its focus on providing farmers with the equipment they need to run efficient and productive operations.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
Cash flow
$500,000
Revenue
$3,000,000
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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
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$39,500
Posting: 291522 | Available | 4/9/25
Be Your Own Boss with BrakeTimeNow Mobile Brake Service! Operate a Unique Auto Repair Business with a Proven Mobile Model! Are you ready to take control of your career and become your own boss? This is your opportunity to operate a high-demand mobile brake service business.
Asking Price
$39,500
Cash flow
$91,831
Revenue
$700,000
Down
$60,000
Posting: 286796 | Available | 3/29/25
Great Value & High Potential, Established Franchise Auto Care, with best in class Franchisee Support. Here is a great opportunity to own a unique and high traffic location in San Jose - This approx. 5,000-square-foot store has six bays, five lifts, alignment rack and includes all FF&E.
Asking Price
$60,000
Cash flow
$140,000
Revenue
$180,000
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Posting: 292472 | Available | 4/28/25
This highly profitable Vegetation Management Services business (home based) in Southwest and South Central Idaho boasts established government and commercial contracts. Operating seasonally from mid-March to mid-August, it offers significant growth potential by expanding into the fall.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$195,478
Revenue
$1,050,236
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$275,000
Posting: 289936 | Available | 2/5/25
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
$373,159
Revenue
$682,560
Down
$688,000
Posting: 290007 | Available | 3/18/25
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
Cash flow
$177,547
Revenue
$1,112,237
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Posting: 288497 | Available | 9/16/24
This auto repair shop, located in South Santa Clara County, was established in 1987. It is located at one of the busiest intersections in the city not far from the freeway. This 5-star rated shop attracted a loyal local following and several commercial accounts by going the extra mile.
Asking Price
$645,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$140,752
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Posting: 292067 | Available | 4/15/25
SELLER CARRY FINANCING available for qualified Buyer with $40,000 down payment and a note for the balance of $29,900 payable over two years at 5% interest!. EMAIL NOW before it is gone! For the fastest reply to your inquiry, please use this ad's email reply!
Asking Price
$69,900
Cash flow
$218,723
Revenue
$490,671
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Posting: 292581 | Available | 5/1/25
A trusted and reliable appliance repair company that operates from the comfort of a home-based setting. With a focus on providing exceptional service, timely repairs, and competitive pricing, this company has carved a niche for itself.
Asking Price
$300,000
Cash flow
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$256,581
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Posting: 292171 | Available | 4/15/25
This highly reputable, owner-operated plumbing business has been serving the greater Atlanta area since 2016, focusing on residential service calls. Specializing in repair and maintenance rather than new construction or large remodeling projects, the business has built a loyal customer base.
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,068,085
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Posting: 288903 | Available | 10/13/24
The Company owns and operates two entities that work in tandem to create a comprehensive management unit for short-term rentals. Entity 1 is a platform that handles marketing and hosting, while Entity 2 holds separate contracts with the same (and some additional) clients for other services.
Asking Price
$1,575,000
Cash flow
$269,175
Revenue
$1,216,969
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Posting: 287353 | Available | 10/29/24
The business provides specialty appliance and related products to homeowners and contractors. The company sells a range of manufacturer lines, and its revenues are generated from installing specialty appliances, retail store sales, and repairs and maintenance services.
Asking Price
$750,000
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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.
