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Posting: 286386 | Available | 5/2/24
An established shoe repair business is up for sale in Monrovia, San Gabriel Valley, LA County, operating at the same location for over 30 years. It earns 60k+ annually from repeat customers alone, without any ads. With fantastic Yelp and Google reviews and low rent at $1,200/month.
Asking Price
$49,000
Cash flow
$200,000
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Posting: 274297 | Available | 5/2/24
For sale is a phone repair shop in the Fishermen's Wharf area. The price has been reduced. The size is 670 sq. ft and the rent is $10,000. It is a semi-absentee owner business and the owner manages and orders products. There are two employees. The monthly gross is $60,000.
Asking Price
$475,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$120,000
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Posting: 284893 | Available | 5/2/24
This is a high-quality, ASE-certified auto repair shop for sale in Fremont. The shop is clean and roomy. This is not your typical tech shop where it is dirty and messy with parts. There are shared parking spaces with another auto shop next to it. It is approximately 2,400 square feet with 7 bays.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$81,000
Revenue
$443,000
Down
$260,000
Posting: 285904 | Available | 5/1/24
Body Shop, which has been established for 41 years, is the premier auto body shop in Riverside, CA, providing superior auto body services since 1982. The shop specializes in various automotive services ranging from expert collision repair and undetectable color matching.
Asking Price
$260,000
Cash flow
$88,000
Revenue
$175,000
Down
$165,000
Posting: 285885 | Available | 5/1/24
This established mobile truck and trailer repair service, with a history spanning over 60 years, is now on the market. The current proprietor, having dedicated 47 years to its operation, is seeking retirement and looking to pass on the business.
Asking Price
$165,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$2,419,000
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Posting: 284875 | Available | 5/1/24
Seller ready to retire. Price Reduced to $1,180,000 while performance improved! Large outdoor store in a busy and centrally located shopping center selling to those who find their passion in the mountains, on the water, up a trail, or down a snowy slope. It has been in almost 40 years in business.
Asking Price
$1,180,000
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Posting: 285085 | Available | 4/30/24
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
$275,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,000,000
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Posting: 282541 | Available | 4/30/24
This is an established plumbing contractor business located in the West Los Angeles Area is offered for sale after serving their clients for the past 27 years. The business has annual gross sales running approximately 1,000,000
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
$304,975
Revenue
$1,168,332
Down
$50,000
Posting: 283471 | Available | 4/29/24
Never more than now is a great time to own an auto service business. With new car inventory scarce, striking workers, and the highest used car values in decades, people are holding on to their used cars longer. Translation, more cars to fix, and maintenance. It has had the same owner since 1983!
Asking Price
$499,000
Cash flow
$2,381,247
Revenue
$32,972,358
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Posting: 286333 | Available | 4/29/24
For sale is an established plumbing construction and maintenance company based in California with ~$30mm backlog. It has a diversified client base including commercial, industrial, and high rise residential projects in both the public and private sectors. They have a solid employee roster.
Asking Price
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Cash flow
$304,800
Revenue
$1,653,000
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Posting: 286328 | Available | 4/29/24
For sale is a 26 year old auto repair business located in prime area of South Orange County. It is 13,000 sq ft with 22 ft ceilings. There is additional outdoor parking for 35 cars. They are increasing revenue year after year with clean financials.
Asking Price
$851,000
Cash flow
$71,220
Revenue
$205,165
Down
$10,000
Posting: 283615 | Available | 4/29/24
This is extraordinary, turnkey chance awaits you with the availability of a flourishing cellphone and computer repair store strategically located in Riverside County. This business has established a solid reputation for delivering high-quality repair services. Currently catering to all major brands.
Asking Price
$59,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 286280 | Available | 4/26/24
A family-owned and operated auto repair business is for sale in Sunnyvale, CA, one of the major cities within California's high-tech area, known as Silicon Valley. This shop is ASE certified and services all makes and models, including BMW, Mercedes, and Volkswagen.
Asking Price
$120,000
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
Bldg Size
1,347 Sq.Ft
Typical Floor Size
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Posting: 286250 | Available | 4/24/24
Discover the potential of this former Gas Station property on busy Willow Pass Road. The fuel tanks and equipment have been removed, and there are no environmental issues just endless possibilities! You could turn it into a bustling retail spot or use the existing building for different businesses.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
Cash flow
$427,741
Revenue
$2,899,885
Down
$1,200,222
Posting: 278295 | Available | 4/24/24
New lower price! This company has over 40 years of experience in California's landscape construction and maintenance sectors. This company's stellar reputation and lengthy client list have enabled it to be an industry go to company. The business has concentrated on offering a wide variety.
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
$225,886
Revenue
$541,975
Down
$652,500
Posting: 285858 | Available | 4/23/24
This business is perfect for the PCOC who wants to instantly grow their business. Currently registered in 8 counties and highly profitable. High cash flow, amazing reputation with fabulous reviews. Been in business for over two decades. Residential and commercial.
Asking Price
$725,000
Cash flow
$633,475
Revenue
$2,004,536
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Posting: 286231 | Available | 4/22/24
This well drilling and pump service business is an excellent opportunity to own a profitable California agriculture based business currently serving the central region. The company currently has a 3 month backlog on permitted jobs and 2 month waitlist with two drilling rigs running 5 days a week.
Asking Price
$2,250,000
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Posting: 284169 | Available | 4/22/24
This is a great gas station with market and mechanic shop. It is located in Alameda County between I-580 and I-880. The owner claims an average of 40,000 gallons at a $1.40 margin that seller will proof that. The market does $20,000 at 35% margin. The mechanic shop is leased for monthly rent $5,000.
Asking Price
$3,300,000
Cash flow
$60,549
Revenue
$166,479
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$250,000
Posting: 285045 | Available | 4/22/24
A reputable landscape design and maintenance firm. For more than 12 years this ecological landscape and floral design company has served the interior and exterior landscape design and maintenance needs of the East Bay community. Monthly maintenance has kept client retention consistent.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$110,180
Revenue
$181,182
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$225,000
Posting: 285048 | Available | 4/22/24
For sale is an office cleaning service across the San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula. Offerings encompass comprehensive office dusting and cleaning, meticulous bathroom maintenance, advanced floor treatment and cleaning, along with thorough carpet cleaning solutions.
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
$220,000
Revenue
$935,000
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Posting: 286195 | Available | 4/19/24
Built on a foundation of loyal clientele, the business excels in delivering swift and competitive repairs. Its strategic location within an automotive commerce hub has facilitated an impressive 15% growth over the past year. The business offers a comprehensive range of repair services, from routine.
Asking Price
$525,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$240,000
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$85,000
Posting: 285686 | Available | 4/19/24
For sale is a well-established auto repair shop in the city of San Bernardino. The owner finally wants to retire after 14 years working at the same location. Its size is about 1,400 sqft with 3 bays and lots of parking space. The current rent is just $1,910. All the tools are included in the sale.
Asking Price
$84,000
Cash flow
$60,000
Revenue
$200,000
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Posting: 284749 | Available | 4/19/24
The owner is retiring and is selling her family-owned window cleaning company with two employees and two trucks. They have an updated data base of over 6,700 clients with approximately 70% residential and 30% commercial clients. They are mostly repeat clients. It is home based.
Asking Price
$99,900
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$449,000
Posting: 285308 | Available | 4/19/24
Burbank body shop, for an asset sale, is a hard to find body and paint shop. Established and reputable, this full-service collision repair center specializes in luxury vehicles, offering top-tier painting, and mechanical repairs. Strategically located on a busy avenue in L.A.
Asking Price
$449,000
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Posting: 286188 | Available | 4/18/24
In the HVAC industry, we're the epitome of innovation and reliability. Blending craftsmanship with cutting-edge tech, we ensure comfort and efficiency. Our mission? Beyond temperature control. We offer adaptable, sustainable solutions, leading the way in energy-efficient HVAC systems.
Asking Price
$499,000
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
$1,000,000
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Posting: 285683 | Available | 4/18/24
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
$729,999
Cash flow
$101,200
Revenue
$260,000
Down
$169,000
Posting: 277241 | Available | 4/16/24
For sale is a well-established auto repair shop with a history spanning 31 years, prominently located on a major high-traffic boulevard in an auto center building. The shop benefits from its 2,800 square-foot unit that offers excellent visibility, easy access, and ample parking.
Asking Price
$169,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$550
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Posting: 274482 | Available | 5/12/24
Top brand blinds, shades, shutters, etc retail. Easy to operate profitable and potential business even without advertisements or marketing. Ideal location on a high-traffic major street and the hub of Silicon Valley. Increasing sales yearly with many repeat & new customers. Price was lowered.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$907,962
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$125,000
Posting: 283950 | Available | 5/11/24
This is a fully equipped retail tire sales and service center for sale. The sale includes $50,000 of inventory. Price can be reduced by the inventory amount if Buyer does not wish to take over the inventory. Property is available for sale at $2,490,000 or can be leased.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$91,624
Revenue
$161,933
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Posting: 283581 | Available | 5/15/24
For sale is this home-based cleaning business that's ready for its next owner. With an impressive 14-year track record, this cleaning business has built a stellar reputation in San Diego. Trust and credibility are already established, setting you up for success from day one.
Asking Price
$170,000
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Posting: 285889 | Available | 5/13/24
This is a gated auto repair shop with Smog Star and a brake & lamp station since 1990. It is located on a corner with great visibility. Equipment and tools are included in the sale. The new owner can take it over and start to make money immediately.
Asking Price
$220,000
Cash flow
$112,000
Revenue
$700,000
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Posting: 283829 | Available | 11/13/23
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a highly reputable residential landscaping company that has established itself as one of the leading service providers in Worcester County The owner is seeking to sell the business, (including all inventory, furniture, fixtures, equipment and vehicles).
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$251,360
Revenue
$778,000
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Posting: 286018 | Available | 4/6/24
This lucrative business offers a prime chance within the thriving Septic Industry by providing a wide array of services, from installation to repairs, system upgrades, and demolition work. Catering to diverse client needs, it ensures comprehensive solutions from start to finish.
Asking Price
$549,000
Cash flow
$160,000
Revenue
$400,000
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Posting: 284221 | Available | 1/15/24
Seize this rare opportunity to own a turnkey, highly profitable cell phone repair & sales business. Strategically located in a bustling regional shopping center, this established venture boasts a 12-year track record and a loyal customer base, validated by stellar online reviews.
Asking Price
$299,888
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Posting: 285144 | Available | 4/15/24
OWNER VERY MOTIVATED!!! This HVAC business is consistently the highest-rated company of its kind in the area. With 600 reviews on Google that average 4.9 stars. There is a full staff of techs in place and supporting employees to make this a very customer service-focused business.
Asking Price
$895,000
Cash flow
$80,000
Revenue
$286,184
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$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
$225,000
Revenue
$820,000
Down
$320,000
Posting: 284926 | Available | 3/4/24
For sale is an auto body & frame repair shop 38 years in business. The original owner is retiring. It is profitable, well-established, real turnkey, and has long-term employees & loyal customers. 10,000 SF (fully licensed and bonded) facility with a spray booth. The parking lot can hold 20 cars.
Asking Price
$320,000
Cash flow
$190,000
Revenue
$985,000
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Posting: 285681 | Available | 3/21/24
This is a 6,000 sq ft. auto repair business with 1/2 acre fenced in lot with parking for 35 cars. Thirty four year history of consistent profitability. Stellar reputation in the community with 5 star Yelp and Google ratings. Owner doesn't do any type of marketing. Seller owns the property.
Asking Price
$474,000
Cash flow
$99,094
Revenue
$526,222
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Posting: 285809 | Available | 5/6/24
This long established Merry Maid Franchise provides dependable average income, and has great potential to grow. Join a winning team with a success formula to follow. No experience necessary.
Asking Price
$259,000
Cash flow
507m000
Revenue
$1,992,000
Down
$1,992,000
Posting: 286555 | Available | 5/13/24
For sale is a very profitable remediation and restoration company servicing South Florida for the past fourteen years. This is an established word-of-mouth referral business that is well-known for excellent service, reliability, and high-quality workmanship.
Asking Price
1m500,000
Cash flow
$2,381,247
Revenue
$32,972,358
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Posting: 286333 | Available | 4/29/24
For sale is an established plumbing construction and maintenance company based in California with ~$30mm backlog. It has a diversified client base including commercial, industrial, and high rise residential projects in both the public and private sectors. They have a solid employee roster.
Asking Price
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Posting: 283090 | Available | 3/26/24
We present a remarkable opportunity to acquire a well-established auto repair shop, complete with its free-standing building boasting 8 lifts (2 currently not in operation) and a top-notch alignment rack. Nestled in an upscale residential area with a thriving community.
Asking Price
$2,950,000
Cash flow
$650,000
Revenue
$1,650,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 279681 | Available | 4/15/24
These don't come around for us but about once every couple of years. And, if we lived closer, we'd buy it ourselves ��no joke. This is truly THE DEAL OF THE YEAR on a highly profitable, full service, clean, automotive repair business (franchise).
Asking Price
$1,600,000
Cash flow
$442,000
Revenue
$1,374,000
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Posting: 283005 | Available | 11/21/23
For sale is a highly specialized high-end, luxury, and sports car service and repair. It has a superb location, facilities, and equipment. In addition to performing regular service and repairs, the business has specially trained and experienced techs/mechanics who have significant experience.
Asking Price
$1,195,000
Cash flow
$358,700
Revenue
$982,600
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Posting: 283496 | Available | 1/4/24
For over 35 years, this auto repair business has been servicing the numerous communities of the High Desert. This is a very profitable full-service shop with the opportunity for the buyer to purchase the real property. Additionally, the business provides a wide range of fleet maintenance services.
Asking Price
$750,000
Cash flow
$146,420
Revenue
$398,171
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Posting: 285626 | Available | 3/12/24
For sale is a seventeen-year-old business with a long consistent history of profitability. It has an excellent reputation in the community with 5-star Yelp and Google ratings. This is a great opportunity for growth if the new owner does more marketing.
Asking Price
$359,000
Cash flow
$865,000
Revenue
$7,400,000
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Posting: 285491 | Available | 3/4/24
The service area is primarily Central California & Central Coast. This is a company that has a 45-year track record in business as a reputable local company. The office & showroom is located on a high-traffic corner with good signage. Operating from a leased location featuring a 1,650 sq ft. office.
Asking Price
$3,250,000
Cash flow
$209,284
Revenue
$499,395
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Posting: 283228 | Available | 2/13/24
This 30+ year, established refrigeration and HVAC business offers commercial refrigeration and residential HVAC services to a diverse clientele, including commercial stores, schools, homeowners, and the food service industry.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$304,800
Revenue
$1,653,000
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Posting: 286328 | Available | 4/29/24
For sale is a 26 year old auto repair business located in prime area of South Orange County. It is 13,000 sq ft with 22 ft ceilings. There is additional outdoor parking for 35 cars. They are increasing revenue year after year with clean financials.
Asking Price
$851,000
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
$70,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$850,000
Posting: 285011 | Available | 4/11/24
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
$850,000
Cash flow
$192,000
Revenue
$345,000
Down
$325,000
Posting: 281837 | Available | 4/11/24
This Northern California-based janitorial company is a California Sole Proprietorship and was formed 26 years ago and has been under the same ownership since inception. They have a very loyal client list with the average client staying with them for over a decade.
Asking Price
$650,000
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Posting: 274302 | Available | 11/14/23
The company provides sales, service, and installation of all its products. The company maintains a high-traffic showroom that allows customer interaction and a place to see samples before making a purchase. The market consists of both commercial and residential opportunities.
Asking Price
$329,000
Cash flow
$151,000
Revenue
$423,000
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Posting: 279784 | Available | 1/24/24
This profitable, top-ranked residential plumbing company has been in SFV for over 30 years! Recommended by the city of Burbank in local area moms' clubs, and it has 100's of satisfied and active customers. It is home based, owner operated all tools and supplies including truck included in the sale.
Asking Price
$310,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$99,000
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Posting: 269110 | Available | 1/10/24
This is a top location with very seasoned accounts for pool service routes. Top great paying accounts are all guaranteed 90 days through escrow. 50 accounts are $7,000 recurring plus extra income from filter cleans and other maintenance items. This is a home-based business that has a lot to offer.
Asking Price
$70,000
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Many business owners fail to maximize their business' value because they don't have a proper strategy in place to do so. Failure to maximize your businesses value will make it harder to attract the most qualified buyers. Have a plan that ensures your business is as attractive & valuable as possible.
A business buyer in our ProBuy Program searching to buy a business asked me to sum up what I though the biggest mistakes business buyers make when they search for and bought a small business. I asked ProIntermediaries on BizBen their thoughts on the matter and received a diverse response.
It is not uncommon for business Owner/Sellers to get uncomfortable when a potential Buyer requires a SBA loan to purchase the Seller's business. Often times Owner/Sellers will say "the Buyer is the one getting the loan; why am I the one under the microscope?" This blog post addresses this topic.
Depending on the type of business being sold, a month-to-month situation can be severely detrimental to the value of the business. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen (and Lead Facilitator at BizBen) explores the issue of month to month leases in this blog/article.
Throughout the recession, it was very difficult to get approved for business purchase financing. If you are considering incorporating some alternative funding sources in your next small business acquisition, here is what you need to know to protect yourself and your investment.
Using an earn out can benefit both buyer & seller of a business purchase. A recent question by a buyer in the BizBen ProBuy Program about the best way to structure a business earn out prompted me to ask a panel of BizBen Resources how they would deal with the buyers question on earn out structures.
In this month's Business Buyer survey for BizBen.com, we asked participants in our ProBuy Program and 250 other random business buyers what they look for and avoid when looking at a business for sale postings online. Of the 20 potential posting characteristics we asked about, 8 stood out.
In my opinion and experience, an LOI may very well be appropriate for lower middle market transactions of $5,000,000 or more; but, for deals less than that an Asset Purchase Agreement ("APA") with contingencies on the actions of the buyer (and seller) is much more efficient and effective.
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.
