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Posting: 284209 | Available | 4/3/24
Express Auto Repair Shop is a well-established business in a great location around the area of San Bruno. The shop is located in an industrial warehouse on a high-traffic street. This business has been here for a long time and has over 30 years of experience.
Asking Price
$295,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$580,765
Down
$375,000
Posting: 285964 | Available | 4/3/24
For sale is a one-stop shop for all vehicle repair needs. It is well-established and 40 years old. This auto mechanic shop is repair pal certified with napa auto care and accepts Carmax extended insurance. They have a repeat customer base with a great reputation.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
$142,309
Revenue
$387,609
Down
$349,900
Posting: 285329 | Available | 4/3/24
Seize a thriving bike shop in a cyclist's paradise! 23+ years of excellence, prime location, strong community ties, and huge growth potential. Ideal for dynamic buyers. A turnkey gateway to the cycling industry's vibrant future. The shop has built a reputation as the go-to destination.
Asking Price
$349,900
Cash flow
$163,365
Revenue
$280,626
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Posting: 285951 | Available | 4/2/24
SBA pre-approved for this profitable, owner-operated carpet cleaning franchise. A perfect opportunity for someone looking to go into business for themself. With targeted SEO, this business constantly has a full schedule. Three different territories are owned by this seller.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
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$200,000
Posting: 285420 | Available | 4/2/24
This is an incredible opportunity to own a thriving Star Certified smog test & repair shop. The shop is a full-service auto repair facility with state-of-the-art tools and equipment that has been operating in The Painter Auto Center location since 2000.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$145,000
Revenue
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Posting: 285926 | Available | 4/1/24
This is a multifaceted commercial, residential, and business opportunity. The sale consists of the entire property including the 5 RV space garage and auto shop, 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment, and recreational vehicle repair business.
Asking Price
$800,000
Cash flow
$1,500,000
Revenue
$10,200,000
Down
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Posting: 285895 | Available | 3/29/24
The Company is a premier residential construction plumbing company serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area with an unwavering dedication to integrity and excellence. Committed to providing exceptional service, the Company ensures timely completion of projects.
Asking Price
$10,000,000
Cash flow
$564,000
Revenue
$4,656,752
Down
$200,000
Posting: 285865 | Available | 3/27/24
This established, highly profitable wastewater and septic service business in the upscale East Bay area of Los Angeles presents a unique opportunity. With a loyal customer base and a diversified service portfolio, this acquisition guarantees immediate return on investment and a smooth transition.
Asking Price
$1,850,000
Cash flow
$168,000
Revenue
$600,000
Down
$178,000
Posting: 285284 | Available | 3/26/24
This well-established auto repair shop, located in the heart of Orange County, offers a remarkable opportunity for prospective buyers. Featuring 3 spacious bays and 2 advanced hoists, this facility is well-equipped to service both domestic and imported vehicles with high efficiency and expertise.
Asking Price
$178,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$2,950,000
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
$204,000
Revenue
$370,000
Down
$199,000
Posting: 284155 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a premier junk removal and hauling business, boasting over six years of outstanding service in the Sacramento region. Specializing in a wide array of services, this operation caters to both residential and commercial clients throughout the expansive Sacramento Valley.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$190,185
Revenue
$1,107,280
Down
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Posting: 282396 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a rare opportunity to own a classic car restoration gem in Sacramento County! Specializes in reviving 1950s-1975 domestic vehicles. Strong earnings, great team, SBA preapproved. Builds cars that look great and run well. Fantastic opportunity for any car enthusiast with a good business sense.
Asking Price
$600,000
Cash flow
$350,000
Revenue
$1,470,768
Down
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Posting: 242233 | Available | 3/25/24
For sale is a very successful real estate home staging company for sale in Santa Clara County that offers contemporary, modern & popular on-trend and specific designs such as mid-century or modern home design services. The business has recurring customers and has great reputation.
Asking Price
$899,000
Cash flow
$78,884
Revenue
$733,466
Down
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Posting: 285810 | Available | 3/23/24
This 20+-year-old auto service shop established since 2001 is located in the Riverside/Moreno Valley area with can't miss massive freeway exposure. This mostly absentee owner owns another shop over an hour away. It has low rent and is absentee run.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$154,470
Revenue
$1,561,337
Down
$510,300
Posting: 285797 | Available | 3/22/24
In San Diego County, a premier fire protection contractor offering services that include project management, design, installation, fabrication and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems. Locally owned and operated for over two decades. A Class C-16 California License is required to operate.
Asking Price
$598,500
Cash flow
$148,248
Revenue
$1,010,052
Down
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Posting: 280935 | Available | 3/21/24
The most recognized name in the muffler service and repair business, Midas is poised to take advantage of the growing used car market and remain an industry leader. Go with a winner, Midas. Imagine a 42% return on your money and pride of ownership!
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$147,000
Revenue
$486,760
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Posting: 285769 | Available | 3/21/24
This is a full-service sign company located in North Orange County. Established in 1996, they specialize in meeting the needs of homebuilders. Since then they have expanded and assist industrial and commercial clients, residential property management companies
Asking Price
$399,000
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
$400,000
Revenue
$1,400,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 282713 | Available | 3/20/24
An incredible opportunity awaits you at this hardwood & carpet super store, with their avg. gross sales of $1.4M/yr (profit margin 30%+). Rent is $16K inc. NNN, and the showroom/warehouse is about $10,000 sq. ft. The lease expires 2044. 2 cargo vans and 1 flat bed are included in the purchase.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$127,662
Revenue
$803,459
Down
$200,000
Posting: 279110 | Available | 3/19/24
We are seeking a local Temecula Valley owner-operator to take the reins of this well-established and respected jewelry business. The business buys, sells, designs, and repairs gold, jewelry, and watches. The business enjoys an enviable following of repeat customers and can boast many 5-star reviews.
Asking Price
$390,000
Cash flow
$410,395
Revenue
$3,160,628
Down
$90,000
Posting: 283400 | In Contract | 3/18/24
This well-established business, with a proven 34-year track record, offers significant growth potential. It maintains a positive cash flow and a diverse customer base, with 75% retail and 25% commercial revenue, ensuring risk mitigation.No single customer contributes more than 13% to total revenue.
Asking Price
$900,000
Cash flow
$1,256,000
Revenue
$3,500,000
Down
$400,000
Posting: 285685 | Available | 3/17/24
Own a lucrative HVAC & refrigeration business in California. This is a turnkey opportunity. Calling all strategic acquirers and private equity investors! This established, highly profitable HVAC and refrigeration business in California presents a prime investment opportunity.
Asking Price
$3,200,000
Cash flow
$389,127
Revenue
$4,198,304
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Posting: 285655 | Available | 3/14/24
Established in 2000, this Bay Area janitorial business boasts a 4.5-star rating. Its unique model uses third-party contractors for efficiency, maintaining green certification and competitive pricing. Strong client and vendor relationships make it ripe for growth.
Asking Price
$950,000
Cash flow
$177,652
Revenue
$749,000
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Posting: 285629 | Available | 3/12/24
This is a 29-year-old electrical contractor providing repair & maintenance services. The business location is in an exceptional SoCal industrial location. The electrical contracting industry is a $173 billion business. The sale price includes four trucks, 70 ft ladder, and a 30 ft cherry picker.
Asking Price
$198,500
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
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Posting: 285579 | Available | 3/8/24
Progressive Real Estate Partners is proud to present for sale Harv's Car Wash, Oil Change, & Lube Center in the City of Palm Desert, a 17,100 SF building on a .95-acre corner lot. The business features a full-service car wash tunnel, a 2-bay oil change station, and a 3-bay auto repair/smog station.
Asking Price
$3,700,000
Cash flow
$95,000
Revenue
$210,000
Down
$150,000
Posting: 285560 | Available | 3/7/24
This well-established body shop business is in a free-standing building on a major boulevard in Azusa. The building size is 2,925 SF, the lot size is 5,050 SF, and the rent is $5,000/MO with a new 3-year lease plus 3 3-year option in place.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$411,000
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Posting: 285551 | Available | 3/6/24
This window repair service business is a reputable and reliable service provider specializing in the repair and restoration of windows for residential and commercial properties. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, the company has built a strong reputation in the industry.
Asking Price
$500,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$907,962
Down
$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
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$550
Down
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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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$980,000
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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
$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
$142,309
Revenue
$387,609
Down
$349,900
Posting: 285329 | Available | 4/3/24
Seize a thriving bike shop in a cyclist's paradise! 23+ years of excellence, prime location, strong community ties, and huge growth potential. Ideal for dynamic buyers. A turnkey gateway to the cycling industry's vibrant future. The shop has built a reputation as the go-to destination.
Asking Price
$349,900
Cash flow
$220,000
Revenue
$935,000
Down
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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
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$1,500,000
Posting: 281388 | Available | 4/11/24
Clean N Roll Paint Roller Cover Cleaner is a brand owned by a Nevada-based Limited Liability Company that has been in business for the past 12 years. Clean N Roll is a professional-grade paint roller cover cleaner for commercial or home use.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
Cash flow
$110,180
Revenue
$181,182
Down
$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
$95,000
Revenue
$210,000
Down
$150,000
Posting: 285560 | Available | 3/7/24
This well-established body shop business is in a free-standing building on a major boulevard in Azusa. The building size is 2,925 SF, the lot size is 5,050 SF, and the rent is $5,000/MO with a new 3-year lease plus 3 3-year option in place.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$229,040
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Posting: 284238 | Available | 12/9/23
This is for purchasing 83 established residential pool service top accounts in Indian Wells (Palm Desert), CA. Top accounts are all located in the same exclusive gold course. An existing full-time pool service tech is available. They do $16,320 recurring monthly, plus related filter cleans/repairs.
Asking Price
$228,480
Cash flow
$605,000
Revenue
$3,066,000
Down
$250,000
Posting: 284832 | Available | 1/24/24
Founded over 37 years ago, this widely recognized commercial plumbing business has developed a reputation throughout the industry for consistency, reliability, and quality. The business has had a solid record of growth over the last 37 years.
Asking Price
$2,039,988
Cash flow
$349,000
Revenue
$3,400,000
Down
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Posting: 283699 | Available | 11/6/23
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
$410,395
Revenue
$3,160,628
Down
$90,000
Posting: 283400 | In Contract | 3/18/24
This well-established business, with a proven 34-year track record, offers significant growth potential. It maintains a positive cash flow and a diverse customer base, with 75% retail and 25% commercial revenue, ensuring risk mitigation.No single customer contributes more than 13% to total revenue.
Asking Price
$900,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 281487 | Available | 2/22/24
This company provides temperature control solutions for indoor and outdoor events in Northern California. They provide heating and cooling equipment for parties, weddings, corporate functions, sporting events, and backyard get-togethers with family and friends.
Asking Price
$499,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$1,393,301
Down
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Posting: 284396 | Available | 5/7/24
For sale in the greater Palm Springs area is a highly reputable and first class cleaning company that specializes in serving high-end luxury properties and VIP clients.
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
$190,185
Revenue
$1,107,280
Down
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Posting: 282396 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a rare opportunity to own a classic car restoration gem in Sacramento County! Specializes in reviving 1950s-1975 domestic vehicles. Strong earnings, great team, SBA preapproved. Builds cars that look great and run well. Fantastic opportunity for any car enthusiast with a good business sense.
Asking Price
$600,000
Cash flow
$146,036
Revenue
$215,536
Down
$250,000
Posting: 282807 | Available | 5/6/24
Company founded in 1980 and owners are looking to retire. Acquire their customer base of long-standing customers located in Sacramento, Placer, Yolo, and El Dorado Counties. Primarily residential with a few commercial clients. Home-based, no employees or equipment transfer with the business.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$292,483
Revenue
$1,133,750
Down
$80,000
Posting: 282827 | Available | 5/6/24
This is an 18-year established family-owned business performing general automotive repairs in Yolo County. The business specializes in engine diagnostics, vehicle maintenance, steering & suspension, tires, AC diagnostics and general repairs of domestic & imported vehicles.
Asking Price
$800,000
Cash flow
$90,542
Revenue
$109,946
Down
$149,000
Posting: 285645 | Available | 4/16/24
Ready to step into a lucrative business opportunity that's already established and thriving? Look no further than this professional cleaning business, meticulously built with a solid foundation of both residential and commercial accounts. The beauty of this opportunity lies in it's scalability.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$200,000
Posting: 285420 | Available | 4/2/24
This is an incredible opportunity to own a thriving Star Certified smog test & repair shop. The shop is a full-service auto repair facility with state-of-the-art tools and equipment that has been operating in The Painter Auto Center location since 2000.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,000,000
Down
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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
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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
$400,000
Revenue
$1,400,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 282713 | Available | 3/20/24
An incredible opportunity awaits you at this hardwood & carpet super store, with their avg. gross sales of $1.4M/yr (profit margin 30%+). Rent is $16K inc. NNN, and the showroom/warehouse is about $10,000 sq. ft. The lease expires 2044. 2 cargo vans and 1 flat bed are included in the purchase.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$204,000
Revenue
$370,000
Down
$199,000
Posting: 284155 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a premier junk removal and hauling business, boasting over six years of outstanding service in the Sacramento region. Specializing in a wide array of services, this operation caters to both residential and commercial clients throughout the expansive Sacramento Valley.
Asking Price
$199,000
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
$500,000
Revenue
$3,100,000
Down
$2,000,000
Posting: 284182 | Available | 1/26/24
This auto collision repair body shop (including real property/estate) has been established for 40 years and the current owner has been there for 7 years at the location. It is a free-standing building. The lot size is 49,764 sq ft, and the building size is 7,320 sq ft. Pro-auto body shop-approved.
Asking Price
$5,500,000
Cash flow
$154,470
Revenue
$1,561,337
Down
$510,300
Posting: 285797 | Available | 3/22/24
In San Diego County, a premier fire protection contractor offering services that include project management, design, installation, fabrication and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems. Locally owned and operated for over two decades. A Class C-16 California License is required to operate.
Asking Price
$598,500
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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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.
