Cash flow
$190,000
Revenue
$985,000
Down
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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
Down
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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
Down
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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
Down
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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
Call/Email
Revenue
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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
Down
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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
$203,012
Revenue
$2,223,164
Down
$649,000
Posting: 285544 | In Contract | 3/6/24
Explore an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established HVAC business renowned for its professional services and long-standing client relationships. With a proven track record of profitability and a strong market presence, this company offers a turnkey solution for entrepreneurs.
Asking Price
$649,000
Cash flow
$118,732
Revenue
N/A
Down
N/A
Posting: 283307 | Available | 3/6/24
For sale is an automotive repair shop, historically certified as a Monterey Bay Green Business and offering full range of services. It's one of the last custom exhaust fabricators in the area. The absentee owner is retiring, making this a good opportunity for a new independent operator.
Asking Price
$115,000
Cash flow
$352,715
Revenue
$1,074,031
Down
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Posting: 283580 | Available | 3/5/24
This plumbing contractor business, currently headquartered in Marin County, California, has been serving the Bay Area for over half of a century. The company specializes in plumbing solutions and offers a diverse range of services.
Asking Price
$649,000
Cash flow
$865,000
Revenue
$7,400,000
Down
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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
$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
$324,311
Revenue
$1,295,917
Down
$1,400,000
Posting: 285471 | Available | 3/2/24
This establishment is a comprehensive auto repair shop catering to foreign and domestic cars. The owner serves as both the service writer and general manager. The lease includes a spacious fenced outdoor area. Hourly rates are on par with those offered by dealerships.
Asking Price
$1,400,000
Cash flow
$1,070,000
Revenue
$10,900,000
Down
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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
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
N/A
Posting: 285421 | Available | 3/1/24
For sale 8 bays mechanic shop with smog check and repairs. It is located in Escondido, CA. Rent is only $3,220 per month. The building size is 3,100 SQ/FT. The lease is 12 years (asset sale). It has 8 bays and the asking price is $99,000.
Asking Price
$99,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$157,814
Down
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Posting: 285407 | Available | 2/28/24
This is a great opportunity for an auto mechanic to own a long-established and very well-respected auto repair business. The Seller owns the property so the lease terms are fully negotiable - this also means that the Seller has a vested interest in the continued success of the excellent business.
Asking Price
$475,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$160,000
Down
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Posting: 285386 | Available | 2/27/24
For sale is a top essential, 4-day pool route business. It is exclusively in the Yorba Linda area. They have well-established accounts that average age 12 plus years. Training and guaranteed accounts will transfer thru escrow. This is a great opportunity with plenty expansion available.
Asking Price
$132,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,500,000
Down
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Posting: 285353 | Available | 2/26/24
For sale is a highly profitable, and reputable premier automotive repair shop in Rancho Cucamonga, with more three decades of unparalleled service and expertise. This shop stands as a testament to excellence in the automotive industry, serving the community with unwavering dedication.
Asking Price
$2,000,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
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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
Call/Email
Down
$1,000,000
Posting: 285286 | Available | 2/21/24
This state-of-the-art express car wash and car care center was recently converted to an express car wash and opened up about Early 2022. The sellers spent over $1.1 million on the conversion, adding state-of-the-art equipment including 18 vacuums.
Asking Price
$3,677,000
Posting: 285252 | Available | 2/19/24
I am a business broker representing a client who is interested in purchasing multiple mechanic shops in Southern California. My client is looking for sizable shops that have at least 5 bays/lifts. They can be specialized or not specialized.
Cash flow
$83,000
Revenue
$469,000
Down
$34,000
Posting: 285241 | Available | 2/19/24
This is a long-established (1978) glass service company with consistent sales and profits, specializing in the repair and installation of new windows, patio doors, and heavy shower doors for residential and commercial customers. They have highly experienced employees, including a versatile glazier.
Asking Price
$170,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 285218 | Available | 2/16/24
With over forty (40) years of commercial & residential experience, this well-established company has been serving No. Bay area Counties since 2001. The family owned & operated business offers a variety of services, such as; plumbing & plumbing repair, drain cleaning, sewer locating & video services.
Asking Price
$349,000
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
$91,624
Revenue
$161,933
Down
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Posting: 283581 | Available | 5/1/24
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 | 4/28/24
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
$379,489
Revenue
$2,897,957
Down
$79,000
Posting: 281198 | Available | 4/29/24
For sale is a building maintenance and construction company with real estate. They had $420,000 of SDE in 2022! It has been established for 40 years. Maintenance provides recurring revenue and generates additional, high-margin construction services. Real property is valued at $1MM.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$128,052
Revenue
$225,203
Down
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Posting: 284648 | Available | 1/12/24
The opportunity presented is with a company that specializes in water treatment solutions for both residential and commercial customers. They offer an array of products and services, including reverse osmosis systems and water softeners, aimed at enhancing water quality and safety.
Asking Price
$326,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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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
$170,000
Revenue
$644,000
Down
$300,000
Posting: 267070 | Available | 3/17/22
Begun as a tiny tool store in 1986, skyway tool center is now a 5000 sq. ft. retail tool store located in beautiful Chico, California. A family owned and operated tool business, skyway tool center opened skywaytools. com in 1995. In 2005 the tool store owners built a new tool store after renting.
Asking Price
$549,000
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
Call/Email
Revenue
$2,419,000
Down
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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
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
$198,099
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
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Posting: 284945 | Available | 4/4/24
This busy, profitable decades-old service and repair shop has served generations of satisfied high-end foreign automobile owners for years. Located in the South Bay area of LA County and freeway close, it draws customers locally, and from as far away as Orange County.
Asking Price
$475,000
Cash flow
$330,000
Revenue
$1,393,301
Down
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Posting: 284396 | Available | 12/21/23
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
$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
$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
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$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
Cash flow
$44,000
Revenue
$51,220
Down
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Posting: 265655 | Available | 2/23/23
For sale is a pool route which is an important business to own. It gets high income with tremendous expansion opportunities to grow. There will be complete training guaranteed through the escrow transfer. The owner has dealt with us in the past and is a top seller.
Asking Price
$41,220
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$907,962
Down
$125,000
Posting: 283950 | Available | 4/9/24
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
Call / Email
Revenue
$267,778
Down
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Posting: 283882 | Available | 4/4/24
This highly profitable and well-established motorcycle performance and repair shop provides service for all import motorcycle brands. They offer maintenance and repair, as well as performance upgrades and restoration services. The shop has been a trusted destination servicing Orange County.
Asking Price
$377,000
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
$6,250,000
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
$37,303
Revenue
$129,000
Down
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Posting: 284753 | Available | 4/12/24
A full-service automotive shop for sale in Palm Springs is available for purchase. This shop has gained a great reputation for its commitment to honest repairs and quotes, as well as excellent customer service. Service is performed by skilled technicians who are experienced with various makes.
Asking Price
$49,000
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
$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
$505,087
Revenue
$2,889,392
Down
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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
N/A
Revenue
$55,000
Down
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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
$344,067
Revenue
$1,408,879
Down
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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
$177,652
Revenue
$749,000
Down
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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
$1,059,501
Revenue
$3,012,289
Down
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Posting: 285179 | Available | 3/26/24
This is a full-service heating and cooling company established 17+ years ago, set for growth under new ownership! Approximately 60% - 70% of revenue is generated by new construction work, while retrofit and replacement work make up approximately 20% of the work, 10% is scheduled maintenance work.
Asking Price
$4,500,000
Cash flow
$54,718
Revenue
$633,753
Down
$54,718
Posting: 284333 | Available | 12/17/23
This auto repair shop in the Diamond Bar has an outstanding location on a very busy street. There is plenty of parking and room for vehicles. The profitable shop stays busy based on its great location and well-established customer base. There are 6 bays, 5 lifts, and 1 alignment rack.
Asking Price
$89,850
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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.
The unfortunate truth is that approximately 50% of all small business sales transactions fall through. While failed transactions can happen for a variety of reasons, Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen Founder & Lead Advisor) discusses the most common reason deals fall through; unrealistic asking prices.
The idea to have a buying a business checklist follows the adage that it's always useful to start with a plan when searching to buy a small business for sale. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen.com and top advisor of the BizBen ProBuy Program suggests six items for all business buyers to utilize.
The key to finding the ideal business broker or agent and selling a small business is asking the right questions and getting the right answers back! Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen & several top business brokers and agents in California (ProIntermediaries) contribute to this topic to assist sellers.
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.
The use of add backs & sellers discretionary cash is common among sellers of businesses when showing their financial information & explaining that the buyer will actually enjoy more profit than is shown. But buyers are cautioned to review documents closely. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen explains.
Peter Siegel, MBA - Lead Advisor with the BizBen.com ProSell Program discusses critical steps to prepare a small to mid-sized business including: which documents will be needed, key advisors to have involved, pricing the business, and how to attract the right business buyers to your listing.
Owners should keep the fact that they want to sell their small business confidential. Before releasing information to prospective buyers, buyers should commit to confidentiality in writing & should understand why it is important. Peter Siegel, MBA a ProBuy and ProSell Advisor with BizBen explains.
There are many myths associated with the process of selling a small business and some of them can actually cause deals to fall through. Don't let your sale be compromised, be aware of these common misconceptions related to the process of selling. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen explores this topic.
Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen Founder & Director of the ProBuy/ProSell Programs explores why earnest money deposits when opening escrow (and bulk sale) serve several important purposes when buying or selling a small business in California. For Buyers not offering a realistic deposit may be a problem.
Successful sellers of small businesses need a game plan to sell their California small business for maximum price and for the best terms. Peter Siegel, MBA discusses these seller strategies with BizBen Blog readers based on his experience as the lead Advisor with the ProSell Program on BizBen.com.
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.
