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Posting: 292837 | Available | 5/20/25
Neighborhood Mini Market for sale in Bakersfield. Turn-key, remodeled interior, and well-established neighborhood foot traffic. Low rent, and a Beer and wine license.
Asking Price
250,000 + Inv
Cash flow
$36,000
Revenue
$102,000
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$69,000
Posting: 273800 | Available | 5/20/25
This is a 98-cent store with a wide variety of great merchandise and if you like a small-town atmosphere, this is the place for you. This market carries all kinds of supplies for the kitchen, party, bathroom, laundry, school, office, etc. This 98-cent store has great potential to increase revenue.
Asking Price
$69,000
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$30
Posting: 290118 | Available | 5/18/25
A high-volume Shell gas station and mini-mart for sale. The price just been reduced by $550,000.00. The store generates high gross profit over $1.46 million in 2024 with a net profit approximately $785,200.00.
Asking Price
$795,000,000
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Revenue
$1,800,000
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$250,000
Posting: 292810 | Available | 5/15/25
Under the Management running Meat and produce with Beer Market, Compton, Ca almost latino community with front Ample Parking space, Current owners involving very time into the business, (1) Manager with the employees runs, possibility to purchase the shopping center with the business.
Asking Price
$575,000
Cash flow
$256,206
Revenue
$1,800,000
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$30
Posting: 292790 | Available | 5/15/25
Supermarket with property. 12,000 sf. building with 26,000 sf lot. Plenty of parking. Latino neighborhood. Don't miss this rare oppportunity to buy the business with property. Business comes with beer and wine license. Potential to grow business. Selling due to management problems.
Asking Price
$3,000,000
Cash flow
N/A
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$375,000
Posting: 288763 | Available | 5/15/25
For sale is a business that has been in operation for the last 30 years, boasting a strong goodwill. This very popular business is located in the Bay Area and presents numerous opportunities for expansion. The new owner must be enthusiastic and willing to work hard.
Asking Price
$375,000
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Revenue
$462,000
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Posting: 290975 | Available | 5/15/25
The market features an extensive array of deli meats, cheeses, breads, dairy products, and desserts sourced from Eastern Europe.
Asking Price
$95,000
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Posting: 289878 | Available | 5/14/25
MOTIVATED SELLER: Great Lease Terms! This kitchen and retail market specializes in all things Polynesian: food, groceries, and apparel. Located in central Orange County, this shop is surrounded by residential single-family homes, townhomes and condos, and offers access to the surrounding freeways.
Asking Price
$69,000
Cash flow
$250,000
Revenue
$840,000
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$450,000
Posting: 291170 | Available | 5/14/25
Market with consistent sales of $70,000 per month. The seller is looking to retire. The market does not sell meat or produce, focusing instead on high-margin items with an average profit margin of 40%. easy to operate, 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM Monday through Saturday, and 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sundays.
Asking Price
$1,800,000
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Revenue
$480,000
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$125,000
Posting: 292765 | Available | 5/13/25
Under the current ownership over 18years wants to retire from the business, Front parking with free-standing and surround by many residential and apartments No Competition area. Great gross profits. The seller wants to retire after many years at same location., Latino Community.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$480,000
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$220,000
Posting: 292736 | Available | 5/13/25
The items are Beer & Wine, Groceries, Beverages only. Meat and vegetables are not provided. Lot size of the property is 15,000 SF, building size is 2,000 SF, Zoning is C4 commercial zone. Sales of the business is $480,000/yearly, Net income is $120,000. Selling price is $1,050,000 plus inventory.
Asking Price
$1,050,000
Cash flow
$156,000
Revenue
$660,000
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$200,000
Posting: 292738 | Available | 5/13/25
Business sales is $660,000/year and net profit is $13,000/month. Store size is 3,000 SF and rent is $3,000 gross rent. The additional side income from lottery income is $5,400/month, this side income is enough to pay the rent. Good front parking lot. Asking price is $360,000 plus inventory $50,000.
Asking Price
360,000 + Inv
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Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$720,000
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$180,000
Posting: 292726 | Available | 5/13/25
Located in South Los Angeles, convenience store with Beer & Wine and Groceries. but no Meat, no Produce. Monthly sales are $60,000 and Rent is $2,700 fixed monthly. Net Income is $10,000/monthly.
Asking Price
300,000 + Inv
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
N/A
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$200,000
Posting: 287737 | Available | 5/9/25
There is no nearby competition, and this market has a great deal of potential. The building owner has operated it for more than 25 years and is selling for personal reasons. The market is currently open 6 days a week and closes at 7:00 pm, with monthly sales of $195,000.
Asking Price
$585,000
Cash flow
$240,000
Revenue
$490,000
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$300,000
Posting: 292711 | Available | 5/8/25
The Beer and Wine Market with check cashing and extra income :Lotto Commission and Check cashing fees and other extra income, after all expenses: Net income : $20,000 per months ( Business 6days a week and close on Sunday and every holidays).High net profit up to 45% and up. the seller's retire.
Asking Price
$459,900
Cash flow
$24,000
Revenue
$84,000
Down
$40,000
Posting: 292687 | Available | 5/8/25
Low rent market. The new buyer must add lottery sales. EBT is accepted.
Asking Price
$40,000
Cash flow
$60,000
Revenue
$480,000
Down
$35
Posting: 292659 | Available | 5/6/25
This market is cozy market in town, sells only beer, wine and groceries. There is no direct competition, currently 100% running by employee who has English language barrier, so needs new management to increase sale! Short business hour and the very reasonable rent!
Asking Price
$155,000
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Revenue
$1,080,000
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$900,000
Posting: 291407 | Available | 5/2/25
Major Gas station in prime Simi Valley with market
Asking Price
$2,599,000
Cash flow
$150,000
Revenue
$600,000
Down
$110,000
Posting: 290215 | Available | 5/1/25
This is an excellent opportunity to own and operate a well-established market. The seller, who is retiring due to health reasons, reports a net income of $12,000 per month. With this level of profitability, you can recover your investment in less than a year.
Asking Price
$200,000
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Revenue
$5,760,000
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$500,000
Posting: 291188 | Available | 4/30/25
Asian Supermarket for sale with the beer and wine license, This Asian supermarket presents a great investment opportunity with several attractive features High net monthly net income, great location with Ample parking space, busy Corner location easy to in and out. Potential to increase sales.H-INCO
Asking Price
$1,150,000
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$35,000
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Posting: 289211 | Available | 4/30/25
For sale is a well-located market with 9 years of established business history. The current owner has operated it for 9 years, and it maintains a steady average gross income of $35,000 per month.
Asking Price
$120,000
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Posting: 292492 | Available | 4/29/25
Major Brand Business Only Gas Station with Franchised C-Store. Gas 80K Gal/Mth @ .80, Market $35K/Mth, Rent $8,000/Mth. No immediate competition. Close to Freeway exit (Hwy 580).
Asking Price
$1,500,000
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$550,000
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Posting: 288692 | Available | 4/24/25
A gas station with property is for sale. The property spans over 19,000 square feet and is located just off a major freeway. There are two buildings on the property: one is a food mart, and the other is currently vacant.
Asking Price
$1,977,000
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$6,000,000
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$850,000
Posting: 283096 | Available | 4/24/25
This is an international supermarket for sale. The 8,000 sq. ft market is located in a huge shopping center on a major street that was established over 35 years ago. They sell meat, fish, Sushi, bakery, produce, restaurant, catering and much more. This is a great location.
Asking Price
$850,000
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$2,155,000
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Posting: 290873 | Available | 4/22/25
Gourmet Market / Liquor store selling high end wines and liquors. Inside the market there is a gourmet Deli, a Juice Bar and a Coffee Bar. Inside seating and patio seating for the deli, juice and coffee bars. This is one of the most prestigious locations in Orange County.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
$420,000
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$200,000
Posting: 292250 | Available | 4/16/25
The seller is retiring after 22 years of operation. This is a well-established market located in a free-standing building with short business hours: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Asking Price
$920,000
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$2,705,174
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Posting: 289627 | Available | 4/16/25
High volume conv. Store with Type-21 Liquor License. Gas pumps and tanks are up-to-code and fully compliant with Environmental Health Board regulations. Originally established in 1969 and under current family ownership since 1998.
Asking Price
$5,500,000
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$2,350,000
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$300,000
Posting: 292140 | Available | 4/15/25
Supermarket with a restaurant and gaming facilities in a prime location, operated by an absentee seller. This business offers a wide range of products, including a butcher shop, restaurant, liquor, and seven (7) slot machines. Recently renovated with over $750,000 invested in FF&E.
Asking Price
$595,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
N/A
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$200,000
Posting: 287737 | Available | 5/9/25
There is no nearby competition, and this market has a great deal of potential. The building owner has operated it for more than 25 years and is selling for personal reasons. The market is currently open 6 days a week and closes at 7:00 pm, with monthly sales of $195,000.
Asking Price
$585,000
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Revenue
$1,080,000
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$900,000
Posting: 291407 | Available | 5/2/25
Major Gas station in prime Simi Valley with market
Asking Price
$2,599,000
Cash flow
$90,000
Revenue
$540,000
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$120,000
Posting: 291178 | Available | 3/19/25
This beer and wine market is for sale due to the seller's retirement. The business generates approximately $45,000 in gross sales per month, with a net income of around $7,500 per month.
Asking Price
$120,000
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Revenue
$1,440,000
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Posting: 287713 | Available | 3/7/25
This grocery market located at the extremely busy signalized intersection is a well-known neighborhood grocery store in Salinas, California, recognized for its friendly service and quality products. Originally established in 1953, this Market is one of the oldest markets in Salinas.
Asking Price
$1,499,000
Cash flow
$36,000
Revenue
$102,000
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$69,000
Posting: 273800 | Available | 5/20/25
This is a 98-cent store with a wide variety of great merchandise and if you like a small-town atmosphere, this is the place for you. This market carries all kinds of supplies for the kitchen, party, bathroom, laundry, school, office, etc. This 98-cent store has great potential to increase revenue.
Asking Price
$69,000
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Posting: 288225 | Available | 2/3/25
For sale is a Halal Market and International Grocery Market, spanning 2,300 square feet. The rent is $4,523 per month, including NNN. Monthly sales exceed $60,000, with a net income of $15,000 per month. The business employs one full-time and one part-time employee.
Asking Price
220,000+ Inv
Cash flow
$490,000
Revenue
$14,000,000
Down
$2,550,000
Posting: 289004 | Available | 10/19/24
This is a major brand gas station for sale pumping $220,000 gallons at an average 30-33 margin and the market (beer and wine) is doing about $33,000 at a high margin plus Lotto. There is potential to do a lot more by remodeling the store and increase inventory variety.
Asking Price
$2,550,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$504,000
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$30
Posting: 270544 | Available | 1/28/22
East LA located, Well managed Beer & Wine Market for sale! 100 % Hispanic area in most densely populated in LA, easy operation and good margin. Low rent ! Perfect store for the first time market owner!
Asking Price
$139,000
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Posting: 287133 | Available | 6/14/24
Great business opportunity! We are introducing this new listing in the Telegraph Hill area of San Francisco. The location boasts various businesses, with convenient access to public transportation right outside the establishment. This business offers a diverse range of products.
Asking Price
$175,000
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$462,000
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Posting: 290975 | Available | 5/15/25
The market features an extensive array of deli meats, cheeses, breads, dairy products, and desserts sourced from Eastern Europe.
Asking Price
$95,000
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Posting: 289878 | Available | 5/14/25
MOTIVATED SELLER: Great Lease Terms! This kitchen and retail market specializes in all things Polynesian: food, groceries, and apparel. Located in central Orange County, this shop is surrounded by residential single-family homes, townhomes and condos, and offers access to the surrounding freeways.
Asking Price
$69,000
Cash flow
$220,000
Revenue
$1,700,000
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$540,000
Posting: 291190 | Available | 3/19/25
This high-volume Hispanic market is part of a chain of stores, offering meat, produce, and grocery items. The store is professionally decorated, set up, and meticulously maintained, providing a clean and pleasant shopping environment.
Asking Price
$540,000
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Posting: 287669 | Available | 7/23/24
For sale is a business opportunity in the Lower Haight area in San Francisco. There is public transportation right outside the establishment too. This business has (food/ groceries, snacks, a variety of beverages & alcohol like beer and wine) as well as things like tobacco, ice cream, and fast food.
Asking Price
$199,000
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Posting: 243294 | Available | 5/31/24
This is a highly profitable Liquor store with increasing sales per month ranging 170K-200K/mo. It has approx 40%+ margin and a minimum 35 cents margin on 45,000 gallon/month fuel sales. It has limited competition. It is approx. 4,000 sq ft. The seller replaces the pumps with new ones last year.
Asking Price
$6,500,000
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Posting: 284624 | Available | 11/26/24
For sale is an opportunity to own a restaurant with a complete market setup. The present owner is only utilizing the restaurant side of this property but there is a ton of potential to grow business by utilizing the fully equipped grocery store. The combined business space is 2,700 sq ft....
Asking Price
$1,190,000
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Posting: 290153 | Available | 2/19/25
Successful market and bakery specializing in Middle Eastern foods. Full size bakery equipped to bake all types of specialty bread. Deli counter, sweets counter, and a butchery that is underutilized. This business is profitable with room for growth.
Asking Price
$350,000
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$12,000,000
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$20
Posting: 291008 | Available | 3/10/25
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, high-performing Mexican supermarket generating $1 million in monthly sales with a 27-28% profit margin. This 9,700 SQFT operation runs mostly absentee, with a proven track record of strong cash flow and stable operations.
Asking Price
$3,299,000
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Posting: 278075 | Available | 2/3/25
For sale is a Valero gas station and convenience store with an ABC type 20 off-sale license + property for sale. The store size is 2,300 sq ft. and the lot is 0.36 acres with 4 MPDs and Valero brand gasoline.
Asking Price
$3,900,000
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Posting: 284117 | Available | 10/20/24
For sale is a well-established grocery, meat, and liquor market with gas outside. There is separate laundry & rental income from a retail strip available with the property. The two buildings are roughly 4,000 sq ft. each. It is across a big hospital and residential area.
Asking Price
$5,200,000
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$720,000
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Posting: 290069 | Available | 3/3/25
Prime European Food Market in Glendale, CA, Situated in a high-traffic area on East Broadway in Glendale, surrounded by a vibrant neighborhood, with great visibility and accessibility. Fully Equipped Kitchen: A state-of-the-art kitchen ready for a range of culinary possibilities.
Asking Price
$199,000
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Posting: 270914 | Available | 1/18/22
Liquor store business opportunity for Sale in Fresno City. Business doing currently $70,000 per month average sales. Rent is $3200 per month, Long Lease. ASKING PRICE $439,000 plus inventory. Sign NDA to get additional info.
Asking Price
439,000+ Inv
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Posting: 275337 | Available | 9/17/22
Meat and Produce Market that sells beer, drinks, food, snacks, and household essentials. Specializes in Hispanic & Latin foods, many brand names. Seller will train and support. Over 6000 sq. ft. store with ample parking.rent $5,000 nnn remains lease term 17yr !!!!. Good opportunity!
Asking Price
$495,000
Cash flow
$61,200
Revenue
$246,000
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$90,000
Posting: 287956 | Available | 8/10/24
This absentee-owned market and restaurant is a relatively undiscovered gem of Mexican food in Hawthorne. Hands down, it is the best small market with a kitchen in the area, offering a perfectly diverse selection. The market is located in a great spot and has tremendous potential for revenue.
Asking Price
$90,000
Cash flow
$110,000
Revenue
$600,000
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Posting: 281452 | Available | 1/30/25
For sale is a long-established neighborhood Russian market, with an ABC beer and wine license, serving fruits and vegetables as well, established over 15 years, with a present owner since 2014. The net income is over $110,000. The owner will train the buyer.
Asking Price
$290,000
Cash flow
$129,946
Revenue
$700,000
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Posting: 287228 | Available | 3/19/25
For sale is a beer and wine market with plenty of parking. It is a corner visible location right in front of the residential area and apartment. It is 100% employee-run. The building size is 2,500 sq ft.
Asking Price
$279,000
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Posting: 288189 | Available | 8/28/24
This is a Mexican Meat Market with a Beer & Wine License for sale. Great upside potential with the addition of money services, check cashing, expanded inventory, and more.
Asking Price
$79,000
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$13,000,000
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Posting: 290601 | Available | 3/29/25
Price lowered by $1 mil. Owner is motivated. The 55,000 sq. ft. market has busy traffic flow and has ample parking. Lease was signed by 15 years term has 4 y left with option. Sales $1 million a month (estimated around $13 million this year) with a great net income
Asking Price
$2,950,000
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Posting: 291198 | Available | 3/20/25
Business Only Sale, Independent Gas Station: Gas 45K Gal/Month @ $1+ Margin, Market $88K/Month, Lotto $45K/Month, Car Wash $3K/Month. Lot Size .58 Acre, Market Approximately 1,800 SF, Friction/Brush Car Wash. Hours of Operation 24/7. Freeway Location.
Asking Price
$1,700,000
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Often business buyers actions cause a deal to tank but they never know why. Peter Siegel with the BizBen ProBuy Program discusses what mistakes business buyers make in the search process to buy a business with some of the best business brokers and recent sellers on BizBen about this topic.
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.
Some entrepreneurs believe it's better to start a business from scratch rather than buy an existing enterprise. While this may be good advice in some cases, usually it's not the best strategy. Here are five tips to help a buyer make the right decision from Peter Siegel, MBA On BizBen.
Course Objective: To equip new business brokers with the knowledge and skills necessary to demonstrate and deliver exceptional value to business buyers seeking to acquire businesses.
The only time to get an exact and accurate inventory count, and valuation, is at the time the business is being transferred. To do so beforehand, would mean that any merchandise sold after inventory is taken, but before close of escrow - Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen & others discuss this topic.
For those who don't know, a non-compete agreement is a contract between a buyer and seller of a business, which after the sale, prohibits the seller from engaging in direct competition with the business they previously sold. Joe Ranieri (Business Broker) adds this topic to a BizBen Discussion Post.
In our BizBen.com June 2021 Monthly Report the top ProIntermediaries and ProAdvisors on BizBen offer their thoughts about the current status of the business for sale marketplace with trends and predictions for Business Buyers, Owner/Sellers, Business Brokers, Agents, Advisors in the near future.
Sometimes business brokers just can't win with their clients, because if an offer comes in too fast & too early then they must have lowballed the price & the seller is suspicious, and if not enough offers come in after putting the business on the market - they may look unproductive to their clients.
As the year winds down, it's tempting for business brokers to go through their old files and throw them out to make room for new client's folders, but that would be foolish. Joe Ranieri (Orange County Business broker) discusses strategies for saving files - a key annual strategy for brokers/agents.
When seeking SBA loan financing many potential business buyers have wrong information about the process of securing the best financing to buy a business. Peter Siegel, MBA a business purchase financing expert delves into the myths regarding SBA financing and business purchase financing.
We're hearing more and more about "crowd funding" through sites like gofundme and kickstarter as a possible way to raise the cash needed to buy a small business. This method of collecting funds has proven successful in other kinds of situations. Could this strategy work when buying a small business?
We all understand the idea of paying too much for a small business. But is there such a thing as not paying enough? That seems like an odd notion, but I'm familiar with situations in which a buyer acquired a small business for a figure substantially under what probably was market value.
Buying a small business is hard enough when there is no competition, so how might a buyer navigate the process when there is additional competition from other buyers? Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program) and others explain a few of the ways that a buyer can beat out other buyers.
When purchasing a small to mid-szied business, there are a multitude of things to evaluate. One area that is often overlooked is the business's culture. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen discusses with potential buyers the importance of understanding how the business runs on a day-to-day basis.
Negotiating the terms of a business deal is a delicate process, where one wrong move can cost you the business that you wanted to purchase. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses the ins and outs of negotiations, and how to work well with the seller to get a deal done.
It's important to remember that selling a business takes time. Unlike selling a house, which can be sold relatively fast, a business can take up to six months to a year to sell. I discuss this topic with other advisors and intermediaries on this BizBen Discussion.
There are a lot of misconceptions about what enhances the value of a business. The following factors in this Discussion are aspects of a business that really drives its value and pricing. A business owner asked me this question today so I wanted to get others view points as well in this Discussion.
It can take months, sometimes longer to sell a small business. Here are 6 questions plus other information from myself plus other BizBen Users to ask yourself to help you determine why your small to mid-sized California business isn't selling. You might be surprised what those reasons are!
Should I Sell My Business During The Holidays Or Wait Till After The New Year? Business Broker Joe Ranieri and others chime in on this BizBen Discussion about selling a business during the Holiday Season.
Applying for a business acquisition loan can be challenging for someone who hasn't been through that process in the past. If one has a mortgage one knows that the value of the property being pledged has to at least equal the amount of the loan, SBA loans to buy a small business are very different.
Yes, there are ways to find businesses with growth potential that can be purchased with modest investments. But before offering any ideas about finding cheap businesses, it's important to review some of the risks involved. Peter Siegel (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses this topic with others.
At What Point Do You Show Key Marketing Info And Materials To Buyers? Robb Hartman, Business Broker at BizBen discusses this topic with others on this BizBen Discussion.
Business buyers many times ask in my ProBuy consulting sessions - how long should I ask for due-diligence when buying a small business? The answer really depends on several factors. They include: type of business, demand for the business, complexity of the business. Advisors weigh in on this topic.
The owner selling the business doesn't have recent financial information or documentation but insists revenues are increasing. Should buyers believe the seller? What should buyers do in this situation? ProIntermediaries on BizBen answer the question of verifying seller / owner's financial claims.
When considering buying a business that is losing money one has to be very careful. There are reasons that the business could be losing money that aren't fatal or extremely difficult to fix and there are other reasons that should send you running in the other direction. Peter Siegel, MBA explains.
Asking the seller straightforward questions and getting straightforward answers in return is an important part of the buying and due diligence process. In this Discussion, both ProIntermediaries and Advisors offer thorough questions you should be asking during your meeting with a business seller.
