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$382,000
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Posting: 291255 | Available | 5/15/25
Mediterranean restaurant for sale in East Sacramento. Located in strip mall with Starbucks, 4 minutes from Sacramento state, and 10 minutes to Fab 40s. The Fab 40s is one of the most iconic, gorgeous and wealthy neighborhoods in Sacramento.
Asking Price
$128,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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$199,000
Posting: 291466 | Available | 5/15/25
Location is perfect, visible from the main road. Asset sale Mediterranean restaurant with pizza oven. Rent: $10,000 including triple net, water, and garbage. Every day, thousands of cars pass by
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$327,000
Revenue
$1,600,000
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Posting: 287311 | Available | 5/6/25
Right in the middle of Downtown Huntington Beach near the Pier. Make Offers.....For sale is a restaurant and bar with seating for 74 patrons inside and 18 on a covered patio. And will be expanding. It is semi-absentee owner-run. Has Live Music and Dance permit til 2AM.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
$156,000
Revenue
$625,000
Down
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Posting: 291320 | Available | 5/5/25
This well-established catering and events company has earned an impeccable online reputation, boasting a perfect 5-star rating across more than 50 reviews on Yelp and Google. Known for its ingredient-driven, seasonal California-Mediterranean cuisine, innovative presentations.
Asking Price
$45,000
Cash flow
$360,000
Revenue
$2,200,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 285177 | Available | 5/5/25
A Mediterranean salad, sandwich, and cocktail bar located near Acadia, is currently available for sale. This business presents a rare opportunity, boasting Hard Liquor licenses #47 and #51. It operates under absentee ownership. The store size is 2,500 sq ft. For a rent of $6,100 with CAM charges.
Asking Price
$960,000
Cash flow
$119,761
Revenue
$1,139,035
Down
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Posting: 292579 | Available | 5/1/25
Authentic Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Greek cuisine featuring homemade dishes using fresh, local, sustainable and quality ingredients. A restaurant offering a unique experience, entertainment, great tasting cuisine, catering and ability to accommodate large groups and events.
Asking Price
$999,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$700,000
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Posting: 286596 | Available | 4/24/25
Price Lowered! This is a Mediterranean restaurant for sale in Civic Center area in SF. The restaurant opened last year and was remodeled. The size is about 2,000 sq ft. and rent is $6,300. Theirs is upstairs for storage area. This restaurant has open kitchen and there's a 12 feet hood.
Asking Price
$129,999
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Revenue
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Posting: 292393 | Available | 4/23/25
Mediterranean eatery for sale in Fairfield of solano county. Tucked in a corner of a little plaza with Thai restaurant and Mexican restaurant. Lowe home improvement is nearby. There is outdoor patio can seat up to 20 people. Lease amount is $6,000+ which cover water, garbage and CAM.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,000,000
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Cash Only
Posting: 290278 | Available | 4/23/25
Price Reduced!! Quick serve Restaurant currently serving Mediterranean menu. Bring your concept. Large Supermarket Shopping Center also anchored a major Movie Theater chain. This busy upscale shopping center located in upper income neighborhood
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
$253,232
Revenue
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$750,000
Posting: 292259 | Available | 4/23/25
Thriving Mediterranean Grill Franchisor. Own a rapidly growing Mediterranean grill quick-service restaurant franchisor with over 25 successful locations across Northern California. This franchisor blends the bold, fresh flavors of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Asking Price
$750,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$180,000
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$80,000
Posting: 289191 | Available | 4/2/25
For sale is an ideally located venue in the famous Fairfax District, offering full visibility on a major boulevard with high vehicle and foot traffic. The surrounding area includes a mix of residential, commercial, and retail establishments. This venue was established by the current owner 20 years.
Asking Price
$80,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$900,000
Down
$150,000
Posting: 282317 | Available | 3/23/25
For sale is a semi-absentee run Mediterranean restaurant. An SBA loan is possible for qualified buyers - 30% down. The monthly average sales are $75,000 and the monthly net income is $15K. They make stable income. The store size is 1,600 sq. ft plus a spacious patio. This is an excellent location.
Asking Price
$390,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$600,000
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Posting: 290859 | Available | 3/19/25
Freestanding restaurant in the Clairemont area with a fully remodeled dining room, banquet room, and patios. Includes two A1 hood systems, grease trap, and full kitchen setup. 6,500 sq. ft. lease at $7,200/month. Can remain Mediterranean or convert to another concept.
Asking Price
$395,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$450,000
Down
$249,000
Posting: 289819 | Available | 3/15/25
This fast food Mediterranean Grill is located a few steps from Ralph's supermarket. Heavy traffic in this major shopping center. Great location. Absentee owner and profitable. Business is growing every month and has great Yelp reviews.
Asking Price
$249,000
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Revenue
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Posting: 281291 | Available | 3/2/25
Authentic Mediterranean gyros shop for sale tucked away in a food court blocks from the UC Berkeley campus. This place is known for its delicious Mediterranean plates and Gyros. With a remodeled food court and seating.
Asking Price
$299,000
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Posting: 288263 | Available | 2/18/25
Cornered Mediterranean restaurant for sale in San Francisco mid-market area. Modern Mediterranean eatery with generous gyro plates and wraps in a welcoming space. Ambiance is light and airy, very conveniently located near X , Square, Starbucks, Peet's coffee
Asking Price
$140,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,100,000
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Posting: 290366 | Available | 1/28/25
This is an established, family-owned Mediterranean restaurant and bakery, known for its quality and service, with top reviews from the local community. With over 20 years of experience, the owners have proven success with multiple locations, and this one is no exception.
Asking Price
$325,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$259,697
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$129,000
Posting: 282875 | Available | 1/21/25
The Wrap Shack in Bermuda Dunes is an exciting opportunity for any aspiring restaurateur or entrepreneur looking to enter the food industry. Located in the heart of Bermuda Dunes, this well-established eatery has been serving delicious wraps and Mediterranean eats to locals and tourists alike.
Asking Price
$85,000
Cash flow
$96,000
Revenue
$324,000
Down
$130,000
Posting: 283243 | Available | 12/15/24
This is a Mediterranean-style restaurant right next to the Newport Beach and has been run by the current owner for 7 years.Corner location.The owner works 5 days a week.The rent is $3742, which is cheap compared to the surrounding market price. The sellers want to retire. It is in a corner location.
Asking Price
$225,000
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Posting: 272092 | Available | 9/2/24
This is an authentic Italian and Mediterranean restaurant for sale in Downtown San Francisco inside a well-known food court. Their food is a blend of Italian and Mediterranean dishes such as pizza, pasta, and wraps. Catering accounts are not included
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$96,000
Revenue
$360,000
Down
$25,000
Posting: 288042 | Available | 8/16/24
Established Mediterranean cuisine with the best reviews for the quality and service, family-owned restaurant that has been serving nothing but the best for the local community since 1990.
Asking Price
$143,000
Cash flow
$205,000
Revenue
$1,128,000
Down
$25,000
Posting: 288036 | Available | 8/16/24
Established as a family-owned Mediterranean restaurant and bakery, it has consistently received top reviews for our quality and service. For over 20 years, it has served the local community with nothing but the best, and our success is reflected in their sales.
Asking Price
$550,000
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Posting: 287939 | Available | 8/10/24
This restaurant location & it's decor looks Majestic, with It's very high ceilings & beautiful chandeliers, it can be converted to any other concept, The Restaurant has a beautiful Stone Pizza oven with type 2 hood in addition to the full kitchen with a type 1 hood, all FF&E included.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$68,075
Revenue
$183,600
Down
$125,000
Posting: 286270 | Available | 4/26/24
A great location on the most traveled Blvd in Sunland surrounds the building, which spans over 1,000+ SF. The rent, amounting to $2,530/Mo NNN included, accompanies a mix of commercial, residential, and retail stores. Gross sales range from $15,000 to $16,000 per month.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$240,000
Revenue
$240,000
Down
$200,000
Posting: 283704 | Available | 11/6/23
For sale is a Mediterranean restaurant & hookah lounge. It has a high cash flow($240,000) and is an excellent location with a full kitchen with a 41 license. The current owner has been there for 10 years now. The sales tax report is $7,300/month, so a loan is available with about a 30% down payment.
Asking Price
$400,000
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Revenue
$350,000
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Posting: 269121 | Available | 7/29/21
Mediterranean restaurant for sale in El Cajon, San Diego County. Absentee owner. Owner lives out of area. Large seating. Great for hosting events. Prep kitchen, kitchen, updated seating area modern rustic look. Business ready for new owner to put in their own ideas and growth.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$382,000
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Posting: 291255 | Available | 5/15/25
Mediterranean restaurant for sale in East Sacramento. Located in strip mall with Starbucks, 4 minutes from Sacramento state, and 10 minutes to Fab 40s. The Fab 40s is one of the most iconic, gorgeous and wealthy neighborhoods in Sacramento.
Asking Price
$128,000
Cash flow
$205,000
Revenue
$1,128,000
Down
$25,000
Posting: 288036 | Available | 8/16/24
Established as a family-owned Mediterranean restaurant and bakery, it has consistently received top reviews for our quality and service. For over 20 years, it has served the local community with nothing but the best, and our success is reflected in their sales.
Asking Price
$550,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,000,000
Down
Cash Only
Posting: 290278 | Available | 4/23/25
Price Reduced!! Quick serve Restaurant currently serving Mediterranean menu. Bring your concept. Large Supermarket Shopping Center also anchored a major Movie Theater chain. This busy upscale shopping center located in upper income neighborhood
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 272092 | Available | 9/2/24
This is an authentic Italian and Mediterranean restaurant for sale in Downtown San Francisco inside a well-known food court. Their food is a blend of Italian and Mediterranean dishes such as pizza, pasta, and wraps. Catering accounts are not included
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 288263 | Available | 2/18/25
Cornered Mediterranean restaurant for sale in San Francisco mid-market area. Modern Mediterranean eatery with generous gyro plates and wraps in a welcoming space. Ambiance is light and airy, very conveniently located near X , Square, Starbucks, Peet's coffee
Asking Price
$140,000
Cash flow
$360,000
Revenue
$2,200,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 285177 | Available | 5/5/25
A Mediterranean salad, sandwich, and cocktail bar located near Acadia, is currently available for sale. This business presents a rare opportunity, boasting Hard Liquor licenses #47 and #51. It operates under absentee ownership. The store size is 2,500 sq ft. For a rent of $6,100 with CAM charges.
Asking Price
$960,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,100,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 290366 | Available | 1/28/25
This is an established, family-owned Mediterranean restaurant and bakery, known for its quality and service, with top reviews from the local community. With over 20 years of experience, the owners have proven success with multiple locations, and this one is no exception.
Asking Price
$325,000
Cash flow
$327,000
Revenue
$1,600,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 287311 | Available | 5/6/25
Right in the middle of Downtown Huntington Beach near the Pier. Make Offers.....For sale is a restaurant and bar with seating for 74 patrons inside and 18 on a covered patio. And will be expanding. It is semi-absentee owner-run. Has Live Music and Dance permit til 2AM.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
$96,000
Revenue
$324,000
Down
$130,000
Posting: 283243 | Available | 12/15/24
This is a Mediterranean-style restaurant right next to the Newport Beach and has been run by the current owner for 7 years.Corner location.The owner works 5 days a week.The rent is $3742, which is cheap compared to the surrounding market price. The sellers want to retire. It is in a corner location.
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$259,697
Down
$129,000
Posting: 282875 | Available | 1/21/25
The Wrap Shack in Bermuda Dunes is an exciting opportunity for any aspiring restaurateur or entrepreneur looking to enter the food industry. Located in the heart of Bermuda Dunes, this well-established eatery has been serving delicious wraps and Mediterranean eats to locals and tourists alike.
Asking Price
$85,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$350,000
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 269121 | Available | 7/29/21
Mediterranean restaurant for sale in El Cajon, San Diego County. Absentee owner. Owner lives out of area. Large seating. Great for hosting events. Prep kitchen, kitchen, updated seating area modern rustic look. Business ready for new owner to put in their own ideas and growth.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$180,000
Down
$80,000
Posting: 289191 | Available | 4/2/25
For sale is an ideally located venue in the famous Fairfax District, offering full visibility on a major boulevard with high vehicle and foot traffic. The surrounding area includes a mix of residential, commercial, and retail establishments. This venue was established by the current owner 20 years.
Asking Price
$80,000
Cash flow
$253,232
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$750,000
Posting: 292259 | Available | 4/23/25
Thriving Mediterranean Grill Franchisor. Own a rapidly growing Mediterranean grill quick-service restaurant franchisor with over 25 successful locations across Northern California. This franchisor blends the bold, fresh flavors of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Asking Price
$750,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$900,000
Down
$150,000
Posting: 282317 | Available | 3/23/25
For sale is a semi-absentee run Mediterranean restaurant. An SBA loan is possible for qualified buyers - 30% down. The monthly average sales are $75,000 and the monthly net income is $15K. They make stable income. The store size is 1,600 sq. ft plus a spacious patio. This is an excellent location.
Asking Price
$390,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$199,000
Posting: 291466 | Available | 5/15/25
Location is perfect, visible from the main road. Asset sale Mediterranean restaurant with pizza oven. Rent: $10,000 including triple net, water, and garbage. Every day, thousands of cars pass by
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$96,000
Revenue
$360,000
Down
$25,000
Posting: 288042 | Available | 8/16/24
Established Mediterranean cuisine with the best reviews for the quality and service, family-owned restaurant that has been serving nothing but the best for the local community since 1990.
Asking Price
$143,000
Cash flow
$240,000
Revenue
$240,000
Down
$200,000
Posting: 283704 | Available | 11/6/23
For sale is a Mediterranean restaurant & hookah lounge. It has a high cash flow($240,000) and is an excellent location with a full kitchen with a 41 license. The current owner has been there for 10 years now. The sales tax report is $7,300/month, so a loan is available with about a 30% down payment.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$700,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286596 | Available | 4/24/25
Price Lowered! This is a Mediterranean restaurant for sale in Civic Center area in SF. The restaurant opened last year and was remodeled. The size is about 2,000 sq ft. and rent is $6,300. Theirs is upstairs for storage area. This restaurant has open kitchen and there's a 12 feet hood.
Asking Price
$129,999
Cash flow
$68,075
Revenue
$183,600
Down
$125,000
Posting: 286270 | Available | 4/26/24
A great location on the most traveled Blvd in Sunland surrounds the building, which spans over 1,000+ SF. The rent, amounting to $2,530/Mo NNN included, accompanies a mix of commercial, residential, and retail stores. Gross sales range from $15,000 to $16,000 per month.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
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Posting: 287939 | Available | 8/10/24
This restaurant location & it's decor looks Majestic, with It's very high ceilings & beautiful chandeliers, it can be converted to any other concept, The Restaurant has a beautiful Stone Pizza oven with type 2 hood in addition to the full kitchen with a type 1 hood, all FF&E included.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$600,000
Down
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Posting: 290859 | Available | 3/19/25
Freestanding restaurant in the Clairemont area with a fully remodeled dining room, banquet room, and patios. Includes two A1 hood systems, grease trap, and full kitchen setup. 6,500 sq. ft. lease at $7,200/month. Can remain Mediterranean or convert to another concept.
Asking Price
$395,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
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Posting: 281291 | Available | 3/2/25
Authentic Mediterranean gyros shop for sale tucked away in a food court blocks from the UC Berkeley campus. This place is known for its delicious Mediterranean plates and Gyros. With a remodeled food court and seating.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
$156,000
Revenue
$625,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 291320 | Available | 5/5/25
This well-established catering and events company has earned an impeccable online reputation, boasting a perfect 5-star rating across more than 50 reviews on Yelp and Google. Known for its ingredient-driven, seasonal California-Mediterranean cuisine, innovative presentations.
Asking Price
$45,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
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Posting: 292393 | Available | 4/23/25
Mediterranean eatery for sale in Fairfield of solano county. Tucked in a corner of a little plaza with Thai restaurant and Mexican restaurant. Lowe home improvement is nearby. There is outdoor patio can seat up to 20 people. Lease amount is $6,000+ which cover water, garbage and CAM.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$119,761
Revenue
$1,139,035
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292579 | Available | 5/1/25
Authentic Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Greek cuisine featuring homemade dishes using fresh, local, sustainable and quality ingredients. A restaurant offering a unique experience, entertainment, great tasting cuisine, catering and ability to accommodate large groups and events.
Asking Price
$999,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$249,000
Posting: 289819 | Available | 3/15/25
This fast food Mediterranean Grill is located a few steps from Ralph's supermarket. Heavy traffic in this major shopping center. Great location. Absentee owner and profitable. Business is growing every month and has great Yelp reviews.
Asking Price
$249,000
Cheryl's a restaurant business broker, over 25 years in the bar and restaurant industry coupled with a J.D. Cheryl works tirelessly to create successful strategies and effective negotiations for those who wish to purchase a new or sell an existing bar, restaurant, cafe, or night club. 415-309-2722
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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.
