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Posting: 282838 | Available | 9/15/23
This well-established Subway franchise boasts three thriving locations strategically situated in Orange County's high-traffic areas. One of the branches is housed in a bustling strip center with enduring anchor tenants, ensuring a consistent flow of customers over the years.
Asking Price
$395,000
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Posting: 282805 | Available | 9/13/23
For sale is an indi sushi restaurant (not all you can eat) that is absentee-run and has a beer+wine license. The 2023 monthly gross sales are over $130,000. There is no SBA loan. But $400,000 downpayment and rest of money will be owner financing. Must see!
Asking Price
$649,000
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$80,000
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Posting: 282800 | Available | 9/13/23
This commercial production kitchen with a restaurant front, equipped with all the necessities is located on an ever-so-busy thoroughfare next an affluent community in coastal South LA. The space offers quick access to several major freeways for quick access to both Los Angeles and Orange County.
Asking Price
$99,000
Cash flow
$210,000
Revenue
$960,000
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$215,000
Posting: 281400 | Available | 9/10/23
For sale is a long-established & profitable busy fast-food hamburger/diner located in the center of a well-mixed commercial and residential area in the restaurant street of South Gate/Downey. The free-standing building comes with great parking spaces and an easily accessible drive-thru.
Asking Price
$399,000
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Posting: 282732 | Available | 9/8/23
For sale is a cafe in a class-A office building in a key area of San Mateo. It is located near a lagoon, so it is perfect for outdoor seating. The current owner is absentee, as he has 2 other businesses. This is a terrific buy for an owner/operator.
Asking Price
$69,000
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Posting: 273560 | Available | 9/7/23
This is a Japanese sushi & roll restaurant in Garden Grove, Orange County for sale. There is a sushi bar with 8 chairs. They have an excellent dining area layout. There are 2 sushi cooler cases. They have very convenient, spacious parking. There is a long term lease for 10 years + 5 years.
Asking Price
$300,000
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$216,000
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Posting: 272207 | Available | 9/7/23
For sale is an Italian restaurant with property and rental income from Subway. The building was built in 2007 with a beer and wine license in Los Angeles county. The lot size is 6,350 sq ft. The store size is 1,700 sq ft. The other store is 1,367 sq. ft. (national franchise store, Subway).
Asking Price
$3,250,000
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$70,000
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$351,000
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Posting: 272569 | Available | 9/7/23
This is a rare opportunity for a new owner operator to take over this long-established ice cream store. Great landlord. The next remodel is not due until ~2028. Perfect for an owner-operator who can improve on the business. The store had a cake decorator and other employees whose been working for th
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$168,000
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Posting: 277040 | Available | 9/7/23
The owners are very motivated to sell this San Francisco restaurant. The food inventory is included in the purchase price. The restaurant is currently serving Japanese/Chinese food, but it can be converted into a popular Thai or other types of cuisine.
Asking Price
$78,000
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$840,000
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Posting: 281297 | Available | 9/7/23
For sale is a fast food restaurant with an excellent location. It has been established for 35 years under the same owner at 4,200 sq ft. and is fully equipped with a walk-in cooler, freezer, office, and employee lockers. It serves burgers, tacos, burritos, and more. But a new concept can be used.
Asking Price
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$25,378
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$316,239
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Posting: 280618 | Available | 9/5/23
For sale is a great location in downtown Long Beach with a good amount of foot traffic. It is only open Mon-Fri from 10:30am-5pm. They have reasonable rent at $3,762/month. It is close to the police department and the courthouse. This has great potential for an owner-operator.
Asking Price
$79,000
Cash flow
$136,000
Revenue
$200,000
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Posting: 260062 | Available | 9/5/23
This is a great opportunity to own a land of 20 acres (871,200 square feet) and a warehouse of 2,400 square feet for 5 different fruit trees at one of the fastest growing areas in Littlerock near Palmdale. There is plenty of water and the fruit trees are growing every year.
Asking Price
$600,000
Cash flow
$60,000
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$540,000
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Posting: 282570 | Available | 9/4/23
The quality and taste of the food is always consistently delicious and second to none and all ingredients are fantastic quality not to mention its classy restaurant. The food is extremely delicious and hands down the best Korean food with lots of side dishes.
Asking Price
$179,000
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Posting: 282560 | Available | 9/3/23
This very desirable restaurant is well-located in a busy commercial area in downtown Hayward. The location has many new condos in the are and ample parking for the customers. This restaurant has approximately 2,241 sq ft. which includes a nice 425 sq ft. upstairs storage room and office.
Asking Price
$178,000
Cash flow
$144,000
Revenue
$360,000
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Posting: 282565 | In Escrow | 9/3/23
For sale is a Korean restaurant with big potential that is located in the center of Morgan Hill. There is a full kitchen with a walk-in freezer, grill and fryer. It was established in 2013 with 2 full-time owners. Employees are N/A. There is an ABC beer/wine license. There are 50 seats.
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 279109 | Available | 9/3/23
The restaurant is in a free-standing building in Hayward and near Southland Mall. The free-standing building with excellent visibility and ample free parking in a lot adjacent to the building. There is a hard liquor license with the business and will be included in the purchase price.
Asking Price
$280,000
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Posting: 282534 | Available | 9/1/23
Nestled in a spacious 1,200 sq ft. unit, this well-established deli has been serving delighted customers and generating impressive monthly profits. With a dedicated team of two employees, this business runs like a well-oiled machine, ensuring a smooth transition for the new owner.
Asking Price
$180,000
Cash flow
$120,000
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$480,000
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Posting: 282528 | Available | 9/1/23
This is a long-established Thai restaurant for sale. It has a 25-year history, 9 years under current seller. It has a long lease of 5 + 5 with a rent of $5,500/month (incl. NNN). The 1 owner works full time with 9 P/T employees. There is an ABC type 41 license in place.
Asking Price
$169,000
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Posting: 282523 | Available | 9/1/23
This is a restaurant space for sale in San Francisco's vibrant Mission District, located on a busy thoroughfare with heavy foot and car traffic day and night due to its prime location. The restaurant is fully equipped with new equipment in excellent condition and the space is very well maintained.
Asking Price
$99,000
Cash flow
$96,782
Revenue
$334,123
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Posting: 280599 | Available | 8/30/23
Tommy's Kitchen is located in the picturesque mountain town of Idyllwild. Offering high-quality cuisine with a European flair in a charming rustic atmosphere. The menu is varied with something for everyone and is made using the freshest ingredients.
Asking Price
$198,000
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Posting: 278429 | In Escrow | 8/30/23
This is a great opportunity to purchase a fixturized restaurant in desirable Bressi Ranch. This is a highly rated 4.5-star restaurant averaging $90,000 a month in sales. It is equipped with a large walk-in cooler, beer cooler, and full bar with 14 taps. It is in a highly trafficked neighborhood.
Asking Price
$395,000
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Posting: 278415 | Available | 8/30/23
This is a true Hillcrest bar and eatery for sale with an expansive floorplan and unique upscale design located on Hillcrest's main thoroughfare, University Ave. It has a long-term lease remaining with options to extend, secured at an unbelievably below-market-rate rent. Type ABC license.
Asking Price
$695,000
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$576,000
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Posting: 281306 | Available | 8/29/23
This is a Japanese ramen restaurant in Alhambra for sale. The store size is 1,250 sq ft. There is a long-term lease. The manager & employees are operating. This is currently an absentee-run business and the current owner has been operating for 4 years. The ramen's average price is approximately $17.
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
$276,000
Revenue
$1,320,000
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Posting: 278997 | Available | 8/29/23
For sale is a profitable Japanese sushi and roll restaurant in Orange County with a beer license for sale. There can be an SBA loan approved for qualified, experienced buyers. The monthly average sales are $110k and the monthly net income is $23k. It is in a very busy traffic area.
Asking Price
$650,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$760,000
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Posting: 269809 | Available | 8/29/23
For sale is a Thai restaurant with beer and wine license. This is a good space for a Vietnamese pho restaurant as there is an exclusive lease contract for a pho restaurant in the mall. It is open 6 days a week. They have a 13-year-old history. The store size is 1,600 sq ft. Good rent condition.
Asking Price
$270,000
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Posting: 275561 | Available | 8/28/23
This is a cornered plaza Thai eatery for sale in Santee, San Diego County. It is located near a fitness center, Home Depot, Kung Fu tea, Target, and land developments for new homes. The inside is well-lit and spacious. It is approximately 1,500 sq ft. with 25-30 seats inside and 10 seats outside.
Asking Price
$80,000
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Posting: 279634 | In Escrow | 8/28/23
This is an authentic Vietnamese restaurant for sale in the Outer Mission/Daly City neighborhood. It is a hidden gem close to highway 280, is the 7-Eleven convenience store. The interior is clean with a nice ambiance with 2 ADA restrooms. There is another ADA entrance for handicapped persons.
Asking Price
$180,000
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$993,900
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Posting: 282425 | Available | 8/25/23
This restaurant & bar is located in the heart of Silicon Valley, in a thriving downtown area of a popular South Bay Area city. The area is lively with local residents from residential neighborhoods, out-of-towners from hotels a few blocks away and employees from nearby offices.
Asking Price
$330,000
Cash flow
$219,950
Revenue
$219,950
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Posting: 283295 | Available | 5/19/24
This Silverlake restaurant and bar with liquor, onsite parking, and excellent street visibility boasts what may arguably be the most coveted outdoor patio in the area. The venue has 3 dining areas that open into an adjacent bar and outdoor patio. The corner property is included!
Asking Price
$2,900,000
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Posting: 285637 | Available | 5/18/24
This is a great opportunity to get into the bar business. This establishment has been around for over a decade. The neighborhood bar is located in a vibrant setting surrounded by multiple restaurants and other bars. This bar is known for creative and fun cocktails. A local iconic spot with regulars.
Asking Price
$399,999
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$1,000,000
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Posting: 286054 | Available | 5/22/24
For sale is a Mexican restaurant that is located inside a major shopping center with a supermarket anchor. No other Mexican restaurants in the complex & cannot open a new Mexican restaurant according to our lease agreement. There is plenty of parking. It has a beer & wine license.
Asking Price
$439,900
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Posting: 284105 | Available | 5/22/24
This is an absentee-run Subway franchise for sale in a busy shopping centre near Safeway. There is a lot more potential for more profits/sales with an owner-operator. This store was recently remodeled. Subway is the world's largest sub sandwich chain with more than 40,000 locations.
Asking Price
$120,000
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Posting: 285056 | Available | 5/16/24
Experience the epitome of elegance and refinement at our renowned establishment, where breathtaking views, exquisite dining, and a romantic ambiance converge to create an unparalleled dining experience. It is recognized as the Inland Empire's premier destination for romance and ambiance.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
Cash flow
$180,000
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Posting: 248011 | Available | 5/21/24
Reduced Price. Fast food free standing restaurant with drive thru. Located on a Major corner intersection on a main street. Excellent books and records. Monthly Rent: $4,000. Lease has 17 years left. Open 7 days. Sunday - Thursday, 6am - 9pm + Friday - Saturday, 6am - 10pm. Price reduced $450K.
Asking Price
$450,000
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$1,400,000
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Posting: 286469 | Available | 5/22/24
An established boba business is selling a high-performing store, along with exclusive territory rights for the Bay Area. The business offers several streams of residual income and operates as a turnkey operation, making it easy to manage. However, potential buyers must possess restaurant experience.
Asking Price
$750,000
Cash flow
$118,652
Revenue
$620,210
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$229,000
Posting: 281000 | Available | 5/21/24
For sale is an iconic, ethnic, all-you-can-eat, stir fry/grill concept restaurant with full staff, recipes, & recent expansion. If you're interested, this is a great opportunity for an entrepreneur wanting their own space but are facing the build/buy dilemma. Buy this fully built out restaurant.
Asking Price
$229,000
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$380,000
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$154,900
Posting: 284866 | Available | 5/18/24
This is your opportunity to own a Baskin Robbins ice cream store in Sunny San Diego County. Baskin Robbins is the #1 ice cream franchise in the World. The store opened in July 2017. The current owner purchased the store in January 2019. It is located in a great shopping center.
Asking Price
$154,900
Cash flow
$500,000
Revenue
$3,000,000
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$1,450,000
Posting: 275102 | Available | 5/22/24
20 Years of Teppan Entertainment, Sushi and Cocktail bar in South Orange County. Professional Teppan and Sushi Chefs provide a unique dining experience. Restaurant has a cocktail bar, and has a Rock N' Roll theme. This is a destination restaurant that requires no advertising. Absentee Owner
Asking Price
$1,450,000
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Posting: 286615 | Available | 5/22/24
We own a grocery store and have a space in our parking lot for either a food truck or a taco truck. It is a very busy store and is a great space with lots of homes in community. Terms are negotiable. (Store is open from 6am to 12am, so no issue on hours of operation).
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$0
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Posting: 285309 | Available | 5/22/24
Situated at a prime corner spot on a bustling main block in Los Angeles, this establishment resonates with rich global influences, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere. Boasting adaptable space accommodating up to 140 guests, the venue features timeless design elements.
Asking Price
$825,000
Cash flow
$131,973
Revenue
$276,507
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Posting: 285719 | Available | 5/18/24
This burgeoning Encino eatery is the quintessential 5-day deli opportunity that boasts solid earnings despite its abbreviated operating hours. The venue, which is known for its high foot traffic location and inviting atmosphere, provides a cozy space.
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
$200,524
Revenue
$1,314,394
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Posting: 285041 | Available | 5/16/24
This greater Silverlake/Glendale area market combines a carefully curated assortment of natural and organic wines, beers, spirits and beverages, food, merchandise and home goods with organic produce, breads and specialty provisions sourced locally to ensure freshness.
Asking Price
$285,000
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Posting: 284472 | Available | 5/22/24
This is an exceptional restaurant & banquet facility for sale! This is a full-service banquet facility with ABC Type 47 liquor license & ABC Type 58 for catering. They have a seating capacity of over 360. There is vast parking space for guests and it is easily accessible from major freeways.
Asking Price
$4,500,000
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Posting: 285786 | Available | 5/17/24
This established pizza business is known for its premium pizzas and commitment to quality. While the current owner prioritizes quality over quantity, there's ample room for a new owner to convert to their own vision. It is a prime location in a shopping center with high visibility.
Asking Price
$245,000
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Posting: 286238 | Available | 5/16/24
Historic restaurant and bar, East of Alpine. This stand-alone 4,500 sq. ft building with a patio and full kitchen equipped with an A1 hood. Keep it as is or explore new concepts. ABC type 47 license available separately. Unlimited potential for menu expansion, live entertainment, and marketing.
Asking Price
$199,000
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$1,800,000
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Posting: 278724 | Available | 5/2/24
This Fair Trade certified and certified Organic coffee wholesale roaster business is generating $1,800,000 a year in revenue. It delivers to 300 + restaurants and cafes in the Bay Area. The name, menu, recipe, trademark, website, and logo are included in the sale. Seller financing negotiable!
Asking Price
$4,000,000
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Posting: 284476 | Available | 5/2/24
For sale is an absentee-run boba shop in American Canyon near Highway 37, south of Napa. It's located near a high school middle school, and a Safeway gas station. The ambiance is bright and spacious with dope boba artwork and unique fixtures with high chairs and tables.
Asking Price
$190,000
Cash flow
$150,000
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$540,000
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Posting: 261469 | Available | 10/5/20
This store is Nashville style hot chicken restaurant. Open hours M- S. 11:30 am to 9:00 pm and Sunday Closed. Located at big shopping center. The store has beer & wine license.
Asking Price
$299,000
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Posting: 285459 | Available | 3/1/24
For sale is a brand new, built beautiful boba & tea shop located in a major shopping center surround by many residential and businesses. The current owner has other business to run and couldn't taking care of this one. It was 100% totally new built last year and has so much potential.
Asking Price
$149,000
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Posting: 275561 | Available | 8/28/23
This is a cornered plaza Thai eatery for sale in Santee, San Diego County. It is located near a fitness center, Home Depot, Kung Fu tea, Target, and land developments for new homes. The inside is well-lit and spacious. It is approximately 1,500 sq ft. with 25-30 seats inside and 10 seats outside.
Asking Price
$80,000
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Posting: 284089 | Available | 11/29/23
This amazing BBQ restaurant is located in a busy shopping center and close to many Hi-Tech companies and commercials in Milpitas. The shopping center also has a large supermarket to bring heavy foot traffic. Excellent location with ample parking spaces. The kitchen is fully equipped.
Asking Price
$248,000
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Posting: 284533 | Available | 1/6/24
This is a restaurant & deli with a full bar and 47 ABC liquor license. This business has been established for 50 years and is well-known in the area. The business is located in a freestanding building with excellent visibility from the street and parking for 52 cars.
Asking Price
$420,000
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Posting: 283356 | Available | 10/13/23
This is a great opportunity for an owner-operator who wants to make a very high net profit. This 1,800 sq ft restaurant in the heart of Contra Costa County has two kitchens. The owner claims the rent is $2,800/m + $600 NNN. It is open from 10 AM to 1 AM. Store does $60,000/month in sales.
Asking Price
$450,000
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$200,000
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Posting: 281550 | Available | 7/8/23
Established for decades and under current ownership since the early 2000s the Cafe serving an All American food in a cozy and comfortable setting. The space is over 3200 sf including the patio and the rent is only $14000 including the NNN charges. There are 10 years left on the lease.
Asking Price
$499,000
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Posting: 286010 | Available | 4/5/24
Japanese restaurant with Beer & Wine license in Torrance for Asset Sale. Price: $450,000 Size: 2,600sf plus 400sf patio. Seating: 48+ inside & 18+ outside Rent: $10,557 included NNN/mo. Lease: 3 years plus 5 years option or new long term Lease License: Beer & Wine 2 Kitchen hoods & grease trap
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$450,000
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Posting: 283316 | Available | 1/11/24
Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a well-equipped cafe space strategically located in one of San Francisco's most vibrant and active neighborhoods. Situated in a high-traffic area with a constant flow of pedestrians and vehicles, this prime location is bustling seven days a week.
Asking Price
$49,000
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Should owners who offer a business for sale reveal to prospective buyers any income that is not recorded in the books? This is a controversial topic with arguments both for and against. Most business sales intermediaries believe if you don't pay tax on it, you can't claim it. Some sellers disagree.
Most business acquisition financing strategies involve borrowing money to meet the purchase price. But an entirely different approach, equity sharing, is sometimes pursued if borrowed money is not wanted, or is not available to complete the purchase. Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen.com covers this topic.
Buying a small to mid-sized business can be a confusing and/or frustrating process for many buyers. Statistics show that over 80% of all buyers never end up buying a business. The ProBuy Program assists potential buyers with the process of finding, evaluating & buying a small to mid-sized business.
Peter Siegel, MBA discusses buyers who want to buy a business or franchise know about asking the seller to provide part of the financing with a carry-back note. Many business buyers need some cash to help fund the down payment and for working capital. Here are four ideas about how to get that money.
With the multitude of factors that come into play when deciding the appropriate time to inform your employees that your business is for sale, I do not offer a standard or general answer. When sellers consult me as to my opinion on when it is the right time, I like to review the major issues that...
What are actual adjusted net earnings (cash flow) of a small business being purchased with business acquisition SBA Loan financing? That's an important amount that lenders need to know. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen.com, SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder) reviews this important concept with BizBen Blog users.
Selling a business is hard enough but using the wrong word, text, and strategy can really delay or outright kill a campaign to sell a small business successfully. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen.com shares what words, phrases, and strategies work (and not) when selling a small business online.
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 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.
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.
First the dreaded statistic: 80% of all business buyers looking to buy a small business never end up doing so! Peter Siegel, MBA BizBen.com Founder & ProBuy Director) covers successful tactics & strategies all business buyers of small to mid-sized businesses should utilize now to buy a business.
In this Discussion, we define financing options available to potential restaurant buyers when purchasing a small to mid-sized restaurant business (with or without real estate). When it comes to financing a restaurant purchase, potential restaurant buyers have several options to choose from.
Buying a small to mid-sized restaurant can have many pitfalls, and potential restaurant buyers should know how to avoid getting burned! Several restaurant advisors weigh in with (Peter Siegel, MBA at BizBen) and discuss tips for buying a restaurant in California.
Was chatting with a potential buyer of a restaurant in our BizBen ProBuy Program and he asked me what he should look for in due diligence when he finally did find a restaurant he was interested in. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen and others on BizBen explore this topic.
Ice cream shops are a favorite with buyers of small businesses, but many times don't know what to look for when seeking a purchase of a shop. Joe Ranieri and other intermediaries and advisors share their experience and expertise to potential ice cream shop owners. Explore these tips to learn more.
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.
