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Posting: 283869 | Available | 5/2/24
This restaurant features a type-47 ABC license (valued at $385,000), is located on a main thoroughfare, and has been in business for more than 30 years. Famous for its unique menu, the restaurant has repeatedly won awards over the years, has been featured in multiple publications. A real steal!
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$425,000
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Posting: 282842 | Available | 5/2/24
This is a 30-year established Chinese fast food restaurant and donut shop for sale in the heart of Mission. It is located in the bustling mission area near Bart station, McDonald's and many Mexican restaurants. This location has long been the richest sector of business by and for Latino families.
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$150,000
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Posting: 282818 | Available | 5/2/24
This is a great store located in a high-traffic plaza with excellent potential. The store opened last year, so all the equipment is brand new. The store is also very clean and beautifully decorated. It is a franchise store, so a 6% royalty fee is required. The store is so nicely decorated.
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$195,000
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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!
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$4,000,000
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Posting: 277833 | Available | 5/2/24
This is a 5-star Asian-inspired restaurant for sale in the Mission District off Valencia street. It was recently listed #14 on Yelp's top 100 restaurants to eat. The place is unassuming but the food is the bomb. It is located just blocks from Dolores Park and the popular Dolores Park Church.
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$250,000
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Posting: 279435 | Available | 5/2/24
This is a bakery and cafe shop for sale in Outer Sunset of San Francisco. It is located near restaurants, supermarkets, Chinese bakeries, banks, and other retail shops. It is a cute little bakery with pink decor all around. They offer a selection of delicious cakes, mini cakes, beverages, and more.
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$150,000
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Posting: 277139 | Available | 5/2/24
This is an established vegan restaurant for sale in an Antioch shopping center. This is a hidden gem in a strip mall next to a nail salon. The owner serves Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese cuisines--all plant-based. There are a lot of good reviews on Yelp. The size is approximately 2,000 sq ft.
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$135,000
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Posting: 281508 | Available | 5/2/24
This is a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant for sale in San Francisco outer Richmond. This absolute gem in this neighborhood is serving authentic Vietnamese food. It is located in the SF Richmond central on Geary. It is approximately 2,600 sq ft. with 75 seating. The lease amount is $7,500.
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$130,000
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Posting: 278225 | Available | 5/2/24
10 years established branded boba tea shop for sale in Fairfield shopping center. Fairfield is a city in Solano County, California. It is generally considered the midpoint between the cities of San Francisco and Sacramento. Conveniently located in the middle of the mall with other anchor retailers.
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$128,000
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Posting: 281952 | Available | 5/2/24
This is a super high-volume Asian restaurant for sale in Alameda on the main street. They serve a huge selection of different foods, chicken wings, some loaded tots, chicken skins, Mongolian beef chow mein, and garlic noodles. The restaurant shared a parking lot in the back.
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$350,000
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Posting: 286366 | Available | 5/1/24
This is a fully equipped full-service dining restaurant featuring a stove, hood, and Ansul kitchen system. It has a seating capacity of approximately 135 inside and 55 outside. The price includes the business, furniture, fixtures, equipment, goodwill, and beer and wine license, plus inventory.
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$149,000
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Posting: 284803 | Available | 5/1/24
This bustling boba shop, strategically located in a high-traffic strip center in Los Angeles County, offers an exciting business opportunity. The shop serves a wide range of beverages, including coffee, a variety of teas, smoothies, frappes, and juices, catering to diverse customer preferences. ...
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$200,000
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Posting: 284087 | Available | 5/1/24
Welcome to the renowned "Last Great Hamburger Stand" - a free-standing Fat Burger restaurant with a drive-thru, located in the vibrant heart of Las Vegas. The owner is now looking to retire, presenting a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic new owner.
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$400,000
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Posting: 283853 | Available | 5/1/24
For sale is a Chevron gas station with a convenience store and car wash located in a high-traffic location in Modesto, California. Fuel sales are $90k/m, convenience store sales are $165k/m, car wash sales are $6,500/m, and rental property income is $115k/year.
Asking Price
$9,500,000
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Posting: 283391 | Available | 5/1/24
This cocktail bar, under the same dedicated ownership for 20 years, offers an exceptional opportunity. Notably, it does not require food service, or streamlining operations for maximum efficiency.
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$600,000
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Posting: 284679 | Available | 5/1/24
This is a Chinese restaurant for sale in an office area near Lawrence Expressway. The dining area can seat 40 people and there is also a patio area. No AC/heating system or walk-in cooler. The hood is is 11 feet. Restrooms are in the plaza shared with other tenants. It is 1,250 square feet.
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$129,000
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Posting: 278870 | Available | 5/1/24
A newly remodeled restaurant with a turn-key condition and up to code. It is located at a high-foot-traffic shopping center with some nationally known anchor tenants. It has a beautifully designed dining area. The kitchen has a 15' hood, a walk-in cooler, and new equipment. It is 1,417 square feet.
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$170,000
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Posting: 282454 | Available | 5/1/24
For sale is a Chinese restaurant with a stable customer base in an upscale area. It is in a high-foot-traffic shopping center with many notable stores and restaurants. They have ample parking spaces, a beer and wine license, and a good size dining room. The kitchen has a 20-foot hood. 2000 sq.ft.
Asking Price
$165,000
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Posting: 284887 | Available | 5/1/24
This restaurant has been operating in the same location for 35 years. Because it has been around for a long time, there are many regular customers and the income is stable. The current owner took over and was selling over $70,000 before the COVID-19 outbreak.
Asking Price
$345,000
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$64,000
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Posting: 283024 | Available | 5/1/24
This is a long-established wholesale distribution, bar and restaurant supply company for sale. Client list is located in Contra Costa County. The warehouse is currently rented month by month. A new lease may be available for the buyer or move to a new location!
Asking Price
$99,000
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Posting: 286364 | Available | 5/1/24
Our business, founded 1.5 years ago by two Brazilian friends, specializes in Japanese-Brazilian fusion cuisine and has been profitable since day one. We sell cone-shaped sushi hand rolls and poke bowls and have amassed a substantial clientele, earning the highest Google rating.
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$150,000
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Posting: 286358 | Available | 5/1/24
A Chinese restaurant for sale, beautifully designed and built from scratch in 2017, is now on the market. The property is up to code and features ample parking. Inside, there are ten hoods above tables with table stoves, along with a beer and wine license.
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$190,000
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Posting: 286352 | Available | 4/30/24
A Chinese restaurant in the lower Nob Hill area is up for asset sale. The restaurant is currently closed. It occupies 1,200 square feet, with a rent of $4,500. The kitchen features a 7-foot-long hood. Potential buyers are encouraged to bring their own concept.
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$88,888
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Posting: 286351 | Available | 4/30/24
A small take-out style Indian restaurant is for sale. The restaurant is located in the bustling center near HARTZ way. It spans 900 square feet (with a kitchen area of 600 square feet, ideal for catering), and the rent is $3700, inclusive of CAM and water. The kitchen features a 10-feet hood.
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$139,999
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Posting: 275368 | Available | 4/30/24
This is an Asian fusion restaurant for an asset sale. The restaurant has a big patio area. The restaurant is in a busy foot traffic area. The size of the restaurant is 1,500 sq. ft, and rent is $5,600 including CAM (1.5 years + 5 options remaining). There is a 10 feet hood.
Asking Price
$188,888
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Posting: 285585 | Available | 4/30/24
For sale is a prime location with heavy foot traffic in a food court that has easy access from outside retail businesses. It is open from 11-8pm Mon-Fri., 11-9 Sat. and 11-7 Sun. It has low rent with utilities. They have very steady income and sales. An experienced couple has lots of potential.
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$435,000
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Posting: 286349 | Available | 4/30/24
Nick's Bistro is in a great location inside the Date Palm Country Club on the border of Cathedral City & Rancho Mirage. Nick's Bistro serves classic American & Italian cuisine in an upbeat atmosphere with wonderful views. The restaurant has a spacious dining area, cocktail lounge, patio, and more.
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$125,000
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Posting: 284230 | Available | 4/30/24
This is a modern pizzeria with a world-class Marra Forni rotating brick pizza oven for sale. Own a newly built and fantastically designed pizzeria in a busy East Bay community. It is located in a vibrant shopping complex that is home to over 20 food concepts and retail.
Asking Price
$299,000
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$475,000
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Posting: 267141 | Available | 4/30/24
For sale are two bagel and sandwich shops that are available. They are in excellent commercial areas that have a hospital and residents that are high and middle-income. 2022 Year to Date made approximately $3 Million / Pandemic approximately $2.7 million plus 2020.
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$1,675,000
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Posting: 284472 | Available | 5/1/24
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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$200,524
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Posting: 285041 | Available | 5/2/24
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.
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$285,000
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Posting: 285309 | Available | 5/1/24
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.
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$825,000
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Posting: 282202 | Available | 5/1/24
For an asset sale is a boba and snack shop. This shop has a very good rental rate ($1,900) and is located in the busy shopping center. The size of the store is 600sq. There's a 4-foot-long type 1 hood. Due to the asset sale, finances will not be available.
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$99,999
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Posting: 283295 | Available | 4/28/24
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!
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$2,900,000
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Posting: 286297 | Available | 5/4/24
A fully built-out (ADA compliant) limited-service restaurant is available for asset sale. The FF&E and location make it ideal for a salad, sandwich, drink, dessert, or prepared food concept. Situated in the Richmond District of San Francisco, it boasts high foot traffic and street visibility.
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$79,000
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Posting: 285637 | Available | 4/30/24
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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$120,000
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$840,000
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Posting: 282386 | Available | 5/2/24
For sale is a charming oyster bar, nestled in the heart of a renowned beach community's bustling restaurant row. With its prime location and inviting front patio, this establishment radiates a vibrant ambiance and boasts tasteful improvements. It comes with an active Type 41 ABC license.
Asking Price
$338,000
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$380,000
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Posting: 284866 | Available | 4/30/24
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.
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$154,900
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Posting: 248011 | Available | 4/30/24
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.
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$450,000
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$131,973
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Posting: 285719 | Available | 5/4/24
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.
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$225,000
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Posting: 286238 | Available | 5/2/24
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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$15,866
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Posting: 278358 | Available | 4/29/24
For sale is a cool, popular downtown Eugene bar and grill with great bartenders, strong cocktails, bar food, and games. It is in a welcoming, PNW-style environment in the center of town. It is walking distance to all hotels and public venues makes this location ideal for attracting local regulars.
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$129,000
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Posting: 285056 | Available | 5/2/24
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.
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$2,500,000
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Posting: 286054 | Available | 5/4/24
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.
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$439,900
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Posting: 285786 | Available | 5/3/24
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.
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$245,000
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Posting: 284375 | Available | 3/22/24
For sale is a 4-unit package of Denny's in Escambia County, Florida. The remodels are all up to date with a kitchen modernization complete. They have complete and certified store management teams.
Asking Price
$250,000
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$84,000
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$480,000
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Posting: 284910 | Available | 4/23/24
For sale is a high-volume Juice It Up franchise, established in 2014 and currently operating under an employee-run model with a part-time owner. This presents an excellent opportunity for improvement and growth with a full-time owner-operator. The current owner is selling due to family commitments. ...
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$358,000
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Posting: 283733 | Available | 11/7/23
This very popular, healthy food restaurant in Northern New Jersey is available for sale because the seller wants to relocate. The business does significant home delivery and take-out, as well as, in-restaurant business. The restaurant uses only the freshest, ripest, and most flavorful ingredients.
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$249,000
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Posting: 278027 | Available | 12/7/23
This is a well-established, profitable Chevron with a 7/11 for sale with real estate in Stanislaus County. The property has a car wash and fast food tenant. This is a prime property with a food tenant and a car wash included in the property.
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$8,500,000
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Posting: 285452 | Available | 5/2/24
This is an absentee-run ramen restaurant for sale in San Francisco Chinatown. It is a hidden gem on the edge of Chinatown close to cable cars, cafes and shops. The ambiance is lovely, pink led lights and floral arrangements. There are booths, regular tables and bar seating.
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$120,000
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Posting: 280168 | Available | 4/30/24
This is a family-owned coffee shop for sale in the Castro Valley shopping center near Panda Express and other retail shops. This coffee shop has been a staple in the community of Castro Valley for many years. They serve teas, baked goods and sandwiches, bagels, and more. It is run by a couple.
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$108,000
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Posting: 283591 | Available | 12/1/23
For sale is an established American brunch dine-in restaurant in Fresno, CA. Gross sales are $90,000 a month. It is a 3,357 SF building with plenty of parking spaces. The location has been established for 30 plus years and is in a shopping center but the building is a stand alone building.
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$349,000
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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.
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$190,000
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Posting: 284229 | Available | 4/9/24
For sale is an established, profitable sushi restaurant in the greater Modesto area. With over $1,000,000 in annual sales, it comes with strong cash flow. The 3500 SF restaurant is conveniently located off a busy street, in a shopping center, near an upscale residential area.
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$120,000
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Posting: 285158 | Available | 4/5/24
Popular, family-owned and operated pizza restaurant featuring organic, fresh ingredients and innovative recipes. Located in downtown Sebastopol, next to other shops, retailers, and restaurants. The shop has both indoor and outdoor dining. This well-priced restaurant will not last long on the market.
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$95,000
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Posting: 257261 | Available | 10/19/20
The location is great in Woodland Hills and Open 6 days only. The premiere sandwich shop in Woodland Hills. You can taste the quality difference in their sandwich versus other places. This is the place where you can trust the quality and freshness of sandwiches. Run by owner for 25 year.
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$175,000
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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.
You've found your dream business. You've called/emailed/texted the broker or owner; you've tried to reach out again via phone/email/text. However you're not getting a response and it's getting frustrating. How to get brokers/owners to return your calls/emails/texts - what key strategies to utilize.
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.
There are companies who specialize in purchasing Business Notes (of course at a discount). You can sell all or part of your note. Peter Siegel, MBA BizBen Founder and ProBuy & ProSell Lead discusses this entire process in his latest article on selling your business note after you sell your business.
A question sellers ask: how do I sell my business without getting sued, isn't a subject just for discussions with lawyers. A seller can take some precautions to reduce potential legal problems. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder Of BizBen and BizBen.com's ProBuy and ProSell Programs discusses this topic.
A business buyer in our ProBuy Program searching to buy a business asked me to sum up what I though the biggest mistakes business buyers make when they search for and bought a small business. I asked ProIntermediaries on BizBen their thoughts on the matter and received a diverse response.
The latest BizBen.com survey of Business Brokers and Agents outlined what it takes to be a top ten percent performer in the business brokerage industry. From good communication to utilizing your resources, these traits are something to take note of and put into practice to be successful.
To start a business or try something new, starting a franchise business is a great option. In this blog, we'll break down everything you need to know about buying a franchise in simple, easy-to-understand terms. This guide is for business owners, whether experienced or new.
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.
SBA large loan expert and advisor Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen.com & SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder) shares his views and experience for getting the right SBA loan for larger deals, getting deals professionally prequalified & analyzed, and getting that loan through underwriting with fewer complications!
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.
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.
