Cash flow
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Revenue
$317,353
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Posting: 285931 | Available | 5/3/24
Located in the heart of one of the of most popular beach communities in North County San Diego, this women's boutique carries a wide variety of activewear, boutique clothing and gifts. It has great street visibility and walk-by traffic. The interior of the store is built out with high end finishes.
Asking Price
$119,000
Cash flow
$360,000
Revenue
$2,100,000
Down
35% SBA
Posting: 285713 | Available | 5/3/24
For sale is a Hispanic market with beer and wine. The buyer can do up to 2 weeks of in-store observations to verify sales and income. It is SBA financing approved with a 35% down payment.
Asking Price
575,000+ Inv
Cash flow
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Revenue
$2,100,000
Down
$400,000
Posting: 285426 | Available | 5/3/24
For sale is a Hispanic market with beer and wine in Los Angeles County, California. The seller is willing to carry a note with $400,000 as down payment carry the rest over 2 years @ 8% per year. The buyer can do up to 3 weeks of in-store observations to verify sales and income.
Asking Price
$575,000
Cash flow
$36,000
Revenue
$101,000
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Posting: 286401 | Available | 5/3/24
A beauty salon for dogs offers luxury care for your furry friend, featuring top-of-the-line products and luxury suites instead of cages, providing a calm environment. It offers a real spa experience for your pup, from a quick bath to a fancy spa session before a special event.
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 286397 | Available | 5/3/24
Since the first location opened in Oakland in 2014, Bay Grape has been recognized as one of the most forward-thinking, thoughtful, approachable and community-oriented hybrid wine retail concepts in the country, featuring a global selection of small-production, sustainability-focused wines.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$17,900,000
Down
$25,000
Posting: 286393 | Available | 5/3/24
Auto parts and repair shop for sale in beautiful Shingletown CA. Great opportunity to own your own profitable well-established turn-key shop. The owner is retiring after 30 years. The purchase price does not include real estate. The owner will finance. Call the listing agent for more information.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$132,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$160,000
Posting: 286395 | Available | 5/2/24
This florist, which has been serving South Orange County for 38 years and has a consistent gross annual sales (GAS) of $450,000 to $500,000, is family-owned and operated. They are committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$278,330
Revenue
$5,442,834
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Posting: 286394 | Available | 5/2/24
A premier natural health food, grocery & supplement store complete with an in-house cafe, bakery, juice, smoothie, coffee bar, and more! Selling natural, organic & vegan groceries, produce, meat, nuts, dairy, in-house prepared foods, plus supplements.
Asking Price
$1,075,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 286392 | Available | 5/2/24
We have been at this dealership for over 6 years. It's in a great location, a prime spot that used to be a franchise store with a lot of offices and a huge lot. We have done a lot of improvements at this dealership.
Asking Price
$485,000
Cash flow
$1,000,000
Revenue
$2,000,000
Down
$3,000,000
Posting: 286389 | Available | 5/2/24
This business operates with short business hours from 11 am to 7 pm. It operates five days a week, Monday through Friday. The business boasts excellent net income, averaging 85K per month (approximately1 Million per year), with approximately a 50% margin.
Asking Price
$8,500,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 285836 | Available | 5/2/24
This business is in the Crocker Amazon area in Daly City. It is well-stocked with many different drinks and snacks including beer, wine, liquor and tobacco. Vira Market & Liquor is very spacious and there is transportation nearby as well.
Asking Price
$189,000
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Posting: 284821 | Available | 5/2/24
Quarts n Pints Liquor Store is located in the Outer Sunset in the city of San Francisco. With heavy foot traffic, many different businesses around. For instance, bank, restaurants, bars, and produce market. This establishment is very well known and spacious. This is a great business opportunity.
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 284822 | Available | 5/2/24
Big Lou's Liquors recently remodeled and now available for the next lucky person! This shop is located on busy and best San Carlos street close to all high-end restaurants, cafes, offices, and transportation. Locals love the place and has awesome reviews on yelp. Lotto/Lottery is big here.
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 286387 | Available | 5/2/24
An excellent high volume branded gas station with property and a beer and wine license is available for sale. The seller reports high gross profit margins for both inside sales and outside gas sales. Before we can provide more information, interested parties must sign an NDA.
Asking Price
$4,390,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$306,000
Down
Negotiable
Posting: 276269 | Available | 5/2/24
Owner-operator opportunity for a mailbox rental, shipping, & live scan fingerprinting store near Topanga Canyon Blvd., south of 118 highway. It provides notary services, as well as key-making, and sells gift items. In this high-traffic busy shopping center over 25 years. Terrific, 12+ year lease.
Asking Price
$325,000
Cash flow
$75,000
Revenue
$150,000
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Posting: 276433 | Available | 5/2/24
This optical store and lab - optician - has been in business since 2002, under the same ownership. The store is 850 square feet at a rent of approximately $1,600 per month, the landlord will be open to negotiating a new lease for the buyer. Seller plans on retiring but will provide transition help.
Asking Price
90,000 + Inv
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
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Posting: 286368 | Available | 5/2/24
Grace Image is an established skincare business with more than 20 years of serving the San Jose / Bay Area. It features a robust line of Nature Collection including Korean luxury brands - Whoo, OHUI, SU:M37 and many others. The owner is looking to retire an opportunity not to miss.
Asking Price
$198,000
Cash flow
$250,000
Revenue
$690,000
Down
$50
Posting: 285519 | Available | 5/2/24
For sale is a market in Pasadena that does not sell any alcohol. It is easy to handle the store and is ideal for a husband/wife duo. The store has a high margin (almost 50%), low rent, and short business hours. It is located in a very busy area in the center of the city. 2023 sales 68,760, net 250K
Asking Price
$490,000
Cash flow
$106,266
Revenue
$248,072
Down
$90,000
Posting: 273981 | Available | 5/2/24
For sale is a jewelry store in a major shopping center on the Pacific Coast. It operates in a space of 972 square feet divided into the retail showroom, repair shop, small office & storage room. The interior space was repainted & upgraded 5 years ago. This business has been established for 32 years.
Asking Price
$169,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,000,000
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Posting: 284584 | Available | 5/2/24
This store specializes in retail/wholesale and imports for store display equipments. There is not much competition. All items never go out of style and sell consistently. The store owner has rented a 7,000 sq ft. warehouse. The sales price includes inventory of $250,000.
Asking Price
$95,000
Cash flow
$154,200
Revenue
$493,440
Down
$175,000
Posting: 281698 | Available | 5/2/24
For sale is a Metro by T Mobile store. It is one of the top 5 busiest throughout the 84 stores. About 3 years ago, there were 1,500 walk-in payment center customers a month. They get over $2.3 to $2.6 million in revenue including payment center activity. It has very high traffic.
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
N/A
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Posting: 281299 | Available | 5/1/24
For sale is a branded Marathon gas station doing 60k gallons and 40k store sales. It is a crisp 2,200 sq. ft store with ample parking, beer & wine that is 100% employee-run. It is in a small town and friendly community with a negligible crime rate.
Asking Price
$599,000
Cash flow
$155,000
Revenue
$780,000
Down
$299,000
Posting: 285879 | Available | 5/1/24
This discount store represents an exceptional opportunity for ownership, featuring minimal active involvement and straightforward operations. Situated in Koreatown, Los Angeles, the store benefits from its location in an area that blends residential and commercial spaces.
Asking Price
$299,000
Bldg Size
4,534 Sq.Ft
Typical Floor Size
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Posting: 283849 | Available | 5/1/24
Presenting a compelling investment prospect in Stockton, California - an established 76 gas station in a high-traffic location, boasting a yearly gross profit of $1.7M. Fuel sales are $130k/m, convenience store sales are $110k/m, car wash is $12k/m, and rental property income is $110k/m.
Asking Price
$10,000,000
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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
Cash flow
$102,000
Revenue
$300,000
Down
$169,000
Posting: 283858 | Available | 5/1/24
For sale is a discount store. It is 5,000 sq. ft with low rent of $3,000/m. It is absentee-run with the help of 2 full time employees, and wages are $5,000/m. The monthly average gross sales is $25,000. The lease terms is 9 years including option. Extra income is $3,500/m.
Asking Price
$169,000
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Posting: 285219 | Available | 5/1/24
Introducing an exceptional investment opportunity in Kern County, California - this prime property features an Arco AM/PM gas station strategically located in a bustling and high-traffic area. The business is well-established with a long history of operations.
Asking Price
$5,500,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$2,419,000
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Posting: 284875 | Available | 5/1/24
Price drastically dropped to $646,000 which is Cost of Inventory. Seller now retiring. Premier outdoor store in a busy and centrally located shopping center selling to those who find their passion in the mountains, on the water, up a trail, or down a snowy slope. Top brands of apparel and gear.
Asking Price
$646,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$550
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Posting: 274482 | Available | 5/19/24
Top brand blinds, shades, shutters, etc retail. Easy to operate profitable and potential business even without advertisements or marketing. Ideal location on a high-traffic major street and the hub of Silicon Valley. Increasing sales yearly with many repeat & new customers. Price was lowered.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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$10,000
Posting: 286741 | Available | 5/24/24
A true turnkey, welcoming established 7-Eleven franchise opportunity in a high-traffic San Bruno CA location. This is a rare opportunity to own a thriving 7-Eleven franchise in a growing San Bruno CA neighborhood. Generous price terms plus a 25% franchise discount if in contract by September 2024.
Asking Price
Call/Email
Total Investment
$543,000
Min Liquid Cash
$200,000
Net Worth
$200,000
Posting: 284007 | Available | 5/22/24
Take a BITE out of the pet care industry with five key revenue drivers in one modern facility! Founded in 2009 by a visionary who had spent years in research and planning for an all-inclusive dog care facility, The Dog Stop, has now developed throughout 21 states.
Franchise Fee
$49,500
Cash flow
$175,000
Revenue
$525,000
Down
$300,000
Posting: 276123 | Available | 5/23/24
Must see a 100% wet cleaning plant located in West Hills near high-income Woodland Hills, Calabasas, and Bell Canyon. This is an 11 year-old, 1,200 sq. ft. plant, including shirt laundry. Most of the equipment is newer. No chemicals -- environmentally safe -- all work done in-house.
Asking Price
$500,000
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$380,000
Down
$154,900
Posting: 284866 | Available | 5/24/24
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
$235,715
Revenue
$1,320,000
Down
$25
Posting: 284079 | Available | 5/22/24
This high end market is conveniently located inside the retail area of one of the most luxurious apartment communities in North San Jose. This business is a famous contemporary market stocking snacks, Organic products, groceries, beer, and wine selections.
Asking Price
$899,000
Cash flow
$174,802
Revenue
$759,686
Down
$300,000
Posting: 278351 | Available | 5/21/24
This iconic 40 acre property produces award winning Pinot Noir and Gris for sale through the onsite tasting room or online through their 1000+ member wine club. The main building, patio and surrounding gardens may be rented. The best escape for birders, hikers, city folk or anyone who loves wine!
Asking Price
$300,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$4,500,000
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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
Total Investment
$69,000
Min Liquid Cash
$59,000
Net Worth
N/A
Posting: 285583 | Available | 5/19/24
Own your very own Quick Mart convenience store. It is better than a 7-Eleven and Circle K. There are no monthly fees and no franchise fees, just a one-time payment of $99,999. Training to run your store usually takes just 3 days. Business opportunity fee: $20,000 included in $99K.
Franchise Fee
$0
Cash flow
$126,303
Revenue
$1,749,051
Down
$500,000
Posting: 280756 | Available | 5/21/24
Price Reduced. This is a locally owned pet food and farm supply store with a knowledgeable staff with deep roots in the local farm and pet community. Wide variety of pet food including wet, dry, and fresh products for dogs + cats and also feed and bedding for chickens, goats, horses, etc.
Asking Price
$500,000
Cash flow
$200,524
Revenue
$1,314,394
Down
$285,000
Posting: 285041 | Available | 5/23/24
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
Cash flow
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Revenue
$960,000
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Posting: 286537 | Available | 5/19/24
A rare opportunity exists to own a well-established liquor store with gas, operating on a large commercial-zoned real estate lot with short operating hours. The monthly rent from two rental properties amounts to $6,250.
Asking Price
$2,600,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$351,239
Down
$125,000
Posting: 286450 | Available | 5/21/24
Opportunity to own a premier upscale franchised fitness studio in East Bay an established business in a health-conscious community with growth potential. What sets this facility apart is its state-of-the-art facilities with top-of-the-line fitness equipment, a fully operational business.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$350,574
Revenue
$3,578,262
Down
$200,000
Posting: 285442 | Available | 5/25/24
For sale is California Co with its distribution center located in the Southwest US. It has been established for 24 years. They sell hardware products for consumers and professionals. They are a distributor/manufacturer of premium products that are sold online and through big box retailers.
Asking Price
$1,295,000
Cash flow
$74,842
Revenue
$142,544
Down
$125,000
Posting: 280801 | Available | 5/22/24
This female athleisure-activewear brand focuses on functional fitness clothing that celebrates each of its client's unique features. The brand delivers eco-responsible luxury and comfort designed for everything from high-powered workouts to afternoon dog walks and errands (and in between!).
Asking Price
$125,000
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Posting: 284506 | Available | 4/12/24
This spacious auto lot is for sale on a very busy corner in Spring Valley that includes 15 parking spots for dealership vehicles. It is a 1,800 SF building for the dealership along with six offices that can be used for dealership employees or can be rented out. Three of the offices are rented.
Asking Price
$79,000
Cash flow
$298,965
Revenue
$1,869,538
Down
$100,000
Posting: 286426 | Available | 5/5/24
This popular garden nursery has been serving the Monterey Bay area for 37 years as a local, independent, family-owned business. The business is a destination for many gardening enthusiasts in Monterey Bay as well as many in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area.
Asking Price
$830,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$720,000
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Posting: 286507 | Available | 5/9/24
A well-established smoke shop, located in a great shopping center near Arcadia and Duarte, is currently a steady and profitable business. The owner is planning to retire. The gross sales amount to $60,000 a month, making this a good opportunity for potential buyers.
Asking Price
$185,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$1,020,000
Down
$560,000
Posting: 275025 | Available | 9/22/22
Absentee-run, 6-day open liquor store with wine tasting bar in Orange for sale. Invested more than $600,000. Store size: 4100 sq. ft. Full kitchen, wine bar, and deli. Opened before the pandemic. Sales are increasing. Current monthly sales are $85,000. 1 full, 10 part-time employees. 7+10 year lease
Asking Price
$580,000
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Posting: 285821 | Available | 3/25/24
This grocery and liquor store is located in the County of Alameda, California. The asking price is $400,000 plus inventory. It needs a signed copy of the Non disclosure agreement to disclose more information of the store.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$620,000
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Posting: 281099 | Available | 7/31/23
This shop sells pipes, tobacco, cigarettes, cigars, etc. The open hours are 11am-8:30pm. The monthly lease rate is $2,000. The annual gross sales are $620,000 and the payroll is $80,000.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$278,330
Revenue
$5,442,834
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Posting: 286394 | Available | 5/2/24
A premier natural health food, grocery & supplement store complete with an in-house cafe, bakery, juice, smoothie, coffee bar, and more! Selling natural, organic & vegan groceries, produce, meat, nuts, dairy, in-house prepared foods, plus supplements.
Asking Price
$1,075,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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$500,000
Posting: 277677 | Available | 6/5/23
This is a uniform clothing store for sale with a Gross Profit Margin of around 58%. It is located on a busy road, and real estate is included. It has been established for a long time with a loyal customer base. The property is good for any kind of retail business. The store size is 3,920 sq. ft.
Asking Price
$1,600,000
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$305,332
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Posting: 282218 | Available | 3/26/24
Long-established music school in Orange County operated by a part-time owner. The business has two major revenue streams which are instrument rentals and music lessons. Lessons are taught by subcontractors who have been with the company for a long time.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$540,000
Down
$35
Posting: 264137 | Available | 9/8/21
Cozy, but very profitable liquor in North Orange County, safe neighborhood, highly margin as compare to other area, possible to manage by one person. Must see it. Monthly sale : $50,000. Profit margin 40%. SBA loan still possible.
Asking Price
$180,000
Cash flow
$170,000
Revenue
$644,000
Down
$300,000
Posting: 267070 | Available | 3/17/22
Begun as a tiny tool store in 1986, skyway tool center is now a 5000 sq. ft. retail tool store located in beautiful Chico, California. A family owned and operated tool business, skyway tool center opened skywaytools. com in 1995. In 2005 the tool store owners built a new tool store after renting.
Asking Price
$549,000
Cash flow
$30,000,000
Revenue
$90,000,000
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Posting: 284298 | Available | 12/14/23
The Small Arms Manufacturing Company (SAM) offers a wide range of high-quality firearms & related products with a primary mission of delivering top-tier firearms to the American market. Arms cater to a diverse customer base, incl. outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, competitive shooters, veterans, & more.
Asking Price
$245,000,000
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Posting: 284031 | Available | 11/27/23
Are you looking for an exciting business opportunity? Look no further! We have a charming mini-mart for sale in a prime location that's perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs. This mini-mart is well-established and offers a wide range of smoke products, food and beverages, and clothing.
Asking Price
$89,000
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Some entrepreneurs believe it's better to start a business from scratch rather than buy an existing enterprise. While this may be good advice in some cases, usually it's not the best strategy. Here are five tips to help a buyer make the right decision from Peter Siegel, MBA On BizBen.
First impressions are critical when selling a business - ask any potential business buyer. Peter Siegel, Founder Of BizBen explains why all potential small business sellers need to make sure that first impression is a good one.
When seeking large SBA business acquisition financing loans, it helps to review seller's add backs (cash flow analysis) as a source of funding to service the debt. Peter Siegel, MBA - SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder covers this specific topic for business buyers, owner/sellers, agents, business brokers.
In my experience working with the "right banks and financial institutions" repayment ability sometimes overrules collateral pledged by someone needing financing for a business purchase or a down payment. Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen's ProBuy, ProSell Lead Facilitator explores this important topic.
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...
The only time to get an exact and accurate inventory count, and valuation, is at the time the business is being transferred. To do so beforehand, would mean that any merchandise sold after inventory is taken, but before close of escrow - Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen & others discuss this topic.
Buying a liquor store can present some major challenges to business buyers - a recent client on the BizBen ProBuy Program relates to Peter Siegel, MBA what the major challenges may be when searching for and buying a Californa liquor store business. I welcome other Advisors to weigh in on this topic.
Doing due diligence when buying any type of business is extremely important. Regardless of what type of business you are buying there are certain things you will always look at such as, financials, equipment, legal issues etc. We take a look at several angles for optimal gas station due diligence.
For those who don't know, a non-compete agreement is a contract between a buyer and seller of a business, which after the sale, prohibits the seller from engaging in direct competition with the business they previously sold. Joe Ranieri (Business Broker) adds this topic to a BizBen Discussion Post.
In our BizBen.com June 2021 Monthly Report the top ProIntermediaries and ProAdvisors on BizBen offer their thoughts about the current status of the business for sale marketplace with trends and predictions for Business Buyers, Owner/Sellers, Business Brokers, Agents, Advisors in the near future.
Sometimes business brokers just can't win with their clients, because if an offer comes in too fast & too early then they must have lowballed the price & the seller is suspicious, and if not enough offers come in after putting the business on the market - they may look unproductive to their clients.
As the year winds down, it's tempting for business brokers to go through their old files and throw them out to make room for new client's folders, but that would be foolish. Joe Ranieri (Orange County Business broker) discusses strategies for saving files - a key annual strategy for brokers/agents.
When seeking SBA loan financing many potential business buyers have wrong information about the process of securing the best financing to buy a business. Peter Siegel, MBA a business purchase financing expert delves into the myths regarding SBA financing and business purchase financing.
We're hearing more and more about "crowd funding" through sites like gofundme and kickstarter as a possible way to raise the cash needed to buy a small business. This method of collecting funds has proven successful in other kinds of situations. Could this strategy work when buying a small business?
We all understand the idea of paying too much for a small business. But is there such a thing as not paying enough? That seems like an odd notion, but I'm familiar with situations in which a buyer acquired a small business for a figure substantially under what probably was market value.
Buying a small business is hard enough when there is no competition, so how might a buyer navigate the process when there is additional competition from other buyers? Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program) and others explain a few of the ways that a buyer can beat out other buyers.
When purchasing a small to mid-szied business, there are a multitude of things to evaluate. One area that is often overlooked is the business's culture. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen discusses with potential buyers the importance of understanding how the business runs on a day-to-day basis.
Negotiating the terms of a business deal is a delicate process, where one wrong move can cost you the business that you wanted to purchase. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses the ins and outs of negotiations, and how to work well with the seller to get a deal done.
It's important to remember that selling a business takes time. Unlike selling a house, which can be sold relatively fast, a business can take up to six months to a year to sell. I discuss this topic with other advisors and intermediaries on this BizBen Discussion.
There are a lot of misconceptions about what enhances the value of a business. The following factors in this Discussion are aspects of a business that really drives its value and pricing. A business owner asked me this question today so I wanted to get others view points as well in this Discussion.
It can take months, sometimes longer to sell a small business. Here are 6 questions plus other information from myself plus other BizBen Users to ask yourself to help you determine why your small to mid-sized California business isn't selling. You might be surprised what those reasons are!
Should I Sell My Business During The Holidays Or Wait Till After The New Year? Business Broker Joe Ranieri and others chime in on this BizBen Discussion about selling a business during the Holiday Season.
Applying for a business acquisition loan can be challenging for someone who hasn't been through that process in the past. If one has a mortgage one knows that the value of the property being pledged has to at least equal the amount of the loan, SBA loans to buy a small business are very different.
Yes, there are ways to find businesses with growth potential that can be purchased with modest investments. But before offering any ideas about finding cheap businesses, it's important to review some of the risks involved. Peter Siegel (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses this topic with others.
At What Point Do You Show Key Marketing Info And Materials To Buyers? Robb Hartman, Business Broker at BizBen discusses this topic with others on this BizBen Discussion.
Business buyers many times ask in my ProBuy consulting sessions - how long should I ask for due-diligence when buying a small business? The answer really depends on several factors. They include: type of business, demand for the business, complexity of the business. Advisors weigh in on this topic.
The owner selling the business doesn't have recent financial information or documentation but insists revenues are increasing. Should buyers believe the seller? What should buyers do in this situation? ProIntermediaries on BizBen answer the question of verifying seller / owner's financial claims.
When considering buying a business that is losing money one has to be very careful. There are reasons that the business could be losing money that aren't fatal or extremely difficult to fix and there are other reasons that should send you running in the other direction. Peter Siegel, MBA explains.
