Cash flow
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Revenue
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$500,000
Posting: 286861 | Available | 5/30/24
This is a prime opportunity to own a profitable Arco gas station in a highly trafficked area of Los Angeles. There are 10 years remaining on the Arco contract. It has a long term lease, starting base rent at $17,000/month.
Asking Price
$1,699,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
$1,250,000
Posting: 286860 | Available | 5/30/24
This is a prime opportunity to own a profitable Arco gas station and property in a highly trafficked area of Los Angeles. There are 10 years remaining on Arco contract.
Asking Price
$5,200,000
Cash flow
$144,630
Revenue
$842,980
Down
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Posting: 286851 | Available | 5/30/24
Welcome to the beautiful Escondido/San Marcos area of the San Diego County! This Retail/Compounding Pharmacy is located in a strip mall surrounded by heavy traffic major stores and a few medical clinics. One PIC, one tech and a driver run this pharmacy. 40 scripts per day.
Asking Price
$279,880
Cash flow
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Revenue
$2,970,000
Down
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Posting: 278094 | Available | 5/30/24
This Farmers Market-style neighborhood grocery store is located in the heart of the densely populated South Bay. It is family-run and operated with key staff in place. The sellers started their business with a specialty in providing fresh farm produce.
Asking Price
$295,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 283227 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a liquor store Type-21 off sale. (Assets Sale) With all new fixtures and equipment including brand-new walk-in coolers, floors, ceilings, countertops, shelving, etc. It is 3,200 sq. ft. It is an "asset sale" New lease term, buyer to sign with landlord.
Asking Price
$250,000
Bldg Size
18,138 Sq.Ft
Typical Floor Size
Call / Email
Year Built
1990
Posting: 286850 | Available | 5/29/24
Seize the opportunity to own a fully equipped and licensed state-of-the-art cannabis cultivation facility located in the thriving business district of Lancaster, California. This commercial warehouse offers a vast space of 18,138 square feet on a generous 42,458 square foot lot.
Asking Price
$7,777,000
Cash flow
$6,675,700
Revenue
$20,084,100
Down
$149,000
Posting: 286848 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a great opportunity to own a flourishing flower shop that epitomizes elegance and style. The shop is in a prime area of Orange County. This well-established business with glowing five-star reviews has garnered a great reputation for delivering fresh, vibrant blooms.
Asking Price
$14,900,000
Cash flow
$182,044
Revenue
$882,414
Down
$60,000
Posting: 286846 | Available | 5/29/24
Established in 2018, this profitable lawn and garden equipment and supplies store demonstrates consistent profitability. The business offers a wide range of premium products, ease of operation, and steady cash flow, making it an attractive acquisition for strategic buyers.
Asking Price
$550,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
N/A
Posting: 286827 | Available | 5/29/24
A lucrative stand-alone liquor store with real estate is for sale in Concord. It is situated in a prime location with high traffic and visibility. The store features a spacious layout and includes a one-unit apartment on the property with over $100,000 of solar panels installed.
Asking Price
$1,175,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,680,000
Down
$950,000
Posting: 285899 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a freestanding liquor and wine with craft beer store with great front parking without any competition. It is surrounded by many residential and apartments and all around and very safe area and high-end mid residential locations. Most of the time it is all employee-run.
Asking Price
$1,750,000
Cash flow
$403,591
Revenue
$1,701,119
Down
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Posting: 279580 | Available | 5/29/24
This prestigious women's fashion boutique provides exclusive designer apparel to an elite clientele. Carmel-by-the-Sea is an upscale visitor destination in the beautiful Monterey Peninsula area. This business is in the heart of the downtown Carmel shopping area.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 282530 | Available | 5/29/24
The gift store is nestled in the picturesque streets of Carmel and benefits from the heavy foot traffic generated by the town's bustling tourism industry. With its quaint architecture and artistic atmosphere, Carmel sets the perfect backdrop for this charming shop.
Asking Price
$379,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$270,000
Down
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Posting: 277615 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is an established juice bar. It is clean and colorful with and very inviting appearance. Inside is very vibrant with a great display of different fruits and smoothies being offered. It is displaying popular, tropical, and healthy options such as acai.
Asking Price
$65,000
Cash flow
$442,000
Revenue
$1,032,000
Down
$550,000
Posting: 285496 | Available | 5/29/24
This is a charm kiosk business for sale. There are 6 locations. There is a patent pending for how the charm attaches. The locations grossed $1 Million+ for 2023. The patent info is being sold along with the business. The average net sales are approximately $442k+/annually.
Asking Price
$550,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,320,000
Down
$800,000
Posting: 283191 | Available | 5/29/24
This is a freestanding liquor and wine shop with the property for sale in the Los Angeles area. They have a great gross profit and extra income. It is mainly employee-run. It is in a mixed-area. It is 4,800 sq. ft on a lot size of 7,000 sq. ft. Business hours are 7am-12am every day.
Asking Price
$3,499,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$744,000
Down
$399,000
Posting: 255696 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a well-established liquor store in Corona, Riverside County for many years. It's remodeled, has high margins, and a strong median income area. It's in a good location, with no competition nearby.
Asking Price
$399,000
Cash flow
$87,163
Revenue
$135,042
Down
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Posting: 272375 | Available | 5/29/24
This is a unique opportunity to own an established sporting goods store in Santa Barbara. It is near the beach and a popular campground. Ideal for selling bikes, skateboards & water sports equipment. The store was established in 2004 and has been owned since 2010. The owner wants to retire early.
Asking Price
$58,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
$30
Posting: 285816 | Available | 5/29/24
This is a good volume gasoline Arco AM/PM with real estate for sale located on a very busy corner with extremely high visibility and easy access. The last 2-year average gross sale is $14 million+/-, pumping about 220k+/- gallons a month. Store sales are about $100k+/- monthly
Asking Price
$5,700,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$270,000
Down
All Cash
Posting: 286821 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a grocery/market with lots of potential and sales continue to increase. There is no meat or produce. It is easy to run. open hours are only from 10 am-8 pm. Rent is $2,000 for the 1,200 sq ft. The lottery income is $600-700 per month and water/propane $250 per month. NO competition.
Asking Price
$75,000
Cash flow
$75,000
Revenue
$75,000
Down
$50
Posting: 286815 | Available | 5/29/24
Since 2008 this has been a successful part-time business. We designed the weddings and provided most of all the decor items such as backdrops, flowers, and special decor. We also rented the wedding inventory for the bridal couple to do their own if they wished.
Asking Price
$79,000
Bldg Size
Call / Email
Space Being Rented
800 Sq.Ft
Year Built
1960
Posting: 286814 | Available | 5/29/24
In a high-density, upscale area of the town, high visibility with high traffic counts. This means you'll be renting the space for your business from a landlord, as opposed to buying the property outright. You just need to bring your business idea and inventory, and you're ready to rock.
Lease Amount
$4,200
Cash flow
$170,000
Revenue
$1,700,000
Down
$800,000
Posting: 286812 | Available | 5/29/24
This 31-year-old Northern California based business has been in operation at this location for almost 12 years. This is a well-established retailer in the area, renowned for their selection of home and garden needs.
Asking Price
$800,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
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N/A
Posting: 286807 | Available | 5/29/24
The liquor store is located in a busy shopping center surrounded by dense residential areas, commercial establishments, and a park. The store experiences high volume, with gross sales reaching up to $130,000 per month. It occupies a 3,000 square foot space, with rent costing $10,800.
Asking Price
$850,000
Cash flow
N/A
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N/A
Posting: 286806 | Available | 5/29/24
Opened in March 2022, this site features four multipurpose dispensers (MPDs) along with a convenience store. The station is situated on a 0.43-acre corner lot, with an additional 0.7-acre lot located behind the store included in the sale. There is no fuel contract.
Asking Price
$4,500,000
Cash flow
$270,617
Revenue
$1,091,371
Down
$400,000
Posting: 282792 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a profitable, leading hearth (fireplace/stove) distributor and installer in the greater foothills of Sacramento County. There are more than 65 wood, gas, pellet, and electric stoves, inserts, and fireplaces on display in the fully stocked, 3,000-square-foot showroom.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
$244,626
Revenue
$620,665
Down
$579,000
Posting: 281778 | Available | 5/29/24
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire an existing shipping and mailing business with paper shredding, design/print services, mailbox rental income, and UPS/FedEx designated service locations. The company has been providing services to the local Oregon coastal community since 2002.
Asking Price
$579,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$25,000
Posting: 283297 | Available | 5/28/24
This is a cannabis delivery Type 9 business with license & office for sale located in Los Angeles County. Located in the city of Los Angeles near Beverly Hills in a very preferred upscale area.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$28,010
Revenue
$299,405
Down
$105,000
Posting: 281108 | Available | 5/28/24
For sale is a long-established vitamin and dietary supplement retailer with hundreds of repeat regular customers, trained staff, and full shelves of inventory for the next retail entrepreneur seeking a foothold in the lucrative market of supplements.
Asking Price
$105,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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$10,000
Posting: 286741 | Available | 6/11/24
Aggressive Price and Inventory Credit. A true turnkey, established 7-Eleven franchise opp. In San Mateo County CA. This is a rare opportunity to own a thriving 7-Eleven franchise in a growing San Bruno CA neighborhood. Price terms plus a 25% franchise discount if in contract by September 2024.
Asking Price
Call/Email
Cash flow
$1,200,000
Revenue
$1,140,000
Down
$55,000
Posting: 286780 | Available | 6/12/24
It is located between downtown LA and Koreatown, the biggest advantage is that there is no competition, so profits and net income are very high. The cost of rent is $2,805 for 2,600 sq ft. + basement. (additional reason why profits are high). It is a relatively safe place.
Asking Price
$1,050,000
Total Investment
$543,000
Min Liquid Cash
$200,000
Net Worth
$200,000
Posting: 284007 | Available | 6/12/24
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
$88,076
Revenue
$1,323,691
Down
$550,000
Posting: 285666 | Available | 6/14/24
Well-established, successful mattress business with two retail stores (3,100SF and 3,500SF) located in Oregon, both located in high-traffic shopping zones. Sells a full line of popular mattresses including Awara, Coaster, Corsicana, King Koil, Malouf, Nectar Sleep, Sealy, Sealy- Crown Jewel.
Asking Price
$550,000
Cash flow
$235,715
Revenue
$1,320,000
Down
$25
Posting: 284079 | Available | 6/16/24
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
Total Investment
$69,000
Min Liquid Cash
$59,000
Net Worth
N/A
Posting: 285583 | Available | 6/15/24
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 $199,999. Training to run your store usually takes just 3 days. Business opportunity fee: $20,000 included in $199K.
Franchise Fee
$0
Cash flow
$74,842
Revenue
$142,544
Down
$125,000
Posting: 280801 | Available | 6/12/24
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
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$380,000
Down
$154,900
Posting: 284866 | Available | 6/11/24
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
Call/Email
Revenue
$960,000
Down
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Posting: 286537 | Available | 6/15/24
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
$180,000
Revenue
$550,000
Down
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Posting: 274482 | Available | 6/15/24
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
$34,499
Revenue
$220,599
Down
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Posting: 286095 | Available | 6/13/24
For sale is an award winning e-commerce brand with over 1,000 real 5-star reviews on Amazon. Their established account has a proven sales track record. They also have a fully functional website, an active presence on social media platforms, comprehensive marketing materials, etc.
Asking Price
$89,000
Cash flow
$200,524
Revenue
$1,314,394
Down
$285,000
Posting: 285041 | Available | 6/13/24
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
$171,119
Revenue
$406,684
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Posting: 286863 | Available | 5/30/24
Explore this opportunity with a service provider in the repair, service and sales of component-level board repair for ATE Integrated Circuit test systems. With expertise that spans many manufacturers, this provider offers field services and scheduled calibrations for seamless client operations.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$780,000
Down
$275,000
Posting: 285534 | Available | 4/30/24
The liquor and wine shop in a shopping center is a very busy location with heavy traffic. The liquor store size is 1700 sf and rent is $5,800 including NNN charges. The business hours are from 7-12 am and weekends 7-11 pm. The location is a very safe area and it is very clean.
Asking Price
$485,000
Cash flow
$36,000
Revenue
$101,000
Down
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Posting: 286401 | Available | 6/6/24
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
$85,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
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Posting: 280948 | Available | 4/14/24
There has been a significant price adjustment! This gas station includes real estate on a large lot and boasts multiple income streams, including gas and diesel sales, a C-Store with a type 20 ABC license, billboard and Pacific Pride ground leases, rental income from a taco truck, ATM, and Bitcoin.
Asking Price
$2,885,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
Call / Email
Down
$25
Posting: 274846 | Available | 1/4/23
For sale is an Indian grocery store owned by the same owner for approximately 8 years in Contra Costa County, CA. It has very reasonable rent. It is 4,500 sq ft. for $2,300 + NNN until Feb. 2023. The lease ends on February 28, 2023. From March 2023 onward, the lease will be under negotiation.
Asking Price
$695,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$2,880,000
Down
$560,000
Posting: 285506 | Available | 4/22/24
This shopping center houses an anchor supermarket, boasting ample parking directly in front of the establishment. It has a great parking lot. The seller is the landlord of the business. Staffing typically consists of 7 full-time employees and 2 part-time employees.
Asking Price
$1,499,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
N/A
Posting: 285053 | Available | 2/7/24
This a type 21 ABC license for sale in Orange County. Asking price is $25,000 plus fees.
Asking Price
$25,000
Cash flow
$250,000
Revenue
$4,500,000
Down
$500,000
Posting: 285819 | Available | 3/25/24
Mobil branded station with C-Store and car wash. Circle K has master lease till 2048 and give three-year leases to dealer. Store has beer & wine license. It is about 30,000 SF land with C-store and car wash (dual system, works with or without brush). 8 MPD's & 4 UST's (3 10k & 1 12k
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 285052 | Available | 4/25/24
This a type 21 ABC license for sale in the county of Los Angeles. Asking price is $18,000 plus fees.
Asking Price
$18,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 269835 | Available | 10/4/21
Stable. Since 2000, DoughMain located in Thousand Oaks has been serving the community with retail and on line presence for the distribution retail & on line sales of Body Detox, Bowls, Bubblers, Dab Rigs, E-Cigs, E-Nails, E-Rigs, Bangers, CBD +, Drug Tests, and many other items.
Asking Price
$199,950
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
$500,000
Posting: 277051 | Available | 10/24/22
For sale is a liquor and grocery store doing about $150k/month in store sales plus about 10k gallon/m at almost a $1/gallon margin. The profit from gas pays the rent. There is a laundromat on the premises that if remodeled can bring in additional income. This business has almost no competition.
Asking Price
$1,250,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$480,000
Down
$70,000
Posting: 286529 | Available | 6/10/24
A market is for sale due to the owner's health forcing them to sell as they retire. The business boasts a high adjusted net income of $10,000 per month with accurate sales and income records. It is easy to operate, faces no competition, and operates from 9:30 am to 9:00 pm. The rent is only $2,400.
Asking Price
$155,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
$25
Posting: 286169 | Available | 4/17/24
The property boasts a great prime corner location on a heavily trafficked major street, featuring 4 MPD's with 8 hoses and double-wall fiberglass. The store enjoys high-margin sales, as well as gas with a margin ranging between 70-80 cents. Additionally, it is managed by an absentee owner.
Asking Price
$2,300,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 273204 | Available | 8/5/23
They offer a vast array of new and previously owned firearms, that also includes a variety of consignment firearms. They serve the needs of a broad customer base including sports men and women, collectors, law enforcement, military, and general firearms enthusiasts.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$305,332
Down
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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
$48,911
Revenue
$253,625
Down
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Posting: 285717 | Available | 3/19/24
For sale due to the owner's retirement is a successful and profitable custom uniform company. This business has been in operation for over 30 years. Their competitive pricing and reliable customer service has secured them repeat business. sale price includes $75,000 of inventory.
Asking Price
$179,000
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Often business buyers actions cause a deal to tank but they never know why. Peter Siegel with the BizBen ProBuy Program discusses what mistakes business buyers make in the search process to buy a business with some of the best business brokers and recent sellers on BizBen about this topic.
In my opinion and experience, an LOI may very well be appropriate for lower middle market transactions of $5,000,000 or more; but, for deals less than that an Asset Purchase Agreement ("APA") with contingencies on the actions of the buyer (and seller) is much more efficient and effective.
Some entrepreneurs believe it's better to start a business from scratch rather than buy an existing enterprise. While this may be good advice in some cases, usually it's not the best strategy. Here are five tips to help a buyer make the right decision from Peter Siegel, MBA On BizBen.
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.
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.
