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Revenue
$403,000
Down
$115,000
Posting: 275633 | Available | 5/21/23
This sandwich shop features outdoor seating in a popular shopping center surrounded by major retailers. The franchise offers one of the finest training programs in the industry as well as ongoing support for owners and an amazing advertising program. The store is off of a major highway.
Asking Price
$190,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$1,000,000
Down
$499,000
Posting: 272705 | Available | 4/7/23
For sale is an absentee-run, busy, and successful sandwich restaurant. It was established 14 years ago at a corner location. It is open every day from 11am-9pm (Fri & Sat until 10pm). It there are 2 floors and each floor is 800 sq ft. The rent is $4,500 per month. The lease is 10-years + 5-years.
Asking Price
$499,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$1,210,000
Down
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Posting: 276399 | Available | 3/18/23
For sale is an SBA pre-approved, highly-profitable national sandwich franchise. Loan payments are estimated at approximately $5k per month (4% of revenues) for a fixed 10-year loan at 9% interest. It has strong demographics where the business is located with excellent traffic.
Asking Price
$496,000
Posting: 275827 | Available | 12/31/22
Sandwich, quick serve franchise or independent wanted to buy. Experienced buyers. Adjusted Net Income-$200,000+. I am looking for a sandwich or quick serve restaurant or multi units to be operated by a family with many years of multi-unit experience and financially qualified that is relocating.
Cash flow
$204,000
Revenue
$840,000
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Posting: 269812 | Available | 12/27/22
This is a great opportunity for an aggressive owner-operator to take over this well-established and outstanding burger business and take it to the next level. The burgers here are exceptional and amazingly delicious and they are always consistently fresh and out of this world and second to none.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$103,363
Revenue
$411,355
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Posting: 273673 | Available | 12/2/22
This is Subway sandwich fast food franchise for sale in Antioch, CA. Subway is the leading choice for people seeking quick, nutritious meal options that the whole family can enjoy. Franchisor requires sufficient net worth and liquidity, and the buyer must live in the area. Total inventory is $3,000.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
$72,000
Revenue
$456,000
Down
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Posting: 277179 | Available | 10/30/22
For sale is a Subway Sandwich franchise location. This is a great opportunity to own this world-famous sub sandwiches at this great location. This is the place where you can trust the quality and freshness of sandwiches. The quality and taste of the food are always consistently delicious.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
$108,000
Revenue
$621,000
Down
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Posting: 261456 | Available | 7/27/22
The food is extremely delicious and this is definitely a place to get a quick bite. This place is definitely a hidden gem and a local treasure and a relatively undiscovered gem in Ventura. The food is so flavorful and absolutely amazing and second to none. The food is the top quality.
Asking Price
$169,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 261636 | Available | 7/3/22
Best sub sandwiches franchise. Made from high quality ingredients. This is a great place to come grab a quick healthy food and there are lots of options to choose from. This is a well known and one of the fastest growing franchises.
Asking Price
$169,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
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Posting: 268565 | Available | 6/28/21
Same owner operating 30 years. Very Busy major Street. Open M to F, 9-5 only. If new owner extend working hours earns more. Monthly gross $35,000-40,000, Owner + 3 employees. Well established business & major street plus office building. Owner Retire.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$60,000
Revenue
Call
Down
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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.
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
$275,000
Revenue
$1,165,000
Down
$195,000
Posting: 260768 | Available | 9/15/20
Breakfast & lunch city of Berkeley heavy foot traffic. Seating 30 people inside 10 people outside, rent $ 8450, per month including NNN. Lease 5+5 option. 1650 square feet full size of kitchen, seller claim annually sale $1,165. Open 7;30 till 6 pm 7 days a week. Seller claim take home $ 275,000.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
$475,000
Revenue
$3,000,000
Down
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Posting: 267141 | Available | 4/23/24
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.
Asking Price
$1,675,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,200,000
Down
$50,000
Posting: 285362 | Available | 2/26/24
The owner is motivated for a quick sale! This opportunity will not last long. For sale is 3 turn key sandwich franchise restaurants. Located in Beach cities in south OC. One location is a new build out less than 6 years ago. There is an office space in one location.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$480,000
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Posting: 284190 | Available | 2/12/24
This franchise is known for freshly baked bread, served warm, deli-style sandwiches features an array of top-quality meats, artisan cheese, and fresh produce topped with delectable house spread. This restaurant offers the ultimate in casual dining in an old-time style establishment.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$900,000
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Posting: 282518 | Available | 11/3/23
This is a multi-unit Subway franchise restaurant in Tulare county. Both locations were remodeled a few months ago. They are absentee-run. There is a lot more potential for more profits/sales with an owner-operator. For rent, one is $2,914 and the other is $2,564.18 per month including CAM.
Asking Price
$639,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 284116 | Available | 12/1/23
This is a breakfast & lunch cafe for sale. They sell American and Korean sandwiches and breakfast food. They are open 5 days a week (closed on weekends) from 6am-3:30pm. They have excellent Yelp reviews. The owner has owned it for 10 years but wants to retire.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$1,000,000
Down
$499,000
Posting: 272705 | Available | 4/7/23
For sale is an absentee-run, busy, and successful sandwich restaurant. It was established 14 years ago at a corner location. It is open every day from 11am-9pm (Fri & Sat until 10pm). It there are 2 floors and each floor is 800 sq ft. The rent is $4,500 per month. The lease is 10-years + 5-years.
Asking Price
$499,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 284568 | Available | 1/8/24
This national franchise store is located in a busy intersection and shopping center in Los Angeles. It is surrounded by highly populated areas namely supermarkets, parks, and universities. The business employees are 5 part-time employees and open 7 days a week.
Asking Price
$55,000
Cash flow
$275,000
Revenue
$1,165,000
Down
$195,000
Posting: 260768 | Available | 9/15/20
Breakfast & lunch city of Berkeley heavy foot traffic. Seating 30 people inside 10 people outside, rent $ 8450, per month including NNN. Lease 5+5 option. 1650 square feet full size of kitchen, seller claim annually sale $1,165. Open 7;30 till 6 pm 7 days a week. Seller claim take home $ 275,000.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
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Posting: 282237 | Available | 8/16/23
5-Day Cafe in Hgh-Rise in Long Beach downtown on the ground floor. They have extra storage using free and patio. Surrounded by many corporate offices, Government offices, a big hotel next door, and a lot of condos across the street.
Asking Price
$159,000
Cash flow
$140,000
Revenue
$640,000
Down
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Posting: 276890 | Available | 7/28/23
For sale is a newly built, 100% absentee-operated Togo's Sandwich franchise location in San Jose. It is an established business located in a busy foot-traffic shopping center. The current owner has not increased the product prices recently. They have owned it since March 2014.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$128,000
Down
$30,000
Posting: 283689 | Available | 3/27/24
For sale is an Italian pizzeria & sandwich shop located in nice shopping center. Rent is $2,600/month, annual sales are $100,000. The owner has a job and works 40 hours/week. established in 1979. The shop is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. It currently needs an owner-operator. 29K Down/Owner Carry.
Asking Price
$55,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 261636 | Available | 7/3/22
Best sub sandwiches franchise. Made from high quality ingredients. This is a great place to come grab a quick healthy food and there are lots of options to choose from. This is a well known and one of the fastest growing franchises.
Asking Price
$169,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 285965 | Available | 4/3/24
Huge growth opportunity to increase sales by increasing hours, prices, and marketing. Huge opportunity for a more dedicated owner-operator. Currently, absentee-operated. Established business located downtown with busy foot traffic; located near SJSU. The store is recovering nicely from COVID.
Asking Price
$130,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 276670 | Available | 2/28/24
For sale is a popular and well established cafe serving breakfast and lunch just off of Union Square. They have a Type 41 beer and wine license. Kitchen has a type 1 hood and walk-in cooler. The area gets tons of foot traffic. It is 1,700 square feet with a great lease.
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$76,140
Revenue
$622,773
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Posting: 285487 | Available | 3/4/24
For sale is a national franchise in the prime location of South West San Diego! This store boasts reasonable rent and has been remodeled to meet the latest brand requirements, ensuring a fresh and inviting atmosphere for customers. Ideal for an entrepreneur looking to run their own business.
Asking Price
$157,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$360,000
Down
Cash Only
Posting: 257779 | Available | 4/11/24
The price has been lowered for this donut shop in San Ramon. Rent is $4,900 and the size of over 1,000 sq. ft. The yearly revenue is $360,000. They serve donuts, coffee, and sandwiches. It is open 7 days and business hour is 5 am-3 pm. The owner will train. The owner has no time to manage the store.
Asking Price
$179,999
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$500,000
Down
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Posting: 276889 | Available | 3/27/24
This is a great opportunity for an owner-operator. Currently, it is absentee owner operated. This established business is located in downtown San Jose with busy foot traffic. The store is recovering very nicely after its closure during the pandemic. There is plenty of room for growth.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$227,809
Revenue
$2,245,978
Down
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Posting: 283528 | Available | 3/22/24
For sale is a multi-unit (2) Jimmy John's franchise with strong sales and low rents. Jimmy John's is the largest sandwich chain specializing in delivery and is part of the Inspire Brands Family. Founded in 1983, Jimmy John's has grown to more than 2,800 in 43 states.
Asking Price
$900,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 267331 | Available | 8/18/23
This is a sandwich shop for sale in Aliso Viejo, Orange County. It is located within a business complex. It has short hours and is easy to operate. It has a low rent. It spent 20 years with the previous owner. The seller wants to relocate. It is open from Monday through Friday.
Asking Price
$15,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$50
Posting: 285020 | Available | 2/6/24
For sale is a newer-remodeled Subway with good sales and net profits that has been operating for over 30 years by the same family. It has great income especially for an owner/operator family while also in a good neighborhood (schools nearby). Owners looking to retire or willing to have partners.
Asking Price
Reduced
Cash flow
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Revenue
$662,200
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Posting: 281173 | Available | 3/26/24
Over 48 years of long-standing deli and cafe franchise with a large presence throughout the Bay Area. Their sandwiches, soups, and salads are made with fresh, quality ingredients.
Asking Price
$185,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$123,160
Down
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Posting: 286249 | Available | 4/24/24
Do not miss this unique opportunity to own a grab-n-go or stay-n-sit cafe and sandwich shop. Owned and operated by the seller this North County San Diego business resides in affluent business park that has a captive audience, loyal customer base and great reviews. The cafe/shop is fully equipped.
Asking Price
$85,000
Cash flow
$104,281
Revenue
$810,524
Down
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Posting: 286090 | Available | 4/10/24
This is a fantastic chance to acquire a thriving sandwich franchise business with a leased location in the prime area of Hollywood. Situated in a bustling center alongside renowned brand-name tenants, this location benefits from their proximity to key landmarks and attractions.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 284795 | Available | 1/23/24
An absentee owner is now selling a turn-key Subway Franchise restaurant for sale, boasting impressive rounded sales of $400,000 plus. Strategically located, in a busy retail shopping center with high foot traffic. The 1,200 SQ FT premises offer stability and room for growth.
Asking Price
$75,000
Cash flow
$72,000
Revenue
$372,000
Down
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Posting: 285481 | Available | 3/3/24
For sale is a part-time business (since 2019) that serves American food, sandwiches, wraps, and salads. It is located in a business building/park area. There is no hood or gas. The owner works 10 hours a week. They do online orders and pickup only (Sat and Sun).
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$600,000
Down
$199,000
Posting: 280008 | Available | 1/25/24
A well-established, fully upgraded in 2023 to a new look, Togo's Sandwiches Franchise is in the most active location in Alameda County, California. The current menu serves sandwiches, salads, chips, and drinks, fully staffed with high-quality employees. The absentee owner is doing exceptionally.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$204,000
Revenue
$840,000
Down
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Posting: 269812 | Available | 12/27/22
This is a great opportunity for an aggressive owner-operator to take over this well-established and outstanding burger business and take it to the next level. The burgers here are exceptional and amazingly delicious and they are always consistently fresh and out of this world and second to none.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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All Cash
Posting: 276684 | Available | 3/18/24
This Togo's Sandwich franchise is for sale, and is located in a busy neighborhood shopping center. This store is located near 3 schools. The monthly rent is $7,800 including CAM and everything else. The size is 2,000 sq. ft. A potential buyer can change it or keep the concept. There is no hood.
Asking Price
$119,999
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Business buyers many times ask in my ProBuy consulting sessions - how long should I ask for due-diligence when buying a small business? The answer really depends on several factors. They include: type of business, demand for the business, complexity of the business. Advisors weigh in on this topic.
The owner selling the business doesn't have recent financial information or documentation but insists revenues are increasing. Should buyers believe the seller? What should buyers do in this situation? ProIntermediaries on BizBen answer the question of verifying seller / owner's financial claims.
When considering buying a business that is losing money one has to be very careful. There are reasons that the business could be losing money that aren't fatal or extremely difficult to fix and there are other reasons that should send you running in the other direction. Peter Siegel, MBA explains.
Asking the seller straightforward questions and getting straightforward answers in return is an important part of the buying and due diligence process. In this Discussion, both ProIntermediaries and Advisors offer thorough questions you should be asking during your meeting with a business seller.
