Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 275849 | Available | 3/21/25
Self Serve Carwash with Tunnel, Vacuum stations, large lot. This carwash is an excellent opportunity! With four self serve bays, multiple vacuums, and an exterior tunnel, this is a great way for an entry into the carwash business without significant labor. With sales from multiple income sources,
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 289087 | Available | 10/23/24
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a premium self-service and automatic car wash, with the potential to convert to a full-service operation! This 22,000 sq/ft property includes 4 vacuum stations and 4 self-service car wash bays.
Asking Price
$1,290,000
Cash flow
$750,000
Revenue
$1,350,000
Down
$30
Posting: 247765 | Available | 10/22/20
This store sales express car wash with property. This express car wash is running by 100% employee. Please, call/email qualified customer only.
Asking Price
$8,250,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
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Down
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Posting: 280515 | Available | 6/3/24
For sale is a brand new state of the art express car wash with real estate located in Riverside County, California. It has an extra long 160 ft tunnel and 30+ vacuums. It's located on a very busy street.
Asking Price
$11,795,000
Cash flow
$225,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$250,000
Posting: 280024 | Available | 4/7/25
For sale is a full-service car wash on a busy street. It is 1.15 acres and there are over 25 spots for parking. The building was remodeled in 2020 with a nice office and guest area (where they can play California Lottery). It is located on a major street which is surrounded by businesses.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$440,000
Revenue
$540,000
Down
$30
Posting: 289306 | Available | 11/9/24
A highly popular and busy self-service car wash with property is now for sale. Located in a prime area of East Los Angeles, this car wash sits on a spacious 15,581 sq. ft. lot and includes eight wash bays and ten vacuums.
Asking Price
Call/Email
Total Investment
$4,900,000
Percentage Offered
Call / Email
Posting: 292531 | Available | 5/1/25
Seller financing is available with a low interest rate and the ability to close in 30 days, making this a standout opportunity for both owner-operators and developers looking for a cash-flowing asset with expansion potential. Annual gross income $800,000
Min. Investment Acceptable
Call / Email
Cash flow
Call
Revenue
$900,000
Down
25% to 30%
Posting: 245344 | Available | 10/7/20
Exclusive listing for full service and its property at good location of Valley Area in Los Angeles county. Exclusive listing for full service car wash and its property at excellent location, that produces $85,000. monthly gross.
Asking Price
$3,400,000
Cash flow
$420,000
Revenue
$1,080,000
Down
$600,000
Posting: 286931 | Available | 6/3/24
For sale is a car wash that can be converted into an express car wash in Orange County. The business is located in a large shopping mall in the main commercial corridor of the city. The buyer will have a new 30-year lease. The operating lot is 47,132 square feet, providing ample space.
Asking Price
$2,000,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$350,000
Posting: 288336 | Available | 1/29/25
Tsunami Express Car Wash and Full-Service Car Wash is a prime location surrounded by shopping centers, fast food restaurants, coffee houses, and other retail establishments. It is just minutes away from the Palm Desert Country Club and Woodhaven Country Club. SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH $350,000
Asking Price
$590,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$35
Posting: 291198 | Available | 3/20/25
Business Only Sale, Independent Gas Station: Gas 45K Gal/Month @ $1+ Margin, Market $88K/Month, Lotto $45K/Month, Car Wash $3K/Month. Lot Size .58 Acre, Market Approximately 1,800 SF, Friction/Brush Car Wash. Hours of Operation 24/7. Freeway Location.
Asking Price
$1,700,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292625 | Available | 5/6/25
Express Car Wash, 1.22 Acres, Prime Location, Near Major Intersection * 2020 Car Wash converted to an Express Car Wash. Major remodeling, New Sonnys Branded equipment installed with 20 vacuums * New main electrical switch board with 800 AMP, 150V new transformer, new sub-panels installed in 20
Asking Price
$9,790,000
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Posting: 273489 | Available | 6/1/22
I am seeking for coin car wash with property and long term lease as below. Serious sellers only. Coin car wash with property. County wanted: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside county. Price Range Wanted: 1 million to 5 Million. Timing: Anytime for 10-31 Exchange customers.
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 282878 | Available | 2/29/24
For sale is a full-service car wash with big corner lot. It is located across from Walmart regional shopping center in fast growing area with a lot of new commercial and residential developments. Buyer can buy business only or buy with property. Principals only.
Asking Price
$3,500,000
Cash flow
Call or Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$20
Posting: 289033 | Available | 12/16/24
For sale is an express car wash. It used to be a full-service car wash, but the current seller is operating it as an Express Car wash only. It has the potential for someone to operate as Full service as well. Very Low Rent, $3,200/month, with a long lease time remaining. 110-foot-long Tunnel.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
Bldg Size
Call / Email
Typical Floor Size
Call / Email
Year Built
Call / Email
Posting: 290256 | Available | 5/7/25
Commercial Plus Texas, LLC is pleased to share a portfolio of three high-performing, business-only assets with exceptional operational efficiency, strong demographic appeal, and a strategic regional footprint in the thriving Beaumont-Port Arthur-Groves corridor.
Asking Price
$1,400,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,080,000
Down
$150,000
Posting: 285259 | Sold | 2/20/24
This is a gas station business and property for sale. It is a 22k sq ft. property located at one of the busiest intersections. The station pumps 100kg a month at 80 cents. The store sales are $20k a month. Their 60-foot car wash tunnel is ready to install equipment.
Asking Price
$5,999,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 290900 | Available | 4/10/25
Skyline Properties, Inc., in conjunction with Foreign Cooperating Broker Commercial Plus, LLC, is pleased to present an exclusive opportunity to acquire two high-performing express car washes in Washington State. Includes multiple profit centers and associated real estate.
Asking Price
$15,300,000
Posting: 284157 | Available | 12/4/23
Socal Car Washes is seeking car washes for our list of qualified clients. Express, Flex, or full service is accepted and with or without real estate. Give us a call for a free market evaluation of your car wash!
Bldg Size
5,970 Sq.Ft
Typical Floor Size
5,970 Sq.Ft
Year Built
2019
Posting: 289446 | Available | 5/7/25
Available for sale is the opportunity to acquire a real estate investment opportunity in East Peoria, IL. The 1.5-ac property features a 5,970-sf building designed for modern express car wash operations. Absolute triple-net (NNN) lease in place for 19.4 years with four 5-year options.
Asking Price
$5,600,000
Cash flow
$11,999
Revenue
$12,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 283251 | Available | 10/7/23
Spokane, Washington's premier mobile detailing business for purchase. With years of automotive detailing business experience, the Seller launched his own Company in 2016, to help busy clients keep their autos, RVs, motorcycles, and boats in perfect condition.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$720,000
Revenue
$1,440,000
Down
$3,800,000
Posting: 286556 | Available | 1/12/25
An absentee-run express carwash with property is for sale. It is situated amidst Interstate freeways 10, 210, and 605, as well as State Route 57, enjoying heavy traffic and an excellent location. The lot size is 24,000 square feet with a building size of 2400 square feet. $3.5M down payment needed.
Asking Price
$8,680,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
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Posting: 287053 | Available | 6/11/24
For sale is a 65,000 Sq. Ft. , premier, Flex Car Wash with Property serving Orange County and West Riverside. It includes oil, lube, and smog checks. It is absentee-run. The car wash price has been reduced dramatically for a quick sale.
Asking Price
$8,995,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$229,000
Down
$25
Posting: 266783 | Available | 5/6/22
Exclusive listing for coin car wash including its property. Seller has not been working there for last 12 years because he has lived 80 miles away from the subject car wash. He just invested in it. 1031 Exchange is possible.
Asking Price
$1,850,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 290527 | In Escrow | 2/7/25
For sale is a high-volume, branded gas station with car wash that is close to the freeway entrance. Real Estate included.
Asking Price
$6,950,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$354,924
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 290897 | Available | 3/3/25
An outstanding opportunity for an owner/user to acquire both the business and the underlying real estate, including the land, building, and FF&E. This offers the potential to control your own future with ownership of the property, eliminating the uncertainty of leasing.
Asking Price
$2,350,000
Cash flow
$1,500,000
Revenue
$5,000,000
Down
$5,000,000
Posting: 287982 | Available | 12/17/24
A gas station with property near FWY 101 is for sale. A car wash business is also included in the sale together with a convenience store. It is an independent gas station. The size of the lot is 31,363 SF with a beautiful shape of the convenience store with B/W License.
Asking Price
$15,000,000
Cash flow
$1,800,000
Revenue
$3,000,000
Down
$7,500,000
Posting: 286559 | Available | 12/1/24
An absentee owner is currently managing the business, which is an express carwash located with its property in Orange County, and it is now available for sale. The property is situated in a prime location. It is expected to be operational within several months. PRINCIPAL ONLY. NO BROKER COOP.
Asking Price
$19,800,000
Cash flow
$250,000
Revenue
$1,000,000
Down
$449,000
Posting: 290079 | Available | 5/12/25
This Northern California based Pizza Franchise is a Sub-Chapter S Corporation and has been in operation for the past 30 years and under current ownership for the past 2 1/2 years. This franchise has been in operation for over 45 years, making it one of the most established pizza franchises.
Asking Price
$449,000
Cash flow
$254,000
Revenue
$790,000
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 289688 | Available | 5/10/25
This glass replacement and repair business has a 29+ year reputation for excellent service at a reasonable cost. They serve Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties and some surrounding areas.
Asking Price
$289,000
Cash flow
$500,000
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 290273 | Available | 5/9/25
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.
Asking Price
Franchise Fee 49,500
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292417 | Available | 5/15/25
Freestanding building plus restaurant for sale in Oroville. Oroville is located in the Northern Sacramento Valley, in the Sierra Nevada Foothills. It's about 65 miles north of Sacramento. The restaurant is nestled downtown across the public parking and literally down the street from the theater.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$749,000
Posting: 285011 | Available | 5/10/25
This Northern California-based auto repair business is a California Sole Proprietorship that has been in operation for the past 41 years, since 1983, under ownership of the founder. Located in Northern California, they service customers in an approximate 30-mile radius from their location.
Asking Price
$749,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
795K and 833K
Down
All Cash
Posting: 292664 | Available | 5/14/25
Pizza Restaurant 2 Loc Avail. / Beer & Wine / Gross Sales $69K mo. /1500 sq feet / Rent $5,996.68 / 7 years Lease / Fully Equip 2 hoods / 3 Deck Pizza Oven / Walkin Cooler / Lg Freezer /Gross Sales $66K mo. 2nd Loc. / 1200 Sq Feet / Rent $6,637.57 Wood Fire Neapoli Oven / Parking /Center Vons-CVS.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
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Posting: 286620 | Available | 5/12/25
This laundromat property is available for purchase and re-tooling. This once well-run and profitable laundromat has fallen due to neglect and an eventual closure. This opportunity is now available for acquisition and renovation.
Asking Price
$697,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$100,000
Down
$595,000
Posting: 287210 | Available | 5/10/25
This Northern Californian RV and Camping Cabin Park is a California Limited Liability Company and under current ownership for the past 6 years but has been in existence for the past 70 years! Located on the almost 8-acre property are 10 cabins, 16 full RV hookups, 5 dry RV spots, and 6 tent sites.
Asking Price
$595,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$618,510
Down
$305,000
Posting: 292096 | Available | 5/12/25
A high-end design and installation business supporting an incredibly fast growing commercial and residential market. A highly profitable business specializing in gutter design and installation, boasting over two decades of experience. This company excels in offering a range of services.
Asking Price
$359,000
Cash flow
$74,558
Revenue
$159,000
Down
$425,000
Posting: 292526 | Available | 5/14/25
This is an established saw sharpening business that has consistently delivered superior sharpening services, earning loyal customers across generations. This business was negatively impacted by COVID yet has turned around and is running smoothly. As industries evolve, the demand for sharpened blades
Asking Price
$425,000
Total Investment
$99,000
Min Liquid Cash
$50,000
Net Worth
$250,000
Posting: 290574 | Available | 5/15/25
Griswold Home Care provides in-home care for seniors, adults with disabilities, living alone, recovering No brand has a history like Griswold Home Care, and no brand has a brighter future ahead of them. Griswold Home Care continues to set the standard for care and compassion!
Franchise Fee
$49,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$400,000
Down
$749,000
Posting: 290920 | Available | 5/14/25
This Nevada based Internet Service Provider (ISP) is a Nevada Sub-Chapter S Corporation that has been in business for the past 15 years under the current ownership. Covering remote areas in Nevada, this ISP has 4 towers that only have their equipment located on each tower.
Asking Price
$749,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 289800 | Available | 5/14/25
A Southeast Asian restaurant is for sale in Vallejo. This casual, counter-serve eatery specializes in Vietnamese staples, including pho and banh mi sandwiches, with vegetarian options available. The restaurant features a spacious dining area with plenty of natural light
Asking Price
$128,000
Cash flow
$90,258
Revenue
$711,637
Down
$225,000
Posting: 292442 | Available | 5/10/25
This almost 20 year old business is available as owners want to retire. In addition to auto repair, they do wheels. tires, and are a U-Haul location. They do not have a website or do any advertising. The have a 4.4 rating on yelp (36 reviews). The business is located in a great lifestyle area.
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$1,600,000
Down
Cash Only
Posting: 286268 | Available | 5/12/25
For sal his a beautiful 50's diner, with a tons of memorabilia included in the sales price. Service is fast food style where you order at the counter. It is not a full service, table order restaurant. The business is manager run. Owner spends little to no time at the business as the owner lives far.
Asking Price
$695,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 279812 | Available | 5/12/25
This well-established award-winning Agency has been serving the Wilmington area since 1986. The office is located between several major cities on the East Coast and has a diverse population of many rich cultures and communities.
Asking Price
$680,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 290637 | Available | 5/15/25
Join the Signworld Owners Alliance and create custom commercial signage without royalties or restrictive guidelines in a supportive, peer-driven network. This is a Monday-Friday B2B business. Can be operated out of home office or commercial space.
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
$135,000
Revenue
$1,350,000
Down
Cash Only
Posting: 290971 | Available | 5/14/25
Very busy location on a main street in North San Diego County with great exposure and high traffic counts of approx. 51,000 vehicles per day per the City website. Freestanding drive-thru location. Ample parking with 22 spaces. Currently no Door Dash or other 3rd party delivery service utilized.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$308,734
Revenue
$3,767,288
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 289933 | Available | 5/15/25
Restaurant and bar with gaming and catering, in business for over 14 years, turnkey opportunity with multiple growth opportunities for new owner.
Asking Price
$495,000
Cash flow
$1,500,000
Revenue
$2,600,000
Down
$6,500,000
Posting: 286210 | Available | 5/10/25
This Northern Californian Towing and Storage Company is a Californian Limited Liability Company that has been in business for the past 32 years under the same ownership. They operate out of one main location with 3 storage facilities and provide full-service towing capabilities.
Asking Price
$6,500,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$53,771
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286375 | Available | 5/10/25
Unlock the door to your dream of business ownership with a thriving Deli/Cafe business nestled in San Anselmo. Beyond its quaint facade lies a bustling hub where every cup of coffee tells a story and each dish served is made with fresh local ingredients.
Asking Price
$74,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
All Cash
Posting: 292439 | Available | 5/15/25
Boba and Dessert / Can expend to Bagels and Donuts / ASSET SALE / 1500 sq feet / Low Rent $2800 including NNN / 5 years + 5 years Option (lease to be read) 3 years no increases. / Can convert to Pizza Rest / Mexican Rest/ Chinese Fast Food / Sandwiches Location/ Grease Inceptor (common) PATIO!!!
Asking Price
$120,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$393,876
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 292109 | Available | 5/12/25
After 45 plus successful years in Landscape construction, the owner of this well-respected, highly profitable Landscape Construction Company wants to try something different. The seller started his company in 2016, specializing in 99% new landscaping construction for residential homes.
Asking Price
$25,000
Cash flow
$150,000
Revenue
$3,540,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 281836 | Available | 5/10/25
This Nevada-based specialized moving company is a Nevada Subchapter S Corporation and was formed 6 years ago and has been under the same ownership since inception. Ranked as one of the best piano movers in Nevada, they are licensed and insured and offer 5-star specialized moving services.
Asking Price
$499,000
Cash flow
$115,000
Revenue
$700,000
Down
$2,200,000
Posting: 290947 | Available | 5/14/25
This Northern Californian Restaurant Supply Company is a Californian C Corporation that has been in business for the past 18 years. They have an ample and diverse inventory with a competitive advantage over supply company's that have limited stock or backorder issues.
Asking Price
$2,200,000
Cash flow
$89,508
Revenue
$427,555
Down
$50,000
Posting: 287509 | Available | 5/14/25
$50,0000. DOWN PAYMENT INTEREST ONLY SELLER FINANCING FOR TWO YEARS. A great opportunity to own a lively and busy bar with entertainment located on a very busy street in Vacaville. This turnkey operation is currently managed by an absentee seller. Seller relocating. Type 48 ABC.SDCF 2024 $89,508.00
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$382,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 291255 | Available | 5/15/25
Mediterranean restaurant for sale in East Sacramento. Located in strip mall with Starbucks, 4 minutes from Sacramento state, and 10 minutes to Fab 40s. The Fab 40s is one of the most iconic, gorgeous and wealthy neighborhoods in Sacramento.
Asking Price
$128,000
Cash flow
$360,000
Revenue
$1,320,000
Down
$1,290,000
Posting: 287508 | Available | 5/12/25
The newly built Yogurtland franchise, featuring all new equipment, is situated in a prime location in Santa Monica, CA. The annual proforma sales are approximately $1,320,000 in net sales, and the net proforma is approximately $360,000 with employee management.
Asking Price
$1,290,000
Cheryl's a restaurant business broker, over 25 years in the bar and restaurant industry coupled with a J.D. Cheryl works tirelessly to create successful strategies and effective negotiations for those who wish to purchase a new or sell an existing bar, restaurant, cafe, or night club. 415-309-2722
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Laundromats and coin operated Laundromats are popular choices among business buyers as they often can be successfully run as an absentee run business. You need to be strategic about when you sell your Laundromat so you don't get taken to the cleaners by a buyer and so that you maximize your profits.
Are you thinking of selling your California vending route? More business buyers than ever before are looking to buy such a business. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen.com discusses tips for selling your vending route.
Buying a professional service business, like a dental practice, is one of the most profitable ventures you can enter into if you are considering becoming a small business owner. In this blog, Peter Siegel, MBA discusses six things you need to know about buying a successful dental practice or office.
Entrepreneurs who think they want to buy a towing business need to have some idea of what to look for when examining businesses for sale in this industry. The assets, including tow trucks and perhaps the property where towed vehicles are stored, determine much of the value of this kind of company.
Buying a day care for sale is a dream for many people. Here, you'll learn how to successfully negotiate the purchase of a day care for sale to make that dream a reality. Peter Siegel with BizBen.com covers this topic.
There are several things to consider when placing a value on a preschool. Businesses that are regarded as leading preschools in their area can go for premium prices so know what you have so a potential buyer can't take advantage of your lack of knowledge. Peter Siegel with BizBen.com explains.
How does the laundromat business look as we enter this changing environment? Is it still as easy to operate a laundry and be profitable? Is it still the American Dream Business that it has been known to be? Yes, but… Chuck Post, Laundry Advisor & Consultant initiates this BizBen Discussion post.
We are finding that many laundry buyers and investors are not being given true light to selected elements of value or there are inconsistencies in the interpretation of these elements of value. This common error needs to be addressed. In this BizBen Discussion we address many of those factors.
Chuck Post a laundry consultant, specialty broker, buyer representative & due diligence advisor starts this discussion on why it's important to have an exit strategy in mind while buying a laundromat! He & others explain why this concept is so important for buyers especially in the laundry business.
However all the laundry listings are asking 4X to 5X multiple for an asking price! Is this reasonable, standard? We are are looking buy either a coin or a card laundry and want to pay a "fair" price. What factors go into valuing a laundry business these days? Multiple Advisors answer this question.
When buying an Elderly Care Home what should potential buyers always ask the broker or owner before proceeding? Find out in this Discussion on BizBen. Items buyers of elderly care homes will want to know more about why the seller is moving on, average length of stay, placement fees paid, etc.
A business buyer asks about the viability and purchase of a home health care service and about the future of this industry - Peter Siegel, MBA takes on this question with other ProIntermediaries & Advisors on BizBen regarding the home health care industry and it's future for potential buyers.
I would like to start this discussion and see what other BizBen Users feel about (and possible contribute to this list via a comment and replies below) what items/questions/information buyers should be thinking about during the due diligence and buying process of manufacturing related businesses.
Is a dog grooming business for you? Business broker Joe Ranieri ponders this question with BizBen viewers and answers this question along with other intermediaries and advisors. Some replies cover: brick and mortar vs. mobile, licenses & certifications, maintaining and growing a clientel, etc.
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.
Buying a gas station can be a profitable business. From my experience, here are the pros & cons of buying a gas station that I share with BizBen ProBuy Buyers when they come to me to to get pre-qualified for financing to buy a gas station (with or without real estate). I discuss all these factors.
How much money should you expect to make when buying an automatic car wash? Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program Director and Business Purchase Financing Expert) explains with other brokers, intermediaries, and advisors info on this topic.
This is a hard question to answer specifically without any knowledge of the business. What kind of car wash it is (auto, self-serve, or full service)?, How many bays does the car wash have? Is there any other streams of revenue? We discuss this topic regarding car washes on this BizBen Discussion.
Before purchasing a car wash (quick serve or full serve) you must understand that the industry as a whole will provide you with plenty of competition. More importantly, depending on what your interests are, you will identify what type of car wash you want. We discuss this all in this Discussion.
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.
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.
