Cash flow
$127,428
Revenue
$973,046
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Posting: 292432 | Available | 6/9/25
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to acquire a profitable wholesale business equipped with a vast inventory list! As tariffs rise, many retailers are seeking affordable solutions, and this business is strategically positioned to meet that demand. Diverse range of high-quality products.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$80,000
Revenue
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Posting: 291131 | Available | 6/5/25
Well-structured, easy-to-run business with consistent demand and a proven product line. This business is a turnkey furniture manufacturing company specializing in pre-designed office and retail store furniture. This is a streamlined operation with established systems.
Asking Price
$166,000
Cash flow
$75,000
Revenue
$464,000
Down
$160,000
Posting: 287403 | Available | 6/9/25
Profitable Vegan Bakery Poised for Explosive Growth! Step into a highly successful Vegan Wholesale Bakery boasting a loyal clientele, $464k+ in trending 2024 revenue, and a stellar reputation for incredible vegan & gluten-free pastries. Crucially, a talented team handles all daily baking operation
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$775,000
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Posting: 293009 | Available | 6/3/25
Profitable Janitorial Supply business. Owner is retiring after 54+/ years! An exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-standing janitorial supply business.
Asking Price
$275,000
Cash flow
$175,020
Revenue
$936,520
Down
$1,000,000
Posting: 290635 | Available | 6/3/25
This relocatable business is a leading wholesale provider of high-quality scuba diving gear and accessories, offering a wide range of products designed to enhance underwater experiences. A commitment to durability, performance, and comfort, they cater to both beginners and seasoned divers.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
$534,513
Revenue
$2,717,798
Down
$1,800,000
Posting: 285454 | Available | 6/3/25
This is a wholesale bakery producing a special niche bakery product for the last 15 years, in business since 1993. This bakery serves the needs of several large regional supermarket chains. The business is near capacity in its single 3,000 sq ft. facility but poised for growth.
Asking Price
$1,800,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 263633 | Available | 6/3/25
Trufeet LLC is a US manufacturer of revolutionary, patented cat grooming glove KittyTongue (US patent 9,622,457). Product competitive advantage: patented grooming surface bio-mimics cat's tongue and provides natural and gentle grooming to cats. Relocatable, home-based. For sale by owner. Training.
Asking Price
$399,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$3,000,000
Down
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Posting: 292963 | Available | 5/29/25
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational seafood distribution warehouse located in the heart of Hayward's industrial district. This facility currently supports a steady and established wholesale business, supplying numerous Bay Area restaurants and retailers.
Asking Price
$475,000
Cash flow
$811,386
Revenue
$6,668,401
Down
$2,560,000
Posting: 292945 | Available | 5/27/25
This business has been operating successfully since 2010 with a proven business model, supplying nationally recognized discount department store chains with thousands of locations across the U.S. The company's success is built on efficient logistics and inventory management systems,
Asking Price
$2,560,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 292874 | Available | 5/22/25
Wholesale only-located in an industrial park. 4,820 sq.ft. $9,800/mo. rent. Currently used for making frozen dough products. Formerly a full bakery with Ovens. Exhaust infrastructure is still in place. Fully Equipped.
Asking Price
$75,000
Cash flow
$137,627
Revenue
$944,278
Down
$1,200,000
Posting: 291286 | Available | 5/21/25
Leading Tile and Stone Retailer & Wholesaler Company located in the South Bay Area. Established 40 years ago and enjoys a great reputation. They import Stones and Tiles from Overseas Manufacturers as well as Major Distributers, this allows for higher Profit Margin. No Contractor License Required.
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
$1,200,000
Revenue
$10,500,000
Down
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Posting: 292880 | Available | 5/21/25
A full line distributor of stainless steel, aluminum, carbon and alloy steels, the business provides a versatile array of high capacity processing capabilities that include bandsaw, plate saw and waterjet cutting.
Asking Price
$9,500,000
Cash flow
$106,000
Revenue
$761,000
Down
$75,000
Posting: 292838 | Available | 5/20/25
The company produces only frozen dough branded products . No baking. No delivery. All items sold through wholesalers. There are two lines of business; 1. Branded & packaged- sold to retail food stores. 2. Wholesale in bulk to other restaurants and bakeries.
Asking Price
$75,000
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Posting: 289726 | Available | 5/20/25
Neat, clean, Kosher Certified retail & wholesale bakery. Kosher Certified by the Rabbinical Council of California. The bakery makes traditional Jewish and contemporary items on the premises from ingredients , and provides gluten-free and vegan.or Bring your concept!
Asking Price
$235,000
Cash flow
$120,187
Revenue
$873,185
Down
$450,000
Posting: 288613 | Available | 5/19/25
In the bustling heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, a distributor isn't just moving parts its keeping industries moving. Specializing in brake systems and components for industrial vehicles and machinery, the business goes beyond replacements, delivering reassurance, reliability, and relief.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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$45,000
Posting: 260977 | Available | 5/18/25
Eyewear importer company for sale in the los angeles area of california- fully relocatable. Fully relocatable. Home based. Will coop with brokers and agents. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a Italian optical eyewear importer which is fully relocatable with 6000 frames.
Asking Price
$39,000
Cash flow
$1,109,010
Revenue
$39,517,663
Down
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Posting: 292600 | Available | 5/17/25
Discover a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, top-tier California feed manufacturing and wholesale company with over a century of success. Known for its high-quality products, strong industry reputation, and loyal customer base, this business generates steady revenues of $40M-$50M.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
$50,000
Revenue
$120,000
Down
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Posting: 292704 | Available | 5/8/25
Provides healthy, dairy-free frozen desserts to Universities and school systems, offering a delicious, allergy-friendly alternative that meets nutritional guidelines. Our high-quality ingredients and school compliant recipes ensure a treat kids love while supporting better nutrition.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$90,000
Revenue
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Posting: 292683 | Available | 5/7/25
Located in the vibrant industrial Stanislaus County, is a premier wholesale and retail kitchen and bath business with a sterling reputation for quality and innovation. This turnkey operation features a sales floor, showroom, two offices, and workshop totaling a spacious 5,600 sq. ft. facility.
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
$345,681
Revenue
$1,787,888
Down
$725,000
Posting: 292635 | Available | 5/6/25
Wholesale sandwich and prepared foods production business offering a unique mix of fresh deli sandwiches and deli items to convenience stores, vending machine operators and other businesses that offer convenience foods for sale to the public. High quality products at a price advantage.
Asking Price
$725,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$319,000
Down
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Posting: 292609 | Available | 5/6/25
This well-established bread route business has been thriving for over 12 years, serving 15 dedicated accounts. Operating six days a week for approximately six hours per day, the route covers areas from Seaside, CA, to San Jose, CA.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
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Posting: 291005 | Available | 5/5/25
A terrific, independent, auto detailing service and retail & wholesale superstore. Full service. 1 equipped van is included. Shop offers full lines of detailing products. Help run. Land/building are also available.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$150,000
Revenue
$720,000
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Posting: 290136 | Available | 5/5/25
For sale is a Liquidation Overstock Discount Store: Offers, major brand appliances, electronics, furniture, clothing, houseware, refrigerators, coolers, washing machines, dryers, stoves, ovens, cooktops, microwaves, dishwashers, rare carpets, chandelier's, ceiling lights, and many other items.
Asking Price
$275,000
Cash flow
$3,035
Revenue
$11,483
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Posting: 292545 | Available | 5/1/25
This business is a new name in the pet accessories industry, that is poised for growth. Specializing in the design, manufacturing, and wholesale distribution of high-quality dog accessories.
Asking Price
$65,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$600,000
Down
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Posting: 291308 | Available | 4/29/25
This easy-to-operate nail and beauty supply business offers both retail and wholesale sales with low operating costsand strong growth potential for a full-time owner-operator.
Asking Price
$99,000
Cash flow
$90,000
Revenue
$480,000
Down
$195,000
Posting: 289412 | Available | 4/29/25
Semi-absentee operated wholesale distribution business of fishing products to major accounts in Southern California. Business is operated with short hours and only 4 days per week with and by trained staff. Motivated seller, creative financing solutions available.
Asking Price
$195,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$58,762
Down
$200,000
Posting: 292214 | Available | 4/21/25
A California-based import and distribution company, creating a dynamic and versatile portfolio that put the most unique and unknown Italian varietals on the global stage. This importer imports wines that are regularly featured by some of the country's leading retailers and restaurants in CA.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$4,102,766
Revenue
$49,661,293
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Posting: 292280 | Available | 4/17/25
ProNova Partners exclusively represents a Company that has grown over three generations from a single delivery vehicle to a HACCP Certified facility containing over $13MM+ in assets doing $49,000,000+ in top line revenue spread across their wholly-owned fleet of vehicles. The CEO 100% shareholder.
Asking Price
$45,000,000
Cash flow
$127,428
Revenue
$973,046
Down
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Posting: 292432 | Available | 6/9/25
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to acquire a profitable wholesale business equipped with a vast inventory list! As tariffs rise, many retailers are seeking affordable solutions, and this business is strategically positioned to meet that demand. Diverse range of high-quality products.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$80,000
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
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Posting: 291131 | Available | 6/5/25
Well-structured, easy-to-run business with consistent demand and a proven product line. This business is a turnkey furniture manufacturing company specializing in pre-designed office and retail store furniture. This is a streamlined operation with established systems.
Asking Price
$166,000
Cash flow
$137,627
Revenue
$944,278
Down
$1,200,000
Posting: 291286 | Available | 5/21/25
Leading Tile and Stone Retailer & Wholesaler Company located in the South Bay Area. Established 40 years ago and enjoys a great reputation. They import Stones and Tiles from Overseas Manufacturers as well as Major Distributers, this allows for higher Profit Margin. No Contractor License Required.
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
$105,905
Revenue
$1,207,655
Down
$79,600
Posting: 282812 | Available | 3/22/24
An independent mattress retailer and distributor for major mattress brands like Tempur-Pedic, Simmons, Sealy, Stearns and Foster, Aireloom, Diamond, Maxim and memory foam mattresses. Also sells furniture of top quality, adjustable bases and accessories like protectors, sheets, pillows.
Asking Price
$398,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$600,000
Down
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Posting: 291308 | Available | 4/29/25
This easy-to-operate nail and beauty supply business offers both retail and wholesale sales with low operating costsand strong growth potential for a full-time owner-operator.
Asking Price
$99,000
Cash flow
$90,000
Revenue
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Posting: 292683 | Available | 5/7/25
Located in the vibrant industrial Stanislaus County, is a premier wholesale and retail kitchen and bath business with a sterling reputation for quality and innovation. This turnkey operation features a sales floor, showroom, two offices, and workshop totaling a spacious 5,600 sq. ft. facility.
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
$811,386
Revenue
$6,668,401
Down
$2,560,000
Posting: 292945 | Available | 5/27/25
This business has been operating successfully since 2010 with a proven business model, supplying nationally recognized discount department store chains with thousands of locations across the U.S. The company's success is built on efficient logistics and inventory management systems,
Asking Price
$2,560,000
Cash flow
$117,000
Revenue
$1,700,000
Down
$245,000
Posting: 286949 | Available | 8/27/24
PRICE REDUCED This pet groomers supply business is available in Southern California with customers across the country. Supplying wholesale products to Professional Pet Groomers including pet shampoo's, supplies & equipment. It is carrying top of the line brands and is semi absentee run.
Asking Price
$245,000
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Posting: 285798 | Available | 3/22/24
For sale is an automotive parts distributor that has a proven business model in the distribution segment. Distinct competitive advantage by offering customers better availability, higher quality product at a competitive price. Proprietary software system optimized specifically for this business.
Asking Price
$703,000
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Posting: 285799 | Available | 3/22/24
For sale is a distribution business with new product offerings readily available. They have a proven business model in the distribution segment. Distinct competitive advantage by offering customers better availability, higher quality product at a competitive price.
Asking Price
$400,000
Bldg Size
12,000 Sq.Ft
Typical Floor Size
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Year Built
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Posting: 290555 | Available | 2/10/25
For sale is a tobacco wholesale company in Corona, Riverside County, California. It is open 5 days a week and is employee operated.
Asking Price
2,9M + Inventory 2M
Cash flow
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Posting: 263633 | Available | 6/3/25
Trufeet LLC is a US manufacturer of revolutionary, patented cat grooming glove KittyTongue (US patent 9,622,457). Product competitive advantage: patented grooming surface bio-mimics cat's tongue and provides natural and gentle grooming to cats. Relocatable, home-based. For sale by owner. Training.
Asking Price
$399,000
Bldg Size
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0 Sq.Ft
Year Built
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Posting: 285796 | Available | 3/22/24
This proven business model is already established and needs the right business owner with sales and marketing background to take this company to the next level. This business has very low market share, so upside is huge to build lasting value. It has a low employee count. It is open 5.5 days a week.
Asking Price
$590,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$319,000
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Posting: 292609 | Available | 5/6/25
This well-established bread route business has been thriving for over 12 years, serving 15 dedicated accounts. Operating six days a week for approximately six hours per day, the route covers areas from Seaside, CA, to San Jose, CA.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$137,627
Revenue
$944,278
Down
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Posting: 291318 | Available | 3/29/25
Leading Tile and Stone Retailer & Wholesaler. Business located in the S. Bay Area. Established 40 years ago. They import Tiles from Manufacturers & Major Distributers. No Contractor License Required. Delivery Trucks & Forklifts included. Experienced Team in place. $900K of inv. included.
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
$1,254
Revenue
$21,529
Down
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Posting: 291560 | Available | 4/13/25
This turn-key business is poised for rapid growth. The right buyer will acquire all the tools, certifications, and connections for a solid base from which to take this business to a highly profitable level. Not only does the business have an exclusive agreement for the Michigan market.
Asking Price
$75,000
Cash flow
$225,000
Revenue
$12,800,000
Down
$13,500,000
Posting: 287503 | Available | 7/10/24
This cannabis company is a leading provider known for its commitment to quality and innovation in the industry. The brand offers a diverse range of products, including premium flower, pre-rolls, vape, edibles, syrups and concentrates, all crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
Asking Price
$6,950,000
Cash flow
$3,035
Revenue
$11,483
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Posting: 292545 | Available | 5/1/25
This business is a new name in the pet accessories industry, that is poised for growth. Specializing in the design, manufacturing, and wholesale distribution of high-quality dog accessories.
Asking Price
$65,000
Bldg Size
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0 Sq.Ft
Year Built
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Posting: 285800 | Available | 3/22/24
For sale is a distribution business with new product offerings readily available. They have a proven business model in the distribution segment. Distinct competitive advantage by offering customers better availability, higher quality product at a competitive price.
Asking Price
$440,000
Cash flow
$15,420
Revenue
$24,832
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Posting: 280361 | Available | 4/24/23
This established LLC is offering its proprietary organic dough mixture for sale. A trademark is in place. Currently offered in over 300 grocery stores, in both frozen and dry mixes, in a variety of flavors, at a very competitive price point.
Asking Price
$300,000
Cash flow
$56,608
Revenue
$283,039
Down
$119,400
Posting: 279450 | Available | 7/6/23
Yissy's Ice Cream is an ice cream distributor selling wholesale to businesses and retailing at our warehouse location. We distribute only the highest quality products. All of our products and processes exceed the State of California health and safety Standards. Our warehouse is open to the public.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$159,474
Revenue
$1,813,418
Down
$1,395,000
Posting: 289499 | Available | 4/4/25
Here is a great opportunity to acquire a leading manufacturer and supplier of vehicle parts for small offroad recreational vehicles. A buyer with vehicle/auto part experience can leverage the company's solid foundation and take it to the next level.
Asking Price
$1,860,000
Cash flow
$341,997
Revenue
$800,606
Down
$5,500,000
Posting: 283990 | Available | 4/24/24
For sale is a comprehensive, built-out and turn-key truck services center. There is approximately 4.5 acres of real estate included. It is in a major north-south travel corridor. Their FDOT average daily traffic count is 18,400.
Asking Price
$5,500,000
Cash flow
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$5,000
Posting: 256629 | Available | 10/5/21
This is an asset sale, no books or P&L. The sale prices is less than the assets which include tees, yoga pants, hoodies and hundreds of rhinestone heat transfer. Two websites plus domain names (lagarments.com is valued over $2,000 alone).
Asking Price
$5,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$3,000,000
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Posting: 292963 | Available | 5/29/25
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational seafood distribution warehouse located in the heart of Hayward's industrial district. This facility currently supports a steady and established wholesale business, supplying numerous Bay Area restaurants and retailers.
Asking Price
$475,000
Cash flow
$458,000
Revenue
$2,150,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 276028 | Available | 1/7/25
This 30-year-old industrial cleaning distribution business has two locations to service Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties. This company boasts over 650 customers with 7 employees, two customer service locations, and trucks to operate the business.
Asking Price
$1,300,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$775,000
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Posting: 293009 | Available | 6/3/25
Profitable Janitorial Supply business. Owner is retiring after 54+/ years! An exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-standing janitorial supply business.
Asking Price
$275,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$360,000
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Posting: 282975 | Available | 11/20/23
Opportunity to build an existing meal prep business or bring your own concept. Perfect for ice cream, tea, and other dessert concepts. Located in a great location. This location is in an affluent part of the South Bay Area, California.
Asking Price
$50,000
The Veld Group provides a refreshing approach to Business Brokerage, Mergers & Acquisitions and Business Consulting and Valuations. From Your Street to Wall Street, we cater to Main Street Businesses as well as more complex Strategic Firms and Start-Ups.
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McGovern Escrow Services, Inc., is a leading independent escrow company. We are a trusted partner with our clients, assisting them through the tangled bulk sale & liquor license transfer process. We provide attentive, quality & innovative customer service. Phone Elizabeth McGovern at 415-735-3645.
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If your business involves alcoholic beverage sales, we can help. Obtaining a liquor license transfer or selling a business with a license in California does not have to be a frustrating and overwhelming process. We have procured thousands of licenses for our clients.
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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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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.
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.
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.
Valuing a small business is not guess work. It's not what some other businesses of the same type may have or may not have been sold for, it's not even what a business owner "feels" they want or deserve. It is a formula based on many factors. Peter Siegel, MBA from BizBen & others discuss this topic.
