Cash flow
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Revenue
$2,000,000
Down
$300,000
Posting: 288233 | Available | 11/1/24
This Northern Californian Remote Control (RC) Vehicle and Accessory Business is a California Sub-Chapter S Corporation that has been in existence for 20 years and under current ownership since inception. Located in Northern California, they supply via e-commerce and retail.
Asking Price
$600,000
Cash flow
$47,435
Revenue
$79,340
Down
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Posting: 289200 | Available | 10/31/24
Established in 2018, this LA based catering company provides contemporary Brazilian fusion food crafted with fresh and healthy ingredients, perfect for personal and corporate gatherings.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$754,884
Revenue
$1,435,008
Down
$200,000
Posting: 289199 | Available | 10/31/24
This highly profitable business has earned its reputation as Orange County's top choice for the complete spectrum of home automation solutions, including design, programming, installation, service, and repair of a renowned, world-class brand.
Asking Price
$1,900,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 289198 | Available | 10/31/24
This ice cream franchise is for sale, located in a busy shopping center with a yearly gross revenue of over $800,000 and a monthly rent of $6,500. It is easy to operate and qualifies for SBA financing with a 30% down payment. The buyer must have strong assets.
Asking Price
$875,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
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Posting: 289197 | Available | 10/31/24
Semi-Absentee owner Franchise business for sale. This sale includes 2 franchise business, Dessert and sandwich. These businesses are located in the busy shopping mall (Serramonte Shopping mall) and next to each other. Rent for 2 locations us $18,000 and net profit from 2 stores together is $210,000
Asking Price
$699,999
Cash flow
$65,000
Revenue
$380,000
Down
$139,000
Posting: 289196 | Available | 10/31/24
Step into ownership of an established Hawaiian BBQ restaurant with over 21 years of local charm and an incredibly loyal customer base. Picture the inviting, savory aroma of authentic Hawaiian BBQ greeting guests at the door, in a space comfortably seating 30.
Asking Price
$139,000
Cash flow
$150,000
Revenue
$600,000
Down
$350,000
Posting: 289195 | Available | 10/31/24
For sale is a free-standing building that includes both a liquor store and the property. The business is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., primarily selling beer, wine, and liquor, with a smaller selection of groceries available.
Asking Price
$1,350,000
Cash flow
$160,000
Revenue
$280,000
Down
All Cash
Posting: 289194 | Available | 10/31/24
For sale is a top-ranked franchise carpet and upholstery business in the United States, family-owned for 40 years. The owner works full-time with no employees and generated a cash flow of $160,000 in 2023. The asking price is only $245,000. The business is operated from home.
Asking Price
$245,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
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Posting: 289193 | Available | 10/31/24
Are you ready to make a difference? With over two decades of success, this well-established medical spa is the perfect opportunity for an ambitious entrepreneur looking to positively impact the community.
Asking Price
$650,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$75,000
Posting: 289192 | Available | 10/31/24
For sale is an asset sale in a prime location within the busiest shopping center in Torrance. The space is approximately 900 square feet, with a current rent of around $6,200, including NNN. This is an ideal spot for a Korean fried chicken restaurant. The store has been newly remodeled.
Asking Price
$75,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$180,000
Down
$110,000
Posting: 289191 | Available | 10/31/24
For sale is an ideally located venue in the famous Fairfax District, offering full visibility on a major boulevard with high vehicle and foot traffic. The surrounding area includes a mix of residential, commercial, and retail establishments. This venue was established by the current owner 20 years.
Asking Price
$110,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$2,610,000
Down
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Posting: 285397 | Available | 10/31/24
For sale is a famous dim sum/seafood restaurant. It is located in San Diego, California. It is 9,000 sq ft. with a rent of $25,300 including NNN. It has an ABC 47 license.
Asking Price
$950,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,080,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286500 | Available | 10/31/24
For sale is a great and famous sports bar in La Habra. It is has a great space of 7,500 sq ft. with a party area for teams/groups and game area for kids. It has a great rent of $15,300 including NNN with plenty of parking spaces in the lot. its current monthly sale is $90,000+ with many potentials.
Asking Price
$560,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$150,000
Posting: 285044 | Available | 10/31/24
For an asset sale is a well-established Asian restaurant in the busy shopping center with national brand restaurants. Its size is great 1,700+ sq ft and its rent of $8,900 including NNN. The restaurant has long hood and grease trap.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,610,768
Down
$450,000
Posting: 278857 | Available | 10/31/24
This Temecula bar and restaurant with multiple bars boasts stellar freeway access, main street visibility, a spacious parking lot, and live entertainment with a new, highly versatile build-out that allows the venue to simultaneously offer dining and live music in separate spaces.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 287975 | Available | 10/31/24
This herbal and tea store for sale in San Lorenzo was previously a Subway franchise. It can be converted into a sandwich shop, boba tea shop, or other dessert shop. The store is equipped with a Type 2 hood, hand sink, mop sink, 3-compartment sink, 2-door refrigerator, front steel gate, and more.
Asking Price
$105,000
Cash flow
$252,561
Revenue
$703,189
Down
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Posting: 282186 | Available | 10/31/24
Price Reduced. Owner Retiring. This is a turnkey business has been a moneymaker from day one! Since 2006 this profitable auto glass repair and replacement business has been serving both individuals and 30 commercial/fleet accounts. Bank pre-qualified for SBA 7A loan.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$267,424
Revenue
$651,329
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285524 | Available | 10/31/24
Are you searching for a promising pediatric practice? Look no further! This pediatric practice is conveniently located in an area that has a pediatric population of 58,799 within a three-mile radius. They have 6,217 individuals aged from 0-19 years living within a one-mile radius.
Asking Price
$395,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$1,080,000
Down
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Posting: 288023 | Available | 10/31/24
Fantastic business opportunity! This business has a unique combination of Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, and Fiji groceries and Personal care salons. Also with gift shop for beautiful jewelry and new dresses for all festive occasions.
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
$160,000
Revenue
$366,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 282954 | Available | 10/31/24
Unlock a future of growth and innovation with this established luxury chauffeur service, serving Southern California for over a decade! Boasting a fleet of top-tier vehicles, skilled staff, and a strong customer base, we're taking mobility to the next level.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$190,000
Posting: 282544 | Available | 10/31/24
For sale is a very well-organized and well-maintained Japanese restaurant. The current owner, who has operated this business since 1997, is looking to retire. Currently, the restaurant is open six days a week for dinner only.
Asking Price
$190,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$600,000
Down
$295,000
Posting: 273003 | Available | 10/31/24
This is a cafe/restaurant with a beer & wine license in the foothills of San Gabriel Valley. They are serving fusion food with a unique breakfast & lunch menu. New owners can increase revenues by serving dinner. Business is open 6 days a week from 8 am-2 pm, and Mondays are closed.
Asking Price
$295,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$285,000
Posting: 287860 | Available | 10/31/24
For sale is a turnkey restaurant and bar featuring live music, karaoke with a great sound system, and a full range of licenses and permits, including Type 47 Liquor, Smoke, and Entertainment. This unique Bar & Grill specializes in delicious fusion cuisine, offering a variety of flavorful dishes.
Asking Price
$285,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 288525 | Available | 10/31/24
Great Location in a good growing demographic area. Montessori / Preschool well established area. Capacity license 100+ children with waiting list. 6 Large classrooms, private office, break room, infants, toddlers and Pre-K. Nice shaded playground with natural garden areas and attached greenbelt.
Asking Price
$1,375,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 288529 | Available | 10/31/24
This is a great opportunity to purchase a preschool at below-market value. Licensed for over 90 children, the business is currently set up as an absentee-run operation but requires attention to enrollment in order to increase revenue.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 288524 | Available | 10/31/24
Established preschool, owner is retiring. Great reputation in the child learning industry. Licensed capacity 90 + children. Large church campus with plenty of parking and easy access to freeways. Large classrooms, break room, infants, extra large kitchen, with room for expansion.
Asking Price
$1,300,000
Cash flow
$360,000
Revenue
$667,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 288059 | Available | 10/31/24
For sale is a medical spa located across the street from Fashion Island in Newport Beach, with an ocean view. The spa is situated in one of the richest areas of Orange County and features seven rooms. Approximately $174,000 worth of major equipment is included in the sale.
Asking Price
$498,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 273621 | Available | 10/31/24
For sale is a 5-star beauty salon in Dublin, CA. The owner is certified by the Society of Permanent Makeup Professionals, an internationally recognized organization. There are 6 beds, a permanent makeup room, and another room for other services. The washer, dryer, and refrigerator are included.
Asking Price
$85,000
Cash flow
$325,000
Revenue
$1,400,000
Down
$900,000
Posting: 287244 | Available | 10/29/24
This soft-serve ice cream and fast-food restaurant has been in existence for 30 years and under current ownership for the past 20 years. This location is part of 7,000+ Worldwide franchises in over 20 countries with the Franchisor founded in 1940 and franchising since 1944.
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
$590,250
Revenue
$1,900,000
Down
$3,250,000
Posting: 287327 | Available | 10/30/24
This two location Northern California based Montessori School is a California Sub-Chapter S Corporation that has been in operation for the past 33 years. They have two separate locations, each owned by the Seller and service from 18 months old to 6 years old.
Asking Price
$6,500,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$750,000
Down
$50
Posting: 288816 | Available | 10/29/24
For sale is a sports bar and grill with a Type 47 Liquor License. It is established and will have seller financing available. It provides a diverse selection of craft cocktails, wines, and premium spirits.
Asking Price
$475,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Posting: 286916 | Available | 11/1/24
For sale is a Pomona hand car wash, a full-service 100% hand car wash. It is at a great location, situated less than 1/2 mile from a major off-ramp of the 10 freeway. This is the favorite place for car lovers to wash their vehicles.
Asking Price
$749,000
Total Investment
Call/Email
Min Liquid Cash
Call/Email
Net Worth
Call/Email
Posting: 289111 | Available | 11/1/24
National beverage licensing concept based in Calabasas, CA. We specialize in providing motivated entrepreneurs with an extraordinary opportunity to own one or more of our OnlyBev stores in any city or State you choose.
Franchise Fee
Call/Email
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$750,000
Down
$325,000
Posting: 288806 | Available | 10/26/24
Profitable Flame Broiler QSR chain in San Fernando Valley. Strong brand recognition, enhanced corporate support, and significant growth potential in a thriving market. Established operations with a loyal customer base make this an excellent investment opportunity.
Asking Price
$325,000
Cash flow
$150,000
Revenue
$466,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 281836 | Available | 10/29/24
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
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
Cash Only
Posting: 287355 | Available | 10/30/24
For sale is a Rest-Fast Food in an excellent location in West Los Angeles. This "New Concept Asset Sale" features a 1,000 square foot space with a fully equipped kitchen and POS system. Situated in a busy shopping center at the heart of a main thoroughfare. Ghost Kitchen Avail NEW PRICE $85K
Asking Price
$8,500,000
Cash flow
$558,993
Revenue
$2,508,639
Down
$745,000
Posting: 283919 | Available | 10/29/24
This well-known franchise specializes in a wide variety of services, including signs, printing, copying, direct mail and mailing services, graphic design, marketing services, promotional products, etc.
Asking Price
$1,490,000
Cash flow
$104,178
Revenue
$386,898
Down
$325,000
Posting: 284287 | Available | 10/29/24
Boutique wholesale bakery with a large regional following. Significant growth prospects through increased offerings, expanded hours of operation, and dedicated marketing efforts. Currently operating out of a charming historic structure, which has helped its brand recognition. Property available
Asking Price
$325,000
Cash flow
$605,000
Revenue
$3,066,000
Down
$250,000
Posting: 284832 | Available | 10/30/24
Founded over 37 years ago, this widely recognized commercial plumbing business has developed a reputation throughout the industry for consistency, reliability, and quality. The business has had a solid record of growth over the last 37 years.
Asking Price
$2,039,988
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$325,000
Posting: 288483 | Available | 10/27/24
For sale is a long-established, well-known bar, grill, and entertainment venue located in an area currently being upgraded by the city. It is situated close to a high-traffic sports venue and is surrounded by businesses, residential areas, and commercial establishments.
Asking Price
$325,000
Cash flow
$248,086
Revenue
$513,301
Down
$64,900
Posting: 289053 | Available | 10/29/24
For sale is a full-service event production company, owned and operated by the current owner for over 25 years. The company provides a range of services, including bands, DJs, lighting, sound, audiovisual services, streaming, specialty entertainment, and production support.
Asking Price
$649,000
Cash flow
$315,012
Revenue
$1,789,700
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 287468 | Available | 10/29/24
A renowned women's clothing store established for decades; this upscale boutique offers a selection of high-end women's clothing, accessories, and gifts. With a loyal customer base and strong community ties, this business is a fantastic opportunity for fashion enthusiasts and more.
Asking Price
$795,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
$250,000
Down
$100,000
Posting: 288538 | Available | 10/31/24
Puleo Electronics Inc. is a small family owned business for over 60 years. Our products are Industrial Alarm Annunciators. Our major customers are large public Utilities,(Electric, Oil, Water,) Gov., Military, Transportation, Comm., etc. Our embedded base can be used for new sales opportunities.
Asking Price
$185,000
Cash flow
$40,450
Revenue
$506,249
Down
$70,000
Posting: 286130 | Available | 10/28/24
Asset Sale Opportunity - PRICE REDUCED: Unlock the door to your culinary dreams with this enticing opportunity! Nestled in the heart of Sacramento this charming restaurant is now available for acquisition. Boasting a warm ambiance and a reputation for exquisite cuisine.
Asking Price
$70,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
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Posting: 286914 | In Contract | 11/1/24
The facility is located at a major intersection on a corner lot, with over 82,000 vehicles per day. It is one of the highest-trafficked corners in the South Bay. There are no other gas stations or express car washes on this corner. The area is densely populated.
Asking Price
$4,990,000
Cash flow
$339,250
Revenue
$1,380,629
Down
N/A
Posting: 287317 | Available | 10/30/24
Unique consignment / rental management company with strong year over year growth. Owner is very part-time and has a seasoned staff in place. Great lifestyle business with many repeat customers. Company can continue to grow in its current market and has vast expansion potential.
Asking Price
$1,300,000
Cash flow
$367,571
Revenue
$1,350,000
Down
$1,260,000
Posting: 277815 | Available | 10/29/24
This Northern California non-surgical hair replacement company is a California S Corporation and was started more than 23 years ago, and under current ownership since inception. They offer hair loss prevention and regrowth products and treatment services, wigs and toppers, and more.
Asking Price
$1,400,000
Cash flow
$366,458
Revenue
$1,630,397
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 287415 | Available | 10/29/24
Great opportunity to own an short hours, well established, high visibility, Beer & Wine Market with large Commercial zoned Real Estate Lot.
Asking Price
$3,000,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$1,100,000
Down
$549,000
Posting: 288374 | Available | 10/26/24
This Northern Californian Semi-Absentee Owned Medical Center is a California Sub-Chapter S Corporation that has been in existence for 37 years. Located in Northern California, they provide medical center services, and urgent care services that service non-life-threatening conditions.
Asking Price
$549,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$800,000
Down
$499,000
Posting: 286865 | Available | 10/29/24
This Northern California based Custom Cabinet Manufacturer is a California Sub-Chapter S Corporation that has been in operation for the past 42 years. They have been creating beautiful factory direct cabinets since 1980.
Asking Price
$499,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
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Down
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Posting: 286620 | Available | 10/30/24
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
$110,180
Revenue
$181,182
Down
$225,000
Posting: 285048 | Available | 10/28/24
For sale is an office cleaning service across the San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula. Offerings encompass comprehensive office dusting and cleaning, meticulous bathroom maintenance, advanced floor treatment and cleaning, along with thorough carpet cleaning solutions.
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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Down
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Posting: 288854 | Available | 10/28/24
For sale is a turnkey established, fully equipped restaurant currently a pizza shop; can be converted to any concepts as long no similar operators in plaza. It has major street visibility and rent is $2,500/month including NNN.
Asking Price
$55,000
Cash flow
$680,000
Revenue
$122,000
Down
$75,000
Posting: 289150 | Available | 10/29/24
Turnkey Amazon FBA store selling essential brand-name products like Puffs, Premier protein, and Purina, ensuring recession-resistant revenue with minimal owner input. Exclusive supplier deals guarantee low prices for 5 years. Growth potential by expanding SKUs. Selling due to owner's health-related
Asking Price
$189,000
Total Investment
$168,950
Min Liquid Cash
$75,000
Net Worth
$300,000
Posting: 288805 | Available | 10/29/24
The Vital Stretch was born at a crossroads of physical therapy and chiropractic work. Co-founders Rob and Melissa Goldring, who have over 50 years of combined experience as hands-on clinicians, noticed their patient population was receiving problem-focused care.
Franchise Fee
$49,500
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
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Down
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Posting: 286913 | Available | 11/1/24
A unique combination of Chinese Hot Pot and Japanese Shabu-Shabu, opened in mid-July 2023. Serving the finest food and beverages, with sales continuing to grow since opening. The restaurant is located in a community shopping center, near a busy bowling alley.
Asking Price
$108,000
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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.
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.
