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$1,900,000
Revenue
$9,500,000
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Posting: 271089 | Available | 4/26/24
Profitable commercial construction general engineering contractor, with recurring Fortune 500 customers, over 50 employees, and extensive equipment and vehicles. In San Francisco Bay Area. Customers consist of major telecommunications and other Fortune 500 companies throughout Northern California.
Asking Price
$8,000,000
Cash flow
$225,886
Revenue
$541,975
Down
$725,000
Posting: 285858 | Available | 4/23/24
This business is perfect for the PCOC who wants to instantly grow their business. Currently registered in 8 counties and highly profitable. High cash flow, amazing reputation with fabulous reviews. Been in business for over two decades. Residential and commercial.
Asking Price
$725,000
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Posting: 286280 | Available | 4/26/24
A family-owned and operated auto repair business is for sale in Sunnyvale, CA, one of the major cities within California's high-tech area, known as Silicon Valley. This shop is ASE certified and services all makes and models, including BMW, Mercedes, and Volkswagen.
Asking Price
$120,000
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
$6,250,000
Bldg Size
1,347 Sq.Ft
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Posting: 286250 | Available | 4/24/24
Discover the potential of this former Gas Station property on busy Willow Pass Road. The fuel tanks and equipment have been removed, and there are no environmental issues just endless possibilities! You could turn it into a bustling retail spot or use the existing building for different businesses.
Asking Price
$1,500,000
Cash flow
$120,000
Revenue
$252,000
Down
$300,000
Posting: 285764 | Available | 4/23/24
An auto repair shop with a history spanning 39 years is prominently located on a major high-traffic boulevard in an auto center building. The shop specializes in Brakes and Alignment; a new owner could add tires, mufflers, smog check, or make it a full-service auto repair.
Asking Price
$300,000
Cash flow
$633,475
Revenue
$2,004,536
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Posting: 286231 | Available | 4/22/24
This well drilling and pump service business is an excellent opportunity to own a profitable California agriculture based business currently serving the central region. The company currently has a 3 month backlog on permitted jobs and 2 month waitlist with two drilling rigs running 5 days a week.
Asking Price
$2,250,000
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Posting: 284169 | Available | 4/22/24
This is a great gas station with market and mechanic shop. It is located in Alameda County between I-580 and I-880. The owner claims an average of 40,000 gallons at a $1.40 margin that seller will proof that. The market does $20,000 at 35% margin. The mechanic shop is leased for monthly rent $5,000.
Asking Price
$3,300,000
Cash flow
$60,549
Revenue
$166,479
Down
$250,000
Posting: 285045 | Available | 4/22/24
A reputable landscape design and maintenance firm. For more than 12 years this ecological landscape and floral design company has served the interior and exterior landscape design and maintenance needs of the East Bay community. Monthly maintenance has kept client retention consistent.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$220,000
Revenue
$935,000
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Posting: 286195 | Available | 4/19/24
Built on a foundation of loyal clientele, the business excels in delivering swift and competitive repairs. Its strategic location within an automotive commerce hub has facilitated an impressive 15% growth over the past year. The business offers a comprehensive range of repair services, from routine.
Asking Price
$525,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
$240,000
Down
$85,000
Posting: 285686 | Available | 4/19/24
For sale is a well-established auto repair shop in the city of San Bernardino. The owner finally wants to retire after 14 years working at the same location. Its size is about 1,400 sqft with 3 bays and lots of parking space. The current rent is just $1,910. All the tools are included in the sale.
Asking Price
$85,000
Cash flow
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Revenue
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$449,000
Posting: 285308 | Available | 4/19/24
Burbank body shop, for an asset sale, is a hard to find body and paint shop. Established and reputable, this full-service collision repair center specializes in luxury vehicles, offering top-tier painting, and mechanical repairs. Strategically located on a busy avenue in L.A.
Asking Price
$449,000
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Posting: 286188 | Available | 4/18/24
In the HVAC industry, we're the epitome of innovation and reliability. Blending craftsmanship with cutting-edge tech, we ensure comfort and efficiency. Our mission? Beyond temperature control. We offer adaptable, sustainable solutions, leading the way in energy-efficient HVAC systems.
Asking Price
$499,000
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
$1,000,000
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Posting: 285683 | Available | 4/18/24
This is a tire & auto repair business for sale. This business has been there for over 59 years. They have good Yelp reviews. Rent is $7,000 and the size of the store is 3,200 sq ft. There are total 7 bays (1 single +3 double). The owner is managing the store and care customers.
Asking Price
$729,999
Cash flow
$101,200
Revenue
$260,000
Down
$169,000
Posting: 277241 | Available | 4/16/24
For sale is a well-established auto repair shop with a history spanning 31 years, prominently located on a major high-traffic boulevard in an auto center building. The shop benefits from its 2,800 square-foot unit that offers excellent visibility, easy access, and ample parking.
Asking Price
$169,000
Cash flow
$123,948
Revenue
$4,112,992
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Posting: 283748 | Available | 4/16/24
This fully staffed and trained aircraft service center in Northern California, offering airport operation and aviation mechanical services. Business provides management of aircraft hangar and office rentals for executive meeting spaces. Other services include aircraft sales and brokerage.
Asking Price
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Cash flow
$93,456
Revenue
$150,000
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Posting: 284740 | Available | 4/15/24
This is a legendary plumbing co. with established clientele, providing stellar service for over 60 years! One of the oldest and most reliable plumbing businesses in town with a strong reputation for quality service and customer satisfaction. The success/longevity of this business year after year.
Asking Price
$199,000
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Posting: 285144 | Available | 4/15/24
This HVAC business is consistently the highest-rated company of its kind in the area. With 600 reviews on Google that average 4.9 stars. There is a full staff of techs in place and supporting employees to make this a very customer service-focused business.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
Cash flow
$37,303
Revenue
$129,000
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Posting: 284753 | Available | 4/12/24
A full-service automotive shop for sale in Palm Springs is available for purchase. This shop has gained a great reputation for its commitment to honest repairs and quotes, as well as excellent customer service. Service is performed by skilled technicians who are experienced with various makes.
Asking Price
$49,000
Cash flow
$14,511
Revenue
$98,230
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Posting: 283016 | Available | 4/12/24
This well-established business is located in the greater Sacramento Region. They offer multiple services to their clients: carpet cleaning, area rug cleaning, tile, ceramic, stone, shower enclosures, counter tops, hardwood floors, dry cleaning cement, as well upholstery. Cash Flow $14.5K Gross $98K
Asking Price
$65,000
Cash flow
$73,328
Revenue
$401,769
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Posting: 278188 | Available | 4/12/24
This well established auto shop is located in Northern California and is fully equipped with well-maintained, state-of-the-art equipment. There is an option to purchase the building from the landlord if interested. Gross $401,769 Cash Flow $73,328
Asking Price
$225,000
Cash flow
$251,467
Revenue
$407,981
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Posting: 247361 | Available | 4/12/24
This company performs general mechanical services but primarily provides HVAC service and change-outs throughout the greater Sacramento and Placer counties. They perform commercial HVAC services including apartments and rental properties but do some residential work. Gross Rev 408K, Cash Flow 251K.
Asking Price
$399,000
Cash flow
$84,798
Revenue
$296,317
Down
$199,000
Posting: 274861 | Available | 4/11/24
This Northern California-based landscaping company is a California Sole Proprietorship and was formed 9 years ago by the current owner and has been thriving since it started. This company performs both residential and commercial landscaping design, installation and maintenance.
Asking Price
$199,000
Cash flow
$506,654
Revenue
$7,369,067
Down
$2,250,000
Posting: 279031 | Available | 4/11/24
This Northern California remodeling, design, and flooring business is a California S Corporation and was founded in 1986 and under current ownership since 2013. They offer a wide selection of high-quality specialty-engineered hardwood, carpet, tile, and laminate.
Asking Price
$2,250,000
Cash flow
$230,000
Revenue
$1,700,000
Down
$1,100,000
Posting: 285227 | Available | 4/11/24
This business offers a full and wide range of services for vehicles, including repair, overhaul or replacement of numerous items including brakes, fuel injectors, engines, transmissions, water pumps, air conditioning, drivelines, axles, timing belts, and the list goes on.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
Cash flow
$70,000
Revenue
$450,000
Down
$175,000
Posting: 283031 | Available | 4/11/24
This national cell phone and computer repair franchise is a California C Corporation that has been in operation for the past 11 years under the ownership of the founder. Located in a centralized shopping center in Northern California, they specialize in repair services for phones and computers.
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
$213,477
Revenue
$738,299
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Posting: 272351 | Available | 4/11/24
This Northern CA absentee run-based heating, ventilation & air conditioning (HVAC) company is a California Sub-Chapter S Corporation and has been in operation for 14 years under the current ownership. They provide all services (new installation, service, repair, and maintenance) on heating and AC.
Asking Price
$749,000
Cash flow
$600,000
Revenue
$4,600,000
Down
$4,600,000
Posting: 283364 | Available | 4/11/24
This Northern California full-service performance and maintenance facility services and repairs Audi, Volkswagen and Porsche vehicles. They also have another division that provides innovative Jeep and truck accessories. This company has been in operation for 17 years (since 2006).
Asking Price
$4,600,000
Cash flow
$1,900,000
Revenue
$9,500,000
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Posting: 271089 | Available | 4/26/24
Profitable commercial construction general engineering contractor, with recurring Fortune 500 customers, over 50 employees, and extensive equipment and vehicles. In San Francisco Bay Area. Customers consist of major telecommunications and other Fortune 500 companies throughout Northern California.
Asking Price
$8,000,000
Cash flow
$225,886
Revenue
$541,975
Down
$725,000
Posting: 285858 | Available | 4/23/24
This business is perfect for the PCOC who wants to instantly grow their business. Currently registered in 8 counties and highly profitable. High cash flow, amazing reputation with fabulous reviews. Been in business for over two decades. Residential and commercial.
Asking Price
$725,000
Cash flow
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$495,000
Down
$130,000
Posting: 285136 | Available | 2/13/24
For sale since 1988 is a longstanding and highly-respected, full-service automotive repair and smog check. The shop is an AAA-Approved auto repair facility. It is a large shop with 11 bays and a total of 6,000 sq ft. Services owned/operated vehicles and fleet accounts, including local CHP station.
Asking Price
$195,000
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Posting: 284209 | Available | 4/3/24
Express Auto Repair Shop is a well-established business in a great location around the area of San Bruno. The shop is located in an industrial warehouse on a high-traffic street. This business has been here for a long time and has over 30 years of experience.
Asking Price
$295,000
Cash flow
$221,684
Revenue
$1,113,349
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Posting: 277079 | Available | 2/12/23
This specialty commercial flooring contractor boasts a highly scalable concept crafted to be the foundation of a regional or national market leader, a proven method to install a flooring service and product superior to its competitors, and an internally developed bidding, budgeting, and scheduling.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
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Posting: 286280 | Available | 4/26/24
A family-owned and operated auto repair business is for sale in Sunnyvale, CA, one of the major cities within California's high-tech area, known as Silicon Valley. This shop is ASE certified and services all makes and models, including BMW, Mercedes, and Volkswagen.
Asking Price
$120,000
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Posting: 285421 | Available | 3/1/24
For sale 8 bays mechanic shop with smog check and repairs. It is located in Escondido, CA. Rent is only $3,220 per month. The building size is 3,100 SQ/FT. The lease is 12 years (asset sale). It has 8 bays and the asking price is $99,000.
Asking Price
$99,000
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Posting: 266053 | Available | 11/21/22
Established in 1979, the owners of this longtime respected glass and window company are retiring and ready to hand this heirloom business off to its new operators. It is located in a 2,800 sq ft. retail/shop building with a 600 sq ft. office/showroom and a 2,200 sq ft. shop.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$450,000
Revenue
$2,200,000
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Posting: 283582 | Available | 10/28/23
This is Florida's premiere paver contractor specializing in the design, installation and maintenance of all hardscapes including pool decks, driveways and more. Serving the community for over 20 years with one of the most respected names in the industry.
Asking Price
$1,750,000
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
$6,250,000
Cash flow
$1,256,000
Revenue
$3,500,000
Down
$400,000
Posting: 285685 | Available | 3/17/24
Own a lucrative HVAC & refrigeration business in California. This is a turnkey opportunity. Calling all strategic acquirers and private equity investors! This established, highly profitable HVAC and refrigeration business in California presents a prime investment opportunity.
Asking Price
$3,200,000
Cash flow
$225,000
Revenue
$820,000
Down
$320,000
Posting: 284926 | Available | 3/4/24
For sale is an auto body & frame repair shop 38 years in business. The original owner is retiring. It is profitable, well-established, real turnkey, and has long-term employees & loyal customers. 10,000 SF (fully licensed and bonded) facility with a spray booth. The parking lot can hold 20 cars.
Asking Price
$320,000
Cash flow
$112,000
Revenue
$700,000
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Posting: 283829 | Available | 11/13/23
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a highly reputable residential landscaping company that has established itself as one of the leading service providers in Worcester County The owner is seeking to sell the business, (including all inventory, furniture, fixtures, equipment and vehicles).
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$251,467
Revenue
$407,981
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Posting: 247361 | Available | 4/12/24
This company performs general mechanical services but primarily provides HVAC service and change-outs throughout the greater Sacramento and Placer counties. They perform commercial HVAC services including apartments and rental properties but do some residential work. Gross Rev 408K, Cash Flow 251K.
Asking Price
$399,000
Cash flow
$600,000
Revenue
$4,600,000
Down
$4,600,000
Posting: 283364 | Available | 4/11/24
This Northern California full-service performance and maintenance facility services and repairs Audi, Volkswagen and Porsche vehicles. They also have another division that provides innovative Jeep and truck accessories. This company has been in operation for 17 years (since 2006).
Asking Price
$4,600,000
Cash flow
$349,000
Revenue
$3,400,000
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Posting: 283699 | Available | 11/6/23
This is a high-end, professional, family-owned business specializing in top-quality equipment for agriculture and landscaping. The business is known for its focus on providing farmers with the equipment they need to run efficient and productive operations.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
Cash flow
$324,311
Revenue
$1,295,917
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$1,400,000
Posting: 285471 | Available | 3/2/24
This establishment is a comprehensive auto repair shop catering to foreign and domestic cars. The owner serves as both the service writer and general manager. The lease includes a spacious fenced outdoor area. Hourly rates are on par with those offered by dealerships.
Asking Price
$1,400,000
Cash flow
$251,360
Revenue
$778,000
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Posting: 286018 | Available | 4/6/24
This lucrative business offers a prime chance within the thriving Septic Industry by providing a wide array of services, from installation to repairs, system upgrades, and demolition work. Catering to diverse client needs, it ensures comprehensive solutions from start to finish.
Asking Price
$549,000
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Posting: 285889 | Available | 3/28/24
This is a gated auto repair shop with Smog Star and a brake & lamp station since 1990. It is located on a corner with great visibility. Equipment and tools are included in the sale. The new owner can take it over and start to make money immediately.
Asking Price
$220,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$2,015,000
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Posting: 256961 | Available | 10/21/20
Do you have experience with small engine repair? Are you a tinkerer? Outdoor Power Equipment business in desirable downtown location for sale. Only full-service OPE dealer in this upscale county. Covid - 19 essential business.
Asking Price
$300,000
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Posting: 284713 | Available | 1/17/24
Established in 1979, this longtime, respected glass and window company's owner is retiring and ready to hand this heirloom business off to its new operators. It is in a 1600 sq ft. retail/shop building with additional space. Attractive lease terms are available with rental amounts of ~$4,000/month.
Asking Price
$99,900
Cash flow
$564,000
Revenue
$4,656,752
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$200,000
Posting: 285865 | Available | 3/27/24
This established, highly profitable wastewater and septic service business in the upscale East Bay area of Los Angeles presents a unique opportunity. With a loyal customer base and a diversified service portfolio, this acquisition guarantees immediate return on investment and a smooth transition.
Asking Price
$1,850,000
Cash flow
$72,000
Revenue
$96,000
Down
$59,000
Posting: 277180 | Available | 1/26/23
This is an asset sale and the price is very reasonable as this location is perfect for shoe repair with a spacious parking lot at the back. The location is great and highly visible location. The current owner has been running this business for 35 years successfully with lots of loyal customers.
Asking Price
$59,000
Cash flow
$108,820
Revenue
$236,000
Down
$160,000
Posting: 278952 | Available | 4/9/24
This auto body paint and repair shop has been established for 20 years, situated in a free-standing building on a high-traffic avenue with high visibility. This business can be a good acquisition for an auto body shop business that needs more production capacity at a reasonable price.
Asking Price
$160,000
Cash flow
$1,500,000
Revenue
$10,200,000
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Posting: 285895 | Available | 3/29/24
The Company is a premier residential construction plumbing company serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area with an unwavering dedication to integrity and excellence. Committed to providing exceptional service, the Company ensures timely completion of projects.
Asking Price
$10,000,000
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Posting: 263995 | Available | 6/17/22
This is an opportunity to own one of the largest collections of antique plumbing fixtures and parts in the United States - at a discounted price! The inventory ranges from beautiful, turn-of-the-century clawfoot tubs and rib-cage showers, to beautifully decorated China toilets and sinks!
Asking Price
$349,000
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$120,000
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Posting: 284893 | Available | 3/17/24
This is a high-quality, ASE-certified auto repair shop for sale in Fremont. The shop is clean and roomy. This is not your typical tech shop where it is dirty and messy with parts. There are shared parking spaces with another auto shop next to it. It is approximately 2,400 square feet with 7 bays.
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 285218 | Available | 2/16/24
With over forty (40) years of commercial & residential experience, this well-established company has been serving No. Bay area Counties since 2001. The family owned & operated business offers a variety of services, such as; plumbing & plumbing repair, drain cleaning, sewer locating & video services.
Asking Price
$349,000
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The use of add backs & sellers discretionary cash is common among sellers of businesses when showing their financial information & explaining that the buyer will actually enjoy more profit than is shown. But buyers are cautioned to review documents closely. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen explains.
Owners should keep the fact that they want to sell their small business confidential. Before releasing information to prospective buyers, buyers should commit to confidentiality in writing & should understand why it is important. Peter Siegel, MBA a ProBuy and ProSell Advisor with BizBen explains.
Approaching business owners directly to see if they want to sell can sometimes work well for business buyers searching to buy a small business. Another way is to broadcast your search criteria via the BizBen ProBuy Program to all brokers, agents, and intermediaries who are selling a small business.
In my experience working with the "right banks and financial institutions" repayment ability sometimes overrules collateral pledged by someone needing financing for a business purchase or a down payment. Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen's ProBuy, ProSell Lead Facilitator explores this important topic.
Despite challenges in the business for sale marketplace, some of the brokers who make a living by facilitating a deal between buyer and seller are known to stand in the way of a completed transaction because of some outdated ideas. Too bad they put greed ahead of the needs of their clients.
The idea to have a buying a business checklist follows the adage that it's always useful to start with a plan when searching to buy a small business for sale. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen.com and top advisor of the BizBen ProBuy Program suggests six items for all business buyers to utilize.
The key to finding the ideal business broker or agent and selling a small business is asking the right questions and getting the right answers back! Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen & several top business brokers and agents in California (ProIntermediaries) contribute to this topic to assist sellers.
Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen.com & SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder discusses the difference between a hands on owner and an absentee owner. It covers why someone would want to be an absentee owner and then goes on to discuss the pros and cons of buying an absentee run small to mid-sized business.
Peter Siegel, MBA - Lead Advisor with the BizBen.com ProSell Program discusses critical steps to prepare a small to mid-sized business including: which documents will be needed, key advisors to have involved, pricing the business, and how to attract the right business buyers to your listing.
Peter Siegel, MBA discusses buyers who want to buy a business or franchise know about asking the seller to provide part of the financing with a carry-back note. Many business buyers need some cash to help fund the down payment and for working capital. Here are four ideas about how to get that money.
Peter Siegel, MBA - BizBen Founder & Director of the ProBuy/ProSell Programs explores why earnest money deposits when opening escrow (and bulk sale) serve several important purposes when buying or selling a small business in California. For Buyers not offering a realistic deposit may be a problem.
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.
