Cash flow
$344,455
Revenue
$817,655
Down
$310,000
Posting: 282317 | Available | 5/14/24
For sale is a semi-absentee run Mediterranean restaurant. An SBA loan is possible for qualified buyers - 30% down. The monthly average sales are $100K and the monthly net income is $25K. They make stable income. The store size is 1,600 sq. ft plus a spacious patio. This is an excellent location.
Asking Price
$628,000
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$1,647,000
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Posting: 285961 | Available | 5/13/24
This is a reputable Chinese Restaurant that was well-established 9 years ago. It is located in a very busy area with lots of foot traffic. The seller claims revenue in 2023 is about $1,647,000.
Asking Price
$380,000
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Posting: 283195 | Available | 5/13/24
This is a fantastic wine bar w/ bites location with a newly zoned patio for sale in the heart of Oakland's city hall plaza. The well-designed wine bar-bistro style space resides within this stunning historic triangular building at 102 Frank Ogawa Plaza.
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 281652 | Available | 5/13/24
This is your opportunity to own a profitable established restaurant in Rocklin, CA. This is an excellent opportunity to become an owner of a lunch and dinner full generating restaurant and generate cash for yourself.
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Posting: 286551 | Available | 5/13/24
Step into a legacy of flavor and community with Eppies Restaurant a beloved establishment nestled in West Sacramento. It is a well-established American restaurant that is profitable with a great sales price.
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Posting: 286544 | Available | 5/13/24
This is a profitable business owned by absentee owners. This is a hot pot restaurant with all dining area tables equipped with electrical burners and proper overhead kitchen hoods. The seller has spent over $300,000 to upgrade the dining area and the kitchen.
Asking Price
$590,000
Cash flow
$240,000
Revenue
$900,000
Down
$120,000
Posting: 281611 | Available | 5/13/24
For sale is a great and well-established sushi restaurant in the affluent and dynamic community of Fountain Valley. It has a great rent of $3,850 including NNN for 1,300+ sq ft. with plenty of parking spaces in the lot. its current monthly sale is $75,000 with open 6 days a week. Beer/Wine. SBA.
Asking Price
$350,000
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Posting: 283511 | Available | 5/13/24
For sale is a restaurant located on El Cajon Boulevard, North Park's main thoroughfare currently undergoing massive redevelopment. The restaurant is centrally located within San Diego County with a growing population of over 266,000 residents, all within a 3-mile radius.
Asking Price
$195,000
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$1,253,297
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Posting: 283485 | Available | 5/13/24
This is a rare opportunity to own a restaurant in a prime location in downtown Willow Glen. Complete with a Type 47 liquor license, this restaurant is near other eateries, numerous retail establishments, law offices, and other small businesses such as consignment stores, salons, and boutiques.
Asking Price
$289,000
Cash flow
$66,800
Revenue
$628,027
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Posting: 286542 | Available | 5/13/24
Nestled in the heart of bustling Morro Bay, this real estate and restaurant presents an enticing opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a turn-key establishment in a prime location who are looking to own the real estate where they do business.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
$1,500,000
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Posting: 286540 | Available | 5/13/24
This place is a hole-in-the-wall downtown and the food is amazing, excellent, tasty, phenomenal and second to none and this place is without question the best BBQ restaurant and the quality of the food is unprecedented, mouthwatering and out of this world.
Asking Price
$999,000
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Posting: 285205 | Available | 5/13/24
This hot pot restaurant is situated in a prime location within a plaza in Daly City. It is conveniently located in a plaza with excellent foot traffic. The restaurant has a steady customer base, stable business, and low rent. It is surrounded by residential areas and nearby shops.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$90,000
Revenue
$324,000
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Posting: 286536 | Available | 5/12/24
This restaurant is located in a plaza with a total of 5 restaurants. There is a lot of potential with a large parking lot and many customers visiting the restaurant. It is currently only open 5 days a week, but sales are expected to increase if it opens on Saturdays and Sundays.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$224,000
Revenue
$2,381,768
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Posting: 282902 | Available | 5/12/24
This place makes you feel you are somewhere other than Southern California. If you like small-town atmosphere and outdoor charming patio with phenomenal, scrumptious, incredible and amazingly delicious food, this is the place. This place really makes you feel at home and definitely a hidden gem.
Asking Price
$2,350,000
Cash flow
$70,279
Revenue
$240,086
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Posting: 286534 | Available | 5/11/24
This is a rare opportunity to own a thriving restaurant with established reputation and dedicated customer base. Situated in prime location with ample parking, this culinary gem sits on 1800 sq ft of inviting space, and has a proven track record of success.
Asking Price
$165,000
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Posting: 286527 | Available | 5/10/24
This is a teriyaki restaurant for sale! It is located in a great spot, situated in the pad of a high-traffic shopping center. The size of the restaurant is 1,300 square feet. Rent is below $5,000. It is absentee-run.
Asking Price
$230,000
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Posting: 286524 | Available | 5/10/24
This beautifully appointed restaurant is located in prime downtown Hermosa Beach. Live entertainment is permitted. There is a separate private office, a fully-equipped kitchen, a Type 47 liquor license, and large bar area with 12 tap tower. There is potential to add an outdoor dining deck.
Asking Price
$425,000
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Posting: 286522 | Available | 5/10/24
Seize the opportunity to lease a turnkey restaurant that was fully renovated in 2023. This standalone building is located on a spacious 15,098 square foot lot, featuring a 1,856 square foot facility with ample parking for over 22 cars. The lease terms are attractive, starting at $5,900 per month.
Lease Amount
$5,900
Cash flow
$150,000
Revenue
$925,000
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Posting: 271401 | Available | 5/10/24
This is a well established (over 10 years) Hawaiian BBQ fast food restaurant located in a major busy shopping center in the heart of Brea city. The size is approximately. 2,200 sq. ft. The rent is $8,472 plus NNN (total $12,039 including trash). The lease will expire on Jan. 2025.
Asking Price
$159,000
Cash flow
$100,000
Revenue
$720,000
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Posting: 284940 | Available | 5/10/24
Discover the essence of Venezuelan cuisine in this thriving restaurant, boasting a full liquor license (47-on-sale general) for a complete dining experience. Spanning approximately 3,000 sq. ft., the restaurant offers a spacious setting with a reasonable monthly rent of $6,100.
Asking Price
$340,000
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$375,000
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Posting: 285692 | Available | 5/10/24
For sale is a well-established, 100% absentee run cajun seafood & crawfish restaurant located in busy shopping center in Pomona. Because current owner has other locations and couldn't manage it well, it is being sold. It has a beer & wine license #41.
Asking Price
$169,000
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Posting: 285364 | Available | 5/10/24
For sale is a well-established Mexican restaurant located in very busy shopping center on major street Chapman Ave. Currently this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is possible for new owner change the menu concept to Chinese fast food, Vietnamese pho, Thai, or other type of food.
Asking Price
$149,000
Cash flow
$152,600
Revenue
$840,000
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Posting: 281774 | Available | 5/10/24
This is a restaurant with a hookah cocktail bar, located in the famous NoHo Arts District which is the center of entertainment in LA. It has been established for 18 years, 3 years with the present owner. The building size is 2,100 SF, completely remodeled and upgraded with a modern touch.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$600,000
Revenue
$2,400,000
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$995,000
Posting: 286017 | Available | 5/10/24
A high-profile dance club is located in the heart of the downtown area in Orange County. This establishment is an established neighborhood night club and restaurant with two commercial kitchen sections specialized in Fusion Mediterranean and American dishes, prepared by an experienced chef.
Asking Price
$995,000
Cash flow
$447,000
Revenue
$3,156,000
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Posting: 284408 | Available | 5/10/24
Nestled in the picturesque Santa Cruz County, California, this exquisitely designed restaurant has been a steadfast fixture in the community, earning a stellar reputation over the years. Located in a prime location, the restaurant has Weathered the test of time.
Asking Price
$1,550,000
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$900,000
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Posting: 286511 | Available | 5/10/24
We are offering this profitable Japanese restaurant or conversion opportunity in a great location. The space is 3000 square feet with seating for approximately 125. It features a full kitchen with a 24-foot hood, four gas woks, and more. The current concept is profitable.
Asking Price
$240,000
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Posting: 277001 | Available | 5/9/24
For sale is a Mexican restaurant. It is an asset sale - no financial statement is available. This is a stand-alone building and shares parking with the business next door. The size of the building is 1,500 sq. ft and the rent is $3,100/m. There is a walk-in cooler and 8 feet hood.
Asking Price
$89,999
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$630,000
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Posting: 285494 | Available | 5/9/24
This is a Chinese restaurant for sale. The restaurant is located in a nice area of Oakland. This restaurant has been in the same location for over 35 years. Three is a beer and wine license.The size of the restaurant is 1,546 sq ft. and rent is $4,900.
Asking Price
$149,999
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$1,000,000
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Posting: 286054 | Available | 5/16/24
For sale is a Mexican restaurant that is located inside a major shopping center with a supermarket anchor. No other Mexican restaurants in the complex & cannot open a new Mexican restaurant according to our lease agreement. There is plenty of parking. It has a beer & wine license.
Asking Price
$439,900
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Posting: 284472 | Available | 5/15/24
This is an exceptional restaurant & banquet facility for sale! This is a full-service banquet facility with ABC Type 47 liquor license & ABC Type 58 for catering. They have a seating capacity of over 360. There is vast parking space for guests and it is easily accessible from major freeways.
Asking Price
$4,500,000
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Posting: 286238 | Available | 5/16/24
Historic restaurant and bar, East of Alpine. This stand-alone 4,500 sq. ft building with a patio and full kitchen equipped with an A1 hood. Keep it as is or explore new concepts. ABC type 47 license available separately. Unlimited potential for menu expansion, live entertainment, and marketing.
Asking Price
$199,000
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$525,000
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Posting: 285786 | Available | 5/17/24
This established pizza business is known for its premium pizzas and commitment to quality. While the current owner prioritizes quality over quantity, there's ample room for a new owner to convert to their own vision. It is a prime location in a shopping center with high visibility.
Asking Price
$245,000
Cash flow
$82,216
Revenue
$731,213
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$150,000
Posting: 283846 | Available | 5/18/24
This charming breakfast and lunch restaurant caters to your taste buds for breakfast and lunch. In business for 25 years and nestled in the heart of a rustic marina, this restaurant is a cozy and inviting space that exudes a warm, rustic ambiance. Our menu features a delectable array of dishes.
Asking Price
$150,000
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$4,500,000
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Posting: 285309 | Available | 5/15/24
Situated at a prime corner spot on a bustling main block in Los Angeles, this establishment resonates with rich global influences, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere. Boasting adaptable space accommodating up to 140 guests, the venue features timeless design elements.
Asking Price
$825,000
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Posting: 285056 | Available | 5/16/24
Experience the epitome of elegance and refinement at our renowned establishment, where breathtaking views, exquisite dining, and a romantic ambiance converge to create an unparalleled dining experience. It is recognized as the Inland Empire's premier destination for romance and ambiance.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
Cash flow
$219,950
Revenue
$219,950
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$2,900,000
Posting: 283295 | Available | 5/19/24
This Silverlake restaurant and bar with liquor, onsite parking, and excellent street visibility boasts what may arguably be the most coveted outdoor patio in the area. The venue has 3 dining areas that open into an adjacent bar and outdoor patio. The corner property is included!
Asking Price
$2,900,000
Cash flow
$288,000
Revenue
$1,200,000
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Posting: 284786 | Available | 4/27/24
This ramen restaurant is located in a plaza with a lot of foot traffic in Montclair, San Bernardino County, California. The restaurant has an alcohol license and is a store with great potential. Must see!
Asking Price
$585,000
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$3,044,212
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Posting: 285235 | Available | 4/2/24
This restaurant, Midgley's, is a totally 'turnkey' business opportunity. With over $3 million in annual sales, easy excitability with nice curb appeal and a welcoming large patio. It is located in the well-established Lincoln Center in Stockton. Surrounded by higher-end shops and national chains.
Asking Price
$549,999
Cash flow
$252,000
Revenue
$721,000
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Posting: 285855 | Available | 3/26/24
Il Giardino is a perfect choice when you want dinner with friends or family in an authentic Italian atmosphere. Enjoy a meal or just dessert, a cappuccino, or a glass of wine, they are there to serve you. Their dinners offer customers a large variety of main courses and sides.
Asking Price
$495,000
Cash flow
$546,825
Revenue
$3,400,000
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Posting: 284067 | Available | 11/29/23
We are offering a package of 2 profitable, absentee-run, bistro-style restaurants in very desirable high-traffic locations. The locations can be purchased separately. The concept and model are scalable. The 2022 Net Sales were $3.4Mil and EBITDA $546k.
Asking Price
$1,900,000
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Posting: 284009 | Available | 11/24/23
For sale is a well established and remodeled Japanese restaurant. This is a restaurant located in an area with a high population flow, very busy for tourists, events, shops etc. It has a beautiful patio area. Size is estimated to be 1,200 ~ 1,500 sq. ft (40 seating) / patio outside (36 seating)
Asking Price
$249,000
Cash flow
$75,000
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Posting: 272648 | Available | 10/11/23
For sale is a great Mediterranean fast food restaurant in the South Bay at a great location for over 12 years! It has a total of over 150K in Sellers Discretionary Earning for the new buyer. It is a very manageable business with two employees and one working owner.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
$4,554,948
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$2,400,000
Posting: 279813 | Available | 4/28/24
This is a high-grossing restaurant & banquet facility along with outside catering for sale. The restaurant and real estate will sell together. It is appropriate for experienced restaurateurs/event planners. This is a full-service restaurant with a type 47 liquor license and banquet facilities.
Asking Price
$8,000,000
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Posting: 285721 | Available | 4/22/24
Presenting an exceptional opportunity for a turnkey restaurant asset sale in the heart of Fullerton, California, nestled within the vibrant and growing community of Orange County. This exquisite establishment spans 1,963 square feet and offers a cozy yet elegant dining experience.
Asking Price
$79,000
Cash flow
$429,804
Revenue
$1,993,956
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Posting: 285314 | Available | 2/22/24
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase a high volume money making restaurant/bar, with good books and records. With the same owner for over 30 years, now it's time to retire. Very high gross & net, very good family neighborhood area. What else could a buyer ask for?
Asking Price
$1,550,000
Cash flow
$126,000
Revenue
$672,000
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$290,000
Posting: 285306 | Available | 4/20/24
Established in 1995, this well-known Chinese restaurant situated on Ventura Blvd in Woodland Hills offers a fantastic opportunity for a full-time owner-operator or owner-chef operator. With a prime location and ample parking in the rear, the restaurant boasts great potential for expansion.
Asking Price
$290,000
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Posting: 278870 | Available | 5/1/24
A newly remodeled restaurant with a turn-key condition and up to code. It is located at a high-foot-traffic shopping center with some nationally known anchor tenants. It has a beautifully designed dining area. The kitchen has a 15' hood, a walk-in cooler, and new equipment. It is 1,417 square feet.
Asking Price
$170,000
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$205,000
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Posting: 283249 | Available | 3/21/24
This grill and deli has been a fixture in the community for over 35 years as a breakfast and lunch restaurant. It is well decorated and consists of approximately 1,500 square feet and a full kitchen including a Type 1 hood and grease trap. All equipment is owned and included in the sale price.
Asking Price
$149,000
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Posting: 283195 | Available | 5/13/24
This is a fantastic wine bar w/ bites location with a newly zoned patio for sale in the heart of Oakland's city hall plaza. The well-designed wine bar-bistro style space resides within this stunning historic triangular building at 102 Frank Ogawa Plaza.
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 281634 | Available | 3/10/24
It is not an overstatement to suggest that this is an exceptional and unique opportunity to own a restaurant and bar in the heart of the Pier Plaza of Hermosa Beach. The Brews Hall lease is the best in the beach cities with options through 2040. Just steps to the world-famous strand and beach.
Asking Price
$585,000
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$1,100,000
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Posting: 286438 | Available | 5/7/24
Nestled within the tranquil embrace of the Trinity mountains lies a culinary marvel awaiting discovery: the meticulously reimagined Restaurant and Bar. Dating back to 1974, this cherished establishment underwent a visionary transformation in 2015, courtesy of its passionate stewards.
Asking Price
$650,000
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Posting: 280883 | Available | 3/30/24
This is a 3,137 rentable sq. ft. bar & lounge space, with a ventless hood kitchen previously licensed to sell full liquor to go, as well as on-premises consumption. This is fully built-out with high-end finishes and fully equipped on the lower level of the marketplace with a dedicated entry.
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Posting: 283341 | Available | 5/4/24
This is a Japanese Izakaya restaurant for sale. This restaurant is very clean and well-maintained. The rent is $2,500 and the size of the restaurant is 1,400 sq ft. There's a full kitchen with a walk-in cooler and a 14 ft hood. The kitchen is big, which is good for catering events/opportunities.
Asking Price
$199,999
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Posting: 274138 | Available | 4/26/24
For sale is a pizza restaurant with a catering business. This business is in a great location in SF (SOMA District). Rent is percentage rent (6~8% of gross sale) and that includes water and PG&E. There are two types 1 hood and hoods are 4 feet long. The current monthly sale is about $80,000+.
Asking Price
$249,999
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$1,440,000
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Posting: 276444 | Available | 1/24/23
For sale is a high-profit sushi restaurant located in San Diego, CA. Currently, the owner opens 6 days a week. The annual gross sales are $1,440,000. Training and support will be included as well.
Asking Price
$470,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$750,000
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Posting: 285854 | Available | 3/26/24
Located in the bustling heart of a vibrant Hispanic neighborhood within L.A. County, this fast-casual restaurant is a gem in a busy shopping center, anchored by a significant tenant. Renowned for its fusion of Japanese and Korean cuisine, the restaurant has cemented its place as a local favorite.
Asking Price
$290,000
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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.
First the dreaded statistic: 80% of all business buyers looking to buy a small business never end up doing so! Peter Siegel, MBA BizBen.com Founder & ProBuy Director) covers successful tactics & strategies all business buyers of small to mid-sized businesses should utilize now to buy a business.
SBA large loan expert and advisor Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen.com & SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder) shares his views and experience for getting the right SBA loan for larger deals, getting deals professionally prequalified & analyzed, and getting that loan through underwriting with fewer complications!
Many times when buying a business there are reasons why buying stock or buying assets is the better business decision. We explore these options on the BizBen Blog Post of which option may be better depending on the circumstances of the buyer (and seller) involved in the transaction taking place.
Many business owners fail to maximize their business' value because they don't have a proper strategy in place to do so. Failure to maximize your businesses value will make it harder to attract the most qualified buyers. Have a plan that ensures your business is as attractive & valuable as possible.
A business buyer in our ProBuy Program searching to buy a business asked me to sum up what I though the biggest mistakes business buyers make when they search for and bought a small business. I asked ProIntermediaries on BizBen their thoughts on the matter and received a diverse response.
It is not uncommon for business Owner/Sellers to get uncomfortable when a potential Buyer requires a SBA loan to purchase the Seller's business. Often times Owner/Sellers will say "the Buyer is the one getting the loan; why am I the one under the microscope?" This blog post addresses this topic.
Depending on the type of business being sold, a month-to-month situation can be severely detrimental to the value of the business. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen (and Lead Facilitator at BizBen) explores the issue of month to month leases in this blog/article.
Throughout the recession, it was very difficult to get approved for business purchase financing. If you are considering incorporating some alternative funding sources in your next small business acquisition, here is what you need to know to protect yourself and your investment.
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.
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.
