Take two seemingly identical companies with very similar financials, but one of the companies was worth substantially more than the other company. One company will sell for $10 million “as is” or some changes can be made and the same…
There are several key factors on the acquirer’s side of a sale, most of which are necessary to achieve a successful closing. Just as a seller has to deal with quite a few factors, the acquirer must also. Some of…
A serious buyer should have the answers to the following questions: Why are you considering the purchase of a business at this time? What is your time frame to find a suitable business? Are you open-minded about different opportunities, or…
There is the oft-told story about Ray Kroc, the founder of McDonalds. Before he approached the McDonald brothers at their California hamburger restaurant, he spent quite a few days sitting in his car watching the business. Only when he was convinced…
If you have been thinking about getting a new job, but have not found the right opportunity, consider owning your own business. One of the fastest ways to get an income producing business is to . While there are few…
There is the old anecdote about the immigrant who opened his own business in the United States. Like many small business owners, he had his own bookkeeping system. He kept his accounts payable in a cigar box on the left…
4 Things Before You Buy Prices on many privately owned businesses dropped over the last year. Whether you are looking to invest in your own business alone, or with Business Buyer Investment Club, be sure to get a business you…
Burnout is an often-used reason for an owner selling his or her business. Potential buyers may have trouble accepting this as a valid reason for sale. However, burnout is a valid reason for selling one’s business. A business owner can…
Looking for a restaurant with SBA Loan options? As of June 26, 2013, in all of Florida there were less than a dozen pre-qualified restaurants with SBA loan options on the Business Broker’s multiple listing system. Here are just a…
No one hiring? Own a real business…buy an existing one! Over 70 percent of U.S. adults surveyed said they wish they worked for themselves. People typically become business owners in one of three ways – starting a business from scratch,…
Buying a Gas Station with Convenience Store in Florida– a Brief Overview As part of our series on Small Business Investing – Turning Dreams Into Legacies, we are sharing this overview for buying a gas station since it is…
Buying Can Be the Best Way to Own a Business but Take a Close Look at the Tax Records. Unlike starting your own business from start-up or buying a franchise, buying an existing business usually gives the business buyer/ investor…