Cash flow
call/email
Revenue
$1,051,340
Down
$160,000
Posting: 282462 | Available | 6/5/24
A full-service electric contractor 65 years of experience serving Bay Area Customers. With projects ranging from ground-up to design-build, tenant improvements, seismic upgrades, historic renovations, remodeling & more.$30M approx projects pending 2023.12 Vehicles Included
Asking Price
$800,000
Cash flow
$1,000,000
Revenue
$9,000,000
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 278933 | Available | 6/4/24
Earthwork construction company - grading, asphalt paving for renovation & new construction projects, plus asphalt & concrete repairs and maintenance for recurring commercial & public customers. 30 skilled employees with capable non-owner management. Extensive equipment & vehicles. 37-year history.
Asking Price
$4,995,000
Cash flow
$1,900,000
Revenue
$9,500,000
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 271089 | Available | 6/4/24
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
$180,000
Revenue
$550
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 274482 | Available | 6/2/24
Top brand blinds, shades, shutters, etc retail. Easy to operate profitable and potential business even without advertisements or marketing. Ideal location on a high-traffic major street and the hub of Silicon Valley. Increasing sales yearly with many repeat & new customers. Price was lowered.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$166,104
Revenue
$412,252
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286359 | Available | 5/31/24
Thriving Home-Based Profitable Chimney Sweep Service Business in San Diego County - Over 20 Years. Perfect for a contractor seeking a specialized opportunity.
Asking Price
$398,000
Posting: 278072 | Available | 6/3/24
We are ready to buy well-established property management company accounts with cash. Our company with twenty years of experience in this field is ready to grow and is well-financed.
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$130,000
Posting: 286878 | Available | 5/31/24
Do you love woodworking? Do you like working with high-quality materials to build furniture, molding, or other high-end wood products? This is the asset sale of a woodworking shop in San Jose. Santa Cruz Timberworks built out the facility in 2017 at a cost of $25,000. The shop is fully set up.
Asking Price
$130,000
Cash flow
$196,402
Revenue
$597,802
Down
$295,000
Posting: 286870 | Available | 5/31/24
For sale is an established electrical contracting business serving both residential and commercial electrical clients. They have a reputation for their excellent craftsmanship and outstanding customer service. All of their electricians are vetted and certified.
Asking Price
$295,000
Cash flow
$185,000
Revenue
$1,469,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286836 | Available | 5/29/24
Established for 30+ years and for sale for the first time, this business presents a great opportunity for a buyer to own a company that has cultivated a loyal clientele by providing exceptional craftsmanship. One of the few of its kind in Orange County, this business is consistently sought after.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
$82,770
Revenue
$212,156
Down
$15,000
Posting: 286834 | Available | 5/29/24
With over 20 successful years of business, this is a golden opportunity for anyone looking to step into a high-demand construction business. The business has a strong community presence and a trusted name, making it an established and reputable choice in the area.
Asking Price
$85,000
Cash flow
$134,129
Revenue
$833,889
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 281304 | Available | 5/29/24
Price reduced to $250,000. Beautifying and enhancing your living space never goes out of style. One of the most cost-effective and simple additions to any yard is a quality fence. This established and turn key fencing company Services Santa Cruz, Watsonville, and the greater Monterey Bay areas.
Asking Price
$250,000
Cash flow
$379,489
Revenue
$2,897,957
Down
$79,000
Posting: 281198 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a building maintenance and construction company with real estate. They had $420,000 of SDE in 2022! It has been established for 40 years. Maintenance provides recurring revenue and generates additional, high-margin construction services. Real property is valued at $1MM.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$270,617
Revenue
$1,091,371
Down
$400,000
Posting: 282792 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a profitable, leading hearth (fireplace/stove) distributor and installer in the greater foothills of Sacramento County. There are more than 65 wood, gas, pellet, and electric stoves, inserts, and fireplaces on display in the fully stocked, 3,000-square-foot showroom.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
$690,584
Revenue
$7,689,805
Down
$250,000
Posting: 286709 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a long-standing, well-run, reinforcing steel/rebar company looking for a new owner to take it to new heights. The current owner took over from his father in the 1980s and is ready to retire. They built a great company with a great reputation in the market.
Asking Price
$25,000,000
Cash flow
$427,741
Revenue
$2,899,885
Down
$1,200,222
Posting: 278295 | Available | 5/28/24
New lower price! This company has over 40 years of experience in California's landscape construction and maintenance sectors. This company's stellar reputation and lengthy client list have enabled it to be an industry go to company. The business has concentrated on offering a wide variety.
Asking Price
$1,200,000
Cash flow
$314,260
Revenue
$907,753
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 283188 | Available | 5/24/24
Breez Construction is celebrating 20 years in business! They specialize in concrete, retainment, engineered walls, heavy equipment, flood control, and underground utilities. They also build new construction both residential and commercial, tenant improvements, and remodels.
Asking Price
$2,800,000
Cash flow
$147,000
Revenue
$677,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286731 | Available | 5/23/24
The Company specializes in sustainable construction, crafting eco-friendly living spaces in a major eastern USA city. through innovative green technologies such as living walls and green roofs, transforming urban environments into greener, healthier spaces for property owners.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
$305,370
Revenue
$1,564,370
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285469 | Available | 5/23/24
For sale is a very profitable framing and drywall construction business biding on public works and commercial jobs. It is established with an excellent reputation. The office manager and office administrator run the business side of the office.
Asking Price
$599,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$450,000
Posting: 286705 | Available | 5/22/24
Operating closely with leading insurers on both national and local fronts, this franchise specializes in delivering emergency restoration services to households and businesses. It is unlike conventional restoration firms that concentrate solely on repairing structural damage.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$400,000
Posting: 286701 | Available | 5/22/24
Here's your opportunity to possess a recession-resistant venture, prioritizing repair over replacement in a sector valued at over $200 billion. With 15 years of growth and development under its belt, this franchise offers a proven track record of success.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
$622,619
Revenue
$4,664,098
Down
$1,300,000
Posting: 286700 | Available | 5/22/24
This opportunity offers ownership of a two-location franchise specializing in restoring soft goods and electronics, within the well-established specialty contents restoration industry.
Asking Price
$1,300,000
Cash flow
$198,769
Revenue
$1,400,625
Down
$1,000,000
Posting: 286699 | Available | 5/22/24
With a 15-year history of consistent growth, this franchise works closely at the national and local level with top insurers, providing emergency restoration services to families and businesses.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
$345,000
Revenue
$170,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286708 | Available | 5/22/24
The business is largely focused on residential and commercial projects through general contractors and architects. Approximately 85% of their work is subcontracted work, while the remaining 15% is direct to the owners on smaller residential projects. Trusted electrical subcontractor for 37 years.
Asking Price
$310,000
Cash flow
$399,038
Revenue
$1,466,615
Down
$799,000
Posting: 286704 | Available | 5/22/24
The business is a family owned and operated mechanical and electrical contracting company with a mission to save customers energy while staying comfortable. The business specializes in solving problems of poor comfort, high energy bills, and inefficient HVAC equipment.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$2,475,000
Revenue
$10,000,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286696 | Available | 5/22/24
Providing quality projects on time and high-quality customer service, the Company has created a path to 'yes' regardless of the task or project. Specializing in commercial, industrial, corporate, and healthcare remodeling and maintenance, the Company has grown to be nationally recognized.
Asking Price
$7,000,000
Cash flow
$224,000
Revenue
$2,049,615
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 276956 | Available | 5/21/24
Located in Ventura County, this kitchen and bath remodeling business has been in business for over 20 years and has become a staple serving Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. It's storefront and full showroom boasts kitchen build-outs by multiple kitchen and bath cabinet and countertop companies.
Asking Price
$550,000
Cash flow
$36,402
Revenue
$1,567,197
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286687 | Available | 5/21/24
This fast-growing construction & remodeling firm is a one-stop full-service construction shop that exhibits exceptional follow-through on all contracts and communication. Their business model centers on a highly tailored and systematized set of tools and processes.
Asking Price
$3,000,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$100,000
Posting: 286677 | Available | 5/21/24
With over 10 years of experience in the screen trade, we provide workmanship for the domestic and commercial markets. In need of a new front door screen, window rescreen, pet screen material upgrade or any other custom screen installation? Look no further!
Asking Price
$125,000
Cash flow
$1,000,000
Revenue
$9,000,000
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 278933 | Available | 6/4/24
Earthwork construction company - grading, asphalt paving for renovation & new construction projects, plus asphalt & concrete repairs and maintenance for recurring commercial & public customers. 30 skilled employees with capable non-owner management. Extensive equipment & vehicles. 37-year history.
Asking Price
$4,995,000
Cash flow
call/email
Revenue
$1,051,340
Down
$160,000
Posting: 282462 | Available | 6/5/24
A full-service electric contractor 65 years of experience serving Bay Area Customers. With projects ranging from ground-up to design-build, tenant improvements, seismic upgrades, historic renovations, remodeling & more.$30M approx projects pending 2023.12 Vehicles Included
Asking Price
$800,000
Cash flow
$166,104
Revenue
$412,252
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286359 | Available | 5/31/24
Thriving Home-Based Profitable Chimney Sweep Service Business in San Diego County - Over 20 Years. Perfect for a contractor seeking a specialized opportunity.
Asking Price
$398,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$550
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 274482 | Available | 6/2/24
Top brand blinds, shades, shutters, etc retail. Easy to operate profitable and potential business even without advertisements or marketing. Ideal location on a high-traffic major street and the hub of Silicon Valley. Increasing sales yearly with many repeat & new customers. Price was lowered.
Asking Price
$200,000
Cash flow
$1,900,000
Revenue
$9,500,000
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 271089 | Available | 6/4/24
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
$560,350
Revenue
$1,921,784
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 284424 | Available | 5/14/24
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, top-tier hardwood flooring distributor in operation for 30 years! This turnkey, wholesale business is a distinguished distributor sourcing premium hardwood floors that are sustainably sourced and engineered through direct factory channels.
Asking Price
$2,600,000
Cash flow
$1,211,382
Revenue
$8,405,796
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 283282 | Available | 11/15/23
This well-established metal supply company takes pride in offering swift, friendly, & reliable same or next-day delivery services. Operating in an industry known to thrive even during economic downturns, the business has maintained its high-visibility location at the intersection of major freeways.
Asking Price
$6,200,000
Cash flow
$95,910
Revenue
$35,145
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285922 | Available | 4/1/24
Our client is revolutionizing on-site clean energy. While addressing an existential problem for the world, it will do so with attention to the aesthetics and environmental harmony of its design.
Asking Price
$2,000,000
Cash flow
$200,000
Revenue
$1,048,578
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 275913 | Available | 4/9/24
For sale is a profitable marble, stone & tile cleaning, polishing & restoration company. This owner has a contractor's license. Other companies doing the same service operate without one. The square footage is 400. Rent is negotiable. It was established in 2013.
Asking Price
$249,000
Cash flow
$470,317
Revenue
$1,925,938
Down
$191,250
Posting: 285991 | Available | 4/4/24
This acquisition opportunity is for an established landscape construction and maintenance company that has been serving Silicon Valley, CA for 37 years. The company specializes in high-end residential landscaping projects and swimming pool projects.
Asking Price
$1,275,000
Cash flow
$305,370
Revenue
$1,564,370
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285469 | Available | 5/23/24
For sale is a very profitable framing and drywall construction business biding on public works and commercial jobs. It is established with an excellent reputation. The office manager and office administrator run the business side of the office.
Asking Price
$599,000
Cash flow
Call / Email
Revenue
$10,000,000
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 277083 | Available | 12/13/22
Well established leader in contractor demolition. Concrete demolition and excavation company with more than 30 years of exceptional business track record vetting buyers. 10 million+ in annual sales. Buildings, roads, bridges, runways, and general construction projects with over a 35-year record.
Asking Price
$10,000,000
Cash flow
$80,000
Revenue
$286,184
Down
$135,000
Posting: 273276 | Available | 2/16/24
This specialty maintenance firm has provided post-construction cleaning services to general contractors (60%-70% of the business), architects, and upscale homeowners in the greater Los Angeles area for over 12 years. The majority of the company's business is now recurring and referral based.
Asking Price
$135,000
Cash flow
$216,249
Revenue
$1,281,498
Down
$624,000
Posting: 284400 | Available | 3/19/24
The company stands as a cornerstone in delivering top-notch electrical contracting services to both the local commercial and residential sectors, as well as the surrounding communities.
Asking Price
$774,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$400,000
Posting: 286701 | Available | 5/22/24
Here's your opportunity to possess a recession-resistant venture, prioritizing repair over replacement in a sector valued at over $200 billion. With 15 years of growth and development under its belt, this franchise offers a proven track record of success.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
$314,442
Revenue
$1,251,118
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 279054 | Available | 2/8/24
Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each route and supplemental comes with (1) truck and (1) experienced driver already in place. The business has seen double-digit organic growth since its inception.
Asking Price
$1,400,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$1,134,811
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 276421 | Available | 6/5/23
When you need paving services, there is no better company to turn to than this one. The Company was started in 1990 and officially formed back then when they were just a small crew with big dreams of becoming New Hampshire's finest paving contractor.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$30,296,906
Revenue
$178,182,423
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 281689 | Available | 2/7/24
The business is a highly regarded lath and plaster company operating in the Los Angeles area. They specialize in both exterior and interior lath and plaster applications for residential and commercial projects.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Down
$30,000
Posting: 283455 | Available | 10/20/23
Selling all assets utilized for the operation of a structural concrete business with Seller financing on great terms. Must be relocated. Fantastic chance to become an Owner!
Asking Price
$320,000
Cash flow
$237,002
Revenue
$763,045
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 283371 | Available | 10/16/23
Are you interested in entering or expanding in the contracting industry? This is a remarkable opportunity to acquire a well-established contracting company with a legacy rooted in over 30 years of collective experience. The Sellers have honed their craft, and built a stellar industry reputation.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$177,652
Revenue
$749,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285629 | Available | 3/12/24
This is a 29-year-old electrical contractor providing repair & maintenance services. The business location is in an exceptional SoCal industrial location. The electrical contracting industry is a $173 billion business. The sale price includes four trucks, 70 ft ladder, and a 30 ft cherry picker.
Asking Price
$198,500
Cash flow
$221,684
Revenue
$1,113,349
Down
Call/Email
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
Cash flow
$920,000
Revenue
$5,560,000
Down
$500,000
Posting: 279962 | In Contract | 7/31/23
Under Contract - Profitable Paving, Sealcoating & Striping Company
Asking Price
$2,750,000
Cash flow
$210,803
Revenue
$497,559
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286094 | Available | 5/21/24
A reputable and longstanding glazing company in San Diego County, this business has been a trusted provider of high-quality custom shower enclosures, closet doors, mirrors, and more for over five decades.
Asking Price
$350,000
Cash flow
$65,000
Revenue
$150,000
Down
$175,000
Posting: 283193 | Available | 4/19/24
This millwork company is a California Sole Proprietorship that has been in operation since 1976, under ownership of the founder. Specializing in custom millwork and cabinetry for the restaurant and bar industry, the business needed no marketing as they are the go-to for several high-end restaurants.
Asking Price
$175,000
Cash flow
$196,280
Revenue
$1,194,901
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285155 | Available | 2/14/24
This is a great opportunity to get involved and monetize in the construction industry, which is booming, especially in Florida. Additionally, flooring is a great sector and nicely diversified due to the demand being driven by both new construction and the R&R (remodeling & renovation) market.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$151,435
Revenue
$766,955
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 278278 | Available | 4/12/24
This well-established iron ornamental business has an impeccable reputation. Boasts experienced artistic fabricators and certified welders. Cal OSHA compliant and certified shop as well as licensed, bonded and insured. They have a large client base, and are located in a terrific location.
Asking Price
$499,000
Cash flow
$139,006
Revenue
$529,731
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 275519 | Available | 9/1/23
If you love being your own boss and making a good living in one of the most desirable areas to live on the planet, then give this successful flooring contractor business a serious look. Well-established contracting business features the advantages of job variety and profitability. Seller financing!
Asking Price
305,000+ Inv
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What is your goal in 5 years? Do you want to become a business owner? Buying a business can be an exciting, safe opportunity to gain financial freedom. But how to buy the right business? This article will walk you through the process of buying a business.
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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.
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.
