Sunday, October 31, 2010

Today's New Florida Businesses For Sale (Holloween Special):

BFS-209732: Franchise Fire Water Damage Clean Up Company

Industry: Construction // Special Trades
Location: Florida (Palm Harbor)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,100,000)
Details: This Construction company is part of the industry leading water/ fire damage clean up and restoration franchise. There are two adjoining franchise territories as part of this sale and are in a high population...

BFS-209857: Franchise Moving Company
Industry: Transportation & Warehousing // Moving Companies
Location: Florida
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Look at this new franchise!!! The company established in 2004 is a professional moving and storage franchise operation. No experience necessary!!! The moving and storage industry is an $8 billion dollar...

BFS-209718: Hair and Tanning Salon

Industry: Personal Services // Beauty Parlors & Barbershops
Location: Florida (Broward)
Sales: Under $100 Thousand ($90,000)
Details: Business just established less than one year doing quite well for starter but seller has to concentrate on other business. Must see facility with 8 hair stations, manicure/pedicure station, room for facials...

BFS-209732: Franchise Fire Water Damage Clean Up Company
Industry: Construction // Special Trades
Location: Florida (Palm Harbor)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,100,000)
Details: This Construction company is part of the industry leading water/ fire damage clean up and restoration franchise. There are two adjoining franchise territories as part of this sale and are in a high population...

BFS-209751: Commercial Printer- Accounts Only
Industry: Business Services // Printing & Duplicating Services
Location: Florida (Hillsborough)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($139,449)
Details: The owner is willing to sell just the accounts and will keep the equipment and building lease for $59,000 CASH. The owner estimates the total number of customers at approximately 2,000 with around 135...

BFS-209752: Broward County 4-COP License for Sale
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Nightclubs
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Broward County 4-COP quota alcoholic beverage license for sale. Financing available to qualified buyers....

Saturday, October 30, 2010

BFS-209461: Tile, Carpet, Wood Sales & Installation Services

Industry: Retail Trade // Flooring & Tile Stores
Location: Other Florida (Boca Raton, FL)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,175,873)
Details: Established Tile, Carpet, Wood Sales & Installation Company. Well-trained sales staff in place. Dependable contractors do all installation work. Solid customer base -- 80%+ of customers are commercial....

BFS-209544: Plumbing Service Company
Industry: Construction // Plumbing Contractors
Location: Florida (Manatee County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($275,000)
Details: Established plumbing company with over 30 years of providing excellent plumbing service to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. As a state certified plumbing contractor, this business is...

BFS-209552: Adult Night Club
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Nightclubs
Location: Florida (Broward)
Sales: Not Applicable (Asset Sale)
Details: Girls! Girls! Girls! Live shows! Adult night club. Open till 2am. All licenses in place. Freestanding building. Long lease till 2029. Plenty of parking. Complete kitchen in operation. Stage, bar and private...

BFS-209557: Well Established Family Restaurant
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Other Florida (Port Charlotte)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,100,000)
Details: Selling due to Illness, this well established restaurant was totally renovated after Hurricane Charlie. Located on a main intersection in a fast growing area of SW Florida, this family restaurant seats...

BFS-209558: Towing Company w/Real Estate
Industry: Transportation & Warehousing // Towing Companies
Location: Florida (St Lucie County)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,752,908)
Details: This company does light, heavy, local & long distance towing 24/7. It has amongst its fleet of wreckers and flatbeds, two 75 ton Rotators. Most vehicles are late models and serviced on premises. They...

BFS-209559: Towing Company / Local & Long Distance
Industry: Transportation & Warehousing // Towing Companies
Location: Florida (St Lucie County)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,752,908)
Details: This company does light, heavy, local & long distance towing 24/7. It has amongst its fleet of wreckers and flatbeds two 75 ton Rotators ($850K additional owner financing). Most vehicles are late models...

BFS-209561: Easy To Run Ice Cream Shop
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Ice Cream Parlors
Location: Florida (Northwest Broward)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($102,174)
Details: It's a classic! Easy-to-run ice cream shop with a bright, friendly atmosphere. 40+ flavors, yogurt, mix-ins, smoothies, Italian ices, waffle cones, ice cream cakes, etc.! Located in shopping center with...

BFS-209562: New Hair Salon - Asset Sale - Low Downpayment
Industry: Personal Services // Beauty Parlors & Barbershops
Location: Florida (Broward County)
Sales: Not Applicable (Asset Sale)
Details: A non Beautician has just spent a lot of money setting up this beautiful salon & spa. She was let down by a friend who was to be the working partner. The shop consists of 5 styling stations, 2 pedi stations,...

BFS-209563: Wholesaler Of Quality PVC Fencing
Industry: Wholesale Trade // Other Wholesale Trade
Location: Florida (South Broward)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($827,168)
Details: Reason for Sale: Health. Calling all Turnaround specialists.15 yr old wholesaler of quality PVC fencing, decking & railing systems for Florida & surrounding states. Sales were soaring in 2006 at $3.2...

BFS-209399: Distributorship

Industry: Wholesale Trade // Other Wholesale Trade
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $2.5 Million And $5 Million ($3,997,653)
Details: One of the largest distributors of its kind in the United States, this business carries over 20 manufacturers lines of niche capital equipment, replacement parts and supplies. Established for 14 years,...

BFS-209419: Profitable Cosmetic Surgery Practice
Industry: Health Care // Medical Practices
Location: Other Florida (Palm Beach County)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,097,743)
Details: Profitable Cosmetic Surgery Practice in Palm Beach County, FL. Established over 20 years. Great reputation. Steady repeat client base. Beautifully appointed and equipped facility. On-site state certified...

BFS-209425: Deli Bagel Restaurant
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Tampa (Tampa)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($325,000)
Details: Look a this breakfast lunch deli style shop located where most of the more 3000 families are within walking or bike riding distance. Their specialty is bagels but they also serve salads, sandwiches,...

BFS-209431: Excellent Property Management Company in Kissimmee
Industry: Real Estate // Property Management
Location: Other Florida (Kissimmee)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($113,133)
Details: EXCELLENT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT company in the Kissimmee, Florida area. The business manages 10 different properties and provides for all the maintenance services required: pool, lawn, repairs, etc. This...

BFS-209437: Favorite Ice Creamf & Yogurt Cafe
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Coffee Shops & Cafes
Location: Florida (Palm Beach County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($438,000)
Details: There is only 1 business where customers walk in AND out with a smile on their face and this is it! One of S. Florida's favorite yogurt & ice cream cafes for almost 21 years. Owner works just 25 hours...

BFS-209450: Seeking Leveraged Buyout Partner
Industry: Business Services // Software Companies
Location: Orlando (Orlando)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million
Details: We are seeking a leveraged buyout partner for the acquisition of a leading CRM company. Business is currently on track to generate $1.3M in sales, $600,000 in EBITDA and growing at 30% year on year. This...

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Today's New Florida Businesses For Sale (Oct 27):

BFS-209399: Distributorship
Industry: Wholesale Trade // Other Wholesale Trade
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $2.5 Million And $5 Million ($3,997,653)
Details: One of the largest distributors of its kind in the United States, this business carries over 20 manufacturers lines of niche capital equipment, replacement parts and supplies. Established for 14 years,...

BFS-209419: Profitable Cosmetic Surgery Practice
Industry: Health Care // Medical Practices
Location: Other Florida (Palm Beach County)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,097,743)
Details: Profitable Cosmetic Surgery Practice in Palm Beach County, FL. Established over 20 years. Great reputation. Steady repeat client base. Beautifully appointed and equipped facility. On-site state certified...

BFS-209425: Deli Bagel Restaurant
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Tampa (Tampa)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($325,000)
Details: Look a this breakfast lunch deli style shop located where most of the more 3000 families are within walking or bike riding distance. Their specialty is bagels but they also serve salads, sandwiches,...

BFS-209431: Excellent Property Management Company in Kissimmee
Industry: Real Estate // Property Management
Location: Other Florida (Kissimmee)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($113,133)
Details: EXCELLENT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT company in the Kissimmee, Florida area. The business manages 10 different properties and provides for all the maintenance services required: pool, lawn, repairs, etc. This...

BFS-209437: Favorite Ice Creamf & Yogurt Cafe
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Coffee Shops & Cafes
Location: Florida (Palm Beach County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($438,000)
Details: There is only 1 business where customers walk in AND out with a smile on their face and this is it! One of S. Florida's favorite yogurt & ice cream cafes for almost 21 years. Owner works just 25 hours...

BFS-209450: Seeking Leveraged Buyout Partner
Industry: Business Services // Software Companies
Location: Orlando (Orlando)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million
Details: We are seeking a leveraged buyout partner for the acquisition of a leading CRM company. Business is currently on track to generate $1.3M in sales, $600,000 in EBITDA and growing at 30% year on year. This...

BFS-209127: Specialty Restaurant

Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($267,684)
Details: Great turnkey restaurant. Excellent food and reputation. Current owner does limited advertising, exceptional opportunity to grow the business. Close to University of North Florida with over 16k students....

BFS-209128: Auto Repair and Service Shop with Property
Industry: Personal Services // Auto Repair Shops
Location: Florida (Polk County)
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Own an auto repair shop that is located on one of the most travelled intersections in central Florida. The property is included in the sale and is valued at $460,000. The business has been here for...

BFS-209139: Busy Camera Store & Repair Center
Industry: Retail Trade // Electronics & Appliance Stores
Location: Florida (Broward County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($359,644)
Details: After 17 years in the same high-traffic shopping center, semi-absentee camera store owner is ready to retire. Store carries complete line of photo & video equipment and accessories and is an authorized...

BFS-209172: Casino Style Game Room-88Owned-12Leased Machines
Industry: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation // Gambling Casinos
Location: Florida (Martin County FL)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,527,750)
Details: Casino Style Game Room with 88 owned machines and 12 leased machines. This room has consistently been one of the best game rooms in Martin County. The room is tastefully decorated and well operated with...

BFS-209232: Performance Cheer and Dance Cosmetic Business
Industry: Retail Trade // Beauty Supply Stores
Location: Other Florida (Online)
Sales: Under $100 Thousand
Details: Web based sales of cosmetic grade glitters, shimmer powders, lipsticks, lip glosses, shimmer paints, eyeliners, mascaras, eye shadow bases, glitter stickers and much more...ranked regularly between 1...

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Help Business Acquisitions Meet Your Expectations

Finding a ready, willing and funded buyer is just the first step in selling your business.  Surviving due diligence and post-merger/acquisition integration is where the majority of deals end up as financial dissappointments or are fraught with other difficulties.  Putting the right team in place can help you avoid trouble and meet your pre-acquisition expectations.  According to a Bain & Company 2002 study, following are the root causes for why deals don't meet the buyer's expectations:

67% Ignored integration challenges
66% Overestimated synergies *
61% Problems integrating management teams
50% Due diligence failed to highlight key issues *
50% Target was dressed up for sale *
45% Insufficient strategic fit *
41% Market conditions changed
36% Doubts were pushed aside *
34% Caught up in the bidding process *
28% Lost focus on base business
26% Loss of customers

* Items that should be caught during due diligence.

Professional guidance is critical in any size merger or acquisition.  You need more than just a business broker or business intermediary on your side.  It is critical to have a CPA, attorney and an insurance advisor knowledgable about the industry you are active in.  In some cases, it may benefit you to hire a consultant and other experts to provide to you an expert's opinion.  If you are in the market to acquire a business, let me help you create the right team to complete the right acquisition and prevent post-acquisition dissappointments and dificulties.

Monday, October 25, 2010

Top Five Businesses Presently Being Searched By Buyers.

Per BusinessesForSale.com, the top five business types searched by buyers in the past 30 days are:

1. Manufacturing Businesses
2. Advertising and Marketing Businesses
3. Insurance Related Businesses
4. Medical Products Manufacturing Businesses
5. Construction Businesses

If you are in one of these industries, now is a good time to sell as buyers are highly active.  Call your FBX intermediary today!

New BBF Business for Sale Listings (Oct. 10-16):

Listing No. BBF-112400002

County Miami-Dade
Category Hair Salon
Price $295,000
Down $265,500
Adj Net $158,564
Sales $162,238

Listing No. BBF-13502615
County Palm Beach
Category Lawn Biz
Price $250,000
Down $50,000
Adj Net $146,580
Sales $360,000

Listing No. BBF-16407845
County Broward
Category Catering
Price $200,000
Down $200,000
Adj Net $103,377
Sales $354,928

Listing No. BBF-16410468
County Pasco
Category Hair Salon
Price $34,500
Down $34,500
Adj Net $60,000
Sales $136,000

Listing No. BBF-16411004
County Miami-Dade
Category Mfg-Doors/Partitions
Price $495,000
Down $495,000
Adj Net $92,113
Sales $932,783

Listing No. BBF-16411253
County Broward
Category Medical MD Practice
Price $210,000
Down $210,000
Adj Net $101,044
Sales $185,000

Listing No. BBF-16411358
County Broward
Category Internet Business
Price $575,000
Down $575,000
Adj Net $228,029
Sales $569,095

Listing No. BBF-16411372
County Broward
Category Tub Refinishing
Price $98,000
Down $50,000
Adj Net $56,101
Sales $162,277

Listing No. BBF-17018026
County Martin
Category Lawn Biz
Price $390,000
Down $390,000
Adj Net $123,678
Sales $383,259

Listing No. BBF-17018200
County Palm Beach
Category Go Carts Sales/Service
Price $225,000
Down $225,000
Adj Net $75,000
Sales $350,000

Listing No. BBF-18603206
County Palm Beach
Category Lawn Biz
Price $650,000
Down $142,000
Adj Net $241,871
Sales $956,054

Listing No. BBF-24900797
County Palm Beach
Category Italian Restaurant
Price $150,000
Down $75,000
Adj Net $73,843
Sales $285,000

Listing No. BBF-24900885
County Miami-Dade
Category Wholesale Pharmacy
Price $130,000
Down $130,000
Adj Net $200,774
Sales $754,629

Listing No. BBF-26402644
County Palm Beach
Category Office Bldg Restaurant
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $131,993
Sales $312,624

Listing No. BBF-26402648
County Palm Beach
Category Breakfast Lunch
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $131,993
Sales $312,624

Listing No. BBF-26402649
County Palm Beach
Category Gourmet Dining
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $131,993
Sales $312,624

Listing No. BBF-26402650
County Palm Beach
Category Sandwich Shop
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $131,993
Sales $312,624

Listing No. BBF-26402651
County Palm Beach
Category Gourmet Dining
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $131,993
Sales $312,624

Listing No. BBF-26402652
County Palm Beach
Category Cafe Type Eatery
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $131,993
Sales $312,624

Listing No. BBF-26402653
County Palm Beach
Category Sub Shop
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $131,993
Sales $312,624

Listing No. BBF-26402654
County Palm Beach
Category Catering
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $131,993
Sales $312,624

Listing No. BBF-26409602
County Broward
Category Gourmet Dining
Price $169,000
Down $32,320
Adj Net $70,646
Sales $250,978

Listing No. BBF-28700031
County Broward
Category Breakfast Lunch
Price $169,000
Down $169,000
Adj Net $98,539
Sales $299,880

Listing No. BBF-29001368
County Palm Beach
Category Italian Restaurant
Price $529,000
Down $350,000
Adj Net $251,867
Sales $939,406

Listing No. BBF-30330314
County Palm Beach
Category Sub Shop
Price $98,500
Down $75,000
Adj Net $60,000
Sales $271,676

Listing No. BBF-35010781
County Miami-Dade
Category Hair Salon/Day Spa
Price $250,000
Down $90,000
Adj Net $78,935
Sales $172,020

Listing No. BBF-35011049
County Miami-Dade
Category Food Est+Drive Thru
Price $220,000
Down $220,000
Adj Net $70,627
Sales $519,431

Listing No. BBF-35209163
County Indian River
Category Mfg-Silk Screen Products
Price $1,400,000
Down $200,000
Adj Net $194,538
Sales $691,867

Listing No. BBF-35209764
County Martin
Category Brew/Pub
Price $89,000
Down $50,000
Adj Net $72,000
Sales $414,794

Listing No. BBF-35210114
County Indian River
Category Mfg-Silk Screen Products
Price $725,000
Down $155,000
Adj Net $162,759
Sales $691,867

Listing No. BBF-39900019
County Broward
Category Specialty restaurant
Price $675,000
Down $400,000
Adj Net $222,791
Sales $791,085

Listing No. BBF-40901879
County Orange
Category Pool Service
Price $150,000
Down $100,000
Adj Net $80,905
Sales $179,544

Listing No. BBF-411020011
County Marion
Category Ethnic Restaurant
Price $148,000
Down $50,000
Adj Net $114,000
Sales $589,000

Listing No. BBF-41509314
County Brevard
Category Lawn Biz/Landscaping
Price $79,000
Down $79,000
Adj Net $90,020
Sales $156,480

Listing No. BBF-41509315
County Brevard
Category Lawn Biz Commercial
Price $79,000
Down $79,000
Adj Net $90,020
Sales $156,480

Listing No. BBF-41870021
County Seminole
Category Italian Restaurant
Price $475,000
Down $325,000
Adj Net $162,432
Sales $1,030,099

Listing No. BBF-43902128
County Polk
Category Liquor Nite Club
Price $175,000
Down $100,000
Adj Net $75,335
Sales $236,817

Listing No. BBF-43902161
County Orange
Category Liquor Bar Lounge
Price $800,000
Down $800,000
Adj Net $193,898
Sales $930,560

Listing No. BBF-43902163
County Seminole
Category American Restaurnt
Price $89,999
Down $89,999
Adj Net $75,000
Sales $300,000

Listing No. BBF-47810013
County Hernando
Category Ethnic Restaurant
Price $470,000
Down $470,000
Adj Net $105,000
Sales $245,000

Listing No. BBF-48404692
County Orange
Category Lawn Biz Residential
Price $635,000
Down $90,000
Adj Net $202,110
Sales $488,695

Listing No. BBF-52509525
County Brevard
Category Lawn Biz Commercial
Price $750,000
Down $187,500
Adj Net $254,178
Sales $793,542

Listing No. BBF-54903104
County Polk
Category Pool Service
Price $149,000
Down $149,000
Adj Net $64,786
Sales $173,408

Listing No. BBF-59605809
County Brevard
Category Mfg-Fabrication
Price $450,000
Down $450,000
Adj Net $107,730
Sales $335,083

Listing No. BBF-73000625
County Marion
Category Hair Salon/Day Spa
Price $600,000
Down $450,000
Adj Net $225,337
Sales $997,375

Listing No. BBF-73909329
County Clay
Category Mexican Restaurant
Price $195,000
Down $195,000
Adj Net $120,861
Sales $398,000

Listing No. BBF-74702919
County Hillsborough
Category Adult Entertainment
Price $595,000
Down $395,000
Adj Net $135,201
Sales $405,000

Listing No. BBF-74703078
County Volusia
Category Contractor A/C & Heating
Price $1,000,000
Down $1,000,000
Adj Net $384,125
Sales $1,946,711

Listing No. BBF-74703079
County Volusia
Category Contractor
Price $1,550,000
Down $1,550,000
Adj Net $427,475
Sales $1,946,711

Listing No. BBF-74703104
County Duval
Category Diner
Price $325,000
Down $175,000
Adj Net $51,492
Sales $903,857

Listing No. BBF-74703107
County Duval
Category Deli Restaurant
Price $110,000
Down $110,000
Adj Net $58,753
Sales $483,114

Listing No. BBF-75608123
County Duval
Category Non-Med Home Care
Price $520,000
Down $520,000
Adj Net $132,836
Sales $478,615

Listing No. BBF-75609059
County Duval
Category Skin and/or Massage
Price $205,000
Down $205,000
Adj Net $94,956
Sales $500,667

Listing No. BBF-75609085
County Duval
Category Restaurant/Mall
Price $125,000
Down $125,000
Adj Net $74,172
Sales $190,140

Listing No. BBF-81000305
County Pinellas
Category Deli Restaurant
Price $99,999
Down $30,000
Adj Net $61,389
Sales $120,021

Listing No. BBF-82682004
County Manatee
Category Lawn Biz Commercial
Price $225,000
Down $225,000
Adj Net $203,382
Sales $491,000

Listing No. BBF-84105960
County Polk
Category Breakfast Lunch
Price $250,000
Down $175,000
Adj Net $191,898
Sales $530,882

Listing No. BBF-87100146
County Hillsborough
Category Office Bldg Restaurant
Price $99,000
Down $99,000
Adj Net $81,780
Sales $294,000

Listing No. BBF-87100208
County Hillsborough
Category Office Bldg Restaurant
Price $99,000
Down $99,000
Adj Net $57,268
Sales $169,000

Listing No. BBF-87200011
County Polk
Category American Restaurant
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $87,901
Sales $656,530

Listing No. BBF-87200015
County Polk
Category Concession Stand
Price $170,000
Down $170,000
Adj Net $61,169
Sales $194,356

Listing No. BBF-87200018
County Polk
Category Sports Bar
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $87,901
Sales $656,530

Listing No. BBF-87200100
County Polk
Category Bar/Restaurant
Price $230,000
Down $230,000
Adj Net $87,901
Sales $656,530

Listing No. BBF-89001246
County Pinellas
Category Catering
Price $199,000
Down $199,000
Adj Net $192,853
Sales $730,192

Listing No. BBF-890707053
County Hillsborough
Category Contractor Roofing
Price $399,000
Down $150,000
Adj Net $225,545
Sales $1,000,572

Listing No. BBF-89206493
County Pasco
Category Physical Therapy
Price $499,999
Down $449,999
Adj Net $231,759
Sales $669,447

Listing No. BBF-892920156
County Hillsborough
Category Liquor Store
Price $99,950
Down $99,950
Adj Net $90,000
Sales $300,000

Listing No. BBF-89804216
County Hernando
Category Lawn Biz
Price $169,900
Down $169,900
Adj Net $70,313
Sales $91,641

Listing No. BBF-90405800
County Lee
Category Site Preparation
Price $1,950,000
Down $975,000
Adj Net $297,585
Sales $1,054,328

Listing No. BBF-90406059
County Charlotte
Category Contractor Electric
Price $1,500,000
Down $1,500,000
Adj Net $495,374
Sales $6,007,410

Listing No. BBF-90714100
County Lee
Category Italian Restaurant
Price $245,000
Down $145,000
Adj Net $120,000
Sales $575,000

Listing No. BBF-91702108
County Charlotte
Category Pool Service
Price $235,000
Down $235,000
Adj Net $74,537
Sales $642,354

Listing No. BBF-92403315
County Collier
Category Pizza Shop
Price $250,000
Down $125,000
Adj Net $104,766
Sales $453,543

Listing No. BBF-92406108
County Charlotte
Category American Restaurant
Price $380,000
Down $180,000
Adj Net $150,000
Sales $1,100,000

Listing No. BBF-92406111
County Collier
Category Breakfast Lunch
Price $165,000
Down $165,000
Adj Net $80,000
Sales $600,000

Saturday, October 23, 2010

Today's New Florida Businesses For Sale (Oct. 23):

BFS-208973: Excellent Opportunity...Unique Trailer Sales

Industry: Retail Trade // Other Retail Trade
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,130,000)
Details: Exclusive opportunity to sell state of the art, lightweight trailers in the US that can be pulled by the smallest of vehicles. Already wildly popular abroad, this concept is new in the US, but the hard...

BFS-208980: Distributor Drink Ware Cruise Lines
Industry: Wholesale Trade // Other Wholesale Trade
Location: Florida (Palm Beach County)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,630,000)
Details: This Marketing Company is a home based Wholesale Distributor / Manufactures Representative selling Glass & Plastic Drink Ware (manufactured in China) primarily to the Cruise Industry in South Florida....

BFS-208985: Turn-Key Seminar & Lead Generation Marketing
Industry: Business Services // Advertising & Marketing Services
Location: Other Florida (Florida)
Sales: Between $2.5 Million And $5 Million ($4,000,000)
Details: • Cash Based Business: Due to the industries business model, customers pay in advance for services. By receiving payment in advance and paying suppliers when orders are placed, sales are quickly converted...

BFS-208989: Hardware Wholesaler
Industry: Wholesale Trade // Other Wholesale Trade
Location: Florida
Sales: Between $5 Million And $10 Million
Details: Innovative established hardware wholesaler. Selling from an urban location in Florida and also in one country in Latin America. Excellent track record of growth and cash flow and room to grow by duplicating...

BFS-208991: Hookah Lounge
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Bars & Taverns
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($180,000)
Details: Growing Hookah Lounge Business - This beautifully decorated refuge offers a great eclectic mix and a perfect place to come by to relax, chill out, meet friends after work, and have a great time. Recently...

BFS-208993: Premier Raw Bar
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Other Florida (Ft. Pierce)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($450,000)
Details: This 22 year concept is still one of the local's first choices of dining. With a competitive menu and the best selection in town, this is the area's premier seafood/raw bar spot. Long time employees tell...

BFS-208998: Vintage Clothing Store
Industry: Retail Trade // Clothing & Accessory Stores
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($211,325)
Details: Unbelievably low overhead translates to a highly profitable business model! Trendy, fun shopping area houses this fantastic vintage clothing store. Make this turn-key concept your own, or choose to...

BFS-208804: Profitable Heating/AC with Property

Industry: Construction // Heating, Ventilation & Cooling (HVAC) Contractors
Location: Florida (Port Orange)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,946,711)
Details: Long established, consistently profitable HVAC business. Great mix of business from commercial new construction to service/replacement in high-value residential, including a solid base extended warranty...

BFS-208819: Commercial Restaurant Cleaning
Industry: Business Services // Janitorial Services
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($139,967)
Details: Growing and profitable business serving commercial accounts. Services include restaurant hood exhaust grease cleaning and pressure washing. Great list of corporate customers on a regular cleaning schedule....

BFS-208824: Highly Successful Gastroenterology Practice SW FL
Industry: Health Care // Medical Practices
Location: Florida
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($816,505)
Details: Exceptional Opportunity for a Gastroenterologists performing EGDs and Colonoscopies. 6,400 active patients with appr. 110 new patients per month. Very well respected Gastroenterologist plans his retirement...

BFS-208837: Property Management Near Disney For Sale
Industry: Real Estate // Property Management
Location: Orlando (Osceola County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($184,792)
Details: Award-winning property management company in Kissimmee. 30 accounts and high customer retention rate. Guest base is approximately 70% UK/Europe and 30% US/Canada/Brazil. Those in the business know that...

BFS-208842: Adult Night Club
Industry: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation // Other Arts, Entertainment & Amusement Businesses
Location: Florida (Broward County)
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Girls! Girls! Girls! Live shows! Adult night club. Open till 2am. All licenses in place. Freestanding building. Long lease till 2029. Plenty of parking. Complete kitchen in operation. Stage, bar and private...

BFS-208844: Restaurant in Busy Plaza
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Other Florida (Ft. Pierce)
Sales: Not Applicable (Asset Sale)
Details: Located in one of the busiest plazas on US1 in Ft. Pierce. Many anchor retailers, family entertainment, plaza busy every day, all day. This has been a hospitality location for over 30 years. It's a local...

BFS-208845: Cozy and Very Busy Deli
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Fast Food Restaurants
Location: Miami (Miami)
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Well established cozy and very busy deli, coffee shop serving breakfast & lunch only located in Coral Gables. Easy to run and manage. 5 days a week. No Weekends. Low rent. Sold as an Asset Sale, but open...

BFS-208851: Baked Goods Manufacturer/Supplier
Industry: Wholesale Trade // Food Distributors
Location: Miami (Miami)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($500,000)
Details: Est. for 40 years, this baked goods manufacturer (with trademarks) supplies a wide variety of food service distributors e.g Sysco, US Food, GFS selling to national/local businesses. This is a very stable...

BFS-208855: Newly Built Burger Joint
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Fast Food Restaurants
Location: Miami (Miami)
Sales: Not Applicable (Asset Sale)
Details: Newly built Burger Joint with everything in brand new condition, located on main tourist destination with plenty of pedestrian traffic flow. Currently there is no heavy advertising being done at this...

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Today's New Florida Businesses For Sale (Oct. 21):

BFS-208500: Direct Mail Franchise Opportunity

Industry: Business Services // Advertising & Marketing Services
Location: Florida (Escambia County)
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: We are a nationwide network of over 125 franchises in the U.S. & Canada. We provide "Direct Mail to the Upscale". Our franchisees provide trackable, quick response leads and high quality 4-color postcards...

BFS-208501: Unique Restaurant
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($198,750)
Details: Great location for any venue, this unique restaurant serves only the finest and freshest health-conscious food. Open 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch with a very popular Sunday brunch. Lots of...

BFS-208506: Profitable Restaurant in Sarasota Florida
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Other Florida (Sarasota)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($240,000)
Details: Drive through restaurant in Sarasota Florida. Owner nets $120,000 per year and is asking only $220,000 for the restaurant. All equipment and assets come with the business....

BFS-208510: High Speed Golf Cart Motor Machine Shop
Industry: Manufacturing // Machine Shops
Location: Florida (Polk County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($100,000)
Details: Very business machine shop building high speed motors for any make and model golf carts. Business has a very large client base and many more would like to have this product. Because of the age and health...

BFS-208512: Established Insulation Company For Sale
Industry: Construction // Special Trades
Location: Florida
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($618,531)
Details: This is one of the Northeast Florida's top insulation companies. Independently owned and locally operated. This company has been established for over 23 years with a sterling reputation for service, quality...

BFS-208527: Consistenly Profitable HVAC Business
Industry: Construction // Heating, Ventilation & Cooling (HVAC) Contractors
Location: Florida (Port Orange)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,946,711)
Details: Long established, consistently profitable HVAC business. Great mix of business from commercial new construction to service/replacement in high-value residential, including a solid base extended warranty...

BFS-208528: Custom Creative Screen Print Shop
Industry: Retail Trade // Clothing & Accessory Stores
Location: Florida (Indian River County)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($691,867)
Details: Custom creative screen print shop. Leading edge design & production for surf styles. Print garments, small signs and surf board laminates. Customers include a variety of company types, schools, trade...

BFS-208531: Cute Little Italian Cafe
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Miami (Miami)
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Cute Little Italian Cafe is a Gem. Rated # 2 on Trip Advisor of 429 Restaurants on Miami Beach. This quaint cafe is well located on Collins Avenue in the heart of Miami Beach near many Condo's and Hotels....

BFS-208534: Adult Store/Sexy Boutique
Industry: Retail Trade // Clothing & Accessory Stores
Location: Miami (Miami)
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Great opportunity to own this top of the line Adult Store/Sexy Boutique featuring adult dvd's sales, lotions, lingerie, novelties, dance costumes, toys, party gifts, etc. Prime location in high traffic...

BFS-208499: Direct Mail Franchise Opportunity

Industry: Business Services // Advertising & Marketing Services
Location: Florida (Orange County)
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: We are a nationwide network of over 125 franchises in the U.S. & Canada. We provide "Direct Mail to the Upscale". Our franchisees provide trackable, quick response leads and high quality 4-color postcards...

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Today's New Florida Businesses For Sale (Oct. 19):

BFS-208174: Companionship Meeting Arranger

Industry: Business Services // Other Business Service Businesses
Location: Florida (Broward County)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($2,000,000)
Details: Business arranges companionship meetings. The call -in center is operational 24/7. They send escorts to locations in Broward and Dade County. Included in the assets are phone and security system and office...

BFS-208177: Manufacturer of Wood Products
Industry: Manufacturing // Other Manufacturing
Location: Miami (Miami)
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Manufacture of Fine crafted wood products. Biz offers hand-crafted woodworks for all-wood kitchen, bath, closet, libraries, remodeling, etc. State-of-the-art equipment. This is an on-going business, open...

BFS-208199: Shutter, Shade & Blind Manufacturer
Industry: Manufacturing // Other Manufacturing
Location: Other Florida (Myrtle Beach)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,097,558)
Details: Manufacturing and selling its own products provides this shutter, shade and blind company the opportunity to control quality as well as lead times. From start up, the owners have focused on quality and...

BFS-208278: Niche Performance Repair Shop
Industry: Personal Services // Auto Repair Shops
Location: Florida (Broward County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($450,446)
Details: Owner’s relocation provides a unique opportunity to purchase a niche performance restoration & repair shop located at the same high traffic location for 18 years. This 3,500sf immaculate shop is fully...

BFS-208279: Home Improvements Company
Industry: Construction // General Contractors
Location: Florida
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Reason for Sale: Seller wants to qualify a new GC company-Seller will qualify your company with his certified state of Florida GC license. Call broker for license # . Great seller finance terms with only...

Monday, October 18, 2010

Today's New Florida Businesses For Sale (Oct. 18):

BFS-208163: Tutoring Franchise

Industry: Personal Services // Tutoring Services
Location: Other Florida (Lee County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($419,638)
Details: This franchise is the industry leader and a nationally known provider of supplemental education. Backed by outstanding marketing and operating systems, franchisees are trained and prepared to provide...

BFS-208172: Always Busy Diner
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($903,857)
Details: ALWAYS BUSY & STILL GROWING! A long-established all American diner and catering business located on a major street with a strong/loyal customer base. Time for current owner to scale back. Sales are up...

BFS-208174: Companionship Meeting Arranger
Industry: Business Services // Other Business Service Businesses
Location: Florida (Broward County)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($2,000,000)
Details: Business arranges companionship meetings. The call -in center is operational 24/7. They send escorts to locations in Broward and Dade County. Included in the assets are phone and security system and office...

BFS-208177: Manufacturer of Wood Products
Industry: Manufacturing // Other Manufacturing
Location: Miami (Miami)
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Manufacture of Fine crafted wood products. Biz offers hand-crafted woodworks for all-wood kitchen, bath, closet, libraries, remodeling, etc. State-of-the-art equipment. This is an on-going business, open...

BFS-208199: Shutter, Shade & Blind Manufacturer
Industry: Manufacturing // Other Manufacturing
Location: Other Florida (Myrtle Beach)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,097,558)
Details: Manufacturing and selling its own products provides this shutter, shade and blind company the opportunity to control quality as well as lead times. From start up, the owners have focused on quality and...

BFS-208002: Home Health Agency in Dade (AHCA 11) & Broward

Industry: Health Care // Home Health Care Services
Location: Miami (Weston)
Sales: Between $2.5 Million And $5 Million ($2,675,000)
Details: In 2002, the agency opened in Miami-Dade (AHCA Region 11). The agency is Medicare/Medicaid certified and accredited by Community Health Accreditation Programs (CHAPS) since October 2009. Shortly after,...

BFS-208006: Full Service Landscape Company / Florida
Industry: Construction // Landscaping Contractors
Location: Florida (Florida)
Sales: Between $10 Million And $25 Million ($11,000,000)
Details: The company is a prominent full service landscaping company that provides design, build, and maintenance services in the Central West Coast of Florida. The company's capabilities range from landscape...

BFS-208015: Successful Fitness Club
Industry: Personal Services // Health Clubs, Tanning Salons, & Spas
Location: Other Florida (St Augustine)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($650,000)
Details: Successful 10,000 sq ft fitness center with over 1300 members for sale. This very successful fitness center has been in operation for over 26 years. It has the best reputation in the area for customer...

BFS-208018: Profitable Biz to Biz Internet Business
Industry: Information & Communications // Online Information Services
Location: Florida (South Florida)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($569,095)
Details: Profitable Biz to Biz Internet business that serves as a moving directory for quotes on many different moving services (truck rental-Penske, U-Pack they drive, auto transport, self storage, overseas shipping,...

BFS-208029: Print Media/Advertising
Industry: Business Services // Advertising & Marketing Services
Location: Other Florida (Sarasota)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($267,508)
Details: Established, Reputable Publishing Company of Community Directories and Newsletters for Sarasota and Pinellas County. Stable, Repeat business that can easily be relocated to Pinellas or stay in Sarasota....

BFS-208039: Advertising/Graphic Design
Industry: Business Services // Advertising & Marketing Services
Location: Florida (Pinellas County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($219,885)
Details: Become Part Of Exciting New Technology In a Multi-Billion Dollar Industry!! State of the art, high resolution apparel dye printing. NO screenprinting, iron ons. Fullcolor and ecofriendly. Dedicated local...

Sunday, October 17, 2010

It Is A Good Time To Sell Your Business

Over the past three plus years we have seen either recession or minimal growth. There have been fewer businesses buyers and far too many businesses with poor results.  It just has been a difficult time to sell a business.

However, since the start of 2010, the economy has stabilized and begun to emerge from the recession.  With greater stability, more buyers have been entering the market, looking for solid, profitable businesses to acquire.  With the impending election two weeks away, expect more certainty, thus even more stability in the market.  More stability will bring even more buyers to the market.

“There are just few solid, profitable businesses to acquire right now due to the continuing mediocre economy.  It is very much a sellers’ market as a large number of buyers have re-entered the market and are now competing for the few good businesses,” says Eric Gall, Regional Vice President, FBX Advisors - Fort Myers-Naples and Business Intermediary at Florida Business Exchange, Inc..

Demand for businesses is increasing due to:

• Corporate Acquisition:  Recessions require companies to cut costs, consolidate operations, strengthen balance sheets and hold onto cash. Once the economy begins to emerge from the recession, a company's focus shifts to growth and the acquisition process begins.

• Individual Acquisition:  When an economy begins to move from recession to growth, buyers’ will look at a business's potential for growth and evaluate the opportunity accordingly.


• Low Cost of Capital:  Interest rates are at historically low levels in order to stimulate growth. These rates should remain low until inflationary pressure increases them. Low interest rates make the cost of acquisitions very attractive relative to the cost of funding them.

Factors indicating this is a good time to sell are:

• Shortage of Solid, Profitable Businesses:  Certain businesses have done well in spite of the recession. Businesses listed for sale after a period of good results tend to get the best price as determined by a multiple of earnings.

• Shortage of Properly Priced Businesses:  Businesses typically sell at or near historical multiples of revenue and earnings. The multiples of BBF listed companies are currently at high levels and frankly, I believe many are far too high.  A properly priced business becomes instantly very attractive in the present market.

• Stronger Multiples:  Profits are generally lower during or immediately after a recession. Buyers expect to pay slightly higher multiples expecting profits to increase. Therefore, a company’s whose profits have maintained or returned to a healthy level, are very attractive.

Says Gall: “There is definitely a great ‘window of opportunity’ to sell a business right now, as buyers are prepared to pay a premium for a solid, profitable business. We have seen a significant increase in the number of motivated buyers entering the market this year. There is also added incentive for sellers to complete transactions prior to year-end to take advantage of the low capital gains tax rate set to expire. Strong demand and motivated sellers should lead to a very active 4th quarter of 2010.”

Friday, October 15, 2010

Today's New Florida Businesses For Sale (Oct 15):

BFS-207781: Gourmet Deli

Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Fast Food Restaurants
Location: Florida
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million
Details: Located in Wellington FL servind a fine equestrian comunity since 2004....

BFS-207797: Medical Staffing Business
Industry: Health Care // Nursing Services
Location: Florida (Palm Beach County +)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($650,000)
Details: Business staffs for Physical Thearpy, Occupational Thearpy, and Speech Thearpy. The client base is from Vero Beach to Northern Broward County. Established for 6 years with a good strong base of clients,...

BFS-207799: Dog Daycare and Boarding
Industry: Personal Services // Pet Grooming & Boarding
Location: Florida (Martin County Florida)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($321,213)
Details: Established (6 years) Dog Day Care and Luxury Boarding business. Forty-one overnight suites. Large open play areas housed in fully air conditioned and sprinklered 6,000 sq. ft. building. Custom built-out...

BFS-207862: Occup, Physical & Speech Therapy
Industry: Health Care // Speech Therapy Practices
Location: Florida (Pasco County)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($669,447)
Details: Provides occupational, physical, and speech-language therapy services to infants, toddlers and children ages birth through 21. This authorized Medicaid service provider with two prime locations, has strong...

BFS-207879: Medical Spa
Industry: Personal Services // Health Clubs, Tanning Salons, & Spas
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($925,000)
Details: Million-dollar business needs an owner-operator to take it to the next level. State-of-the-art franchise that focuses on treating the physical & aesthetic needs of the entire body. Body fat is removed...

BFS-207882: Western Orlando Dry Cleaning & Laundry Services
Industry: Personal Services // Dry Cleaning & Laundry Services
Location: Orlando (Western Orland, FL)
Sales: Under $100 Thousand ($50,000)
Details: This franchises purpose is to Provide High Quality Dry Cleaning and Laundry Service. Their goal is to provide you with the highest quality garment cleaning, tailoring and shoe services available. This...

Thursday, October 14, 2010

How to Buy a Restaurant for Sale – Tips and Considerations

How to Buy a Restaurant for Sale – Tips and Considerations

Today's New Florida Businesses For Sale (Oct 14):

BFS-207781: Gourmet Deli
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Fast Food Restaurants
Location: Florida
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million
Details: Located in Wellington FL servind a fine equestrian comunity since 2004....

BFS-207797: Medical Staffing Business
Industry: Health Care // Nursing Services
Location: Florida (Palm Beach County +)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($650,000)
Details: Business staffs for Physical Thearpy, Occupational Thearpy, and Speech Thearpy. The client base is from Vero Beach to Northern Broward County. Established for 6 years with a good strong base of clients,...

BFS-207799: Dog Daycare and Boarding
Industry: Personal Services // Pet Grooming & Boarding
Location: Florida (Martin County Florida)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($321,213)
Details: Established (6 years) Dog Day Care and Luxury Boarding business. Forty-one overnight suites. Large open play areas housed in fully air conditioned and sprinklered 6,000 sq. ft. building. Custom built-out...

BFS-207862: Occup, Physical & Speech Therapy
Industry: Health Care // Speech Therapy Practices
Location: Florida (Pasco County)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($669,447)
Details: Provides occupational, physical, and speech-language therapy services to infants, toddlers and children ages birth through 21. This authorized Medicaid service provider with two prime locations, has strong...

BFS-207879: Medical Spa
Industry: Personal Services // Health Clubs, Tanning Salons, & Spas
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($925,000)
Details: Million-dollar business needs an owner-operator to take it to the next level. State-of-the-art franchise that focuses on treating the physical & aesthetic needs of the entire body. Body fat is removed...

BFS-207882: Western Orlando Dry Cleaning & Laundry Services
Industry: Personal Services // Dry Cleaning & Laundry Services
Location: Orlando (Western Orland, FL)
Sales: Under $100 Thousand ($50,000)
Details: This franchises purpose is to Provide High Quality Dry Cleaning and Laundry Service. Their goal is to provide you with the highest quality garment cleaning, tailoring and shoe services available. This...

BFS-207701: Bathroom Refinishing Biz
Industry: Construction // Special Trades
Location: Florida (Broward County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($162,277)
Details: 24 year old home based business provides a service that refinishes bathroom & kitchen tubs, sinks, countertops, tile surfaces & vanities (70%) and refacing of existing kitchen cabinets & doors (30%)....

BFS-207704: Italian Restaurant
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville Beaches Area)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($700,000)
Details: Beautiful Build out in desirable beaches area. Full Bar and reputation for great food makes this restaurant one of a kind in this area. Purchase the business alone or along with a second location (ref#...

BFS-207731: Family Friendly Italian Cafe
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Jacksonville (Jacksonville)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($900,000)
Details: Family oriented Italian restuarant in convenient Southside location. Strong lunch business draws business people, nearby theater generates dinner and weekends. Full bar, great food and menu. Purchase...

BFS-207736: Established Lead Generation Site for Construction
Industry: Information & Communications // Online Information Services
Location: Fort Lauderdale (Palm Beach County, FL)
Sales: Under $100 Thousand ($60,263)
Details: This Lead Generation Site manages a proprietary technology which matches consumers (such as homeowners, commercial property managers and realtors) with local home service professionals in real time, addressing...

BFS-207743: Coin Laundry & Dry Cleaning Dropoff
Industry: Personal Services // Dry Cleaning & Laundry Services
Location: Florida (Sarasota County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($150,000)
Details: All cash business. Established 30+ year Coin Laundry & Drop off center offering Wash, Dry, Fold and Dry Cleaning Services. Great Shopping Plaza location with ample parking. Has 6 Dexter top loaders, 16...

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Gallup Poll: Nearly 50% of business owners are putting off retirement due to the economy.

According to a recent Gallup poll, nearly 50% of all business owners are putting off retirement due to the present economy.  There has never been a more critical time for business owners to develop their exit plan.  I am working on putting together a few events in Southwest Florida over the next six months that will be extremely valuable for business owners to attend if they are contemplating exiting in the next 2 to 10 years.  Feel free to call or email me with your interest and I'll put you on my invite list:  239-405-8818 or eric@buysellflbiz.com.

http://www.gallup.com/poll/143351/nearly-half-small-business-owners-may-retire.aspx?goback=%2Egde_145170_member_31923541

Monday, October 11, 2010

The week's new Business Brokers of Florida listings (10/3-10/9):

Listing Number; Location; Business Type; Price; Down Payment; Owner Benefit; Sales


BBF-112700002; Palm Beach, Florida USA; Medical Equipment; 400,000; 400,000; 185,240; 493,198
BBF-112700003; Broward, Florida USA; Contractor A/C & Heating; 175,000; 175,000; 76,144; 159,858
BBF-112700006; Miami-Dade, Florida USA; Medical-MRI; 1,100,000; 1,100,000; 452,812; 1,142,222
BBF-13407437; Palm Beach, Florida USA; Bounce Houses; 100,000; 75,000; 74,609; 166,699
BBF-13407438; Martin, Florida USA; Bounce Houses; 100,000; 75,000; 74,609; 166,699
BBF-13407439; Saint Lucie, Florida USA; Bounce Houses; 100,000; 75,000; 74,609; 166,699
BBF-16409597; Hendry, Florida USA; Mfg-Chemicals; 1,795,000; 483,000; 411,995; 1,632,036
BBF-16410431; Broward, Florida USA; Bar/Restaurant; 325,000; 185,000; 82,847; 359,337
BBF-16410732; Miami-Dade, Florida USA; Mfg-Wood Products; 250,000; 250,000; 65,442; 461,469
BBF-16411358; Broward, Florida USA; Internet Business; 575,000; 575,000; 228,029; 569,095
BBF-16411362; Palm Beach, Florida USA; Seafood Restaurant; 375,000; 375,000; 150,642; 795,000
BBF-16411363; Palm Beach, Florida USA; American Restaurant; 375,000; 375,000; 150,642; 795,000
BBF-16411372; Broward, Florida USA; Tub Refinishing; 98,000; 50,000; 60,120; 162,277
BBF-17007308; Palm Beach, Florida USA; Mfg-Marine Products; 1,495,000; 1,495,000; 398,042; 2,168,405
BBF-17008108; Indian River, Florida USA; Pizza Shop; 85,000; 50,000; 112,900; 338,000
BBF-17008109; Indian River, Florida USA; Italian Restaurant; 85,000; 50,000; 112,900; 338,000
BBF-17008110; Palm Beach, Florida USA; Hair Salon; 75,000; 60,000; 71,800; 110,000
BBF-17018013; Saint Lucie, Florida USA; Mfg-A/C & Heat Products; 399,000; 399,000; 207,000; 423,000
BBF-17018194; Saint Lucie, Florida USA; Italian Restaurant; 219,000; 219,000; 100,000; 500,000
BBF-24900819; Miami-Dade, Florida USA; Mfg-Silk Screen Products; 1,500,000; 400,000; 240,000; 500,000
BBF-24900882; Miami-Dade, Florida USA; Physical Therapy; 990,000; 690,000; 483,107; 1,657,659
BBF-26402410; Broward, Florida USA; Lawn Biz Commercial; 650,000; 650,000; 269,521; 300,000
BBF-29001344; Broward, Florida USA; Mfg-Machine Shop; 370,000; 250,000; 149,922; 281,625
BBF-29001392; Palm Beach, Florida USA; Lounge & Package Store; 250,000; 150,000; 180,000; 750,000
BBF-32220101; Broward, Florida USA; Italian Restaurant; 399,000; 399,000; 191,961; 1,262,728
BBF-35011331; Miami-Dade, Florida USA; Liquor Package Store; 550,000; 550,000; 153,359; 1,180,948
BBF-35211307; Palm Beach, Florida USA; Medical Equipment; 125,000; 125,000; 66,152; 245,440
BBF-40001466; Orange, Florida USA; Pool Service; 115,000; 80,000; 87,661; 118,522
BBF-40901883; Lake, Florida USA; Bar/Restaurant; 1,200,000; 1,200,000; 235,758; 1,448,175
BBF-410608139; Orange, Florida USA; Unborn Imaging; 125,000; 100,000; 65,608; 117,008
BBF-411020011; Marion, Florida USA; Ethnic Restaurant; 168,000; 50,000; 114,000; 589,000
BBF-41503054; Brevard, Florida USA; Bar/Restaurant; 475,000; 475,000; 128,258; 1,400,000
BBF-41503057; Brevard, Florida USA; Beer/Wine Bar; 185,000; 185,000; 79,000; 295,000
BBF-41507242; Brevard, Florida USA; American Restaurant; 475,000; 475,000; 128,258; 1,400,000
BBF-43902150; Seminole, Florida USA; Lawn Biz Residential; 250,000; 250,000; 124,608; 464,458
BBF-43902161; Orange, Florida USA; Liquor Bar/Lounge; 950,000; 950,000; 193,898; 930,560
BBF-43902162; Orange, Florida USA; Sub Shop; 175,000; 125,000; 72,583; 440,196
BBF-44504119; Indian River, Florida USA; Liquor Package Store; 479,000; 479,000; 101,133; 701,987
BBF-46710173; Osceola, Florida USA; Lawn Biz Residential; 145,000; 145,000; 63,127; 165,171
BBF-59800007; Orange, Florida USA; Lawn Equipment Sales; 625,000; 350,000; 224,000; 1,250,000
BBF-59800008; Orange, Florida USA; Lawn Equipment Sales; 1,750,000; 900,000; 224,000; 1,250,000
BBF-71805995; Leon, Florida USA; Specialty Restaurant; 79,500; 79,500; 57,478; 283,697
BBF-71806484; Leon, Florida USA; Fast Casual; 79,500; 79,500; 57,478; 283,697
BBF-74703080; Clay, Florida USA; Liquor Package Store; 155,000; 155,000; 52,376; 330,246
BBF-74703097; Duval, Florida USA; Italian Restaurant; 299,000; 150,000; 226,276; 700,000
BBF-74703098; Duval, Florida USA; Italian Restaurant; 399,000; 150,000; 252,094; 900,000
BBF-81000353; Pinellas, Florida USA; Pool Service; 75,000; 75,000; 50,770; 61,770
BBF-81000356; Pinellas, Florida USA; Pizza Shop; 25,000; 25,000; 55,000; 180,000
BBF-84366888; Pinellas, Florida USA; Sports Bar; 325,000; 250,000; 100,761; 970,122
BBF-87100146; Hillsborough, Florida USA; Office Bldg Restaurant; 85,000; 85,000; 81,780; 294,000
BBF-89008803; Manatee, Florida USA; Pizza Shop; 139,000; 125,000; 63,000; 290,000
BBF-89008804; Sarasota, Florida USA; Italian Restaurant; 139,000; 125,000; 63,000; 290,000
BBF-890700926; Hillsborough, Florida USA; Gourmet Dining; 229,000; 160,000; 94,840; 304,000
BBF-890806229; Hillsborough, Florida USA; Diner; 79,000; 79,000; 73,428; 279,852
BBF-89205924; Pinellas, Florida USA; Breakfast Lunch; 155,000; 155,000; 73,996; 255,150
BBF-89206447; Pinellas, Florida USA; Medical Equipment; 350,000; 350,000; 124,082; 408,337
BBF-90405741; Charlotte, Florida USA; Contractor Pool; 575,000; 575,000; 311,951; 1,719,301
BBF-90406069; Collier, Florida USA; Lawn Biz Commercial; 595,000; 160,000; 234,133; 992,982
BBF-90406096; Charlotte, Florida USA; Contractor Drywall; 160,000; 80,000; 96,575; 600,214
BBF-90790329; Lee, Florida USA; Italian Restaurant; 180,000; 180,000; 93,000; 550,000
BBF-92401146; Hillsborough, Florida USA; Latin Restaurant; 599,000; 399,000; 332,074; 1,311,925
BBF-94700774; Collier, Florida USA; Liquor Bar/Lounge; 324,900; 324,900; 120,000; 521,243
BBF-95095012; Lee, Florida USA; Internet/Online Service; 50,000; 35,000; 88,200; 113,500

Sunday, October 10, 2010

Today's New Florida Businesses For Sale (Oct 10):

BFS-207311: Commercial Pool Service Route for Sale

Industry: Personal Services // Pool Service & Maintenance
Location: Orlando (Orlando)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($118,522 )
Details: Commercial pool cleaning business servicing apartment complexes and condominiums in the Orlando area. The route handles 19 pools in all located in 12 different communities. Pools are serviced 3 times...

BFS-207312: Family Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Orlando
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Pizza Restaurants
Location: Orlando (Orlando)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($638,899)
Details: Pizza restaurant for sale in Orlando, Florida. This business for sale has a great reputation in the area for great food and a fun atmosphere. The food is consistent and the sales are also consistent....

BFS-207313: Fed Ex Commercial Route for Sale in Orlando
Industry: Transportation & Warehousing // Courier & Messenger Services
Location: Orlando (Orlando)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($149,500)
Details: Fed Ex route for sale in Orlando, Florida. The route specializes in large pick ups. Route uses two Semi Tractor Trailers to pick up large loads 5 days a week in the Orlando area. All of the pick ups are...

BFS-207314: Medical Spa and Hair Salon for Sale Orlando
Industry: Personal Services // Beauty Parlors & Barbershops
Location: Orlando (Orlando)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand
Details: Exclusive hair salon and medical spa complete with an elegant atmosphere and French inspired decor. Patrons enter into a luxurious lounge where they are offered coffee and wine out of crystal glasses...

BFS-207316: Leading Spa Franchise in Orlando for sale
Industry: Personal Services // Health Clubs, Tanning Salons, & Spas
Location: Orlando (Orlando)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand
Details: Leading Spa franchise located in busy, upscale community. Wide range of services including Teeth Whitening, Hydro-Derma Fusion, Hydro-Massage, UV Therapy, UV Free Mystic Spray Tan, Luminous Facial. At...

BFS-207317: Great Yogurt Shop
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Ice Cream Parlors
Location: Florida (Palm Beach County)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($401,500)
Details: Could this be the #1 ice cream & yogurt shop in S. Florida? One of the industry's top experts in designing, building & operating fabulously successful retail ice cream shops has decided to move on to...

BFS-207322: Lawn & Landscape Biz
Industry: Personal Services // Landscaping, Lawn Care & Tree Services
Location: Other Florida (St Augustine)
Sales: Under $100 Thousand ($83,000)
Details: Well established lawn maintenence business in St Augustine Floida. In business for over 26 years this respected company is the perfect addition to an existing company or a new owner looking for a profitable...

BFS-207323: Successful Community Retail Tire Store &Automotive
Industry: Personal Services // Auto Repair Shops
Location: Other Florida (Gainesville Area)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,076,966)
Details: Successful Retail Tire & Automotive Service Shop . In addition to tire and retail sales they do complete lines of repair from turn signals to motor replacements. The facility is located in a growing suburb...

BFS-207328: Chinese Restaurant
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Restaurants
Location: Other Florida
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,200,000)
Details: This is a 17 yrs established gourmet chinese restaurant that serves a wide array of chinese food including chow-mein, seafood, meats, poultry, fried rice, and dumplings dishes. Restaurant seats 90 patrons,...

Saturday, October 9, 2010

Today's New Florida Businesses For Sale (Oct 9):

BFS-207135: Spray Foam Insulation Business For Sale

Industry: Construction // Special Trades
Location: Other Florida (South Florida)
Sales: Between $1 Million And $2.5 Million ($1,500,000)
Details: The company provides Icynene Insulation and conventional Insulation (market, schedule and install) to homes and commercial buildings to provide a “LEED” qualified insulation system that improves the sound,...

BFS-207137: 24 Yrs Est Auto Body/Paint Shop
Industry: Personal Services // Auto Body Shops
Location: Other Florida (Palm Beach County, FL)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($100,000)
Details: This is a 24 years established auto body/paint shop in the same location in a very upscale and suburban part of Palm Beach County. The community which it serves is no longer giving auto body shop licenses...

BFS-207155: Profitable Educational Strategies & Products
Industry: Business Services // Other Business Service Businesses
Location: Florida (Central Florida)
Sales: Not Disclosed
Details: Successful Profitable Educational Strategies & Products For sale For $495,000! This is a company that no longer operates due to health reasons but has tremendous potential considering the current climate....

BFS-207157: Successful After School Learning Program
Industry: Personal Services // Tutoring Services
Location: Other Florida (Port St. Lucie)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($138,552)
Details: Rare opportunity to own a part of the most successful after-school learning program in the world. Retail plaza location, open just 2 days/8 hours total/week. No formal instruction background is required,...

BFS-207159: Plastic Manufacturer- Building & Land
Industry: Manufacturing // Plastics & Rubber
Location: Fort Lauderdale (Delray Beach, Florida)
Sales: Between $100 Thousand And $500 Thousand ($130,000)
Details: Superior construction freestanding 5300+ sq ft building on apprx 1/3 acre land with parking, outdoor storage and extensive manufacturing equipment. Located conveniently just off I-95, this light industrial...

BFS-207168: Well Known Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria
Industry: Accommodation & Food Services // Pizza Restaurants
Location: Other Florida (Port St. Lucie Area)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($500,000)
Details: Well known Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria established in Port St. Lucie for 18 years by same owner. Great location in anchored plaza. Licensed for 53 seats, arm's length mostly absentee owner. Serves...

BFS-207169: Highly Visible Used Auto Lot
Industry: Retail Trade // Automobile & Motorcycle Dealers
Location: Other Florida (Palm Beach County, FL)
Sales: Between $500 Thousand And $1 Million ($672,000)
Details: This is a recently opened used auto business with a premiere location on one of the busiest thoroughfares in Palm Beach County just off the interstate with outstanding signage and visibility. The 26500...

Thursday, October 7, 2010

SW Florida Business Listings over $125K owner benefit (Oct 7):

MLS REPORT

Automotive
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-93700607Lee, Florida USAAuto General Repair425,000185,000212,544809,494
BBF-95095006Collier, Florida USAAuto General Repair450,000450,000164,298619,773
BBF-90406024Lee, Florida USAAuto General Repair750,000750,000139,281278,446
BBF-90406023Lee, Florida USAAuto General Repair800,000800,000139,593431,962
BBF-92406117*Lender Pre-Qualified*
Collier, Florida USA
Auto General Repair1,300,000150,000156,045732,608
Beauty/Personal Care
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-90405770Lee, Florida USAHair Salon/Day Spa60,00040,000130,200451,339
Business Services
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-95095003Lee, Florida USAMail/Package Service450,000450,000206,100386,100
Child Care
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-47810014Charlotte, Florida USADay Care & After School599,000599,000377,297622,819
Construction
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-93700771Lee, Florida USAContractor A/C & Heating669,000669,000127,008986,118
BBF-95095007*Lender Pre-Qualified*
Lee, Florida USA
Contractor A/C & Heating700,000150,000183,876736,425
BBF-90406072*Lender Pre-Qualified*
Charlotte, Florida USA
Contractor A/C & Heating850,000123,600327,5911,666,691
BBF-90405971Lee, Florida USAContractor Drywall1,200,0001,200,000303,5152,509,792
BBF-90406059Charlotte, Florida USAContractor Electric1,500,0001,500,000495,3746,007,410
BBF-93700622Lee, Florida USAContractor Home Improvement85,00085,000168,602520,015
BBF-47809069Collier, Florida USAContractor Hurricane Shutters195,000195,000125,092382,781
BBF-93700614Collier, Florida USAContractor Paving799,000799,000352,4311,378,337
BBF-57900780Collier, Florida USASite Preparation415,000315,000207,438431,055
BBF-90405800Lee, Florida USASite Preparation1,950,000975,000535,2501,669,688
Distribution
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-93700767Lee, Florida USADist-Gifts & Crafts00586,2417,024,973
BBF-90406084Lee, Florida USADist-Propane4,350,0004,350,000707,1501,269,767
BBF-28828843Lee, Florida USADist-Security Products100,00075,000175,300499,500
Educational/School
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-17018176Collier, Florida USAEducation Tutoring250,000250,000155,681451,389
Financial Related
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-90406035*Lender Pre-Qualified*
Lee, Florida USA
Title Company250,00072,000142,183426,803
Flooring
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-29406200Collier, Florida USAFlooring Products450,000450,000174,854559,623
Furniture Retail
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-90405783Collier, Florida USAFurniture Store250,000125,000162,8971,052,812
Gas Station
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-90405999Collier, Florida USAGas Station/C-Store250,000250,000176,4492,577,032
BBF-86503542Charlotte, Florida USAGas Station/C-Store375,000375,000179,2566,504,709
BBF-10701013Lee, Florida USAGas Station/C-Store2,100,0002,100,000286,7653,942,730
Interior Design/Dec
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-94802112Lee, Florida USAHome Interior Design1,600,0001,600,000510,5432,087,574
Lawn/Landscaping
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-90406069*Lender Pre-Qualified*
Collier, Florida USA
Lawn Biz Commercial595,000160,000234,133992,982
BBF-19481910Charlotte, Florida USALawn Biz Landscaping650,000600,000249,663879,671
BBF-90405897Lee, Florida USALawn Biz Landscaping1,750,000437,500687,3741,517,329
BBF-90405929*Lender Pre-Qualified*
Lee, Florida USA
Lawn Biz Landscaping2,275,000437,500687,3741,517,329
Manufacturing
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-93700612Collier, Florida USAMfg-Furniture Home250,000250,000129,619311,215
BBF-93700693Collier, Florida USAMfg-Marble Products6,200,000650,0001,028,0273,100,000
BBF-92403321Lee, Florida USAMfg-Plastic Products555,000555,000155,155253,486
Marine Related
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-90406079Lee, Florida USABoat Dealer850,000850,000156,8871,110,814
BBF-93700640Lee, Florida USABoat Transportation699,000699,000154,375654,745
BBF-90406025*Lender Pre-Qualified*
Collier, Florida USA
Marine Rescue/Towing665,000160,000172,094461,772
Medical Related Biz
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-16410264Lee, Florida USAMedical Clinic275,00095,000337,500675,000
BBF-92408132Lee, Florida USAMedical MD Practice150,00075,000183,966304,918
BBF-90405996Charlotte, Florida USAMedical Supplies1,900,000475,000511,9331,591,241
BBF-47810009Lee, Florida USAMedical Weight Loss1,195,000745,000346,1041,143,907
BBF-93700733Collier, Florida USAPhysical Therapy745,000100,000219,001406,333
BBF-90405817*Lender Pre-Qualified*
Lee, Florida USA
Physical Therapy1,050,000350,000238,875688,915
Newspaper/Magazines
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-93700668Lee, Florida USANewsstand995,000450,000134,563844,465
Pack/Ship/Postal
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-93700783Collier, Florida USAPack/Ship Service469,000469,000160,621575,099
Printing/Typesetting
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-93700738Collier, Florida USAPrinting Business395,000295,000135,000650,000
Real Estate Related
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-92401158Lee, Florida USABroker Real Estate250,000125,000180,289525,191
Real Property Rltd
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-92405536Collier, Florida USAShopping Center2,195,0002,195,000146,821209,086
BBF-93700707Lee, Florida USAStorage Facility1,590,0001,590,000128,175187,500
Recreation
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-20905081Lee, Florida USAGame Room185,000185,000156,000640,000
BBF-92401148Charlotte, Florida USAGame Room188,750138,750149,389649,020
BBF-90406071Charlotte, Florida USAGame Room675,000675,000325,0001,200,000
Restaurants
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-90700630Lee, Florida USAAmerican Restaurant350,000350,000195,000700,000
BBF-93794068Collier, Florida USAAmerican Restaurant395,000395,000162,2961,902,582
BBF-90405984Lee, Florida USAAmerican Restaurant425,000150,000185,8751,425,603
BBF-93700766Collier, Florida USAAmerican Restaurant995,000995,000260,5431,299,908
BBF-93700735Collier, Florida USAFast Food Franchise329,000329,000165,607737,671
BBF-47809046Lee, Florida USAGourmet Dining595,000495,000224,4101,266,385
BBF-90405987Collier, Florida USAItalian Restaurant450,000200,000372,7431,262,939
BBF-90406074Lee, Florida USAItalian Restaurant450,000200,000332,0001,700,000
BBF-90790788Lee, Florida USAItalian Restaurant595,000595,000185,440880,000
BBF-90406009Lee, Florida USASeafood Restaurant199,000199,000199,178978,629
Retail Miscellaneous
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-91702109*Lender Pre-Qualified*
Lee, Florida USA
Retail Fashion Accessories549,000110,000222,660658,216
BBF-90405832Lee, Florida USARetail Variety Store750,000375,000214,5921,217,097
BBF-90406094Lee, Florida USAWedding/Party Supply775,000500,000166,595931,501
Routes
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-92401162Collier, Florida USARoutes Fed Ex299,000299,000135,220351,000
Signs
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-90405960Collier, Florida USASign Companies450,000150,000171,8731,011,534
Sports Related Biz
Listing No.LocationCategory DetailPriceDownAdj NetSales
BBF-93700719Collier, Florida USASports Center295,000295,000159,342453,546