Businesses For Sale in Columbus GA Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in Columbus GA

If you are looking to start a new business in the Columbus GA area finding a business opportunity or buying a local established business for sale can be one of the best ways to start your own business. Buy a profitable, established, local business for sale with a customer base and earnings. Optionally, you can find a franchise opportunity or an existing franchise for sale in Columbus GA which will get you some training and support form the franchisor along with some assistance in business setup, marketing and even financing as most franchisors have established relationships with small business lenders or have a streamlined loan approval process from SBA approved lenders. While it is harder for new small businesses to generate cash flow and/or to obtain business loans, if you are buying a local small business on sale or an existing franchise on sale with revenue and cash flow, you may be able to qualify for financing from local banks or small biz lenders to obtain a business startup loan, which makes it easier to buy and grow an existing small business.

Buying a Small Business from a Business Broker vs a Business Owner in Columbus

Many potential business buyers search online for a Columbus GA business for sale by owner and and may be it is because many potential buyers are led to believe that they can get a better deal, if they buy the business directly from the business owner rather than buying it from a broker. However, most small biz owners are hard core entrepreneurs and in reality and the way human nature works, most sellers will always want a higher price and many sellers price the business higher than what it is actually worth, whereas an experienced broker will price it based on the market metrics and valuation, so that they can sell the business quickly because keeping a business on market for too long by pricing it disproportionately higher can be counter productive. Secondly, despite websites and marketplaces like our's which facilitate any business owner to sell a business directly, most businesses are still sold through brokers and hence no FSBO websites & marketplaces have been successful. Also a very few businesses listed by owners eventually get sold because most sellers price it higher than what it is worth or do not use real valuation metrics, whereas an experienced broker in the Georgia related industry will price it based on the market metrics and valuation, so that they can sell the business quickly because keeping a business on market for too long can be counter productive. Hence, buying a business from a qualified Columbus GA area business broker can be beneficial contrary to what some buyers tend to think. Find Columbus business for sale opportunities below listed by for sale by a small biz owner or by Georgia business brokers.

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Georgia Business Listings

  • Health Care
    Regenerative Medicine & Wellness Clinic
    $500,000
     Dalton Georgia USA

    The Company operates as a regenerative medicine and medical wellness clinic specializing in non-surg...

    The Company operates as a regenerative medicine and medical wellness clinic specializing in non-surgical treatments designed to reduce chronic pain, restore mobility, and improve metabolic health. Core services include platelet-rich plasma (PRP) inje...

    Health Care
         
  • Food
    Artisanal Master Charcutier: Dominant Market Posit
     Atlanta Georgia USA

    This classically trained chef interned in Napa Valley before returning to Georgia with a big idea fo...

    This classically trained chef interned in Napa Valley before returning to Georgia with a big idea for this business. With his wife as co-owner, they began producing small-batch salami from a 200-square-foot shared kitchen and attending weekly farmers...

    Industrial Food Food
         
  • Restaurant-Bar
    Cozy Cafe w/Live Music Motivated Seller
    $400,000
      Georgia USA

    This Live Music hotspot is amazing, 2500 square feet of Cozy Entertainment! Located in the Midst of ...

    This Live Music hotspot is amazing, 2500 square feet of Cozy Entertainment! Located in the Midst of all the action. There are few, if any, competitors that can offer the experience this venue can to its customers. This location is a true Turn-Key opp...

    Restaurant & Bar
         
  • Education & Training
    Elaine Sterling Institute
    $18,900
     Atlanta Georgia USA

    Welcome to Elaine Sterling Institute, one of the most prestigious beauty schools in Georgia. We offe...

    Welcome to Elaine Sterling Institute, one of the most prestigious beauty schools in Georgia. We offer quality education that aims to match the fast-paced and growing field of esthetics, cosmetology, and massage therapy through a spa-like environment ...

    Education & Training
         
  • Commercial & Business Brokers
    chisca group
     Atlanta Georgia USA

    Mergers & Acquisitions Specialists Business Strategists helping our clients Build & Sell Hig...

    Mergers & Acquisitions Specialists Business Strategists helping our clients Build & Sell High ProfitHigh Value Businesses. We solve two distinct challenges for our clients Directory Commercial & Business Brokers

    Commercial & Business Brokers
         
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    GA Franchise Opportunities for Sale

    • Franchise Opportunities
      Pollo Campero Franchise

      Pollo Campero is a fast-casual chicken restaurant brand specializing in flavorful chicken and a whol...

      Pollo Campero is a fast-casual chicken restaurant brand specializing in flavorful chicken and a wholesome menu focused on easy to share individual and family meals. Pollo Camperos menu was developed using a combination of familiar and unique flavors...

      Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      La Madeleine French Bakery & Café Franchise

      La Madeleine is a beloved French Bakery & Caf concept with almost 100 locations and 100 under d...

      La Madeleine is a beloved French Bakery & Caf concept with almost 100 locations and 100 under development. We are growing company locations and bringing in new franchisees. Our passion for serving crave-worthy country French-inspired dishes make...

      Food Restaurants Bakery Coffee Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Bojangles' Franchise
      $385,500+

      Bojangles, Inc. is a highly differentiated and growing restaurant operator and franchisor dedicated...

      Bojangles, Inc. is a highly differentiated and growing restaurant operator and franchisor dedicated to serving customers high-quality, craveable food made from our Southern recipes, including breakfast served All Day, Every Day. Founded in 1977 in C...

      Food QSR Restaurants Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      GlofU Franchise
      $130,100+

      GolfU is a state of the art golf facility just for kids. Each GolfU features golf simulators, puttin...

      GolfU is a state of the art golf facility just for kids. Each GolfU features golf simulators, putting greens, chipping areas and even a sand trap! GolfU offers the best golf programs for kids of all ages and abilities. GolfU certified coaches make le...

      Sports Recreation Golf Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Franchise
      $296,500+

      Born and brewed in Southern California since 1963, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is the oldest and...

      Born and brewed in Southern California since 1963, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is the oldest and largest privately-held specialty coffee and tea retailer in the United States. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf has since grown to over 1,200 stores wo...

      Food Coffee Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Kiddie Academy Franchise
      $400,000+

      Working families in need of educational child care are short on time and long on expectations. They ...

      Working families in need of educational child care are short on time and long on expectations. They require options that engage their children, mentally, physically and socially. As a Kiddie Academy franchisee, youll be provided the opportunity to a...

      Education Schools Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Cinnabon Franchise

      For more than 30 years, consumers have flocked to Cinnabon Bakeries to satisfy that one-of-a-kind cr...

      For more than 30 years, consumers have flocked to Cinnabon Bakeries to satisfy that one-of-a-kind craving for our cinnamon treats. From the original Bakery opened in 1985, the Cinnabon experience has grown to meet consumer demand. Not only have Baker...

      Food Restaurants Coffee Bakeries Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Capriotti's Sandwich Shop, Inc. Franchise
      $360,000+

      Founded in 1976, Capriottis Sandwich Shop is an award-winning fast-casual sandwich franchise that r...

      Founded in 1976, Capriottis Sandwich Shop is an award-winning fast-casual sandwich franchise that remains true to its 40-year tradition of slow-roasting whole, all-natural turkeys in-house every day in a welcoming atmosphere. The Bobbie, Capriotti...

      Food Sub Sandwhich Pizza Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Fazoli's Franchise
      $700,000+

      Fazoli's is an elevated Quick Service Restaurant concept, offering a menu of traditional Italian din...

      Fazoli's is an elevated Quick Service Restaurant concept, offering a menu of traditional Italian dining favorites, highlighted by our mouth-watering, garlic breadsticks, in an enhanced service environment. With over 200 restaurants, Fazoli's has esta...

      Food Restaurants QSR Restaurants Fast Food Restaurants Italian Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Boston's Pizza Restaurant & Sports Bar Franchise
      $1,125,000+

      Bostons is both a family-friendly restaurant and a lively sports bar, all under one roof. That equa...

      Bostons is both a family-friendly restaurant and a lively sports bar, all under one roof. That equals two great opportunities for you! We also offer flexible design and space options to ensure your Bostons is a perfect fit for your territory and gu...

      Bars Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Papa Murphy's Franchise
      $279,070+

      Papa Murphy's is the largest Take 'N' Bake Pizza chain in the United States with over 1,500 stores i...

      Papa Murphy's is the largest Take 'N' Bake Pizza chain in the United States with over 1,500 stores in 38 states. Since 1982 we've offered a great value and a superior pizza to our customers and a simple focused concept for our franchisees. Papa Murph...

      Food Restaurants Pizza Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      The UPS Store Franchise
      $58,248+

      Backed by over 35 years of franchise experience, The UPS Store continues to be an industry leader am...

      Backed by over 35 years of franchise experience, The UPS Store continues to be an industry leader among todays most rewarding franchise opportunities with a myriad of accolades and recognitions to prove it. The UPS Store awards like these are a te...

      Business Service Printing Copy Postal Shipping Mailbox Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Subway Franchise
      $150,050+

      Subway is a powerful brand with an army of dedicated franchise owners, millions of loyal customers t...

      Subway is a powerful brand with an army of dedicated franchise owners, millions of loyal customers to whom we serve 7 million sandwiches every day, and the resources and plan to build an exciting future. Three core values are the foundation of our su...

      Food Restaurants Sandwich Sub Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Jersey Mike's Franchise
      $178,523+

      Jersey Mike's, a fast-casual sub sandwich franchise with more than 1,500 locations open nationwide, ...

      Jersey Mike's, a fast-casual sub sandwich franchise with more than 1,500 locations open nationwide, believes that making a sub sandwich and making a difference can be one and the same. Jersey Mike's offers a Sub Above, serving authentic fresh sliced ...

      Food Restaurants Sandwich Sub Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Auntie Anne's Franchise

      Auntie Anne's got its start in 1988 when Anne Beiler bought a stand in a Pennsylvania farmer's marke...

      Auntie Anne's got its start in 1988 when Anne Beiler bought a stand in a Pennsylvania farmer's market. After some experimentation, "Auntie" Anne created a masterpiece the same freshly baked goodness you know and love today. Now, guests look for Aun...

      Food Pretzel Franchise Opportunities
           

     

     

    How to Sell my Columbus Business?

    Are you a Columbus, GA area small biz owner interested in selling a small business, franchise, service, company, store, shop in Columbus? Advertise your small business for sale listing to Sell a Small Business Online for a LOW listing fee and No Commissions - Seller Testimonials - If you are a broker or a real estate agent, signup for a multiple listing account to Get Business Broker Leads

    Selling a Business in Columbus

    If you are a small business owner interested in selling your business by yourself in Columbus, GA area, then first of all you need to get proper valuation for your business, which either you can do yourself with a software or by using valuation metrics that are available online for most business types and/or hire a professionally qualified local Columbus business broker or an analyst. Selling a business can be a lot of work and can take a long time - if you do not want to hire a business broker then you need to do additional marketing, tracking and monitoring leads - there is more to it than just listing it on a few websites. This in itself is a process and can take a lot of your time. Selling a business can also be once in a lifetime event for most people and no matter how well versed you are with your business and the process of selling it, one small mistake may lead to a huge loss or a botched deal, it is recommended that you always seek advice from a business professional such as licensed broker, M&A advisor, consultant, small business accountant or a lawyer with regards to verification of finances, drafting contracts and negotiation.

     


     

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