Businesses For Sale in Joliet IL Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in Joliet IL

If you are looking to start a new business in the Joliet IL 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 Joliet IL 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 Joliet

Many potential business buyers search online for a Joliet IL 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 Illinois 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 Joliet IL area business broker can be beneficial contrary to what some buyers tend to think. Find Joliet business for sale opportunities below listed by for sale by a small biz owner or by Illinois business brokers.

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Illinois Business Listings

  • Manufacturing
    Patented Athletic Vision Training Brand for Sale
    $1,000,000
     Chicago Illinois USA

    An innovative sports performance company is seeking a strategic acquirer for its patented vision tra...

    An innovative sports performance company is seeking a strategic acquirer for its patented vision training technology. The flagship product is a proven, field-tested solution trusted by athletes across baseball, softball, golf, and other sports to enh...

    Manufacturing
         
  • Health Care
    Clinical Stage Oncology for Early Cancer Detection
    $5,000,000
     Chicago Illinois USA

    The Company is a clinical-stage oncology company with a platform that combines biospectral impedance...

    The Company is a clinical-stage oncology company with a platform that combines biospectral impedance and AIML for point-of-care cancer detection. The lead product delivers rapid, in-procedure assessment of surgical marginsidentifying the presence an...

    Health Care
         
  • Construction
    Profitable HVAC Contractor in Southwestern Illinoi
    $250,000
     Belleville Illinois USA

    This southwestern Illinois business was established in 1991 as a sole proprietorship and was incorpo...

    This southwestern Illinois business was established in 1991 as a sole proprietorship and was incorporated as an S corporation in 2006 and is a full-service heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) business with an outstanding reputation for p...

    HVAC Contracting Construction
         
  • Financial
    Established Accounting Firm
    $250,000
      Illinois USA

    This is an impressive, well-respected accounting firm, located in south western Illinois, has been i...

    This is an impressive, well-respected accounting firm, located in south western Illinois, has been in operation for over 52 years. This firm specializes in accounting services, auditing, check writing, income tax preparation, payroll tax preparation,...

    Accounting Tax Financial
         
  • Automotive
    Highly Motivated Seller! Auto Repair Garage
    $200,000
      Illinois USA

    Great opportunity to own this thriving auto repair shop in western Illinois. The business provides a...

    Great opportunity to own this thriving auto repair shop in western Illinois. The business provides a full-service menu to include basic maintenance, engine repair, replacement of transmissions, batteries, alternator service, brakes, oil changes, even...

    Auto Repair Automotive
         
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    IL Franchise Opportunities for Sale

    • Franchise Opportunities
      Restoration 1 Franchise
      $77,950+

      Restoration 1 is a low-cost opportunity with a proven, recession-resistant business model that is ea...

      Restoration 1 is a low-cost opportunity with a proven, recession-resistant business model that is easy to scale and easy to own. Restoration 1 franchise is the fastest growing restoration franchise in the nation offering fire, water, and mold damage ...

      Remodeling Restoration Home Improvement Maintenance Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Creamistry Franchise
      $224,500+

      Creamistry combines passion, innovation and a commitment to quality to bring customers a fresh ice c...

      Creamistry combines passion, innovation and a commitment to quality to bring customers a fresh ice cream experience. Our wide selection of premium products, excellent customer service, and liquid nitrogen smoke show thrills customers, but it is our i...

      Food Restaurants Ice Cream Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Smoothie King Franchise
      $579,100+

      Smoothie King is a privately held, New Orleans-area-based franchise company with more than 950 units...

      Smoothie King is a privately held, New Orleans-area-based franchise company with more than 950 units worldwide. By creating each smoothie with a "purpose", Smoothie King makes it simple and pleasurable for guests to achieve their individual health go...

      Juice Smoothie Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Freshii Franchise
      $200,000+

      Freshii is on a mission to help the citizens of the world live better, by making healthy food conven...

      Freshii is on a mission to help the citizens of the world live better, by making healthy food convenient and affordable. Freshii's broad and diverse menu of bowls, wraps, salads, burritos, smoothies, soups and juices has created a loyal following of ...

      Food Restaurants QSR Restaurants 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
      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
      Schlotzsky's Franchise
      $503,814+

      Schlotzsky's combines the bold variety of a food truck park with the come-as-you-are atmosphere of A...

      Schlotzsky's combines the bold variety of a food truck park with the come-as-you-are atmosphere of Austin, Texas. The bread is baked fresh from scratch every morning. Schlotzsky's keeps flavors fresh and vibes chill for a unique destination that stri...

      Food Restaurants Deli Sub Sandwich Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Fastsigns Franchise
      $193,548+

      The largest sign franchise in North America, the independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS centers ...

      The largest sign franchise in North America, the independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS centers provide comprehensive visual communications solutions to help customers of all sizes across all industries meet their business objectives and incr...

      Business Service Retail Sign Shops Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Lennys Grill & Subs Franchise
      $188,216+

      Lennys Grill & Subs is the place to find World Class, authentic Philly Cheesesteaks served hot o...

      Lennys Grill & Subs is the place to find World Class, authentic Philly Cheesesteaks served hot off the grill, delicious deli subs with meats and cheeses sliced about 37 seconds before landing on our made-to-order sandwiches, and fresh sliced vegg...

      Food Restaurants Sub Sandwich Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Seniors Helping Seniors Franchise
      $86,785+

      Seniors Helping Seniors in-home care service was founded in 1998 as a way for like-minded individual...

      Seniors Helping Seniors in-home care service was founded in 1998 as a way for like-minded individuals to help each other age more happily and gracefully. Matching those who need a hand with mature, active men and women with a passion for helping othe...

      Health Care Senior Care Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Meineke Franchise
      $250,000+

      From oil changes to brakes, our complete car care model provides consumers with high quality service...

      From oil changes to brakes, our complete car care model provides consumers with high quality services at affordable prices. Since 1972, Meineke Car Care has successfully diversified its automotive serve offering and is recognized today as a leader in...

      Automotive Auto Repair Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      servpro Franchise

      Since 1967, the SERVPRO Franchise System has been a leader in fire and water cleanup and restoration...

      Since 1967, the SERVPRO Franchise System has been a leader in fire and water cleanup and restoration services, and mold mitigation and remediation. SERVPRO's network of more than 1,700 individually owned and operated Franchises responds to property d...

      Construction Remodeling Restoration Mold Remediation Maintenance Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Caring Senior Service Franchise
      $77,985+

      Caring Senior Service sets the standard for providing non-medical services such as personal care, me...

      Caring Senior Service sets the standard for providing non-medical services such as personal care, meal preparation and housekeeping. GreatCare is a systematic method that is turnkey for new owners and makes the delivery of care simple and uniform. O...

      Health Care Senior Care Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Tint World Franchise

      Tint World was founded in 1982 with its first Tint World Center in Fort Lauderdale Florida that sta...

      Tint World was founded in 1982 with its first Tint World Center in Fort Lauderdale Florida that started out specializing in window tinting and expanded services to include: mobile electronics, car auto video, auto security, car and truck accessories...

      Franchise Opportunities
           
    • 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
           

     

     

    How to Sell my Joliet Business?

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    Selling a Business in Joliet

    If you are a small business owner interested in selling your business by yourself in Joliet, IL 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 Joliet 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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