Businesses For Sale in Lakeland FL Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in Lakeland FL

If you are looking to start a new business in the Lakeland FL 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 Lakeland FL 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 Lakeland

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

 

Lakeland Business for Sale Listings

  • Restaurant-Bar
    Great Family American Restaurant
    $399,995⇩
     Lakeland Florida USA

    Beautifully renovated restaurant with great food and excellent location. Excellent menu selection an...

    Beautifully renovated restaurant with great food and excellent location. Excellent menu selection and daily specials. The restaurant is well-known by the local and the visitor as well to its high visibility and being in front of a hotel. the Restaura...

    Restaurant & Bar
         
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  • Business Service
    Christian Full Service Ad Agency for Sale
    $2,000,000
     Raleigh North Carolina USA

    This Christian Full-Service Advertising Agency aims to help mission-driven organizations worldwide t...

    This Christian Full-Service Advertising Agency aims to help mission-driven organizations worldwide to connect with people who share similar values and interests. It has enabled Christian-led companies to communicate a vision given by God to the world...

    B2B Advertising Marketing Business Service
         
  • Wholesale
    Distributor And Wholesale
    $648,000
     Los Angeles California USA

    5 Days Operation Only! An Established And Well Reputable Wholesaler And Distributors Of Grocery Prod...

    5 Days Operation Only! An Established And Well Reputable Wholesaler And Distributors Of Grocery Products To Various Hispanic Supermarkets And Grocery Store Chains And Other Wholesalers Is Available Fo 5 Days Operation Only! An Established And Well Re...

    Distribution Food Distribution Wholesale
         
  • Cleaning-Maintenance
    Professional Carpet & Rug Cleaning
    $75,000⇩
      New Mexico USA

    THIS PROFITABLE BUSINESS IS CURRENTLY OPERATED BY AN ABSENTEE OWNER. This is truly a turn-key operat...

    THIS PROFITABLE BUSINESS IS CURRENTLY OPERATED BY AN ABSENTEE OWNER. This is truly a turn-key operation!! This is a home-based business and the business will need to be relocated at the time of the sale. This is a well-established and profitable carp...

    Carpet Cleaning Cleaning & Maintenance
         
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    Florida Business Listings

  • Business Service
    B2B Consulting & Training Firm for Sale
    $1,800,000
    New
     Dunedin Florida USA

    The Company is a specialized B2B consulting and training firm with 68 years of operating history, se...

    The Company is a specialized B2B consulting and training firm with 68 years of operating history, serving architecture, engineering, construction, and environmental, health & safety consulting firms across North America. The Business helps techni...

    Business Service
         
  • Home Improvement
    Solid Net South Florida HVAC Service Company
    $500,000
     Miami Florida USA

    The Company is a long-established South Florida HVAC services provider offering installation, mainte...

    The Company is a long-established South Florida HVAC services provider offering installation, maintenance, and repair solutions for residential and commercial customers. Operating under full state licensing with certified technicians, it has built a ...

    Home Improvement
         
  • Education
    High-Growth Children’s Enrichment Business Scalabl
    $98,000
     Pembroke Pines Florida USA

    Perfect for a motivated buyer ready to relaunch and scale a nationally recognized childrens enrichm...

    Perfect for a motivated buyer ready to relaunch and scale a nationally recognized childrens enrichment brand in a high-demand market. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-potential, asset-based childrens educational enrichment business (con...

    Education
         
  • Manufacturing
    Specialized Siloxane Coatings Company for Sale
    $6,500,000
     Pompano Beach Florida USA

    Our Client, incorporated in 2004, is a specialized manufacturer of organo-functional reactive silico...

    Our Client, incorporated in 2004, is a specialized manufacturer of organo-functional reactive silicone polymers and related specialties, using proprietary siloxane and graphene technologies. With 25 years of experience, our Client offers an extensive...

    Manufacturing
         
  • Web Hosting & Website Design
    Revolutionize Your Digital Presence
     Boca Raton Florida USA

    Unleash the Potential of Custom Web and Software Development! Are you tired of generic solutions tha...

    Unleash the Potential of Custom Web and Software Development! Are you tired of generic solutions that don't meet your company's unique needs? Look no further! Our custom programming services are designed to skyrocket your business to new heights. Wit...

    Web Hosting & Website Design
         
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    FL Franchise Opportunities for Sale

    • Franchise Opportunities
      Huddle House Restaurants Franchise
      $519,935+

      Huddle House is an iconic family dining restaurant known for all-day breakfast and serving Any Meal...

      Huddle House is an iconic family dining restaurant known for all-day breakfast and serving Any Meal, Any Time. Founded in 1964, Huddle House restaurants have become icons in the communities we serve throughout the country by bringing friends and fa...

      Food Restaurants Family Fast Casual Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Sirius Day Spa Franchise
      $477,950+

      Sirius Day Spa is a national day spa franchise that provides luxury spa services at an affordable pr...

      Sirius Day Spa is a national day spa franchise that provides luxury spa services at an affordable price. At Sirius Day Spa our goal is simple - provide all of those luxurious spa services that everyone desires, under one roof, in convenient locations...

      Fitness Day Spa Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Fast-Fix Jewelry and Watch Repairs Franchise

      Fast-Fix Jewelry and Watch Repairs is the world's largest, most trusted choice for jewelry and watch...

      Fast-Fix Jewelry and Watch Repairs is the world's largest, most trusted choice for jewelry and watch repair services, custom jewelry design, engraving, eyeglass frame and smartphone repairs (services vary by location). Franchising since 1987, with ov...

      Jewelry Stores 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
      Naf-Naf Middle Eastern Grill Franchise
      $563,500+

      Naf Naf is the premium destination for fresh, authentic Middle Eastern food. Oven baked pitas, hand ...

      Naf Naf is the premium destination for fresh, authentic Middle Eastern food. Oven baked pitas, hand cut salads and freshly prepared sauces all serve as an accompaniment to award-winning shawarma and falafel. Naf Naf has received industry acclaim, bei...

      Food Fast Casual Restaurants Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Ground Round Grill & Bar Franchise

      Ground Round Grill and Bar is a known Casual Dining brand since 1969, offering a two room concept f...

      Ground Round Grill and Bar is a known Casual Dining brand since 1969, offering a two room concept for families or adults meeting friends or watching the game. Since 2004, our brand is owned by our franchisees and offers a unique franchise model, whe...

      Food Restaurants Bars Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      The Cold Stone Creamery Franchise
      $50,200+

      The Cold Stone Creamery ice cream franchise has captivated the sweet tooth of customers around the w...

      The Cold Stone Creamery ice cream franchise has captivated the sweet tooth of customers around the world, and it continues to be a bright brand in the $8 billion ice cream industry, according to IBIS World. Doing business for 30 years, Cold Stone ha...

      Food Ice Cream 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
      Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Franchise

      Fast-casual restaurant concept Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers brings to life the Americ...

      Fast-casual restaurant concept Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers brings to life the America of the late 1940s and early 1950s, a post-war era of pride and values focusing on unity and quality family time. Menu items are cooked-to-order and ...

      Food Restaurants Ice Cream Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Newk's Eatery Franchise

      Ranked by Technomic 2018 Consumers' Choice as the "Best Overall Fast Casual", Newk's Eatery is leadi...

      Ranked by Technomic 2018 Consumers' Choice as the "Best Overall Fast Casual", Newk's Eatery is leading the next generation of fast casual with our culinary driven menu prepared in open view kitchens. Our franchise partners have multiple revenue oppor...

      Food Restaurants Fast Casual Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Rusty Taco Franchise
      $512,425+

      Our fast casual franchise serves street-style tacos like youve never seen! Rusty Taco is a distinct...

      Our fast casual franchise serves street-style tacos like youve never seen! Rusty Taco is a distinctive taco franchise that celebrates what we believe: Tacos are the Most Important Meal of the Day! With our business model, youll serve up handmade...

      Food Restaurants Mexican Taco Burrito Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      ClimbZone Franchise
      $1,870,974+

      ClimbZone is truly a revolutionary concept in family entertainment and the most unique indoor climbi...

      ClimbZone is truly a revolutionary concept in family entertainment and the most unique indoor climbing experience that has ever been created. This unique family focused climbing center concept was brought from New Zealand (where it has been incredibl...

      Entertainment Recreation Indoor Play Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Blimpie Franchise
      $139,970+

      Blimpie delivers more than just great sandwiches. Our team provides the experience and expertise nec...

      Blimpie delivers more than just great sandwiches. Our team provides the experience and expertise necessary to help franchisees grow their sub shop franchise. Our parent company, Kahala Brands, ensures each Blimpie franchisee is supported by some of t...

      Food Sub Sandwich Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Dental Fix RX Franchise

      Dental Fix combines centralized technological and account management services with a unique national...

      Dental Fix combines centralized technological and account management services with a unique national network of locally owned and operated industry professionals. Each professional is equipped with state-of-the-art mobile service centers. We delive...

      Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      9Round Fitness Franchise
      $91,600+

      At 9Round, we offer a kickboxing-themed fitness program that incorporates functional, interval, card...

      At 9Round, we offer a kickboxing-themed fitness program that incorporates functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens. The programs consist of a proprietary system of nine challenging workout stations developed by a profession...

      Fitness Fitness Centers Gyms Health Clubs Franchise Opportunities
           

     

     

    How to Sell my Lakeland Business?

    Are you a Lakeland, FL area small biz owner interested in selling a small business, franchise, service, company, store, shop in Lakeland? 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 Lakeland

    If you are a small business owner interested in selling your business by yourself in Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland 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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