Businesses For Sale in Salem MA Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in Salem MA

If you are looking to start a new business in the Salem MA 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 Salem MA 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 Salem

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

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Massachusetts Business Listings

  • Retail
    Farm, Pet & Garden Retail Center with Real Est
    $1,450,000
     Worcester Massachusetts USA

    The Company is a well-established, family-operated farm, pet, and garden retail center serving a bro...

    The Company is a well-established, family-operated farm, pet, and garden retail center serving a broad and loyal customer base across Northern Worcester County and surrounding regions. The business offers a comprehensive range of products including p...

    Retail
         
  • Construction
    High Profit Construction Cost Estimating Consultin
    $2,400,000
     Boston Massachusetts USA

    The Company is a well-established construction cost estimating consultancy providing in-depth estima...

    The Company is a well-established construction cost estimating consultancy providing in-depth estimating services across civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. The firm supports project teams from early concept and ...

    Construction
         
  • Pet
    Dog Training & Grooming Business
    $15,000
     Pittsfield Massachusetts USA

    Owner retiring in September & selling business. Established in 1998. Great start-up Includes equ...

    Owner retiring in September & selling business. Established in 1998. Great start-up Includes equipment client list. 1,050 sq ft of rented space. Smaller indoor training space, but can be just used for groomingboutiqueretail sales. 110' x 110' out...

    Pet Grooming Pet
         
  • Retail
    Convenience Store With Beer & Wine License
    $99,000
      Massachusetts USA

    This Convenience Store Being Offered Up At Only 1 Times Earnings. This Store Shows Wonderfully Havin...

    This Convenience Store Being Offered Up At Only 1 Times Earnings. This Store Shows Wonderfully Having Been Fully Remodeled Inside And Out, New Parking Lot, Etc. Store Has Beer & Wine License, Atm And Would Make For A Great Location To Add Check Cashi...

    Convenience Stores Retail
         
  • Construction
    Construction Materials Testing & Engineering
    $399,999
     Central Massachusetts Massachusetts USA

    Ready To Own Your Own Business? Tired Of Working For Someone Else? Are You A Civil Engineer Or Profe...

    Ready To Own Your Own Business? Tired Of Working For Someone Else? Are You A Civil Engineer Or Professional Engineer? If So, You Just Found The Perfect Opportunity For You! This Is A Construction Materials Testing And Engineering Company Operating In...

    Engineering Construction
         
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    MA Franchise Opportunities for Sale

    • Franchise Opportunities
      Captain D's Franchise
      $781,000+

      Captain Ds is the #1 fast-casual seafood restaurant brand and franchise in America. For nearly 50 y...

      Captain Ds is the #1 fast-casual seafood restaurant brand and franchise in America. For nearly 50 years, Captain Ds has continued to catch a growing share of the fast-casual market because there is no other franchise quite like us. Aside from maint...

      Food Restaurants Seafood Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      TacoTime Franchise
      $396,150+

      TacoTime has grown into a beloved treasure with a wildly enthusiastic customer base since our first ...

      TacoTime has grown into a beloved treasure with a wildly enthusiastic customer base since our first location opened in Eugene, Oregon, in 1960. Now with nearly 300 locations in the Pacific Northwest and Canada, our secret is serving up Mexican food m...

      Food Restaurants Mexican Taco Burrito Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Dunkin Franchise
      $245,000+

      Founded in 1950, Dunkin' is America's favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods. Du...

      Founded in 1950, Dunkin' is America's favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods. Dunkin' is a market leader in the hot regulardecafflavored coffee, iced regulardecafflavored coffee, donut, bagel and muffin categories. The company has...

      Food Restaurants Coffee Bagel Donut Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Firehouse Subs Franchise
      $350,000+

      Firehouse Subs is a fast casual restaurant full of hearty and flavorful food, heartfelt service and ...

      Firehouse Subs is a fast casual restaurant full of hearty and flavorful food, heartfelt service and public safety. Founded in Jacksonville, Florida by former firefighters and brothers Chris and Robin Sorensen, Firehouse Subs has more than 1,150 resta...

      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
      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
           
    • 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
      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
      Golden Chick Franchise

      As a true American heritage brand surpassing its 50th year of serving the best-tasting chicken in th...

      As a true American heritage brand surpassing its 50th year of serving the best-tasting chicken in the industry, we work collaboratively in a franchise-centric organization with great support systems in place. Our Golden Chick franchise partners enjoy...

      Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Russo's New York Pizzeria Franchise
      $454,350+

      Russo's New York Pizzeria is a 49-location national and international franchisor and a fast casual a...

      Russo's New York Pizzeria is a 49-location national and international franchisor and a fast casual and casual dining brand. Based in Houston, Russos is composed of a mix of corporate and franchised locations. Chef Anthony Russo created his concept f...

      Food Restaurants Pizza Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Zaxby's Franchise
      $367,700+

      Two boyhood friends had the idea to give wings and fingers a shot at the big time - promoting them f...

      Two boyhood friends had the idea to give wings and fingers a shot at the big time - promoting them from appetizers to entrees. So Zach and Tony rubbed two nickels together and opened a restaurant in the college town of Statesboro, GA. Many years and ...

      Food Restaurants QSR Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Assisted Living Locators Franchise
      $68,450+

      Advisors provide personal assistance in locating the right options for your elderly loved one.

      Advisors provide personal assistance in locating the right options for your elderly loved one.

      General Service Assisted Living Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Hungry Howie's Pizza Franchise
      $100,000+

      At Hungry Howie's Pizza we serve great flavored crust pizza at an amazing value. The home of the Ori...

      At Hungry Howie's Pizza we serve great flavored crust pizza at an amazing value. The home of the Original Flavored Crust pizza was born in 1973 in Taylor, Michigan. You need a distinct point of difference in todays marketplace. Look no further than ...

      Food Restaurants Pizza 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
           

     

     

    How to Sell my Salem Business?

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

    If you are a small business owner interested in selling your business by yourself in Salem, MA 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 Salem 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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