Refrigeration & Cold Storage for Sale

Starting vs Buying a Cold Storage Business for Sale

Starting or buying and running a Cold Storage Business or Food related businesses such as Cold Storage Facilities, Refrigeration & Cold Storage Businesses for Sale businesses or complimenting and supporting services such as ... etc., can be an exciting, challenging and a rewarding experience especially, to those who are passionate about their work.

If you are interested in starting a small Cold Storage business or related company, buying an established Cold Storage business or an existing Cold Storage franchise for sale near you or buying a Food related online business, can be one of the best ways to start your own small business. It is fairly easy to start a business in current times but making it profitable and keeping it profitable is not easy and only a small percentage of startups stay in business beyond five years and only a few reach consistent profitability. There are several advantages in buying an existing Cold Storage or Food related business with an established customer base when compared to starting a new Cold Storage company and it may also be easier to finance an existing business than to obtain financing for a new start-up, wherein the banker will want you to show assets and collateral along with a solid business plan, before even considering providing any financial assistance. This is no different than financing a vehicle or real estate with a small down payment rather than paying the full price but and the lender is happy to finance as long as the business is cash flow positive, instead of paying the full amount but only in case of buying a business, the amount can be so large that most people do not have the money to make an upfront purchase and even if they do, most small and large businesses are financed via debt or equity financing.

Talk to any friend or a family member, most certainly they will have an idea for a food related business, whether it is a sauce based on grandma's recipe or technique based on uncle's experience or cousin's killer hot sauce, there is no shortage of ideas for starting a food business. The organic and natural food movement has gained popularity from organic soy milk to gluten free products. If you are passionate about food, there are always new opportunities to start a niche Cold Storage food company or a small Cold Storage manufacturing business locally or sell via drop shipping or through online through marketplaces like Amazon FBA businesses and Etsy. You may consider buying an established Cold Storage Facilities, Refrigeration & Cold Storage Businesses for Sale ... etc., Instead of just thinking about the main product or the business, also think about other opportunities that may exist with regards to services centered around a Cold Storage business or if it is possible to rebrand or introduce complimenting or other related services such as ecommerce, distribution, and customer acquisition possibilities, etc., While there are many considerations, when it comes to buying a business and the purpose of this page is not meant to outline all the details on how to buy a Cold Storage business, the first and foremost factor is that, one would want to find a profitable business to buy and it is great if it is with business financing arrangement in place with pre-approval for a loan from a SBA qualified lender or a third-praty lender and better if it is a owner financed company but in some cases established businesses and aged shell companies are bought even if they are not profitable. In many cases the company or product can be re-branded later or additional services can be added to existing business to acquire and expand market share but also to finance and even to go public, such as a recent example of an electric vehicle start-up that bank rolled their startup by acquiring a shell company and went public. Also, keep in mind that while starting a new Cold Storage company is not too hard, running a business is not easy and making it consistently profitable and growing it is another thing because a vast number of small business that are started will usually fail within first few years and a small number of them are consistently profitable. Hence, buying an existing Refrigeration & Cold Storage or franchise with cash flow can be a better option, depending upon the type of business and its finances.

Buying a Small Cold Storage Business from a Business Owner vs Broker

Many users seem to be searching online for Cold Storage Facilities, Refrigeration & Cold Storage Businesses for Sale & and ... related business for sale by owner and may be it is because buyers are led to believe that they can negotiate better with the owner or get a better deal. Despite websites and marketplaces like our's which facilitate any independent small business owner to sell a business directly, most small Food 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 Cold Storage - Food related industry will price it based on the market metrics and valuation, so that they can sell it quickly because keeping it on market for too long can be counter productive. There are also other advantages of dealing with a qualified and experienced broker but in the end whether it is an FSBO business or listed by a broker, everything depends on the real value of the business, current market conditions.

Whether you are buying a Cold Storage business from an independent small business owner or form a broker, the most important factor or the first step is to evaluate the business to make sure the business is priced right or at a discount. You can either use an evaluation software or in some cases you can find valuation metrics online or you can hire an accountant, CPA, professional appraiser or a broker who can use provide a good valuation. While the valuation metrics differ with the type of company, industry and current market conditions, the most used metric for valuation is based on EBITDA or SDE ie Seller's Discretionary Earnings. Buying a small business can be once in a lifetime event for most people and before you put your hard earned savings in the business, always seek advice from a qualified 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 price negotiation.

Find Established Cold Storage Business for Sale or Existing Franchises & Opportunities

Find established & running Cold Storage Facilities, Refrigeration & Cold Storage Businesses for Sale for sale near you or franchise resale listings by a small business owner or by a business broker and ... & Food related local and online business opportunities - if you are looking to sell a Cold Storage or related Food business opportunity, list it here to sell your business Commission FREE!

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    Meat Processing and Smokehouse
    $1,500,000
      Iowa USA

    The equipment is well maintained and functional for presenting a turn-key operation to a new owner!!...

    The equipment is well maintained and functional for presenting a turn-key operation to a new owner!! Look at this fully-equipped smokehouse and meat processing shop located in Southwestern IA and was established in 2006. The location benefits the bus...

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    Successful Bagel Shop
    $499,000
      Wyoming USA

    Established in 2012, this bagel shop has enjoyed excellent revenues, supported by such an impeccable...

    Established in 2012, this bagel shop has enjoyed excellent revenues, supported by such an impeccable reputation, located in northern Wyoming. They have tremendous name recognition and an outstanding reputation, which helps them to attract and maintai...

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    Franchise Pizzeria - Fast Food
    $275,000
      California USA

    Brand New Franchise Pizzeria For Sale!! Located On A Corner Lot On A Very Busy Major Boulevard In Lo...

    Brand New Franchise Pizzeria For Sale!! Located On A Corner Lot On A Very Busy Major Boulevard In Los Angeles, This 1700 Sq. Ft. Store,

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    Profitable and Unique Frozen Yogurt Shop
    $375,000
      New Mexico USA

    A Must See!! With This Choice Opportunity, The Sky's The Limit! This is truly a turn-key operation!!...

    A Must See!! With This Choice Opportunity, The Sky's The Limit! This is truly a turn-key operation!! This popular and unique frozen yogurt business was established in 2010 in New Mexico. This is not your typical frozen yogurt shop! This is the perfec...

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    RE Included Historical European Bakery in Tourism
     Milwaukee Wisconsin USA

    This historied, old-world European bakery holds a unique position as a cornerstone in the heart of a...

    This historied, old-world European bakery holds a unique position as a cornerstone in the heart of a Switzerland-inspired tourism center. Based in America, the bakery has garnered steadfast support from locals and has become a magnet for tourists fro...

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    Profitable, Well-Established Bagel & Deli Shop
    $750,000
      Florida USA

    Dont miss this opportunity! There is a lot of money in this dough! This is not your normal restaura...

    Dont miss this opportunity! There is a lot of money in this dough! This is not your normal restaurant or bagel and deli shop; this place is a destination with lines wrapped around the corner! The best deli and bagels in South Florida! This business ...

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    Breakfast/Lunch Cafe & Bakery
    $50,000
      Iowa USA

    Excellent opportunity to own this profitablelong-established caf located in western Iowa. This prom...

    Excellent opportunity to own this profitablelong-established caf located in western Iowa. This prominent small business has been a great success to its community providing a full breakfast and lunch menu with delicious pastries and cakes. This caf ...

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    The Thinnest, Most Delicate Brittles In America
    $795,000
      Pennsylvania USA

    The-Thinnest-Most-Delicate-Brittles-In-America! The business has a strong market presence, excellent...

    The-Thinnest-Most-Delicate-Brittles-In-America! The business has a strong market presence, excellent name recognition, and an outstanding reputation, which helps them to attract and maintain an ever-growing base of satisfied customers and new referra...

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    Meat Processing Plant
    $195,000
      Minnesota USA

    Initially, a dairy co-op in 1958, this Meat Processing Plant has been in operation since 1983 by the...

    Initially, a dairy co-op in 1958, this Meat Processing Plant has been in operation since 1983 by the current owner. This business offers full services of processing live animals from slaughter to packaging. Cattle, hogs, deer, and the occasional shee...

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    A Unique Concept Pizzeria
     Los Angeles California USA

    A 100% Absentee operated, turn key Pizzeria located on a busy street in a prime location next to a h...

    A 100% Absentee operated, turn key Pizzeria located on a busy street in a prime location next to a high foot traffic Starbucks is available for sale.

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    Specialty Coffee Shop In Prime Location
    $349,000
      Ohio USA

    This Locally Owned And Operated Gourmet Coffee Shop, Located In A Downtown Location In Northwestern ...

    This Locally Owned And Operated Gourmet Coffee Shop, Located In A Downtown Location In Northwestern Ohio Has Been A Huge Success For Well Over A Decade. Being Much More Than Just Another Coffee House, This Enterprise Offers A Huge Variety Of Roasts A...

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    Distributor of Unique Food Products
    $2,999,000
      Washington USA

    This profitable business has a popular branded collection of unique, all-natural, well-established s...

    This profitable business has a popular branded collection of unique, all-natural, well-established specialty gourmet food products. This includes assorted condiments, sauces, dressings, dips, salsas, seasonings, olives, mushrooms and pickled garlic a...

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    Food Service With Catering & Lodging
    $699,999
      Pennsylvania USA

    This Multi-facetted Business, Located In Central Pennsylvania, Has Been In Operation Since The Mid 1...

    This Multi-facetted Business, Located In Central Pennsylvania, Has Been In Operation Since The Mid 1950's. The Business Features A Restaurant, A Motel, Event Center And Living Facilities. The Restaurant Is Renowned Throughout The Region Mostly For It...

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    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...

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    Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen In West Los Angeles
    $248,000
      California USA

    A Spacious (over 1400 Square Feet) Pizzeria And Italian Restaurant With A Full Kitchen (hood, Grease...

    A Spacious (over 1400 Square Feet) Pizzeria And Italian Restaurant With A Full Kitchen (hood, Grease Traps, Grill, Etc.) Is Available For Sale In West Los Angeles. Prime Location. Parking Is Available. Beautifully Remodeled. Health Issue Is Forcing T...

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    Popular Grocery Store & Café
    $399,999
      South Dakota USA

    This is an unbelievable opportunity to own a well-established grocery store & caf with strong u...

    This is an unbelievable opportunity to own a well-established grocery store & caf with strong upside return and excellent name recognition. This grocery store & caf has earned and maintained an exceptional reputation for their quality merch...

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    Exciting Bar and Restaurant
    $750,000
      Montana USA

    Immeasurable opportunities for further growth and increasing profits!! This business has little comp...

    Immeasurable opportunities for further growth and increasing profits!! This business has little competition, popular food, an existing customer base, name recognition, established sales, a great location -- and excellent growth opportunities!! This t...

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    Successful Fine-Dining Restaurant & Bar
    $1,475,000
      Wisconsin USA

    This is a very popular and well-established restaurant that has been successfully catering to north-...

    This is a very popular and well-established restaurant that has been successfully catering to north-western Wisconsin. The restaurant provides superior service and an unforgettable culinary experience every day to every guest. There is exceptional op...

    Pizza Food
         
  • Food
    Dual Location Pizza Enterprise
    $1,200,000
      Utah USA

    This Family Owned And Operated Pizza Business Has Become The Go-to Parlor Within Its Region In Utah ...

    This Family Owned And Operated Pizza Business Has Become The Go-to Parlor Within Its Region In Utah And It Is Easy To Understand Why. Their Goal Has Always Been To Offer Pizza Made From Only The Finest Ingredients Available. Everything From The Dough...

    Pizza Food
         
  • Food
    Energized Restaurant/Bar/Grill
    $299,000
      Iowa USA

    Since 2003, this vibrant bar and grill has built a solid foundation serving its community of Norther...

    Since 2003, this vibrant bar and grill has built a solid foundation serving its community of Northern Iowa. This business has everything needed for the right energized entrepreneur to take it to the next level of success! With a food and liquor licen...

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  • Food
    Coffee Shop & Café
    $750,000
      Missouri USA

    PRICE REDUCED! Since 2009, this vibrant coffee shop and cafe has built a solid foundation serving it...

    PRICE REDUCED! Since 2009, this vibrant coffee shop and cafe has built a solid foundation serving its community of Eastern Missouri. This business has everything needed for the right energized entrepreneur to take it to the next level of success! Wit...

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  • Food
    Food/Corner Store
    $1,200,000
      Nebraska USA

    Discover this inviting food market available for purchase in the charming region of southeastern Neb...

    Discover this inviting food market available for purchase in the charming region of southeastern Nebraska! Established in 1990 in southeastern Nebraska, this grocery store has been providing a much-needed service of fresh cut meat. It's an excellent ...

    Grocery Food
         
  • Food
    Two Retail Baked Goods Franchise Stores
    $250,000
      Alabama USA

    These Two Locations Are Located On Very Busy Highways. Established 5 Years Ago, Both Locations Have ...

    These Two Locations Are Located On Very Busy Highways. Established 5 Years Ago, Both Locations Have A Built In Client Base, But Needs Someone To Push Them To The Next Level. If You Were To Build One Of These Locations By Itself It Would Cost $300,000...

    Bakeries Food
         
  • Food
    Exciting Steakhouse and Saloon
    $480,000
      Wyoming USA

    This trendy local steakhouse and saloon is located in a family-friendly community in Southwestern Wy...

    This trendy local steakhouse and saloon is located in a family-friendly community in Southwestern Wyoming. This business has a solid foundation and has been known throughout the community for its friendly service and inviting atmosphere since 1986. T...

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  • Food
    Custom Butchering With Retail Store
    $499,000
      Minnesota USA

    For over sixty years this highly successful meat processing service & market has been serving th...

    For over sixty years this highly successful meat processing service & market has been serving the southeast quarter of Minnesota. Offering a vast selection of retail meats as well as processing to, most recently, a growing catering division of th...

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    USDA-Inspected Meat Processing Company w/Branded
    $7,000,000
     Lafayette Louisiana USA

    The Company is a large well-established USDA-inspected meat harvest, processing and distribution bus...

    The Company is a large well-established USDA-inspected meat harvest, processing and distribution business with an operating history, experienced management, and a recognized regional presence in their market. Their facility is the largest USDA harves...

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  • Food
    Adorable Boba Tea Shop
    $25,000
     Mesa Arizona USA

    This adorable Boba Tea Shop sells a variety of Boba Tea, snacks and desserts. Located in a busy shop...

    This adorable Boba Tea Shop sells a variety of Boba Tea, snacks and desserts. Located in a busy shopping center with thousands of social media followers from regular social events. This is a newer business that needs an active owner to help with its ...

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    Brewery in Alaska with Real Estate Turn-key
    $1,950,000
      Alaska USA

    BREWERY IN ALASKA with REAL ESTATE Turn-key award-winning production brewery with taproom, state-wid...

    BREWERY IN ALASKA with REAL ESTATE Turn-key award-winning production brewery with taproom, state-wide distribution, and established brand. Popular with both locals and tourists alike. Realize your vision of entering the exciting world of beer manufac...

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    Franchises for Sale

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    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
         
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    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 ...

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    How to Sell my Cold Storage Business?

    Before selling a Cold Storage Business, the most important factor or the first step is to organize financials for the last 2-3 years, including tax filings, make a list of equipment and inventory, employee and payroll data and generate profit-loss statements, etc., Then the next most important step is to find what your business is worth and to evaluate your Cold Storage company to make sure that you price it right based on the existing market conditions. You can either use an evaluation software or in some cases you can find valuation metrics online or you can hire an accountant, CPA, professional appraiser or a broker who can use provide a good valuation. While the valuation metrics differ with the type of company, industry and current market conditions, the most used metric for valuation is based on EBITDA or SDE ie Seller's Discretionary Earnings - which usually includes the owner's salary and benefits in net-income, used mostly by a small company or solo owner operator.

    The next step in selling your Cold Storage company is to draft a buy-sell agreement or a contract of sale and you can use a software or buy Sale of Business Forms online or hire a small business lawyer. Selling a small business can also be once in a lifetime event for most people and no matter how well versed you are with your company 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, accountant or a lawyer with regards to verification of finances, drafting contracts and negotiation.

     

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