Businesses For Sale in Altoona PA Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in Altoona PA

If you are looking to start a new business in the Altoona PA 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 Altoona PA 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 Altoona

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

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Pennsylvania Business Listings

  • Construction & Real Estate
    Electrician
    $100
     Langhorne Pennsylvania USA

    We offer expert residential and commercial electrical services with a focus on safety and customer s...

    We offer expert residential and commercial electrical services with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction. From routine maintenance to complex installations, our skilled team delivers top-quality work on every project. Small Business Services C...

    Construction & Real Estate
         
  • Businesses for Sale
    Profitable Hardware Store In Pennsylvania For Sale
    $199,999
      Pennsylvania USA

    Take advantage of the unique opportunity to own a successful venture in a prime location in Northeas...

    Take advantage of the unique opportunity to own a successful venture in a prime location in Northeastern Pennsylvania! This hardware store and automotive repair shop has been serving Northeastern Pennsylvania since 1973! With a strong reputation for ...

    Businesses for Sale
         
  • Restaurant-Bar
    Delaware River Waterfront Property, Building, &
    $975,000
     Lackawaxen Pennsylvania USA

    Beautiful 12,000 sq.ft, Riverfront Property, Building, & Business for Sale. Restaurant with Amaz...

    Beautiful 12,000 sq.ft, Riverfront Property, Building, & Business for Sale. Restaurant with Amazing Riverfront Views, with deck dining and outdoor Bar, Beautiful Restaurant and Venue, Full Service Indoor Bar, and Historic Inn with Renovated Singl...

    Media Event Restaurant Bars Travel Hotels Motels Restaurant & Bar
         
  • Business Wanted to Buy
    Looking for an established Manufacturer or Wholesa
    $1,000,000
      Pennsylvania USA

    I am looking to buy an established and profitable business that I can run and grow. I have more than...

    I am looking to buy an established and profitable business that I can run and grow. I have more than 20 years experience growing businesses in multiple industries. Preferably I am looking to acquire a business in the manufacturing, wholesale sector. ...

    Business Wanted to Buy
         
  • Travel
    Large Campground on a Stream
    $1,750,000
      Pennsylvania USA

    This is a prime and profitable campground. The property is ideally situated along beautiful, lush, f...

    This is a prime and profitable campground. The property is ideally situated along beautiful, lush, forestry mountains. It is positioned in the North-East part of Pennsylvania. The land and infrastructures are available for development opportunities. ...

    Campgrounds Travel
         
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    PA Franchise Opportunities for Sale

    • 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
      Any Lab Test Now Franchise
      $113,100+

      Any Lab Tests Now is the nations first retail, direct access lab testing company that offers thousa...

      Any Lab Tests Now is the nations first retail, direct access lab testing company that offers thousands of lab tests in one place. We make it easy for consumers to take control of their health by empowering them to purchase lab tests with affordable,...

      Health Care Medical Medical Testing 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
      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
      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
      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
      Metal Supermarkets Franchise
      $217,500+

      Metal Supermarkets is the world's largest small-quantity metal supplier with over 80 brick-and-morta...

      Metal Supermarkets is the world's largest small-quantity metal supplier with over 80 brick-and-mortar stores across the US, Canada, and United Kingdom.Over 60,000 customers choose Metal Supermarkets because of our commitment to speed, variety and con...

      Metal Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Ace Hardware Franchise
      $650,000+

      Founded in 1924 by a small group of Chicago hardware store owners, Ace changed the retail landscape ...

      Founded in 1924 by a small group of Chicago hardware store owners, Ace changed the retail landscape by allowing individual stores to purchase merchandise in bulk to save money and buy at the lowest possible price. As an Ace Hardware owner, you gain t...

      Retail Hardware Stores Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Taco John's Franchise
      $321,000+

      Taco John's is one of the largest Mexican quick-service restaurant brands in the U.S. Our bold, orig...

      Taco John's is one of the largest Mexican quick-service restaurant brands in the U.S. Our bold, original menu has developed a devoted fan following since we first opened in Cheyenne, WY, in 1969. When you take a deeper look into our operations, our f...

      Food Restaurants Mexican Taco Burrito 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
      Ben & Jerry’s Franchise
      $107,685+

      Ben & Jerrys scoop shops are designed to deliver the ultimate, immersive Ben & Jerry's expe...

      Ben & Jerrys scoop shops are designed to deliver the ultimate, immersive Ben & Jerry's experience to fans and first-timers alike. They're whimsical, welcoming places where families and friends can enjoy their favorite treats and fans can dee...

      Food Restaurants Ice Cream Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Baskin-Robbins Franchise
      $94,350+

      Nearly three-quarters of a century ago, two brothers-in-law shared a dream to create an innovative i...

      Nearly three-quarters of a century ago, two brothers-in-law shared a dream to create an innovative ice cream store that would be a neighborhood gathering place for families. A few years later Baskin Robbins was born. Today, Baskin-Robbins which is pa...

      Food Restaurants Ice Cream 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
      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
      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
           

     

     

    How to Sell my Altoona Business?

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

    If you are a small business owner interested in selling your business by yourself in Altoona, PA 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 Altoona 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.

     


     

    Disclaimer: Altoona, PA area business for sale listings and other Pennsylvania small business opportunities advertised on this page are classified ads listed by a local small biz owner or by a Altoona, PA business broker. The site has not verified the information in listings and is not responsible for the validity of information, pricing or for any inaccuracies. By using this website or the advertiser contact form, you agree to assume the responsibility for verification of information and for further communication with the advertiser or for any transactions you may conduct with them - the site is not involved with any transactions.