Businesses For Sale in Athens GA Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in Athens GA

If you are looking to start a new business in the Athens GA 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 Athens GA 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 Athens

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

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Georgia Business Listings

  • Health Care
    Regenerative Medicine & Wellness Clinic
    $500,000
     Dalton Georgia USA

    The Company operates as a regenerative medicine and medical wellness clinic specializing in non-surg...

    The Company operates as a regenerative medicine and medical wellness clinic specializing in non-surgical treatments designed to reduce chronic pain, restore mobility, and improve metabolic health. Core services include platelet-rich plasma (PRP) inje...

    Health Care
         
  • Construction
    High Net High Quality Solutions Roofing Company
    $10,000,000
     Cumming Georgia USA

    Specializing in roofing and restoration services, the Company expertly guides homeowners through ins...

    Specializing in roofing and restoration services, the Company expertly guides homeowners through insurance claims to maximize settlements, ensuring high-quality solutions and comprehensive support. Driven by a commitment to customer satisfaction and ...

    Construction
         
  • Restaurant-Bar
    Cozy Cafe w/Live Music Motivated Seller
    $400,000
      Georgia USA

    This Live Music hotspot is amazing, 2500 square feet of Cozy Entertainment! Located in the Midst of ...

    This Live Music hotspot is amazing, 2500 square feet of Cozy Entertainment! Located in the Midst of all the action. There are few, if any, competitors that can offer the experience this venue can to its customers. This location is a true Turn-Key opp...

    Restaurant & Bar
         
  • Education & Training
    Elaine Sterling Institute
    $18,900
     Atlanta Georgia USA

    Welcome to Elaine Sterling Institute, one of the most prestigious beauty schools in Georgia. We offe...

    Welcome to Elaine Sterling Institute, one of the most prestigious beauty schools in Georgia. We offer quality education that aims to match the fast-paced and growing field of esthetics, cosmetology, and massage therapy through a spa-like environment ...

    Education & Training
         
  • Commercial & Business Brokers
    chisca group
     Atlanta Georgia USA

    Mergers & Acquisitions Specialists Business Strategists helping our clients Build & Sell Hig...

    Mergers & Acquisitions Specialists Business Strategists helping our clients Build & Sell High ProfitHigh Value Businesses. We solve two distinct challenges for our clients Directory Commercial & Business Brokers

    Commercial & Business Brokers
         
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    GA Franchise Opportunities for Sale

    • Franchise Opportunities
      Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Franchise
      $224,000+

      Tuffy is seeking qualified candidates to continue our franchise expansion. In 1970, the first Tuffy ...

      Tuffy is seeking qualified candidates to continue our franchise expansion. In 1970, the first Tuffy Muffler shop opened in Detroit, Michigan. Service line up currently includes brakes, shocks, struts, springs, alignment, front-end, oil change, muffle...

      Auto Repair Muffler Oil Lube Tuneup Tire 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
      PuroClean Franchise
      $71,190+

      Property damage occurs daily in every city across the country. Property owners file claims with thei...

      Property damage occurs daily in every city across the country. Property owners file claims with their insurance companies who then refer and pay a professional property restoration company, such as PuroClean, to restore and clean up the damage. More ...

      Home Repair 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
      Pinot’s Palette Franchise
      $97,450+

      Pinots Palette is one of the nations largest paint and sip franchise opportunities. Each of our lo...

      Pinots Palette is one of the nations largest paint and sip franchise opportunities. Each of our locations provides a relaxed, fun environment, and expert guidance on painting techniques from local artists.

      Craft 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
      Budget Blinds Franchise
      $104,950+

      Budget Blinds is a custom window covering franchise business that offers convenient shop-at-home ser...

      Budget Blinds is a custom window covering franchise business that offers convenient shop-at-home service for window coverings and home dcor accessories. We want to partner with motivated individuals like you to make your dreams of owning your own bu...

      Home Imporvement Blinds 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
      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
      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
      Auntie Anne's Franchise

      Auntie Anne's got its start in 1988 when Anne Beiler bought a stand in a Pennsylvania farmer's marke...

      Auntie Anne's got its start in 1988 when Anne Beiler bought a stand in a Pennsylvania farmer's market. After some experimentation, "Auntie" Anne created a masterpiece the same freshly baked goodness you know and love today. Now, guests look for Aun...

      Food Pretzel Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Amramp Franchise
      $140,000+

      Amramp franchise owners enjoy a rewarding career improving the quality of life for people with mobil...

      Amramp franchise owners enjoy a rewarding career improving the quality of life for people with mobility challenges in their home setting. Seniors are the largest & fastest growing segment of the population. Sell and rent wheelchair ramps & ot...

      Mobility Special Needs Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Blaze Pizza Franchise
      $319,800+

      Blaze Pizza, the recognized world leader in fast, artisanal pizza, is looking to add to our team of ...

      Blaze Pizza, the recognized world leader in fast, artisanal pizza, is looking to add to our team of top-tier franchise partners. Recently ranked as the number one pizza brand in America in a leading consumer poll and as the number one brand of the ye...

      Food Restaurants Pizza 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
      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
           

     

     

    How to Sell my Athens Business?

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

    If you are a small business owner interested in selling your business by yourself in Athens, GA 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 Athens 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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