Businesses For Sale in Charleston SC Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in Charleston SC

If you are looking to start a new business in the Charleston SC 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 Charleston SC 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 Charleston

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

 

Charleston Business for Sale Listings

  • Manufacturing
    High Proof, Affordable Cask Strength Bourbon Brand
    $3,000,000
     Charleston South Carolina USA

    Our client sources an excellent quality bourbon that has a higher yield than a traditional 68-year ...

    Our client sources an excellent quality bourbon that has a higher yield than a traditional 68-year aged bourbon. Due to the higher yield because of less evaporation, they are able to keep the MSRP very competitive, and are growing rapidly. They part...

    Industrial Distilleries Manufacturing
         
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  • Automotive
    Turnkey Mobile Detailing Business
    $125,000
    New
     Yuma Arizona USA

    Turnkey licensed Mobile Detailing business for sale. Started in 2016 trailer was built by Rightlook ...

    Turnkey licensed Mobile Detailing business for sale. Started in 2016 trailer was built by Rightlook for the business. Over 350 customers consisting of 150 standing customers weekly, biweekly, monthly etc. Business services local airport vehicles, var...

    Auto Car Washes Cleaning Carpet Cleaning Automotive
         
  • Construction
    Popular HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and Remodeling
    $595,000
      Kansas USA

    Since 1948 this contracting business has loyally served northern Kansas and the surrounding areas. T...

    Since 1948 this contracting business has loyally served northern Kansas and the surrounding areas. They are a family owned and operated business that offers general services that specializes in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and remodeling services. The...

    Electrician Electrical Construction
         
  • Business Service
    Trusted Printing and Promotions Business
    $87,000
      Iowa USA

    Check out this profitable printing and promotions shop that is located in north-western Iowa!! This ...

    Check out this profitable printing and promotions shop that is located in north-western Iowa!! This business has had a marvelous past and it has a very promising future. Because they have earned an outstanding reputation, this business has the potent...

    Printing Copy Business Service
         
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    South Carolina Business Listings

  • Manufacturing
    High Proof, Affordable Cask Strength Bourbon Brand
    $3,000,000
     Charleston South Carolina USA

    Our client sources an excellent quality bourbon that has a higher yield than a traditional 68-year ...

    Our client sources an excellent quality bourbon that has a higher yield than a traditional 68-year aged bourbon. Due to the higher yield because of less evaporation, they are able to keep the MSRP very competitive, and are growing rapidly. They part...

    Industrial Distilleries Manufacturing
         
  • Home Improvement
    Profitable Retail Garden Center
    $450,000
      South Carolina USA

    After 20+ years of running a thriving landscape design and retail garden center, the current owner i...

    After 20+ years of running a thriving landscape design and retail garden center, the current owner is ready to retire. This well-established business, located in the Midlands of South Carolina, in a growing residentialcommercial area, is ready for a ...

    Garden Centers Home Improvement
         
  • Automotive
    Profitable Automotive Tire and Repair Center
    $550,000
     Columbia South Carolina USA

    Profitable family owned business that opened over 40 years ago with a commitment to the needs of cus...

    Profitable family owned business that opened over 40 years ago with a commitment to the needs of customers making it known throughout the area as the place to go for personalized service and quality products. They specialize in batteries, alignments,...

    Auto Repair Auto Service Tire Automotive
         
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    SC Franchise Opportunities for Sale

    • Franchise Opportunities
      Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain Franchise
      $100,430+

      Founded in 2014, bluefrog is led by a passionate executive team with decades of industry specific e...

      Founded in 2014, bluefrog is led by a passionate executive team with decades of industry specific experience in growing franchise systems and helping entrepreneurs live their dreams of owning a successful business. Bluefrog is also the sister compa...

      Construction Home Improvement Plumbing 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
      Subway Franchise
      $150,050+

      Subway is a powerful brand with an army of dedicated franchise owners, millions of loyal customers t...

      Subway is a powerful brand with an army of dedicated franchise owners, millions of loyal customers to whom we serve 7 million sandwiches every day, and the resources and plan to build an exciting future. Three core values are the foundation of our su...

      Food Restaurants Sandwich Sub 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
      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
      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
      Children's Montessori Systems Franchise
      $695,177+

      Over the last 25 years, we have developed an educational program that prepares our students to excel...

      Over the last 25 years, we have developed an educational program that prepares our students to excel in a global society by providing an academically rigorous, engaging, and supportive learning environment that cultivates curiosity, creativity, and c...

      Education Schools 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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      Freshii Franchise
      $200,000+

      Freshii is on a mission to help the citizens of the world live better, by making healthy food conven...

      Freshii is on a mission to help the citizens of the world live better, by making healthy food convenient and affordable. Freshii's broad and diverse menu of bowls, wraps, salads, burritos, smoothies, soups and juices has created a loyal following of ...

      Food Restaurants QSR Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Caring Senior Service Franchise
      $77,985+

      Caring Senior Service sets the standard for providing non-medical services such as personal care, me...

      Caring Senior Service sets the standard for providing non-medical services such as personal care, meal preparation and housekeeping. GreatCare is a systematic method that is turnkey for new owners and makes the delivery of care simple and uniform. O...

      Health Care Senior Care Franchise Opportunities
           

     

     

    How to Sell my Charleston Business?

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

    If you are a small business owner interested in selling your business by yourself in Charleston, SC 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 Charleston 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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