Businesses For Sale in Evanston IL Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in Evanston IL

If you are looking to start a new business in the Evanston IL 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 Evanston IL 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 Evanston

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

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Illinois Business Listings

  • Education
    Trading Education Company for Sale
    $500,000
     Chicago Illinois USA

    The Company is an operator of a digital trading education and coaching platform focused on options t...

    The Company is an operator of a digital trading education and coaching platform focused on options trading and market strategy development for retail traders. The platform delivers a mix of live coaching sessions, on-demand educational content, marke...

    Education
         
  • Manufacturing
    Patented Athletic Vision Training Brand for Sale
    $1,000,000
     Chicago Illinois USA

    An innovative sports performance company is seeking a strategic acquirer for its patented vision tra...

    An innovative sports performance company is seeking a strategic acquirer for its patented vision training technology. The flagship product is a proven, field-tested solution trusted by athletes across baseball, softball, golf, and other sports to enh...

    Manufacturing
         
  • Home Improvement
    Chicagoland HVAC Services Company for Sale
    $1,300,000
     Chicago Illinois USA

    The Company is a locally operated provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services in...

    The Company is a locally operated provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services in the Chicagoland area. It specializes in the installation, maintenance, and repair of various systems, including furnaces, boilers, air conditioners, ...

    Building HVAC Home Improvement
         
  • Financial
    Established Accounting Firm
    $250,000
      Illinois USA

    This is an impressive, well-respected accounting firm, located in south western Illinois, has been i...

    This is an impressive, well-respected accounting firm, located in south western Illinois, has been in operation for over 52 years. This firm specializes in accounting services, auditing, check writing, income tax preparation, payroll tax preparation,...

    Accounting Tax Financial
         
  • Automotive
    Highly Motivated Seller! Auto Repair Garage
    $200,000
      Illinois USA

    Great opportunity to own this thriving auto repair shop in western Illinois. The business provides a...

    Great opportunity to own this thriving auto repair shop in western Illinois. The business provides a full-service menu to include basic maintenance, engine repair, replacement of transmissions, batteries, alternator service, brakes, oil changes, even...

    Auto Repair Automotive
         
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    IL Franchise Opportunities for Sale

    • Franchise Opportunities
      Fitness Together Franchise
      $147,000+

      Fitness Together is not another gym franchise. We are a private personal training studio that offers...

      Fitness Together is not another gym franchise. We are a private personal training studio that offers every client a personalized workout experience based on their goals. Our certified trainers provide the accountability, motivation, guidance and supp...

      Fitness Fitness Centers Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      LaRosa's Pizzerias Franchise
      $850,000+

      LaRosa's is a family-style pizzeria serving over 40 menu items for dine-in, carry-out or delivery. F...

      LaRosa's is a family-style pizzeria serving over 40 menu items for dine-in, carry-out or delivery. For over 60 years, we've demonstrated consistent performance and proven guest appeal. All pick-up and delivery orders are taken in our unique Guest Ser...

      Food Restaurants Pizza Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Kiddie Academy Franchise
      $400,000+

      Working families in need of educational child care are short on time and long on expectations. They ...

      Working families in need of educational child care are short on time and long on expectations. They require options that engage their children, mentally, physically and socially. As a Kiddie Academy franchisee, youll be provided the opportunity to a...

      Education Schools Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      LunchboxWax Franchise
      $350,000+

      LunchboxWax is a boutique speed-waxing franchise catering to guests who are mindful about the busine...

      LunchboxWax is a boutique speed-waxing franchise catering to guests who are mindful about the businesses and people they choose for personal services. We are a fast-growing, progressive movement in search of high caliber leaders capable of building a...

      Food Sandwich Restaurants 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
      The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Franchise
      $296,500+

      Born and brewed in Southern California since 1963, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is the oldest and...

      Born and brewed in Southern California since 1963, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is the oldest and largest privately-held specialty coffee and tea retailer in the United States. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf has since grown to over 1,200 stores wo...

      Food Coffee Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      uBreakiFix Franchise

      Founded in 2009, uBreakiFix specializes in the repair of small electronics, ranging from smartphones...

      Founded in 2009, uBreakiFix specializes in the repair of small electronics, ranging from smartphones, game consoles, tablets, computers, and everything in between. Cracked screens, software issues, camera issues, and most other problems can be repair...

      General Service Equipment Repair 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
      Tint World Franchise

      Tint World was founded in 1982 with its first Tint World Center in Fort Lauderdale Florida that sta...

      Tint World was founded in 1982 with its first Tint World Center in Fort Lauderdale Florida that started out specializing in window tinting and expanded services to include: mobile electronics, car auto video, auto security, car and truck accessories...

      Franchise Opportunities
           
    • 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
      Ground Round Grill & Bar Franchise

      Ground Round Grill and Bar is a known Casual Dining brand since 1969, offering a two room concept f...

      Ground Round Grill and Bar is a known Casual Dining brand since 1969, offering a two room concept for families or adults meeting friends or watching the game. Since 2004, our brand is owned by our franchisees and offers a unique franchise model, whe...

      Food Restaurants Bars Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Carvel Franchise

      Since 1934, our guests have craved Carvel, Americas Freshest Ice Cream. They love the taste of fr...

      Since 1934, our guests have craved Carvel, Americas Freshest Ice Cream. They love the taste of fresh, handcrafted ice cream, which keeps them coming back for more. Its a tradition. That valued tradition is even more important now as the Carvel b...

      Ice Cream 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
      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
      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
           

     

     

    How to Sell my Evanston Business?

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

    If you are a small business owner interested in selling your business by yourself in Evanston, IL 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 Evanston 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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