Businesses For Sale in Rockford IL Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in Rockford IL

If you are looking to start a new business in the Rockford 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 Rockford 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 Rockford

Many potential business buyers search online for a Rockford 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 Rockford IL area business broker can be beneficial contrary to what some buyers tend to think. Find Rockford 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

  • Home Improvement
    Solid Net Chicago Window Repair Service Company
    $500,000
    New
     Chicago Illinois USA

    This Window Repair Service Business is a reputable and reliable service provider specializing in the...

    This Window Repair Service Business is a reputable and reliable service provider specializing in the repair and restoration of windows for residential and commercial properties. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, the company h...

    Home Improvement
         
  • Health Care
    Well-Established Dental Practice for Sale
    $599,000
     Naperville Illinois USA

    Are you ready to take the reins of a well-established Dental Practice with over 40 years of industry...

    Are you ready to take the reins of a well-established Dental Practice with over 40 years of industry experience? Look no further! This is your opportunity to join forces with an experienced dentist who is preparing to retire in the next 2-3 years and...

    Medical Dental Practices Health Care
         
  • Technology
    IP W/Patent Manages At-Risk Patients’ Vital Signs
    $30,000,000
     Chicago Illinois USA

    Our client is offering a patented Intellectual Property to manage Real Time Vital Signs of at-risk p...

    Our client is offering a patented Intellectual Property to manage Real Time Vital Signs of at-risk patients, and to safely provide them to the Physicians, Nurses and other Primary Care Providers in underserved Rural and Urban Communities. Our client ...

    Tech SAAS Software Technology
         
  • Pet
    Full Service Veterinary Clinic
    $195,000
      Illinois USA

    Since the 1960's this well established and trust veterinary clinic has served the southeastern quart...

    Since the 1960's this well established and trust veterinary clinic has served the southeastern quarter of Illinois. A large majority of the business derives from small animals with only a small percent dedicated to the treatment of livestock. For the...

    Veterinary Pet
         
  • 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
         
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    IL Franchise Opportunities for Sale

    • Franchise Opportunities
      Sport Clips Franchise
      $204,800+

      Sport Clips Haircuts is a sports-themed hair care franchise specializing in haircuts for men and boy...

      Sport Clips Haircuts is a sports-themed hair care franchise specializing in haircuts for men and boys, and offers a semi-absentee, recession resistant, lifestyle franchise (12-15 hours per week is typical) for professionals who want to continue to wo...

      Hair Beauty Hair Salons 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
      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
      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
      McAlister's Deli Franchise

      For more than 30 years, McAlister's Deli has been a place where everyone feels welcome. McAlister's ...

      For more than 30 years, McAlister's Deli has been a place where everyone feels welcome. McAlister's Deli proudly offers real, handcrafted food made from fresh, wholesome ingredients. Every sandwich, salad, and spud is made special by the crew with ge...

      Food Restaurants Delis Sub Sandwich Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Franchise

      Fast-casual restaurant concept Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers brings to life the Americ...

      Fast-casual restaurant concept Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers brings to life the America of the late 1940s and early 1950s, a post-war era of pride and values focusing on unity and quality family time. Menu items are cooked-to-order and ...

      Food Restaurants Ice Cream 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
      Del Taco Franchise
      $859,700+

      For over 50 years, Del Taco has been heating up the Mexican QSR category. With over 560 restaurants ...

      For over 50 years, Del Taco has been heating up the Mexican QSR category. With over 560 restaurants in 14 states and growing, weve built a bolder, fresher, better brand offering unbelievable value, uncompromising quality and freshness, and a taste f...

      Food Restaurants Taco Burrito Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      CoreLife Eatery Franchise

      CoreLife Eatery is an emerging leader in the healthy fast casual restaurant segment, featuring scrat...

      CoreLife Eatery is an emerging leader in the healthy fast casual restaurant segment, featuring scratch made Green and Grain Bowls, Warm Rice Bowls, Entre Plates and Bone Broth Bowls and Soups. CoreLife does not use any artificial sweeteners, colors,...

      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
      9Round Fitness Franchise
      $91,600+

      At 9Round, we offer a kickboxing-themed fitness program that incorporates functional, interval, card...

      At 9Round, we offer a kickboxing-themed fitness program that incorporates functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens. The programs consist of a proprietary system of nine challenging workout stations developed by a profession...

      Fitness Fitness Centers Gyms Health Clubs 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
      Schlotzsky's Franchise
      $503,814+

      Schlotzsky's combines the bold variety of a food truck park with the come-as-you-are atmosphere of A...

      Schlotzsky's combines the bold variety of a food truck park with the come-as-you-are atmosphere of Austin, Texas. The bread is baked fresh from scratch every morning. Schlotzsky's keeps flavors fresh and vibes chill for a unique destination that stri...

      Food Restaurants Deli Sub Sandwich Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      servpro Franchise

      Since 1967, the SERVPRO Franchise System has been a leader in fire and water cleanup and restoration...

      Since 1967, the SERVPRO Franchise System has been a leader in fire and water cleanup and restoration services, and mold mitigation and remediation. SERVPRO's network of more than 1,700 individually owned and operated Franchises responds to property d...

      Construction Remodeling Restoration Mold Remediation Maintenance Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      The UPS Store Franchise
      $58,248+

      Backed by over 35 years of franchise experience, The UPS Store continues to be an industry leader am...

      Backed by over 35 years of franchise experience, The UPS Store continues to be an industry leader among todays most rewarding franchise opportunities with a myriad of accolades and recognitions to prove it. The UPS Store awards like these are a te...

      Business Service Printing Copy Postal Shipping Mailbox Franchise Opportunities
           

     

     

    How to Sell my Rockford Business?

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

    If you are a small business owner interested in selling your business by yourself in Rockford, 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 Rockford 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: Rockford, IL area business for sale listings and other Illinois small business opportunities advertised on this page are classified ads listed by a local small biz owner or by a Rockford, IL 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.