Businesses For Sale in Sumter SC Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in Sumter SC

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

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

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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
      Pollo Campero Franchise

      Pollo Campero is a fast-casual chicken restaurant brand specializing in flavorful chicken and a whol...

      Pollo Campero is a fast-casual chicken restaurant brand specializing in flavorful chicken and a wholesome menu focused on easy to share individual and family meals. Pollo Camperos menu was developed using a combination of familiar and unique flavors...

      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
      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
      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
      Rusty Taco Franchise
      $512,425+

      Our fast casual franchise serves street-style tacos like youve never seen! Rusty Taco is a distinct...

      Our fast casual franchise serves street-style tacos like youve never seen! Rusty Taco is a distinctive taco franchise that celebrates what we believe: Tacos are the Most Important Meal of the Day! With our business model, youll serve up handmade...

      Food Restaurants Mexican Taco Burrito 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
      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
      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
      Cinnabon Franchise

      For more than 30 years, consumers have flocked to Cinnabon Bakeries to satisfy that one-of-a-kind cr...

      For more than 30 years, consumers have flocked to Cinnabon Bakeries to satisfy that one-of-a-kind craving for our cinnamon treats. From the original Bakery opened in 1985, the Cinnabon experience has grown to meet consumer demand. Not only have Baker...

      Food Restaurants Coffee Bakeries 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
      Moe's Southwest Grill Franchise
      $30,000+

      Moe's Southwest Grill is a top-ranking fast casual concept. With 20+ ingredients inspired by the Sou...

      Moe's Southwest Grill is a top-ranking fast casual concept. With 20+ ingredients inspired by the Southwest, it doesn't matter if you're vegetarian, vegan, or gluten free - Moe's Southwest Grill has something for everyone. With fast-growing off premis...

      Food Sub Sandwich Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Jani-King Franchise
      $255,000+

      Jani-King is the world's largest commercial cleaning franchise company with more than 12,000 franchi...

      Jani-King is the world's largest commercial cleaning franchise company with more than 12,000 franchisees serving tens of thousands of customers. Through a globa... l network of more than 120 regional support offices worldwide, Jani-King offers superi...

      Cleaning Janitorial Office Cleaning Commercial Cleaning Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      City Wide Franchise
      $197,150+

      City Wide is the largest management company in the building maintenance industry, facilitating janit...

      City Wide is the largest management company in the building maintenance industry, facilitating janitorial and more than 20 additional maintenance services for every client. City Wide typically deals with clients who are frustrated with managing multi...

      Cleaning Janitorial Office Cleaning Commercial Cleaning 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
           

     

     

    How to Sell my Sumter Business?

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

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