Friday, April 17, 2009

Kentucky Bed & Breakfast opportunities

For the right person or couple , owning a Bed & Breakfast can be a nice business opportunity especially if one want to make a life change and get on a different track . It is very much a " lifestyle business " but some that that is the perfect fit . If you are interested in Kentucky Bed & Breakfast opportunities please contact me .

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

USDA Loan Programs

Many people are aware of SBA loan guarantee programs . However, there are also loan guarantee programs available through the USDA http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/ . These loans are only available for uses in rural areas ( as defined by the USDA ) . As with the SBA , the process is a "process" but can be very useful for many business acquistion and other financing purposes .

Saturday, March 28, 2009

Seeking Niche Software Company

We are seeking a niche software company with EBITDA of $2-5mm .

Friday, March 27, 2009

Limestone M&A Alliance created

Kentucky business intermediaries Mark Sievers and Jay Knoblett has created an alliance called the Limestone M&A Alliance www.limestonealliance.com which will work to accelerate "main street " and "mid market" business transaction deal flow in Kentucky and beyond . Services included business brokerage , consulting , troubled company workout assistance , etc...

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Six Long John Silver's For Sale in Arizona

I am representing the owner of six Long John Silver's located in a large Arizona market. A buyer who could acquire these stores plus build the market out with four more stores could dramatically increase the quantity and quality of their media buy including more TV which should increase the sales for all stores . Asking price is $2,800,000 . All stores have completed their required image enhancement ,

Sunday, March 15, 2009

Workout a better alternative to bankruptcy

This is a link to an article in Franchise Times about how in today's credit environment developing a workout plan can be a superior alternative to filing bankruptcy . A great resource for putting together such plans can be business brokers and consultants .

http://www.franchisetimes.com/content/story.php?article=01246

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Kentucky Great Clips Franchises Available

Franchises are still available for Great Clips www.greatclips.com hair salon in central Kentucky , Louisville and other markets . This brand has a great track record and brand equity in Kentucky and would be a great opportunity for someone wanting to get into their own business with a national support system . Contact me for details !