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Buying A Business
LOOKING AT THE COST OF BUYING A BUSINESS
Here at Sunbelt, we work closely with each individual seller in order to find a fair and reasonable price for the business they are looking to sell. It can be expected that the sellerƒ?Ts net income will be approximately equal to the down payment for that business. Some advantages of buying a previously established business: - Your employees will already be trained. - The company will already have established both a solid customer base and a reputation. - You will have a return on investment in one year. - You will have an instant cash flow. - A credit history will already be established with the company. - You will have a job for as long as you keep the company, perhaps even for the rest of your life!

What makes a FRANCHISEE?
Franchisees tend to prefer less risky ventures because they are more cautious. A franchisee welcomes the guidance of experts and also enjoys interacting with both the franchiser and his or her fellow franchisees. A franchisee is often more conservative in decisions. Furthermore, a franchisee has a methodical approach and likes to mitigate risks.

FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT FRANCHISES
Since youƒ?Tve discussed the points of the business that are right for you with our trained professionals; you know that you have purchased the business that is perfect to suit you and your family for life. After years in the field helping other prospective buyers, each with their own unique history and needs, we have the experience you can count on to find you a great deal on a business that you can be successful with. Furthermore, thanks to our diligent screening process, youƒ?Tll buy your business from a seller that you can trust. Finally, with our specialized and targeted search, youƒ?Tve avoided looking at inappropriate businesses and thus saved your valuable time and effort.

• In 2000, the pre-tax median income for franchisees ranged between $75,000 amd $125,000. About 30% of franchisees earned over $150,000.
• A new franchise business opens every eight minutes of every business day.
• Franchise Businesses account for 42% of all retail sales in the United States.
• 86% of all franchises opened in the last five years are still under original ownership and 97% of them are still open for business, as opposed to start-ups.
• One out of every twelve businesses is a franchise.

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