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Peter Siegel, MBA is a nationally known consultant and author - with over 25 years experience on the topic of selling, buying, and niche financing (the purchase of), small to mid-sized businesses. His clients include: business buyers, business owners/sellers, small business advisors, and business brokers. |
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This Blog contains observations, tips, news, events, and case studies relating to selling or buying a small business. |
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This Blog is ideal for business buyers, business owners, advisors, business brokers & agents. |
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11/4/08
Starting Your Own Business: Workshop In LA 11/6
An all-day workshop that is an ideal starting point for the start-up entrepreneur and new business owner looking for answers. Hear a panel of working professionals cover topics such as finance, accounting, insurance, marketing and legal.
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11/4/08
Unlocking Business Value Webinar 11/13
The major key to unlocking business wealth is identifying cause-and-effect relationships. In most valuation reports, we see only effects: “ABC’s inventory turnover is less than ½ the industry average.
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6/20/08
Free Small Business Expo In Fullerton June 21st
A free expo to aid small business entrepreneurs who want to start or expand a business, improve marketing and learn how to gain access to capital, is scheduled for Saturday, June 21, 2008, at the Cal State Fullerton Titan Student Union, 800 N. St. College Blvd (enter at Gym Drive and park in parking structure #2).
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6/12/08
SBDC Buying or Selling A/Your Business Program: 6/19
East Bay's, SBDC, Seminar Series will be in Oakland on Thursday, June 19th for its Buying or Selling A/Your Business program. This class is a must for any small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning how to successfully buy a business or sell their own.
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5/19/08
Western Regional Business Matchmaking: San Jose 5/20/08
Small business owners who want a chance to win contracts with government agencies and government suppliers are invited to attend the fourth annual Western Regional Business Matchmaking event in San Jose, May 20, at the DoubleTree Hotel.
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5/15/08
Introduction to California Business Brokerage
Now is the time to become a business brokerage professional as baby boomers look to sell their businesses. The California Association of Business Brokers will be offering an “Introduction to California Business Brokerage” course on Thursday and Friday, June 12-13, 2008
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3/31/08
Upcoming Workshop: Loans Available to Small Business
Central California SCORE has a workshop on “All the Loans Available to Small Business from City, County, State and Federal Sources” on April 9th at National University (NE Corner of the #41 Freeway and Friant Ave.)
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3/9/08
Inland Empire SBDC - March 2008 Small Business Workshops
The Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers low-cost and no cost training on a variety of business topics; this training is offered in conjunction with our confidential one-on-one Business Consulting.
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3/9/08
Workshop: Start Your Business on Solid Legal Ground
On March 12, 2008, the Los Angeles Chapter of SCORE, in conjunction with the Los Angeles Athletic Club and USC's Gould School of Law, will hold a seminar for entrepreneurs and business people who are interested in learning about starting a business on solid legal ground.
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3/9/08
SBDC Workshop: Lean Manufacturing & Value Stream Mapping
Part one of this two part workshop reviews and defines lean manufacturing and the five-step process of lean manufacturing. The second part of the workshop is intended to provide a logistics overview of lean concepts and principles.
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2/27/08
Today's BizBen News: Cool Power Hour Webinar Tonight
Today BizBen news has information about tonights Power Hour Webinar with our first guest panalist, some great new listings - write ups and concepts, last week salse stats, and a tip on how to select a business broker from Joe Robertson at Southern California business brokers & more!
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10/29/07
Franchise Wireless Toyz Offering Franchise Seminar
You'll hear about what is takes to own and operate a wireless retailer, how you can represent the biggest name in brands in the wireless industry, what are the costs of ownership and how being part of a nationwide wireless retailer is the best avenue to get into this fast growing industry.
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7/30/07
Upcoming Sacramento Workshop: Buying A Business
Learn what you need to know to successfully find and purchase an existing business or start a new franchise by attending the informative Seminar entitled: "How to Buy an Existing Business or start a Franchise Business".
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6/4/07
How To Buy A Coin Laundry - Seminar This Week
This seminar will address the lucrative vended laundry industry and the many well-established Laundromats PWS - The Laundry Company has for sale throughout Southern California. The minimum investment is $100K. The average cash-on-cash return is 20% - 25% with a part-time commitment and Great Tax Advantages!
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2/26/07
How to Buy the Right California Franchise
If you want to buy a franchise, California is the right place to be. California leads the nation in franchises. Come to this online seminar to help you learn about buying a California franchise.
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2/13/07
How to Buy a Small Business - Online Workshop
Have you looked for answers to your questions about how to buy a small business? Have you searched the internet? Talked to lots of brokers about different opportunities? Has it left you confused or frustrated? Attend the How to Buy a Small Business Free Online Workshop.
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2/12/07
How To Sell A Small Business - Free Online Workshop
How to sell a small business is a free workshop designed for small and mid-sized owners who are thinking of selling their business. Learn what to do to prepare and value the business in California. The workshop is taught by Peter Siegel, MBA.
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2/6/07
Business Training In San Jose
Get business training with Silicon Valley SCORE training workshops and seminars to help you. They are held in the training rooms in the San Jose Entrepreneur Center at 84 W. Santa Clara Street. For details see: http://svscore.org/workshopSeminars.htm
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1/19/07
Selling a California Business Workshop
Learn the secrets of selling a California business for the right price. Free workshop in Irvine, California. Taught by business broker Christina Krikorian.
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2/12/07
Business Valuation Workshop & How To Sell Your Business
What business owners need to know to prepare their business for sale. Maximize the value of your business. We will cover the biggest mistakes owners make that can decrease the eventual value a willing buyer will pay for their business.
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2/9/07
Buying a Business Basics - Workshop For Business Buyers
Frustrated about buying a business? California business broker Rick Eggleton helps people find the right business for them. He's been doing it for more than 20 years. Learn what you need to know when buying a business with this free online webinar.
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1/30/07
Choosing a Franchise For Sale - Online Workshop
Choosing a franchise for sale online workshop by California business broker Rick Eggleton will help potential buyers find out whether franchise ownership is right for them. Learn the basics of franchise selection, research, financing and answer the questions about franchising that you never thought to ask. It’s FREE, interactive, and informative.
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2/23/07
How to Buy the Right Business or Franchise - Seminar
How to Buy the Right Business or Franchise - Seminar, Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 Topic: Learn if business ownership is for you. Explore the pros and cons of buying an existing business or franchise, plus tips on financing. Free counseling to qualified buyers and investors.
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1/19/07
CABB Course 100 Coming Next Month
This is a two day course begins on February 8 and continuing on February 9th. The times of the classes are from 9-5 both days. There will be a Continental Breakfast provided beginning at 8:30 AM. Lunch will also be served around 12:00 PM. Please be prompt, as classes will begin at 9:00 AM sharp! You must bring a calculator with you as part of the course will be recasting financial statements.
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1/26/07
Sell A Small Business - Workshop In Westwood, California
Sell a small business in Southern California with help from business broker Bill Kobayashi. The free event will be held in Westwood, California and will demystifiy the process of getting the best price for your small to mid-sized business.
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1/13/07
California Chamber of Commerce Labor Law Workshop
California Chamber of Commerce presents a labor law workshop. Human resources 201 covers California legislation and regulations. Learn about everything from minimum wage, to sexual harrassment, and hiring. Different times and locations throughout the state.
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1/13/07
Orange County SCORE Self Employment Workshop
Orange County SCORE Workshop on self employment is in Mission Viejo, California. Be your own boss and learn basics about the different types of businesses -- franchise, start-up, consulting. The workshop will close with a panel discussion on business financing.
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2/1/07
How to Buy a Business or Franchise - Workshop
How to Buy a Business or Franchise - Workshop: Buyers learn a step-by-step process to find, evaluate, negotiate, finance and acquire a good business. Presented by Al Statz of Sunbelt Business Advisors. Hosted by the Small Business Development Center.
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12/20/06
How to Value and Sell your Business Workshop
Sell a California Business by knowing about business buyers, business brokers, and what paperwork or information you must have. Also learn how to negotiate with potential business buyers.
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8/24/06
Workshop - Selling Your Los Angeles/Ventura County Based Business
Selling your business workshop will cover: valuation techniques, determining owner benefit, valuing assets and inventory, and how to pre-qualify your business for SBA financing. It will also cover whether or not you should offer owner financing, how to structure the best deals, and what information you need to gather to expedite the selling process.
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8/17/06
CABB Educational Program Coming In September
Introduction To Business Brokerage - Educational Event. 2-day, 16-hour, course covering all aspects of business brokerage is offered in both Northern California and Southern California. Designed for California business brokers.
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