Match your lifestyle, skills, and goals to the right opportunity
Not every business is right for every buyer.
A restaurant that's perfect for someone who loves hospitality would be a nightmare for someone who hates weekends. This quiz matches your preferences to business types that actually fit your life.
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Service
B2B or home services
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Retail
Storefront business
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E-commerce
Online business
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Food/Bev
Restaurant, cafe, bar
Question 1 of 12
How much time can you commit to running a business?
Full-time (40+ hours/week)I'm going all in
Part-time (15-30 hours/week)I have other commitments
Semi-absentee (under 15 hours)I want to oversee, not operate
Question 2 of 12
How do you feel about managing employees?
I enjoy leading teamsPeople management is a strength
I can manage a small team (2-5 people)Manageable but not my favorite
I prefer working solo or with contractorsLess HR, more focus
Question 3 of 12
What's your strongest skill set?
Sales and relationship building
Operations and logistics
Marketing and digital skills
Technical or trade expertise
Question 4 of 12
What kind of schedule appeals to you?
Monday-Friday, business hoursPredictable 9-5 type schedule
Flexible but consistentSome control over my time
I'm fine with evenings and weekendsWhen the customers need me
Question 5 of 12
How important is location independence?
Very important - I want to work from anywhere
Somewhat - occasional flexibility is nice
Not important - I'll be at a physical location
Question 6 of 12
What's your risk tolerance?
Higher risk for higher potential returns
Moderate - balanced risk and reward
Lower risk - steady cash flow is key
Question 7 of 12
How much capital do you have to invest?
Under $100,000
$100,000 - $300,000
$300,000+
Question 8 of 12
Do you have relevant industry experience?
Yes, direct experience in my target industry
Related experience (transferable skills)
No, but I'm a quick learner
No, I want something I can learn remotely
Question 9 of 12
What matters more to you?
High growth potential (even if riskier)
Stable, predictable cash flow
Lifestyle and passion alignment
Ability to scale with systems
Question 10 of 12
Are you open to franchises?
Yes, I like proven systems and support
Open to it, but prefer independent
No, I want full control and flexibility
Question 11 of 12
What's your financing situation?
Already pre-approved for SBA loan
Good credit, planning to get SBA financing
All cash buyer
Need to figure out financing first
Question 12 of 12
What sounds most appealing to you?
Solving problems for other businessesB2B services, consulting, contractors
Creating a great customer experienceRetail, showrooms, brick-and-mortar
Building something scalable onlineE-commerce, SaaS, digital products
Feeding people and building communityRestaurants, cafes, food businesses
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Best Match
SERVICE BUSINESS
B2B or professional services
Full-Time Operator
Your Match Scores
Service
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Retail
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E-commerce
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Food/Bev
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Examples in Your Price Range
5 Red Flags to Watch When Buying
Tax returns don't match financials - Always request 3 years
Customer concentration >30% - What if they leave?
Seller won't stay for transition - 60-90 days is standard
Inflated add-backs - Verify every SDE adjustment
Urgent sale, vague reasons - Dig deeper on "why"
Your Next Steps
This quiz gives you a starting point. The best way to know what fits is to look at real listings and talk to a broker about your specific situation.
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