REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Gudauri
$5,900,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Gudauri
$5,900,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Georgia
$815,000
Eureka Springs, AR
$5,000,000
Iredell County, NC
$295,000
Florida
$14,500,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Minocqua, WI
$4,950,000
Riverhead, NY
$20,000,000
South Carolina
$499,500
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Texas
$499,000
Marianna, FL
$3,500,000
Georgia
$14,950,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Mexico
$4,750,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Phillipsburg, MO
$1,000,000
$745,000
Alzada, MT
Lake Havasu City, AZ
$200,000
Athens, GA
$8,500,000
Raymond Melcher Jr
Marathon Capital Advisors
Serving Berks County, PA
VR Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) is a boutique firm serving small and mid-sized privately-held companies. VR located in Wyomissing was established in 2006 and is led by Raymond Melcher Jr., a former bank CEO. We are professionals experienced in all aspects of M&A transactions including marketing, negotiating, structuring, financing and transition planning. We seek to build long-term relationships with our clients that often begin well before they are ready to sell a business and long after the transaction has been closed. This relationship approach enables us to provide the best advice for our clients, which encompasses working with clients’ financial and legal advisors to ensure that when it is time for a transaction, we negotiate the financial and non-financial issues to produce the best possible results for our clients.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Indiana
$4,225,000
Ely, MN
$2,500,000
Caineville, UT
$1,000,000
Washington
$22,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Suffolk County, NY
$20,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Mexican Hat, UT
$3,995,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Vermont
$1,700,000
Quanah, TX
$2,520,000
$4,799,000
North Topsail Beach, NC
Aventura, FL
$15,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Pittsburg, NH
$3,999,500
Antimony, UT
$3,500,000
The travel industry includes several types of businesses, such as travel agencies, lodging franchises, and recreational rental businesses. Tourism is a strong industry in many parts of the world, though in some areas it may be affected by seasonal weather and other factors. There may be both physical and online travel businesses for sale, as the industry features both types of operations. The industry also includes many traditional businesses: RV parks, hotels, car rental agencies, and tour providers.
With the growing popularity of online sales, travel agency owners may be able to reduce overhead costs by transitioning from a traditional office model to e-commerce. Individuals who buy a physical travel business, such as a lodging or rental franchise, may have the opportunity to be influential in their local communities. Those who are passionate about local history, culture, and geography may enjoy operating a business that provides tours.
Those who are looking to buy a travel business should understand the potential benefits and challenges of such a career. Purchasing a franchise often allows an individual to gain access to operations manuals, advertising materials, and support from the franchisor. Many franchises, especially hotels and other large businesses, require a substantial financial investment. While most have established systems that provide clear operating instructions to new owners, some franchisors also have strict requirements the owners must follow. In some cases, purchasing a franchise allows an individual to exchange some operational freedom for the stability of a proven system.
Buying a travel business could be a good opportunity for an individual who enjoys the tourism industry and is prepared to follow the franchisor's system faithfully.