Why Buy a Business in Cockatoo?
Cockatoo presents a blend of rural atmosphere and commercial activity. Retail areas cluster along McBride Street, providing local services. Australian Bureau of Statistics data reveals diverse age ranges within the population. Income levels vary. Economic drivers include tourism related to natural attractions and local businesses catering to residents. Employment stems from small enterprises and ventures outside the suburb. The area's character reflects its location on the fringe of urban development, with a mix of established residents and newer families. Data provides insights into the community's socioeconomic profile.
497 businesses for sale
Jamaica Blue: Stockland Gladstone
Gladstone Central, QLD 4680 224.4 km away
Cash/Equity required: $60,000
Investment: From $100K
Business Type: Franchise Resale
Gloria Jean's: Bundaberg Sugarland (Stockland)
Bundaberg West, QLD 4670 226.2 km away
Cash/Equity required: $60,000
Investment: From $100K
Business Type: Franchise Resale
Donut King: Bundaberg Hinkler
Bundaberg Central, QLD 4670 227.7 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Gloria Jean's: Bundaberg (Hinkler)
Bundaberg Central, QLD 4670 227.7 km away
Cash/Equity required: $30,000
Investment: From $50K
Business Type: Franchise Resale
Banjo's Bakery: Gympie
Gympie, QLD 4570 247.9 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Donut King: Gympie
Gympie, QLD 4570 247.9 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: Franchise Resale
Muffin Break: Gympie Central
Gympie, QLD 4570 247.9 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: New Franchise
Muffin Break: Rockhampton
Rockhampton City, QLD 4700 253.6 km away
Cash/Equity required: $30,000
Investment: From $50K
Business Type: Franchise Resale
Banjo's Bakery: Hervey Bay
Dundowran Beach, QLD 4655 255.3 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Degani Bakery Cafe: Toowoomba
Toowoomba City, QLD 4350 271.1 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Muffin Break: Grand Central
Toowoomba City, QLD 4350 271.1 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: New Franchise
Milky Lane: Toowoomba
Toowoomba City, QLD 4350 271.1 km away
Cash/Equity required: $300,000
Investment: From $500K
Business Type: New Franchise
Donut King: Clifford Gardens
Toowoomba, QLD 4350 271.4 km away
Cash/Equity required: $60,000
Investment: From $100K
Business Type: Franchise Resale
Milky Lane: Noosa
Noosaville, QLD 4566 292.8 km away
Cash/Equity required: $300,000
Investment: From $500K
Business Type: New Franchise
San Churro: Noosa
Noosaville, QLD 4566 292.8 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Banjo's Bakery: D'aguilar
D'Aguilar, QLD 4514 293.8 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Acai Brothers: Coolum Beach
Coolum Beach, QLD 4573 297.5 km away
Cash/Equity required: $60,000
Investment: From $100K
Business Type: New Franchise
Banjo's Bakery: Goondiwindi
Goondiwindi, QLD 4390 308.1 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Degani Bakery Cafe: Carrimundi
Currimundi, QLD 4551 311.8 km away
Cash/Equity required: $240,000
Investment: From $400K
Business Type: New Franchise
Liv Eat: Caloundra
Caloundra, QLD 4551 313.5 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: New Franchise
Noodle Box: Caloundra
Caloundra, QLD 4551 313.5 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: New Franchise
Muffin Break: Morayfield
Morayfield, QLD 4506 314.9 km away
Cash/Equity required: $30,000
Investment: From $50K
Business Type: Franchise Resale
Muffin Break: Central Highlands Marketplace
Emerald, QLD 4720 315.5 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: New Franchise
Gloria Jean's: Emerald Kiosk
Emerald, QLD 4720 315.5 km away
Cash/Equity required: $60,000
Investment: From $100K
Business Type: Franchise Resale
Donut King: Deception Bay Market Sq K5
Deception Bay, QLD 4508 323.1 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Jamaica Blue: Westfield North Lakes
North Lakes, QLD 4509 325.6 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Muffin Break: Westfield North Lakes
North Lakes, QLD 4509 325.6 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: New Franchise
Banjo's Bakery: Rothwell
Rothwell, QLD 4022 328.5 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Liv Eat: Bunya
Bunya, QLD 4055 328.6 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: New Franchise
San Churro: North Ipswich
North Ipswich, QLD 4305 329.7 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Degani Bakery Cafe: Arana Hills
Arana Hills, QLD 4054 331.2 km away
Cash/Equity required: $240,000
Investment: From $400K
Business Type: New Franchise
San Churro: Kippa-Ring
Kippa-Ring, QLD 4021 331.4 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Noodle Box: Ipswich
Ipswich, QLD 4305 331.8 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: New Franchise
Muffin Break: Springfield Orion
Ipswich, QLD 4305 331.8 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: New Franchise
San Churro: Mitchelton
Mitchelton, QLD 4053 333.5 km away
Cash/Equity required: $180,000
Investment: From $300K
Business Type: New Franchise
Donut King: Donut King Brookside
Mitchelton, QLD 4053 333.5 km away
Cash/Equity required: $120,000
Investment: From $200K
Business Type: Franchise Resale
FAQs Frequently Asked Questions
The best franchise for you is one that aligns with your personal values, culture, skills, and working style. Success in franchising isn't just about choosing the most popular or profitable brand — it's about finding the right fit. The most successful franchisees typically choose a business that matches their culture, values and workstyle.
To help you make an informed choice, take the Hattch Compatibility Assessment. It’s a quick and effective tool that matches you with franchises based on your unique profile — providing a compatibility score for each brand. This helps you narrow your options and focus on franchises where you're most likely to succeed.
Buying a franchise is typically funded by combining your savings with property equity you have, and financing the balance through a lender.
In addition to your savings and equity, banks can lend against the future cash flows of the business. This typically can be approximately 50% of the total investment required. Each one of our listings has a calculator for you to see if you can afford that franchise or business for sale.
Building a strong business plan is a crucial step when buying a franchise or business for sale. It helps you clarify your goals, secure finance, and map out how the business will operate and grow.
A typical business plan should include:
- Executive Summary – A snapshot of your business and goals
- Business Description – What the business does and its market position
- Products/Services – What you’re offering and how it meets customer needs
- Market Analysis – Target market, competition, and growth opportunities
- Operations Plan – Daily operations, staffing, suppliers, and systems
- Marketing Strategy – How you’ll attract and retain customers
- Financial Forecasts – Budgets, cash flow projections, and funding needs
A well-prepared business plan also strengthens your case when applying for finance through banks or finance brokers.
Financing a franchise or business for sale can be achieved through a variety of options, including bank loans, franchisor-provided finance, personal loans, home equity loans, or rolling over retirement funds. Many buyers also work with franchise finance brokers who can help identify the most suitable lending solutions and streamline the application process. Lenders will generally assess your credit profile, business plan, available security, and the reputation of the franchise or business you’re purchasing.
Before buying a franchise or business for sale in Australia, it's essential to seek legal advice from a lawyer who specialises in franchising and is familiar with the Franchising Code of Conduct. This code is a mandatory industry regulation overseen by the ACCC and outlines the rights and responsibilities of both franchisors and franchisees.
A qualified franchise lawyer can help you:
- Review the Franchise Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement
- Identify any unfair contract terms or risks
- Ensure you understand your obligations and exit options
- Clarify any ongoing fees, marketing contributions, and renewal terms
