How do I buy a Florida liquor license?
For an existing transferable quota license, first choose the license type and county, find available licenses, compare market pricing and financing, verify the exact license and seller, negotiate a written purchase agreement, prepare the required ABT-6002 transfer filing and supporting materials, and coordinate closing with the required DBPR approval.
How much does it cost to buy a Florida liquor license?
The purchase price of a transferable Florida quota liquor license is a private-market price that can vary substantially by county, license type, available inventory, status and demand. Buyers should separate the negotiated purchase price from DBPR fees, quota transfer fees, professional costs, financing costs and other transaction expenses.
What is the difference between a 4COP and 3PS liquor license?
A 4COP-family quota license is commonly used for full-liquor on-premises concepts such as bars, lounges and nightclubs, while a 3PS-family quota license is generally used for package sales of beer, wine and spirits for off-premises consumption. Confirm the exact series and approved privileges for the specific license and business plan.
Can I buy a Florida liquor license in one county and use it in another?
Florida quota licensing is county-specific. Buyers should not assume a quota license purchased in one county can simply be moved to another. Confirm the specific license, county and proposed location with DBPR before committing to a purchase.
What should I check before buying a Florida liquor license?
Verify the license number, series, county, ownership, status, renewal history, disclosed liens or security interests, intended use and any escrow or inactive status. Also confirm buyer qualifications, zoning, right of occupancy, transfer fees and the documents required for the DBPR transfer filing.
Which form is used to transfer ownership of a Florida alcoholic beverage license?
Florida DBPR identifies Form ABT-6002 as the application used for transfer of ownership of an existing alcoholic beverage license. Buyers should review the current checklist and instructions because required supporting documents and fees depend on the applicant, license type and transaction.
Can I finance the purchase of a Florida liquor license?
Financing may be available depending on the buyer, license, collateral, transaction structure and lender underwriting. Buyers should evaluate financing before signing a purchase agreement if the closing depends on borrowed funds.
Do I have to buy an existing Florida quota liquor license?
Not always. Some beer-and-wine licenses and qualifying special licenses may be obtained through an application rather than a secondary-market purchase. Florida may also conduct a quota drawing when population growth creates new quota licenses. The correct path depends on the privileges and county your business needs.
