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Once you have decided which retail liquor license will best fit your needs, the next step obvious step is to obtain a license.
Buying a Liquor License
      When no new quota-limited licenses are available, it may be necessary to purchase a license. Prices for licenses and can vary dramatically depending upon the location, current market conditions, whether real estate is attached, and many other factors.  

     The best starting point for locating a license is to contact a  business broker.  Many members of the Michigan Business Broker's Association ("MBBA") deal frequently with the sale of licenses and licensed businesses.  MBBA members frequently list licenses businesses here.  Websites such as BizQuest, BizBuySell, and BusinessBroker.net also frequently list licensed businesses.


   
 
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Obtaining a "New" Liquor License
     If you want a liquor license that is not quota-limited, you can  apply for the license.

      If you want a liquor license that is quota-limited, you do not need to purchase an existing license if a new license is available under the quota. You can look into license availability by determining your local government unit and contacting the Michigan Liquor Control Commission's Licensing Division at (866) 813-0011.  Even where quota-limited licenses are not available, an on-premise resort license or SDD resort license may be a viable option.  Furthermore, there certain limited circumstances where a liquor lawyer may be able to assist you in obtaining a new license.
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