Frequently Asked Questions

 My commission-based fees, paid at closing, are determined by factors and negotiations following a thorough assessment of your business's market value 

The time it takes to sell a business can vary widely and depends on several factors. On average, the process can take anywhere from a few months to a year or more. Some of the key factors influencing the timeline include:

1. Business Type and Size: Larger and more complex businesses may require more time to find suitable buyers and complete the sale.
2. Industry and Market Conditions: The state of the economy and the demand for businesses in your industry can affect the speed of the sale.
3. Business Performance: A profitable and well-managed business may attract more buyers and sell faster.
4. Asking Price: The price at which you list your business can impact the time it takes to find a buyer.
5. Marketing Efforts: Effective marketing and reaching the right audience can expedite the sale process.
6. Negotiations and Due Diligence: The negotiation and due diligence phase can also influence the overall timeline.
7. Financing and Legal Processes: Securing financing and completing legal procedures can take time.

1. Confidentiality: Maintaining strict confidentiality, we share business profiles only with pre-qualified buyers who sign non-disclosure agreements, safeguarding relationships with employees, competitors, vendors, and customers.
2. Business Valuation: Our team approach ensures a fair price range based on numbers, your story, and the current market. No up-front costs for valuation, and we guide you through the process, proceeding only when a fair price is agreed upon.
3. Listing Agreement: Upon deciding to list your business, sign an exclusive agreement for representation. All information is confidential and shared only with those who signed confidentiality agreements.
4. Business Listing: We develop a general Business Listing document, generating interest without sharing specifics, with your approval.
5. Confidential Business Profile: With your approval, we compile a detailed Confidential Business Profile for qualified buyers, including financial info, business specifics, and relevant pictures.
6. Marketing Your Business for Sale: Our team professionally and confidentially markets your business to the right buyers through our website, private network, and the national marketplace.
7. Communication: We keep you informed throughout the process, sharing buyer information, interests, and answering their initial questions, ensuring confidentiality is maintained.
8. Negotiating an Offer: We facilitate buyer negotiations, simplifying the process so you can focus on running your business.
9. Closing Services: Assisting with due diligence, we work with attorneys and accountants for both parties, ensuring a smooth process leading to closing. We serve as liaison with the buyer's lender and act as the Closing Agent.