Expert Business Brokers in Michigan — Buy & Sell Businesses

We conduct a complimentary, comprehensive assessment of value. This involves analyzing your financial statements for the last three years, including profits, cash flow, and assets. We also consider market trends specific to Michigan, industry benchmarks, and comparable business sales. Our goal is to establish a defensible and realistic asking price that reflects the true worth of your business, ensuring you don't leave money on the table.

The timeline can vary depending on the industry, business size, and market conditions, but it typically takes 6 to 12 months from listing to closing. Preparation, accurate valuation, effective marketing, and having clean financial records can significantly expedite the process. Our structured approach is designed to move the sale forward efficiently while ensuring all details are handled correctly for a smooth transition of ownership.

Our fee structure is based on a success fee, meaning we only get paid when your business sells. This aligns our interests with yours—to get the best possible price and terms. We begin with a complimentary valuation and consultation with no upfront costs. The specific commission percentage is discussed and agreed upon before we begin marketing your business, ensuring full transparency throughout our partnership.

Confidentiality is paramount. We use a blind profile or teaser to market your business without revealing its identity. All prospective buyers must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and be financially qualified before receiving any sensitive information. This multi-step process ensures that your employees, customers, and competitors remain unaware of the sale until you are ready to announce it, protecting your business operations.

We have experience across a wide range of industries, including IT services, manufacturing, auto services, healthcare, retail, and home improvement. Our core expertise lies in helping privately-held, owner-operated businesses navigate the sales process. We tailor our marketing and sales strategy to fit the unique characteristics and buyer profile of your specific industry, ensuring we reach the most relevant and qualified candidates.

We utilize a multi-channel approach to find buyers. This includes leveraging our extensive network of over 2,000 businesses and private equity groups, targeted marketing campaigns, and listings on premier business-for-sale websites. Every inquiry is followed by a rigorous screening process where we verify financial capacity, relevant experience, and genuine interest before any confidential information about your business is shared.

To begin your complimentary business valuation, we typically require your business's financial statements for the past three years (P&L statements, balance sheets) and the current year-to-date financials. We also review information on your assets, such as equipment and inventory lists. This data allows us to perform a thorough analysis and provide you with an accurate assessment of your business's market value.

Yes, we represent both sellers and buyers. For sellers, our focus is on maximizing value and ensuring a confidential sale. For buyers, we offer services through our Buyer Registry, connecting them with listings that match their acquisition criteria. This dual perspective gives us a comprehensive understanding of the market, which benefits all our clients by facilitating better matches and smoother transactions.