We use a combination of proven industry methods and real market data. Most valuations start with earnings and revenue multiples, adjusted for the specific business type. We then factor in tangible assets such as equipment, inventory, vehicles, and supplies.

One of the most important considerations is bankability. We look closely at how lenders will view the deal and how much financing a buyer can realistically obtain. This directly impacts value in real transactions, not just on paper.

Depending on your goals, we can provide anything from a practical market valuation to a formal valuation. Formal valuations are completed in collaboration with a CPA or a certified Chartered Business Valuator when required.

Pricing is never based on a single formula. It is based on what buyers can pay, what banks will support, and what the market is actually doing.

The best time to prepare for a sale was last year. The second best time is now. Many businesses carry owner discretionary or unnecessary expenses that reduce reported profitability. With the right strategy, these expenses can often be reduced, restructured, or clearly documented to improve true earnings and strengthen valuation.

We focus on presenting clean, defensible financials that buyers and lenders understand and trust. This directly impacts pricing, financing options, and deal certainty.

Depending on the plan selected, we work closely with trusted accounting partners to prepare and review financial statements. The goal is simple. Maximize value while keeping everything credible, compliant, and bank ready.

Absolutely. Most of the businesses we represent are sold privately. Owners often prefer that customers, suppliers, and employees are not aware of a potential sale.

We take confidentiality seriously. Business names are not listed publicly. Buyers are strictly screened. NDAs are required before any sensitive information is shared.

That said, complete confidentiality is not always possible. Buyers must complete due diligence, which can include sharing financials with accountants, lenders, and advisors. This is a normal part of a legitimate transaction.

In some cases, public marketing can achieve higher multiples by reaching a broader audience and creating stronger initial demand. When appropriate, we will discuss this option and its tradeoffs with you.

We specialize in private transactions. This includes targeted outreach to off island buyers, strategic acquirers, and internal or management led purchase options. Our goal is to balance maximum value with discretion at every stage of the process.

This is where we excel. We market aggressively while keeping the process as private and controlled as possible. Alongside discreet online marketing, we actively reach out to our network of strategic buyers.

You never know exactly who the right buyer will be. It could be a key employee. It could be a competitor. It could be a business owner in a different industry looking to expand.

We do not wait for opportunities to come to us. We go and find them. We invest in paid exposure across multiple broker platforms and industry channels to maximize reach and demand.

Our approach is proactive, targeted, and persistent. The goal is simple. Create competition, protect confidentiality, and close a deal that works for everyone.

Our role is to negotiate on your behalf. Always. We do not simply accept initial offers. We counter, apply pressure where appropriate, and market strategically to create multiple buyer scenarios. Competition drives better outcomes, but price is only one part of the deal.

We carefully vet buyers. This includes reviewing financing strength, experience, and commitment. Whenever possible, we secure backup offers to protect you if a deal stalls or financing falls through.

Too many transactions collapse late in the process. We work to avoid wasted time, unnecessary exposure, and premature sharing of sensitive information until buyers are fully qualified and invested.

We are not passive brokers. We act as your agent throughout the process. We are aligned with your outcome and committed to getting the deal done properly.

Once an initial agreement is in place, the real work begins. We closely examine the buyer and the business impact of the transaction. We look for risks such as key employee departures, new competitive threats, and changes that could affect value before closing. For digital and software based businesses, we verify ownership of code, data, and intellectual property. We also review analytics, customer behaviour, deposits, and revenue sources.

Due diligence is where deals are won or lost. Terms matter just as much as price. In one transaction involving a flooring business, we pushed back on an inventory clause that undervalued slow moving stock. That decision protected the seller from a significant valuation gap tied to outdated inventory the buyer later identified.

Our role is to challenge assumptions, tighten terms, and ensure nothing slips through the cracks. Every review is done with one objective. Protect your value and get the deal closed on the right terms.

As business brokers, we work with highly confidential information and take conflicts of interest seriously.

When you retain us in an advisory or brokerage capacity, we act in your interest. For the agreed period, you can designate competitors or specific counterparties that we will not work with. We honour this commitment and do not cross that boundary. If another party later requests to engage us after that period, you will be notified.

Legal agreements, including confidentiality and non compete provisions, are handled with proper documentation. We work alongside legal professionals and ensure that all relevant parties sign the required agreements.

Our role is to protect your position, maintain trust, and ensure the process remains fair, transparent, and professional from start to finish.