Advisory Services
Buy or Sell a Business
Transaction advisory and due diligence to buy right or sell for maximum value.
Is this you?
You're about to buy a business and the seller's financials don't fully add up.
You're selling and want a defensible price before you list, not after a buyer lowballs you.
You need someone independent to check the numbers before you sign anything.
If any of those sound familiar, or call +1 (305) 819-3675.
The deal is decided before anyone signs
The difference between a good deal and a bad one usually comes down to what got checked before the papers were signed, not after. Skip the diligence and the surprises show up on your side of the table.
6 to 12 months
Typical timeline for a small-business sale from preparation to close
Why owners choose us for this
Independent due diligence, on your side of the table.
We verify reported revenue and earnings, check expense trends, review contracts and liabilities, and evaluate working capital, an independent picture of what you're actually buying.
Sellers get a defensible price before listing.
A professional valuation before you list sets a realistic, defensible price point and flags the value drivers worth fixing first.
We stay through negotiation and closing.
Deal terms, purchase price adjustments and earnout structures are supported through closing, coordinated closely with your attorney on the legal side.
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What you actually get
Independent due diligence and defensible valuation, protecting your side of the table.
Ready when you are
How it works
- 1
Evaluate
Assess the business opportunity, establish objectives and determine the appropriate valuation approach.
- 2
Analyze
Conduct financial due diligence, reviewing revenue quality, expense trends, liabilities and working capital.
- 3
Value
Prepare a defensible valuation report that establishes fair market value and supports negotiation.
- 4
Negotiate
Support the deal terms, purchase price adjustments and earnout structures through closing.
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Close
Coordinate closing documentation, fund transfers and post-close financial transition.
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Questions
Buy/Sell a Business FAQ
Should I get a valuation before listing my business for sale?
Yes. A professional valuation sets realistic expectations, identifies value drivers you can improve before listing, and gives you a defensible price point for negotiations.
What does buy-side due diligence uncover?
We verify reported revenue and earnings, examine expense trends for anomalies, review contracts and liabilities, assess tax compliance and evaluate working capital, giving you an independent picture of what you're buying.
How long does a typical business sale take?
From initial preparation to closing, most small business sales take 6 to 12 months. Clean, documented financials from day one accelerate the timeline.
Do you handle the legal paperwork?
We handle every financial aspect of the transaction, valuation, due diligence, tax structuring and closing coordination. For legal documentation, we coordinate closely with your attorney to keep financial and legal terms aligned.
How long does a typical transaction take from start to close?
Small-business sales typically run 6 to 12 months from preparation to close. Acquisitions with pre-qualified buyers move faster, 90 to 180 days is common.
Put SMAART Advisors on your buy/sell a business
Book a free consultation. We'll review your situation, quote a fixed fee, and show you exactly what we'd do differently.