FAQs About Selling a Business

Most Common Questions:

• Is there an upfront fee to list my business with Sunbelt Atlanta?

  No, there is no upfront fee to list your business with Sunbelt Atlanta. We operate on a success-based model, which means we only earn a commission when your business is sold. This ensures our interests are fully aligned with yours — maximizing the value and closing the deal successfully.

• How much does a business broker charge?

  Business broker fees are typically a percentage of the final sale price, often referred to as a success fee or commission. At Sunbelt Atlanta, our fee structure is competitive and success-based, meaning we are only compensated when your business sells. During your initial consultation, we’ll review the details of your business and provide a clear outline of the expected commission so there are no surprises.

• What does the process look like?

  Our proven process is designed to protect confidentiality while guiding you from your first consultation through closing. Key steps include preparing your business for market, creating a confidential listing, prescreening buyers, managing negotiations, and overseeing due diligence and closing. Every step is handled by an experienced Sunbelt Atlanta broker.

  Learn more about our full process here »

• Where can I view all Atlanta businesses for sale?

  You can view our current listings of businesses for sale in Atlanta directly on our website. Each listing is presented confidentially to protect the business until qualified buyers are engaged.: https://www.sunbeltatlanta.com/atlanta-businesses-for-sale 

• How can I get a business valuation for my Atlanta based business?

  Sunbelt Atlanta offers professional business valuations tailored to your industry and market. During an initial consultation, we’ll review your financials and provide a clear understanding of what your business is worth in today’s market: Atlanta Business Valuation

• Why Use a Business Broker

  Selling a business involves valuation, marketing, confidentiality, buyer screening, negotiation, and closing. A broker saves you time, protects your interests, and maximizes value by leveraging expertise and a network of qualified buyers. Sunbelt Atlanta has decades of experience successfully selling businesses like yours.

• What information do you need to sell my business?

  To sell your business, we’ll need accurate financial and operational information so we can present it properly to qualified buyers. Once you engage with Sunbelt Atlanta, your broker will guide you through providing the necessary documentation. Typically, this includes:

  • A complete list of equipment and other assets (included or excluded in the sale)

  • Profit & loss statements, balance sheets, and tax returns (last 3+ years)

  • The most recent interim financial statements

  • Real and personal property leases

  • Copies of patents, licenses, loan documents, and contracts

  • Employee benefit agreements

  • Any environmental reports (if applicable)

  • Other documents needed to present a fair and accurate picture of the business

  Your broker will walk you through this step by step, ensuring everything is organized and confidential throughout the process.

• How will you market my business?

  We create a confidential business profile and market your business discreetly across our network, databases, and targeted advertising channels. The business identity remains private until buyers are prescreened and sign a confidentiality agreement.

• How do you handle the negotiations?

  Your Sunbelt Atlanta broker serves as an intermediary to facilitate negotiations professionally and fairly. We present offers, help structure counteroffers, and guide both parties toward an agreement that satisfies your goals while protecting your interests.

• How do you determine the value of my business?

  Business valuation is based on financial performance, industry trends, comparable sales, and market demand. Sunbelt Atlanta uses proven valuation methods combined with real-world deal experience to give you a clear, realistic picture of your business’s worth.

• How do I ensure complete confidentially of my business being sold?

  Confidentiality is our top priority. Every potential buyer must sign a confidentiality agreement (NDA) and be prescreened before receiving any details. We also control how and where your business is marketed to protect your employees, customers, vendors, and reputation.

  Learn more about our confidentiality commitment.