Selling your business can be complex — we're here to help.

Since 1998, Sunbelt Atlanta Dealmakers have helped main-street and lower middle market business owners navigate successful exits with expert guidance.

We close 90% of the businesses we take to market — typically within 7 months — all with no upfront fees.

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At Sunbelt Atlanta, our team is comprised of seasoned professionals with over 90 years of combined experience in business sales. We've walked in your shoes — we're all former business owners ourselves. Some of us come from Main Street, others from Wall Street — and we leverage that depth and diversity to deliver results across every deal size.

Together, we’ve successfully closed more than 1,200 sell-side transactions, ranging from $100,000 to $75 million, spanning virtually every industry. Each of our Advisors has first-hand experience initiating, negotiating, and managing the deal process from start to finish.

We bring main-street tenacity to middle market transactions — and middle market finesse to main-street deals.

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The Sunbelt Atlanta Advantage

Business Brokers with a Global Reach

Choose Sunbelt Atlanta Business Brokers and tap into our team's wealth of knowledge, boasting over 90 years of combined experience in facilitating successful business sales. Our diverse backgrounds and extensive industry expertise enable us to expertly represent a wide range of companies. As part of the prestigious Sunbelt Network, the world's largest organization of Business Brokers and M&A Advisors, our local presence is strengthened by a global network spanning 250 offices across 10 countries. Experience the best of both worlds with Sunbelt Atlanta – your dedicated, full-service, sell-side partner offering personalized service and worldwide reach.

Proven Results

We close 90% of the businesses we take to market, usually within 7 months.

Zero Upfront Fees

You won’t pay a dime until we get your business sold — no retainers, no surprises.

Seasoned Dealmakers

Over 90 years of combined experience and more than 1,200 transactions closed.

In-Depth Expertise Main Street to Middle Market

We bring tenacity to every deal — whether you're selling a $100K business or a $75M company.

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Accelerated Closing

Experience a faster-than-average closing process with our streamlined approach

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Industries We Specialize In

Customized Strategies for Your Industry's Unique Needs

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Business/
Personal Services

Sector Focus: Car Wash, Coin Laundry, Advertising & Insurance, Hair & Beauty, Repair Shops and Accounting Firms.

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Construction

Sector Focus: Construction and Engineering, Concrete, Plumbing & Electrical, Asphalt, Glass and HVAC providers.

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Consumer Goods/Retail

Sector Focus: Gas Stations, Hardware Stores, Florist, Lawncare and Automotive Care.

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Manufacturing

Sector Focus: Textiles, Food, Industrial, Paper and Plastics manufacturing.

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Logistics

Sector Focus: Trucking, Aerospace, Marine, Rail, Freight Brokerage, Moving and Distribution.

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Hospitality

Sector Focus: Hospitality, Food and Beverage, Restaurants, Spas, Hotels.

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Healthcare/
Medical

Sector Focus: Medical, Daycare, Dental, Pharmacy, Home Health and Health Stores

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Franchise

Sector Focus: Provides exit strategies for franchisors, franchisees and manufacturers using distributorship, and dealer network business models.

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Technology

Sector Focus:  Telecom, E-commerce, Communications and Software Development.

Committed To Confidentiality

Ensuring Discretion and Trust in Every Transaction

Confidentiality Commitment: Sunbelt Atlanta ensures your business is marketed discreetly, without employees, customers, vendors, or competitors knowing it's for sale, allowing a smooth transition during the selling process.

We maintain strict confidentiality for both sellers and prospective buyers. Meetings are private, and we accommodate your schedule and location preferences.

Sunbelt Atlanta Business Brokers specializes in preserving confidentiality throughout the selling process. We disclose information only after prescreening, filtering, and registering potential buyers. As intermediaries, our brokers work professionally, discreetly, and effectively to sell your business, safeguarding your interests.

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Client Testimonials

Real Stories from Satisfied Business Owners

We met with several business brokers before listing and hands down, Sunbelt was the way to go. They made us feel like a priority at all times and Mark did lots of the legwork to make our transaction smooth and flawless. Wish I hadn't waited so long to list our business. We will definitely be using them again for our next sale (or purchase!)
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Sarah Paulk
Computer Movers
Sunbelt, and Mark in particular, did an excellent job orchestrating the sale of my business. Mark and Doreen were friendly and professional, and I never doubted my choice in a broker throughout the process. If you're looking for an experienced professional to broker the purchase or sale of a business, look no further.
ALEX WALD
I recommend Doreen Morgan and Sunbelt Atlanta for anyone looking to sell or market their business. She is dedicated, self-driven and absolutely brilliant when it comes to selling your business. I am happy to strongly recommend the services of Sunbelt Atlanta.
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JOHN GIAQUINTO
Ace Hardware
Mark not just assisted me in the sale of the lighting business but resolved every issue that came up along the way. I could not have asked for a better advocate or for more professional service.
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DOUG OLIVER
LIGHTING DYNAMICS INCORPORATED
Thank you Doreen and Brandon for your time, advocacy and organization during the process of selling my firm.I really appreciated your availability to meet and immediacy in answering my questions.Your expertise and guidance was without question, invaluable.I would recommend you to other business owners, without reservation.
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Alison Jones
LeVino Jones Medical Interiors
Just wanted to express my appreciation and positive experience with Sunbelt business brokers and Laura Chapman in particular. Their professionalism, responsiveness and attention to detail sets them apart from the competition. I couldn’t recommend them more highly.
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Patrick Lynch President and CEO
Recycled Materials
Laura was awesome to work with! Highly recommend any potential sellers or buyers to look to Sunbelt Atlanta. Their commitment to their business owners and tenacity to get deals done made them really easy to work with.
Daniel Kim
Trac III Systems
We had sold a business in early 2000 with Sunbelt and was impressed with the honesty, patience and guidance given through the sale. Fast forward to 20 years later and an opportunity arose to purchase a business that we felt was a good fit. Laura helped us navigate several sticking points and obstacles with the buyer she represented always keeping his best interest as a seller at heart, but making sure that truthful and complete information was provided to us in a timely fashion. She helped us through the SBA loan process and not only provided great advice on this business purchase but continues to be a trusted business advisor for other opportunities that we pursue. Thank you Laura and Sunbelt Atlanta.
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Pam Overstreet
A very well organized and professional process. Hit a few road blocks and Mark was all over solving them. A very successful transaction.
Richard Mitchell
Mark has sold 3 companies for me over the last 15 years. Two of which sold less than 24 hours after listing with him. He is very dedicated at his job and i trust him 100%. I would never use any one else to sell a business and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to sell their business.
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Johnny Wells
Citri Fresh
Mark W. at Sunbelt helped me with the sale of my business. He really knows the ins and outs, guides you thru all the channels, and also helps you through all the crazy ups and downs of selling. I could not have done this without him! Definitely want to recommend Mark to everyone!
Dana Rogers
Mark W at Sunbelt recently sold my business in this unusually challenging COVID-19 economy. He is skillful, insightful, and very responsive. Most importantly, Mark has a great deal of integrity.
Nancy D
Hubspot

Common Questions

Thinking of Selling? Here’s What You Should Know

Is there an upfront fee to list my business with Sunbelt Atlanta?
No, we do not take an upfront fee to market the sale of your business.  Our financial interest are aligned with yours.  We do not get paid until you are paid.
How much does a business broker charge?
Business brokers are generally compensated by a commission fee at the close of your business which is based on a percentage of the sales price. However, every situation is different, and some brokers charge a consulting fee in addition to a commission on the sales price of the business. Depending upon the selling price you may pay a fixed commission rate or for larger transactions the rate goes into a sliding scale. Each situation is a little bit unique and therefore we would need to understand more about your business to tell you exactly what the fee structure would look like.  
What does the process look like?

Our Proven Process


Sunbelt Atlanta's process for selling a business begins with an initial meeting between the seller and a trained Sunbelt Broker, who holds a Real Estate license. During this meeting, the seller is briefed on the selling process. Following the signing of a Representation Agreement, the seller provides the broker with detailed financial documents, asset lists, and other relevant business information. This documentation is updated as necessary throughout the representation period.

Sunbelt then creates a comprehensive narrative and business profile for internal and external promotion, ensuring confidentiality. The business is introduced to potential buyers through Sunbelt's network, with buyer qualifications assessed before proceeding to discussions or offers.

Upon receiving a fair offer, negotiations and due diligence commence, focusing on verifying the business's representations and addressing contingencies. The seller's broker facilitates the closing process, ensuring all legal, financial, and operational requirements are met, including the preparation of closing documents and coordination of final arrangements. The process concludes with the execution of closing documents, settlement of financial obligations, and transfer of business ownership, ensuring a seamless transition for both buyer and seller.
Where can I view all Atlanta businesses for sale?

There are a myriad of resources to view Atlanta business listings.  You can view all of our active listings right here: https://www.sunbeltatlanta.com/engagement-listing-new 

How can I get a business valuation for my Atlanta based business?
We can help! Get started with your Atlanta based business valuation right here: Atlanta Business Valuation
Why Use a Business Broker
There are a multitude of reasons why you should consider using a business broker, with the main one being you don't know what you don't know.  Sounds silly at first but the reality is most people have never sold a business before.  Or perhaps they've done it once or twice in their entire career.  At Sunbelt Atlanta Business Brokers that's all we do everyday.  We are experts at helping business sell their business for the most money and the least amount of time and risk. Furthermore we protect your confidentially throughout the process providing peace of mind for you, your vendors, customers and employees.  
What information do you need to sell my business?
Here's a list of items we generally will request once you've decided to engage with Sunbelt Atlanta:
  • Complete lists of all equipment and other assets to be included or excluded in the sale.
  • Profit and loss statements, balance sheets and tax returns of the business covering the last three years or more.
  • The most recent interim profit and loss statement and balance sheet.
  • Real and personal property leases.
  • Copies of all patents, licenses, loan documents, contracts or agreements.
  • All agreements relating to employee benefits.
  • Any environmental reports.
  • Copies of all other documents needed to present a fair and accurate description of the business to prospective buyers.
How will you market my business?
As a member of the Sunbelt Network, we place your business in front of a multitude of Deal Makers across the globe. Each Sunbelt office can confidentially access your listing and help promote the sale of your business at the best price possible. By using our proprietary website, our network is connected to an average of 12,000 business for sale listings!
How do you handle the negotiations?
Fully understanding the value of the business will assist during negotiations. In this market, one can expect buyers to be sophisticated and experienced. They will conduct a rigorous analysis of the company, even if the seller has not. They will look at those factors and value drivers that the owner and his advisors should consider in valuing the company, and they will use that information against the seller in negotiations.
We handle negotiations in a clean, patient and professional manner that keeps the business issues clearly in focus rather than clouded by emotions of personalities. Sunbelt Atlanta turns the concerns created by Attorneys, Accountants, Landlords, Buyers and Sellers into creative solutions that work for you as we sell your business.
How do you determine the value of my business?
You can get started with the process of determining the value of your business with this simple online calculator. Once we get the results a member from our team will reach out to discuss our findings with you.
How do I ensure complete confidentially of my business being sold?
This is one of the primary reasons business owners decide to use a business broker or intermediary.  Each and every potential buyer inquiring about your particular business must sign a confidentiality agreement (NDA). Additionally, we prescreen all potential buyers to ensure each buyer has the ability to buy your business saving you time and protecting your interest.  

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