Is there a fee for buyers who work with you?

There is no retainer for buyers and no charge hidden in the paperwork. We are paid from the seller's side once a sale closes. Before you commit to any deal, we lay out exactly how that arrangement works so you know where everyone stands.

How much money do I need to buy a business?

It depends on the price, the lender and whether the seller will carry part of the note. Most lenders expect the buyer to put some of their own cash into the deal. In our consultation we look at your situation and talk about what range makes sense.

How do I see your current listings?

Register as a buyer by phone. After you sign a confidentiality agreement, we send you listings that match your goals, and as a registered buyer you see new ones before they are offered more widely.

What if your review finds problems with a business I like?

We tell you plainly, with the documents that show it. Sometimes the problem can be priced into the offer or handled in the deal terms. Sometimes the honest answer is to pass, and we will say so.

Will the seller's employees know I am looking?

No. Sellers usually keep a sale confidential until closing to protect staff and customers. You agree to that confidentiality when you register, and we arrange site visits and owner meetings discreetly.

Can you help if I want to buy a franchise?

Yes. Buying an existing franchise location adds steps like franchisor approval, transfer fees and training. Our franchise resales service covers those in detail.

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ServicesBuy a Business

Buy a Business in Bee Cave

Buying a business should start with facts, not a sales pitch. We help you find the right fit, look closely at the books, the lease and the operation, and explain what we found in plain language before you commit to anything.

Book a free buyer consultation at (512) 881-7039

Help buying an established business

Most first-time buyers fall in love with a listing before anyone has looked under the hood. We work the other way around. Before we suggest you make an offer, we review what the seller has shared: tax returns against the profit and loss statements, how the owner's own pay is counted, who the top customers are and how long the lease runs.

Next comes a conversation about our findings. That can happen across the desk in our office or over a phone or video call, whichever suits your schedule. Some businesses hold up well. Some have a story the numbers do not support. Either way, you hear it from us early, while walking away still costs you nothing.

Some of the people we help are buying a company for the very first time. Others already run one and want a second, and some are investors watching opportunities around Bee Cave, Lakeway and Dripping Springs. If a franchise has caught your eye, our franchise resales service covers the extra steps that come with a franchisor's approval.

What our buyer service includes

A clear buyer profile

We start by learning your budget, your experience and the kind of work you actually want to do every day. That keeps you from chasing listings that look good on paper but do not fit your life.

Early access to listings

Buyers who register with us hear about fresh listings ahead of everyone else. When one matches the profile you gave us, we pick up the phone and let you know.

A plain review of the financials

We compare tax returns, bank deposits and the seller's statements, and recast earnings so you can see what the business really pays an owner. Where the numbers do not line up, we point to the exact spot and explain why it matters.

Lease, staff and customer checks

A great business on a short lease can be a risky purchase. We look at lease terms, key employees and customer concentration so nothing important is left for after closing.

Offer and deal structure

We help you shape an offer that reflects what the review showed, including seller financing, earn-outs or a transition period with the current owner.

Financing direction

We explain how lenders look at a business purchase and what they will ask you for. Our acquisition financing guidance page goes deeper into loan options and down payment planning.

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Signs you could use a broker on your purchase

The numbers keep changing: If a seller's earnings figure shifts every time you ask, you need someone to trace it back to the tax returns.
You are not sure what to offer: Asking prices are often set by hope. A careful look at earnings, assets and risk gives you a number you can defend.
Listings show up with no detail: Many listings online are stale or vague. Working with us gets you real information, shared under a confidentiality agreement.
A lender wants more than you have: Banks ask for a clean financial package and a buyer resume. We help you understand what is missing before you apply.
You found one you love: That is the moment to slow down. A second set of eyes protects you from paying for excitement.

How buying a business works with us

1
Free consultation
We talk through your goals, budget and timeline by phone, video or at our office. There is no cost and no obligation to keep going.
2
Buyer registration
We note the industries, size and location you want. You sign a confidentiality agreement so sellers can share real numbers with you.
3
Review before recommendation
When a business looks promising, we review the financials, lease and operations first. You get our honest findings, good and bad, before we discuss price.
4
Offer and due diligence
We help you write a letter of intent, then guide the deeper due diligence with your attorney and accountant. If something new turns up, we tell you and help you renegotiate or step back.
5
Closing and handover
We coordinate with the seller, lender and attorneys through closing, and help plan the training period so customers and staff see a steady transition.

What shapes the price of a business and your deal

The price of a business comes down to what it earns, how dependable those earnings are and what comes with it. Your total cost also depends on how the deal is structured and financed. On our side, there are no retainers and no hidden fees, because our pay is tied to the seller's sale going through.

Quality of earnings: Steady, documented profit is worth more than a good year that relied on the owner working seventy hours a week. Recasting earnings shows what you are really buying.
Lease and location: A long lease with renewal options supports the price. A lease that ends soon, or a landlord who will not transfer it, can lower what the business is worth to you.
Equipment and inventory: Older equipment that needs replacing soon is a real cost. Inventory is often counted and priced separately at closing.
Deal structure: Seller financing, earn-outs and how much cash you put down all change your monthly payments and your risk.
Your own advisors: Plan for your attorney and accountant to review the purchase agreement and tax treatment. We work alongside them, not in place of them.

Common questions before you buy

Is there a fee for buyers who work with you?: There is no retainer for buyers and no charge hidden in the paperwork. We are paid from the seller's side once a sale closes. Before you commit to any deal, we lay out exactly how that arrangement works so you know where everyone stands.
How much money do I need to buy a business?: It depends on the price, the lender and whether the seller will carry part of the note. Most lenders expect the buyer to put some of their own cash into the deal. In our consultation we look at your situation and talk about what range makes sense.
How do I see your current listings?: Register as a buyer by phone. After you sign a confidentiality agreement, we send you listings that match your goals, and as a registered buyer you see new ones before they are offered more widely.
What if your review finds problems with a business I like?: We tell you plainly, with the documents that show it. Sometimes the problem can be priced into the offer or handled in the deal terms. Sometimes the honest answer is to pass, and we will say so.
Will the seller's employees know I am looking?: No. Sellers usually keep a sale confidential until closing to protect staff and customers. You agree to that confidentiality when you register, and we arrange site visits and owner meetings discreetly.
Can you help if I want to buy a franchise?: Yes. Buying an existing franchise location adds steps like franchisor approval, transfer fees and training. Our franchise resales service covers those in detail.

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Start with an honest look

Share the industry you have in mind and the budget you are working with. We will get you registered for current listings and give you a straight read on any business already on your radar.

Talk with a broker free at (512) 881-7039