BridgeBook
    How selling your business works

    A considered sale. A clear next step.

    Three stages, from preparation to closing. We manage the work. You keep running your business and make the decisions, with a dedicated advisor beside you.

    Get my free valuationYour private report. No commitment to sell.
    Book a confidential callFree 45-minute consultation.
    Your sale, in three stages
    1. Prepare & positionFinancial review and sale preparation
    2. Market & negotiateBuyer outreach and offers
    3. Close & transitionDiligence, agreements and transition
    From preparation to closing
    You keep running the business.We manage the work. You make the decisions.
    Built for established owners
    $5,000,000+ in revenue$0 upfront feesA confidential sale
    The process behind the record

    A considered process.
    A dedicated advisor beside you.

    53businesses sold
    $105,000,000+total value sold

    Our founder's career across BridgeBook and partner brokerages.

    Explore the track record
    The three stages

    From preparation to closing.

    Timing depends on your business, buyer diligence and financing. We guide each stage with you.

    01 / Financial review and sale preparation

    Prepare & position

    We review the business and its numbers, then prepare the materials buyers need.

    What we do
    • Review the business and its financials
    • Review earnings and operating performance
    • Understand customers, suppliers and operations
    • Prepare the CIM (your confidential business profile) and marketing materials
    • Identify relevant potential buyers
    What you do
    • Continue operating the business as normal
    • Review and approve listing materials
    • Share the supporting records requested
    • Share your P&L and tax returns
    • Complete the seller questionnaire
    Prepared privately

    Key deliverables

    • Professional valuation report
    • Earnings with proof
    • Confidential Information Memorandum (Marketing Book)
    • A considered buyer outreach plan
    • Go-to-market strategy
    02 / Buyer outreach and offers

    Market & negotiate

    We reach relevant buyers, run the conversations and help you compare offers.

    What we do
    • Contact relevant potential buyers
    • Manage the virtual data room
    • Host management calls
    • Negotiate LOIs (letters of intent) and terms
    • Compare offers and their terms
    What you do
    • Continue running the business as normal
    • Answer buyer questions we bring to you
    • Join buyer calls if needed
    • Review buyer opportunities
    • Select your preferred buyer
    Decisions along the way
    1. Review buyer interest
    2. Join relevant buyer discussions
    3. Compare initial offers
    4. Review letters of intent
    5. Decide whether to accept an offerYour call
    03 / Diligence, agreements and transition

    Close & transition

    We manage diligence and the paperwork through to the wire and the handover.

    What we do
    • Manage the due diligence process
    • Coordinate legal and accounting
    • Negotiate the purchase agreement
    • Coordinate with escrow and payment providers
    • Facilitate the asset transfer
    What you do
    • Provide due diligence information
    • Sign closing documents
    • Transfer accounts and assets
    • Train the buyer's team
    • Complete the transition period
    Closing package
    • Asset purchase agreement
    • Transition services agreement
    • Non-compete agreement
    • Escrow instructions
    • Wire confirmation
    Why preparation matters

    Preparation buyers can understand.

    We prepare what buyers will ask about, before they ask.

    Business understanding

    A clear account of how your business operates and earns its profit.

    • Operating systems and processes
    • Customer and channel relationships
    • Inventory and supply chain
    • Sales and marketing performance

    Buyer network

    Outreach shaped by your business, buyer criteria and readiness to proceed.

    • Relevant acquisition criteria
    • Category-specific buyers
    • Financial capacity
    • Strategic competitors

    Defensible pricing

    A price built from sold comps and financials a buyer can verify.

    • Earnings review
    • Add-backs found (owner costs a new owner won’t carry)
    • Supported growth opportunities
    • Offer comparison
    Who might buy

    Who might buy your business?

    • Operators

      Individuals or groups seeking an established business to own and operate.

    • Strategic buyers

      Competitors and brands looking to expand product lines or enter new categories.

    • Financial buyers

      PE funds and family offices seeking stable cash-flowing assets.

    Before you take the first step

    Questions owners ask.

    Still weighing your options? That's a good reason to talk.

    Ask a dedicated advisor
    Will I have to stay on after the sale?
    Your transition role is part of the negotiation. We help you and the buyer define the handover, support and timing before you agree.
    How can a buyer pay for the business?
    An offer may include cash at closing, a seller note paid over time, or an earnout tied to future results. The mix, security and conditions depend on the offer you accept.
    How is inventory treated?
    Inventory treatment is agreed in the purchase terms. The buyer may review quantities, condition and value during diligence.
    What if performance changes during the sale?
    Keep your advisor informed and provide current financials. We help explain changes to buyers and discuss any effect on the terms.
    How long does a sale take?
    Preparation, buyer interest, financing and diligence all affect timing. We discuss a practical plan for your business rather than promise a fixed closing date.
    One decision. Two good places to start.

    Ready to explore your exit options?

    Start with a confidential valuation, then decide whether a sale is right for you.

    Free valuation

    Start with your numbers.

    An instant estimate and a detailed report.

    Get your valuationYour private report. No commitment to sell.
    Schedule a call

    Start with a dedicated advisor.

    A 45-minute confidential consultation.

    Schedule your callFree. No obligation to sell.