Buy a Business
The Bottom Line
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I help ensure the data is organized for a smooth loan application.
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I provide structured information, similar to the 1,500+ projects I’ve overseen at the University of Illinois.
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Years of officiating and first responder experience helps me keep focused on the North Star and calm the waters when negotiations get complex.
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A Professional Approach to Your Next Chapter
Buying a business is one of the most significant professional moves you will ever make. It requires more than just a search—it requires a clear-eyed evaluation of facts.
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In my work at the Gies College of Business and during my decade in commercial banking, I’ve seen that the difference between a successful acquisition and a costly mistake is the quality of the data and the discipline of the process. Whether you are an individual entrepreneur or representing an investment group, you need a partner who understands the "why" behind the numbers.
When I represent a seller, my fiduciary duty is to my client. However, my goal for every transaction is a transparent, efficient process. I leverage my background in banking and academic consulting to ensure that when you look at one of my listings, you are seeing a business that has been professionally prepared for a smooth transition of ownership.
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Who pays the broker's commission?
In most of our listings, the Seller pays the commission. As a buyer, you benefit from professional deal coordination and organized data rooms at no direct cost to you. If you engage me for a proactive, custom search for an off-market business, we would discuss a separate buy-side fee structure.
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What if you need help finding financing?
While I am not the lender, my decade of experience in commercial banking is a significant resource. I understand what credit committees look for and how to structure a 'bankable' deal. I work with sellers to ensure the financial data is 'lender-ready,' which simplifies the process when you take the deal to your own bank. I can also provide introductions to my network of SBA and commercial lenders who are familiar with the complexities of business acquisitions.
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Why do you have to sign an NDA to get details?
Confidentiality protects the business's value—including the employees and vendor relationships you are looking to acquire. I manage this process strictly so that once a Non-Disclosure Agreement is in place, I can provide you with a comprehensive package for your professional evaluation.
