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Acquisition Experts

A Highly Trusted M&A Intermediary

As a leading Florida business broker, Acquisition Experts LLC specializes in the confidential sale of Florida businesses. We connect serious buyers and sellers to achieve maximum value through a confidential, strategic process.

Trusted by business owners across Florida since 2005.

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Buy or Sell a Business With Acquisition Experts

Buying or selling a business is one of the most important financial decisions a business owner will make. At Acquisition Experts, we guide you through the entire process with a strategic, hands-on approach. We work with businesses across a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, service companies, professional practices, lawn care and landscaping, pest control, healthcare, retail, and restaurants.

For sellers, that means a confidential, well-managed process designed to attract qualified buyers and ensure a successful transaction. For buyers, it means access to a portfolio of Florida businesses for sale across a range of industries and price points, from owner-operated businesses to small enterprises up to $5 million that may be eligible for SBA financing.  Opportunities typically target strategic buyers and private equity groups. We provide real-world guidance on structuring your deal to support financing, successful closing, and a smooth transition of ownership.

When you work with Acquisition Experts, you gain a strategic partner:

  • Proven track record of successful transactions
  • Extremely knowledgeable, experienced, and local South Florida team
  • Highly confidential approach
  • Boutique firm backed by best-in-class transaction services for a seamless, successful outcome

Our role is to act as your advisor at every stage, ensuring your interests are protected and your business is positioned for maximum value, both now and in the future, no matter which side of the table you sit on.

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Acquisition Experts LLC

Our Business Brokerage Services

Looking for a Florida business broker to guide your sale or purchase? You’re in the right place. Acquisition Experts maintains a strong network of qualified buyers and is consistently contacted by serious prospects searching for a Florida business for sale. Our approach is focused, confidential, and designed to connect the right buyers with the right opportunities.

Business Brokerage Services

Full-service representation for owners selling Florida businesses with annual revenues up to $5 million.

M&A Intermediary Services

Middle market M&A advisory for businesses with annual revenues in the $5 million – $25 million range, focused on selling to strategic buyers (another company in your industry) or financial buyers (private equity groups and family offices).

Business Valuations

Our brokers can provide an opinion of value for your business based on years of experience selling similar Florida businesses.

E-2/E-1 & L-1 Investor Visas

We help international buyers locate Florida businesses that meet visa qualification requirements and structure deals that account for the visa processing timeline.

Commercial Real Estate

If you own the property that is home to your business, our brokers are qualified to assist you in leasing or selling your property to the buyer of your business or a third party.

Thinking About SBA Financing?

SBA loans are a popular option for buying a business, but they are not guaranteed. Approval depends on financial strength, experience, and deal structure. We help buyers understand requirements early and position transactions for financing success.

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Our Proven Business Sale Process

Selling a business is more complicated than simply listing it on the market. Our approach is built around confidential marketing with targeted outreach to attract qualified buyers who are serious about closing.

As experienced Florida business brokers, we provide informed opinions of value based on real market data and decades of experience. Every step is designed to help you sell your business for maximum value while maintaining confidentiality and control throughout the process. Our structured process is designed to protect value, maintain confidentiality, and ensure a successful transaction aligned with your financial objectives.

1. Business Evaluation

Our valuation approach goes beyond formulas to analyze buyer demand, industry trends, and deal structure, giving you a realistic view of what your business could achieve in today’s market.

2. Confidential Marketing

Your business is marketed discreetly to protect your identity while reaching qualified buyers.

3. Buyer Qualification

Buyers are required to sign a confidentiality agreement, represent their personal financial resources, and provide a summary of their professional background to confirm they are serious, capable, and a strong fit to operate the business.

For buyers pursuing SBA financing, we emphasize early qualification, as these loans require strong financials, relevant experience, and a well-structured transaction.

4. Negotiation and Deal Structure

We negotiate terms that align with your financial goals and maximize overall value.

5. Closing

We guide the transaction from due diligence through closing to ensure a smooth and successful outcome.

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Buy A Florida Business

Demand for acquiring existing businesses continues to grow as buyers seek stable, income-producing opportunities with proven operations already in place. Entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate buyers are actively searching South Florida for established businesses that offer immediate cash flow and long-term potential.

In many cases, buying an existing business is a more predictable path than starting from scratch, reducing risk while providing a foundation for growth. However, evaluating opportunities, understanding financials, and navigating the transaction requires careful planning and the right guidance.

As trusted Florida business brokers, we help buyers identify qualified opportunities and gain access to a curated selection of Florida businesses for sale across multiple industries.

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Where do we begin, my wife and I were in the market to purchase a business and were lucky enough to bump into Ken. Since the first point of contact he went above and beyond to help us move forward with the acquisition. Ken made the whole process seamless, he helped us find a bank to work with and provided great insight and advice on our new purchase. We highly recommend anyone looking to acquire or sale their existing business to contact Ken Elkins. He will work with you day and night to make sure your needs are met. We can’t thank him enough and will be recommending him to all of our fellow colleagues.
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Barbara Anderson
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We sincerely want to thank Dale Armor for helping us through the sale of our construction related business. We had been in business for over 40 years so the main things we had to sell were our contacts, goodwill, and a few tools. It took a while to find the right buyer but Dale found us the perfect match-a young family that wants to grow the original business! Again, it would not have happened without Dale’s expertise, professionalism, and patience. He treated us the same as a million dollar client! Thanks again to Dale and Aquisition Experts.
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Lisa Leung
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We highly recommend Ken Elkin of Acquisition Experts. With his guidance, we were able to sell a large complicated business. There is no way it could have happened without him. His advice was essential to navigate a difficult process and get to the finish line. We are very happy with the result!!
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Bill West was an incredible support through the whole process. There were many things that were a bit overwhelming, and he swept in to the rescue. Will absolutely recommend in the future! -Meredith
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Wonderful experience working with Bob. He made our transaction so smooth. Will be calling him on the next one 😊
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Dale Armor was great to work with. We had a few problems that delayed us and Mr. Armor helped us get through them. Very professional. I would recommend using if you need a commercial broker.
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Ashlee Sawyer
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Dale was simply amazing. Sooooo responsive and easy to work with. Went above and beyond and always had a great attitude. Would use him for any future transactions without any hesitation.
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We recently eclipsed the one (1) year anniversary of closing the sale of our business. Ken was the ideal team member to help us navigate the process. The new owners are an ideal match for taking our small business to the next level, and we are seeing the fruits of their labor! Ken, thank you for leading us through the fact based journey and helping to place our team in such well qualified hands.
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I've been extremely pleased working with Bob Leone and Acquisition Experts. Bob was always easy to contact and kept me updated at all times. He made the process better than expected. It is without hesitation I would recommend working with Bob and Acquisition Experts.
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Pete Luther
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With the help of Ken Elkin at Acquisition Experts we bought a business and 13 years later sold the same business. Through the buying and selling process Ken Elkin was instrumental addressing both buyer and seller concerns offering fair solutions to issues that arouse to the satisfaction of both buyer and seller. I highly recommend Ken Elkin if purchasing or selling a business!

Ready to Sell or Buy a Business in Florida?

Whether you’re planning to sell your business or exploring buying a business in the near future, having an experienced advisor makes all the difference. At Acquisition Experts, we help business owners and investors navigate complex transactions to achieve their financial goals.

 

Serving South Florida and Beyond

Acquisition Experts is headquartered in Stuart, FL, so our business brokers are especially knowledgable about the Treasure Coast market—however, our industry experience, connections, and established buyer network allow us to connect buyers and sellers with the right opportunities across the entire state.