What we do and do not do
| We do | We do not |
|---|---|
| Publish sourced valuation ranges and a free calculator | List businesses for sale or run sale processes |
| Document who is acquiring each trade from primary sources | Represent sellers or buyers, or negotiate on anyone's behalf |
| Explain deal terms with dollar examples | Take success fees, commissions or a percentage of any deal |
| Collect your details only when you ask for a brief or checklist | Introduce you to buyers or sell your details to brokers |
Why this matters
Several states regulate business brokerage. Florida, for example, defines a broker to include anyone who sells or negotiates the sale of business enterprises for compensation (F.S. 475.01), and California treats business opportunities as real estate brokerage (B&P Code 10030/10131). We stay on the information side of that line.
Our valuations are educational estimates, not appraisals. For an appraisal, see appraisal vs estimate.
What happens when you fill in a form
We store what you submit so we can send what you asked for. If you tick the optional consent box, we may contact you later with information about buyers or advisors. We never pass your details to a buyer or broker without asking you first. You can ask us to delete your data at any time via the contact page.
How the site may make money in future
Today the site earns nothing from any buyer, broker or adviser. If that changes (for example, a paid directory or a flat-fee referral with your consent), we will disclose it on every page it affects before it goes live.
Sources
- Florida Statutes 475.01 (accessed 2026-09-23)
- California B&P Code 10030 (accessed 2026-09-23)