Frequently Asked Questions

We provide a free, expert valuation based on real market data, financial performance, and current demand. Our team takes time to understand your business properly to give you an accurate, realistic estimate — not just a rough guess. You’ll know what buyers are likely to pay and why.

Yes — Our packages cover a fully managed sale from start to finish. That includes valuation, professional marketing, buyer outreach, negotiation support, and full sales progression. There are no compromises — you get expert support throughout, with no cut corners.

None at all. Unlike many brokers and agents today across the UK, our pricing is fully transparent, with no long tie-ins, hidden, cancellation, or exit fees. You stay in control at every stage and only pay for the package you choose. We're here to deliver value, not lock you businesses into unfair terms

Across the UK today, the average industry sales time for completion is 6 to 12 months, depending on the business type, sector, and readiness. Agent Local are proud to help sell businesses faster, with the average sale time for SME's being just 13 weeks.

We actively reach out a number of way, from pre-qualified buyers, investors, corporate acquirers, and similar businesses, to advertising your business across the UK's largest commercial platforms like Zoopla, Prime Location, Loopnet & Onthemarket. We also hold our very own exclusive buyer database.

We work with all types of businesses across the UK — from small owner-operated businesses to multi-location companies. Whether you’re in retail, hospitality, services, or manufacturing, we have sector-specific experience and buyers ready.

Correct, every business that instructs Agent Local gets a dedicated agent who manages the sale from start to finish. Your agent is your main point of contact and their to guide you through to a successful sale.

We do everything we can to achieve a sale and position your business for maximum visibility, but if it doesn’t happen in your time frame, you’re not stuck with fees or long contracts like other agents. We’ll review the approach with you, offer advice on improving sale readiness, and you’re free to pause, relist, or explore elsewhere.

Your agent manages all negotiations on your behalf to secure the best possible deal. Once an offer is accepted, we coordinate with solicitors and buyers to keep the legal process smooth and delay-free. You’re supported every step of the way and unlike many brokers today who charge sale fees once they find you a buyer, we only charge our fee on completion.

First and foremost, we are business sale experts. Our founders, directors and agents have  combined 200 years of experience within the business sales industry. We set out to change an industry and have removed unfair fees, restrictive contracts, hidden terms, and exit charges. We do things differently, selling your business ethically and transparently, without the unfair practices that have long plagued the industry.