A complete Introduction to selling a business

Selling businesses a fairer way

Agent Local was founded to transform an industry long overdue for change. For too long, selling a business had meant dealing with unfair broker practices, sky-high fees, restrictive contracts, and hefty termination charges — even when no sale is made. We’re here to put an end to that. With fair, fixed fees, no contracts, and zero termination costs, Agent Local is bringing honesty, transparency, and results to business sales. It’s why we’re trusted by some of the UK’s most recognised brands — including Hilton, Ibis, Londis, and Subway.

Now the first step in selling any business across the UK is understanding its value. This isn’t just about turnover or profit — it’s about how your business performs, how predictable future income is, the strength of your brand, and the overall demand in your sector. Valuations should never be rushed. Too high and you scare off buyers, too low and you leave money on the table. At Agent Local, we provide a free business valuation that takes into account everything from financials and growth potential to industry benchmarks and recent market activity.

Unlike many brokers who inflate valuations just to win your business, we keep it professional. No pressure, no sales pitch, and no unrealistic numbers that fall apart when it’s time to sell. That's why at Agent Local, we start with a free, honest valuation — a straightforward conversation about how your business is performing, where it stands in the market, and what serious buyers are actually willing to pay. Our approach combines hard data with real market insight, giving you clarity from day one — not guesswork.

Once you have the correct valuation, it’s about getting sale-ready, but we’re not talking about big changes or stressful audits. Most of the time, it’s small things that make a big impact. Organised accounts. Clean paperwork. A short summary of how the business runs day to day. These are the details that give buyers confidence — and confidence is what leads to serious offers. Your dedicated sales agent at Agent Local handles all of this for you.

When it’s time to go to market, we don’t just list your business and cross our fingers — like 90% of brokers do. At Agent Local, we actively go out and find your buyer. Our agents reach out directly to competitors, corporate acquirers, and high-net-worth individuals, while also tapping into our exclusive database of qualified buyers. On top of that, we advertise your business on premium platforms like Rightmove and Zoopla — not just the free listing sites most brokers rely on because they don’t invest in marketing your business properly. We don’t wait for buyers to come to us. We go out and get them.

“Valuing a business is about more than just profit and turnover, serious buyers want to know if the business has the potential to grow and sustain long-term success.”

Once offers start coming in, we handle everything — the calls, the negotiations, the buyer vetting, and the paperwork. Your dedicated agent manages the entire process, so you can keep running your business without distraction. When a deal is agreed, we work closely with solicitors to make sure the legal side is smooth and stress-free. We’re by your side until the funds are in your account and the handover is complete.

Selling your business doesn’t have to be complicated, not with the right people around you. At Agent Local, we’re here to make sure it’s done properly, with full transparency, expert support, and a clear focus on results. If you’re ready to explore your options, book a free valuation today. No pressure, no long contracts — just honest advice from one of the UK’s most trusted business sales teams.

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