Three very different buyers are competing for Florida landscaping and grounds-maintenance companies right now — private-equity-backed platforms, regional operators, and individual or SBA-financed buyers — and each one values your business differently. This post breaks down who they are, what each pays the most for, and how to make the highest payer compete for your company.

Classic Collision just absorbed 45 ProCare centers. Boyd Group closed one of the biggest collision deals in industry history. If you own a Florida body shop or repair business, the consolidators are coming your way eventually — this is the inspection your shop needs to pass before they do, and what it's worth if it does.

Every owner runs the same quiet calculation: sell now, or wait for a better market? In 2026 the variables have moved — buyer financing is the cheapest since 2022, acquisition lending is running at record volume, and analysts are calling for a record M&A year. Here's the honest comparison: what the window gives you, what waiting costs, and which one your business is actually ready for.

A generation of Florida owners is heading for the exit at the same time — and most have no succession plan. When supply rises, prepared businesses sell well and unprepared ones get discounted. Here’s why the timing matters, what buyers actually pay for, and how to sell a family business in Florida on your terms instead of the market’s.

Florida marinas were the highest-multiple business category in the country in 2026. Slip income, dry-stack revenue, and irreplaceable waterfront make a well-run marina one of the most financeable assets an owner can sell — if it’s prepared and marketed the right way. Here’s what a Florida marina is worth, who buys them, and how the sale actually works.

Florida businesses are sold quietly every day — employees, customers, and competitors never hear a word until the owner decides they should. The tools are blind marketing, NDAs before any identifying detail, and buyer screening before access. Here is how a confidential business sale actually works, who has to know and when, and what to do if a rumor starts.

Add-backs are the expenses on your books a new owner would never pay — and every documented add-back dollar gets multiplied when your business is priced. This guide covers the legitimate categories, how buyers and lenders verify every line, and the seven add-back mistakes that quietly destroy buyer trust in Florida deals.

Your tax return is built to show as little profit as possible. Seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) reverses that — it's the number buyers actually price your business on. Here's how SDE is calculated, how it differs from EBITDA, and a self-audit to run before any buyer runs it for you.

Most Florida business sales take six to twelve months — and the difference between a fast deal and a stalled one is decided before the listing ever goes live. Here is the honest, stage-by-stage timeline: valuation, confidential marketing, buyer screening, due diligence, financing, and closing. Plus the Florida-specific friction points — license transfers, lease assignments, seasonality — that catch owners off guard.

Most Florida business brokers charge a success fee of 8–12% on Main Street deals, paid at closing — but the percentage is the least interesting part. This guide breaks down how fees scale on larger deals, which upfront charges should make you pause, and why the cheapest fee usually costs sellers the most.

Business broker commissions in Fort Lauderdale begin at 10% on the first $1 million. The commission schedule matters, but the agreement is only part of the picture. Before you sign anything, here is what Fort Lauderdale business owners need to understand about how broker fees are structured, what they cover, and where sellers lose money.

Most business sales in Fort Lauderdale close in seven to twelve months. Some sellers are done in five. Others are still negotiating at eighteen. The difference almost never comes down to luck. It comes down to how prepared the seller was before the business ever hit the market. Here is what that process actually looks like, phase by phase.

Most business owners don’t know this: the person you choose to sell your business is either going to multiply your exit value or quietly kill your best offer.

Too many South Florida entrepreneurs list their $3M business with a broker who only knows how to sling $300K auto shops. Or they overpay a fancy M&A advisor when they just needed a dialed-in operator to connect them with real buyers.

A defensible business valuation starts with normalized earnings, then adjusts for buyer risk, transferability and financing. This guide explains how South Florida owners can understand their range and improve it before going to market.

You’ve built something amazing. Maybe from scratch. Maybe you took something broken and made it profitable. Either way, the late nights, the payroll stress, the wins—they're yours.

Now you’re staring down the big question: "Should I sell my business?" And if I do... how do I sell without screwing it all up?

Welcome. You’re not alone. We’ve walked hundreds of business owners through this exact transition, and here’s the truth:

Selling your business is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. Whether you're eyeing retirement, chasing your next big venture, or simply ready for a change, the sale of your company requires strategic planning and emotional readiness.

At Sailfish Equity Advisors, we've guided over 1,000 business owners across Florida through successful exits. With 25+ years as trusted business brokers and M&A advisors, we understand the landscape, pitfalls, and best practices that lead to smooth, profitable deals.

If you're a business owner considering an exit, one of the first questions on your mind is probably: How much is my business worth? It's a loaded question—and not one with a one-size-fits-all answer. But whether you're planning to sell now or preparing for a future transition, understanding the value of your business is crucial.

If you're wondering how much to sell your business for, you're not alone. That’s the foundational question for any owner's exit plan—and it starts with understanding one number above all: profit. Not revenue, not future projections—but your actual earnings from the business. Profits make businesses attractive to buyers and credible to financiers.

If you're asking, “What is my business worth?”—you’re already ahead of 90% of business owners. But here’s the kicker: most never figure it out until it’s too late. In this guide, we’ll break down how to sell your business, what drives your valuation, and how Florida business owners like you can maximize your exit by working with the right business broker.

“How much do I sell my business for in West Palm Beach?” If that’s the question on your mind, you’re in the right place. This article breaks down exactly how business valuation works, how to get paid what you’ve built, and why West Palm Beach business owners choose Sailfish Equity Advisors to lead high-stakes exits.