Question 1

How much does a small business broker cost in NJ?

Accepted Answer

Most NJ small business brokers charge a success-based commission of 8–12% for Main Street businesses under $1 million. For larger deals, commission structures often follow a Lehman or Double Lehman scale. Nexus Bridge charges $0 upfront — our fee is earned only when your business successfully closes.

Question 2

How long does it take to sell a business?

Accepted Answer

On average, selling a business takes 6 to 9 months from listing to closing. Nexus Bridge's average close time is 73 days from listing to close, with the full process from initial valuation through closing typically running 18–22 weeks depending on deal complexity.

Question 3

What is my business worth?

Accepted Answer

Business value is primarily determined by Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) or EBITDA multiplied by an industry-specific multiple. Most Main Street businesses sell for 2x–4x SDE, while larger or higher-growth companies can command 4x–7x EBITDA or more. Get a free confidential valuation from Nexus Bridge to find out where your business stands.

Question 4

Do I need a broker to sell my business?

Accepted Answer

While you can sell a business without a broker, studies show that broker-assisted sales close at higher prices and with fewer failed deals. A broker handles confidential marketing, buyer qualification, negotiation, and due diligence management — protecting your interests and your time throughout the process.

Question 5

What's included in Nexus Bridge's service?

Accepted Answer

Nexus Bridge provides a comprehensive service including free business valuation, confidential marketing on major platforms and our buyer network, buyer screening and qualification, negotiation support, due diligence management, and guidance through closing. All for $0 upfront — we only earn when your deal closes.

Question 6

Do you charge upfront fees?

Accepted Answer

No. Nexus Bridge operates on a 100% success-based model. There are no retainers, no listing fees, and no upfront costs. We earn our commission only when your business successfully sells and closes.

Question 7

What industries do you serve?

Accepted Answer

Nexus Bridge works with business owners across all industries, including HVAC, home services, restaurants, distribution routes, healthcare, manufacturing, professional services, retail, and more. We specialize in privately held businesses with $500K to $25M in annual revenue throughout the NJ, NY, NYC, and CT tri-state area.

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