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Sell Your Business With Graymarc

We guide privately held business owners through confidential, professionally managed sales nationwide.

Start with a Conversation

Sell-Side Only

No Upfront Retainer

No Long-Term Exclusivity

Nationwide

How We Sell Your Business

Understanding and Valuing Your Business

We learn how your business operates and determine what it is worth in today’s market.

Business valuation analysis for a small business sale

Finding and Qualifying the Right Buyer

We confidentially introduce your business to qualified buyers and manage conversations on your behalf.

We handle negotiations and keep the process moving through due diligence and closing.

Negotiation, Due Diligence, and Closing

Qualifying and screening buyers for a confidential business sale

Negotiating and closing a small business sale transaction

Why Owners Choose Graymarc Over a Traditional Brokerage

We built Graymarc because sellers deserve better than a rushed process and a distracted broker. Every engagement gets our full attention, from first conversation to closing.

Sellers only: We never represent buyers. Your interests are the only interests we serve.

No retainer: You pay nothing upfront. Our fee is tied entirely to a successful close.

Confidential by default: We protect your identity and business details at every stage.

Honest valuations: We'll give you a clear, realistic picture of your business value today, so you can plan your next move with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions About Selling a Business

What types of businesses do you work with?

We primarily work with privately held, owner-operated businesses across a range of industries, typically generating between $200,000 and $3,000,000 in annual profit. If you’re unsure whether your business is a fit, we’re happy to have a quick, confidential conversation.

How is my business valued?

Valuation is based on a combination of financial performance, industry dynamics, risk profile, and buyer demand. Most small businesses are valued on a multiple of their Seller Discretionary Earnings. We provide a clear, supportable valuation range and explain the reasoning behind it, free of charge.

How long does the selling process usually take?

Most transactions take 6–9 months from initial preparation to closing, though timelines vary based on complexity, buyer demand, and preparedness. We’ll outline a realistic timeline upfront so there are no surprises.

Do you represent buyers as well as sellers?

Our primary focus is representing sellers. This allows us to advocate fully for your interests and avoid conflicts that can arise when representing both sides of a transaction.

Will my employees or customers find out my business is for sale?

Confidentiality is critical. We take deliberate steps to protect your identity and business information, sharing details only with qualified buyers under strict confidentiality agreements.

What are your fees?

Our fees are success-based. There's no retainer and nothing upfront — we're paid only when your sale closes. For context, most brokers charge 8–12% of the sale price on smaller transactions, on a declining scale as value rises, plus a retainer of $2,500 to $25,000 that you pay whether or not the business ever sells. We don't work that way, and we don't lock you into a long-term agreement to do it.

Am I locked into a long-term agreement?

No. Most brokerages will ask you to sign a 12-month exclusive listing agreement. We don't. If you're not satisfied with how we're representing you, you can end the engagement. We'd rather earn the next month than hold you to a contract.

How do we get started?

It starts with a confidential conversation. We’ll learn about your goals, your business, and your timeline, then outline what the process could look like, so you can decide whether moving forward makes sense.

What if I’m not ready to sell yet?

That’s completely fine. Many owners speak with us months or even years before selling. We’re happy to provide guidance that helps you prepare, whether or not you ultimately decide to move forward.

What is my business worth?

Most small businesses sell for a multiple of Seller's Discretionary Earnings — typically 2x to 4x, depending on industry, size, growth trend, and how much the business depends on the owner day to day. Larger companies are usually valued on EBITDA at higher multiples. Our valuation calculator gives you a starting range in about two minutes, and we'll give you a written one at no cost.

Do you work with business owners outside of Texas?

Yes — most of our work is out of state. We're headquartered in Texas but represent sellers nationwide, and the process runs the same either way: a virtual data room, video management meetings, and travel when the deal warrants it. Buyers are national regardless of where you sit.

What's the difference between a business broker, an M&A advisor, and an investment bank?

Business brokers generally handle Main Street transactions under $2 million with a fairly standardised process. M&A advisors run structured, competitive processes for lower-middle-market companies. Investment banks work further up market again, usually above $50 million, with institutional buyers and formal auction processes — and fee structures to match. We sit in the middle: M&A-style buyer management and deal running, applied to owner-operated businesses.