Sell a Business
Since 2000, Bsale has been an affordable, quick and easy method to advertise and sell a business online. Business brokers, franchise groups and private sellers choose Bsale with its 20+ years of experience. Bsale is a proven safe and secure online platform to sell a business or franchise opportunity to buyers. See the businesses for sale that are currently online.
Bsale understands how to market and sell a business.
- Thousands of daily visitors to Bsale
- Large buyers databases with established email buyer alerts
- Home of the Bsale Magazine showcasing the latest news and advice from the business broking industry.
- The Bsale Hub is our resource centre to assist you to buy or sell a business
- A helpful guide to Selling a Business
- Large engaged social media audience with 33,000+ followers on Facebook.
- Bsale connects business buyers and sellers across Australia
How to Sell a Business
Creating an advertisement is easy on Bsale.com.au. We have packages suited specifically to our clients whether you are a business broker, business owner, franchise group or real estate agent we have options for you to sell a business online.
Business Brokers
Want to get more leads for your brokerage and clients? Bsale is a proud partner of the AIBB and is driven to give business brokers exposure for their listings and service. With 400+ business brokers currently advertising, join your industry peers on Bsale and sell a business.
Business Owners & Franchisees
Bsale has been assisting business owners to sell a business since 2000. We show you how to sell a business by creating an ad, marketing, fielding enquiries, negotiations and the legal paperwork you will need. Create your ad in under 10min and your business will be seen by our audience.
Franchise Groups & Business Opportunities
Looking to sell a franchise in multiple locations? We can help get you leads! We don't charge commission and leads can be directed straight to your database. Bsale can help you grow and expand your franchise.
Real Estate Agents
Want to sell a business for your client? We have packages for real estate agents who only sell a few businesses a year.
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Where will your Ad appear?
When you create a listing to sell a business it will be allocated to a suburb, region or location - depending on the information you enter. It will also appear in up to 4 categories that are relevant such as cafes for sale.
We can show you how to sell a business in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin, and Canberra.
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Sell a Business FAQs
How to Sell a Business?
In Australia, a business or franchise owner may sell their business privately (i.e. without an agent) or engage a licensed agent (i.e. real estate agent or business broker). Selling a business involves several steps and processes, including; preparation, appraisals, marketing, fielding enquiries, negotiations, offer and acceptance, due diligence, exchange of contracts, settlement, handover and training. Business brokers are licensed professionals in Australia to assist business and franchise owners in selling. A solicitor is required to prepare and review the legal documents, and an accountant to prepare financial records and review tax obligations.
How can I advertise and sell a business?
Bsale provides advertising options to business owners, business brokers and franchise groups. We realise that selling a business requires finding the right buyer, and we have been in this industry since 2000. To sell your business via Bsale, you need to select which type of seller you are and view the current packages available.
How do I legally sell a business?
Always seek professional legal advice when selling a business. Every state has different laws, and you want to be sure that the business sale is structured correctly for your state. A business sale usually requires a Contract of Sale document that the seller’s solicitor prepares. This document will outline things such as; assets being transferred, property details, fixtures, stock, patents, trademarks, liabilities, employee details and entitlements, training periods and more. During the Due Diligence process, the buyer's solicitor will usually look over the contract and may want to make adjustments. There is usually a period of negotiations between the buyer and seller before settlement. Once the settlement has occurred, it is the seller’s responsibility to transfer all the relevant services such as leases, licenses, ABN, Business names, trademarks, patents etc. and finalise any tax or employee obligations.
How long does it take to sell a business?
In Australia, the average is 6-9 month for businesses. Obviously, there can be variations to this as some businesses may sell in 3 months, others in 2 years. The variation depends on a few factors; whether a realistic asking price is set; location of the business; whether it’s a niche market; the value of the business; available buyers; whether the business is prepared for sale; the agent you engage and the way you market the business for sale.
How much does it cost to sell a business?
If you advertise and sell your business privately, you are looking at <$1,000 for marketing costs plus additional legal and accountant fees. If you are engaging a business broker, you will be looking at marketing fees and a sales commission (around 5-7%) usually $15,000+. There are also tax obligations to consider such as Capital Gains. Tax.
There is so much variation in the size and value of businesses, so the cost to sell a business will vary a great deal. Its always important to obtain professional advice when selling a business.
Who can I engage to sell my business?
In Australia, you have the option to sell your business privately, or you may engage an agent to assist you. Only licensed business brokers and real estate agents can work on your behalf to sell a business. Usually, you will enter into an agency agreement for 3-6 months, in which time the agent will assist you in selling the business. Every state has a governing body that oversees the licensing of agents.
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