9 Leading Business Brokers in Sydney NSW

by Catherine Mangana 20th of October, 2026

9 Leading Business Brokers in Sydney NSW

Sydney is Australia's largest business-for-sale market, with opportunities across professional services, healthcare, hospitality, retail and trade businesses. Buyers can find everything from entry-level businesses to multi-million dollar operations.

In a market this size, an experienced business broker in Sydney can help with pricing, confidentiality, negotiations and due diligence, from listing through to settlement. Not every business is advertised publicly, either. Some are sold quietly through broker networks, particularly where confidentiality or timing matters.

This guide covers what to look for in a Sydney business broker, how licensing and industry membership work in NSW, and nine brokers active across Sydney.

Sydney's Business Market at a Glance

According to Bsale marketplace data for the September 2026 quarter, businesses for sale in Sydney had an average asking price of $614,572. That was the third lowest of Australia's eight capital cities, ahead of Melbourne and Darwin.

Capital city	Average asking price, September 2026 quarter
Perth	$949,871
Brisbane	$825,819
Adelaide	$766,090
Sydney	$614,572
Melbourne	$610,978

Sydney and Melbourne together account for more than four in ten businesses for sale on Bsale. Their averages are pulled down by the large number of smaller cafes, restaurants and service businesses, which gives buyers the widest choice.

Activity has also picked up. In the September 2026 quarter, 70 Sydney businesses were marked as sold on Bsale, up from 44 a year earlier. Sydney was also one of the strongest areas for buyer enquiry, with Penrith standing out among Sydney's suburbs. For the latest figures, see Bsale's Market Insights.

Business Broker Licensing in NSW

In New South Wales, business brokers operate under the same regulatory framework as real estate agents and must hold a Class 2 licence issued by NSW Fair Trading. Brokers selling businesses that include goodwill, leases or property interests must meet qualification standards, hold professional indemnity insurance and follow rules on disclosure, trust money and consumer protection.

For buyers and sellers, that means brokers are accountable and working within a regulated environment. Before you engage a business broker in Sydney, check their licence on the NSW Fair Trading public register, and make sure their experience suits your industry and type of business.

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AIBB Membership

Many business brokers in Sydney are members of the Australian Institute of Business Brokers (AIBB), the national industry body for business brokers.

AIBB members follow a code of conduct and have access to industry training, valuation education and market information. Membership isn't a guarantee of a good result, but it shows a broker has committed to professional standards and ongoing education.

LINK's Mark Jason completed a postgraduate diploma in valuations with the AIBB before taking on the master franchise rights for LINK in New South Wales. When he completed his licence 22 years ago, he was among the youngest members of the institute.

How to Choose a Business Broker in Sydney

With so many brokers working across Sydney, the right one for you depends on your business, its value and how you want the sale handled. Before you sign an agency agreement, it's worth asking a few questions.

Do They Know Your Industry?

A broker who regularly sells businesses like yours will understand how buyers value them, what they'll ask in due diligence and where deals tend to stall. Many Sydney brokerages have specialists in hospitality, medical, childcare, service stations or technology.

Anthony Papas, founder of ABBA Group, has built his team around sector knowledge.

"I've got two people who just do tech software businesses. That's pretty much all they sell," he said.

Do They Handle Businesses Your Size?

Selling a $300,000 cafe is a different process from selling a $10 million manufacturing business, with different buyers, advisers and deal structures. ABBA Group focuses on transactions generally ranging from $2 million to $35 or $40 million.

"We're above a traditional business broker, but we're sort of below where Big-4 accounting firms would play," Anthony explained.

Ask a broker what they've sold recently and at what value, and whether they work with larger buyers such as private equity groups, family offices or corporate buyers.

Can They Get the Deal Done?

Finding interested buyers is only part of the job. Zoran Sarabaca of Xcllusive Business Brokers has worked in business broking for 22 years and says the harder part now is managing the process through to completion.

"You never fail to find a buyer," he said. "What you fail is to complete a deal."

In his experience, deals most commonly fail because the price is wrong or because the seller makes the transaction unnecessarily difficult. A good broker will tell you if your price expectations are unrealistic, and help both sides work through issues such as deferred payments, warranties and conditions.

Questions to Ask Before You Sign

How many businesses like mine have you sold, and when?
How will you value my business, and what evidence will you use?
Where will you market it, and how will you protect confidentiality?
How large is your buyer database?
What are your fees, and what costs do I pay upfront?
How long is the agency agreement, and what happens if I want to end it?
Who will handle my sale day to day?

For more, read how to choose the right business broker for selling your business.

9 Business Brokers in Sydney

The brokers below are active across Sydney and cover a range of industries and transaction sizes, from small hospitality businesses to mid-market sales.

1. LINK Business Brokers Sydney

LINK Business Brokers Sydney is part of a network that works across Australia and New Zealand with about 200 brokers. Its St Leonards office handles sales across hospitality, services, retail, professional practices and mid-market businesses.

One recent review said: "The LINK team were outstanding, organised, responsive and incredibly thorough. They helped us attract serious buyers quickly and guided us through every step."

LINK's Mark Jason says the network completes around 1,400 deals a year, which creates access to buyers that smaller firms may not reach. He also believes the work remains personal.

"You have to be part lawyer, part accountant, part salesperson, part psychologist," he said.

2. Core Business Brokers

Core Business Brokers is one of Sydney's longer-established brokerages. From its North Shore base, the team has handled hundreds of sales across a wide range of industries and focuses on realistic appraisals and hands-on support.

As one seller wrote in a Google review: "Core Business Brokers made the entire experience stress-free. Their advice was practical, their communication was constant, and we always felt the process was in safe hands."

Core Business Brokers has around 50+ listings on Bsale

3. SBX Business Brokers

SBX Business Brokers has been operating for more than 30 years and is one of Sydney's higher-volume brokerages. Its team handles hundreds of listings across hospitality, retail, services and franchises.

One owner commented: "SBX delivered enquiries from day one. The broker kept us informed throughout and negotiated a strong outcome. Their market knowledge made all the difference."

SBX Business Brokers has around 275+ listings on Bsale

4. Network Infinity

Network Infinity works from Chatswood, with particular experience in hospitality, retail, NDIS and service businesses. Its brokers offer sector knowledge and one-on-one support through the sale.

One review noted: "Our broker was incredibly dedicated. They handled every enquiry professionally, communicated clearly and helped us secure a sale faster than expected."

Network Infinity has around 165+ listings on Bsale

5. GSE Hospitality Brokers

GSE Hospitality Brokers specialises in cafe, restaurant and hospitality sales. The business was founded by people who have run their own venues, and that operating experience shapes how the team prices and markets hospitality businesses.

One venue owner shared: "GSE understood our business immediately. They knew the market, gave honest advice on price and brought genuine buyers through the door. Their experience in hospitality was invaluable."

6. BCI Business Brokers

BCI Business Brokers is a boutique brokerage in Crows Nest, led by Tony Arena, who has more than three decades of experience. Tony is known for direct communication and negotiation.

One client noted: "Tony guided us with absolute professionalism. His knowledge, negotiation ability and steady approach helped us achieve the result we hoped for."

BCI Business Brokers has around 5+ listings on Bsale
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7. 1SELL

1SELL covers Greater Sydney and Western Sydney from Parramatta, selling businesses and commercial property. Its brokers have their own business experience and take a practical, approachable style.

As one seller commented: "The team at 1SELL were easy to work with, always available and genuinely invested in helping us sell. Their understanding of the local area was a real advantage."

1SELL has around 148+ listings on Bsale

8. Xcllusive Business Brokers

Xcllusive Business Brokers has a Sydney office handling a wide range of small and mid-market sales, supported by its buyer database and structured sales process.

Zoran Sarabaca estimates that around 70% of his enquiries now come from his existing database rather than online portals. On larger sales, he sees the broker's role moving closer to managing a project.

"This means the broker increasingly resembles a project manager rather than a salesperson," he said.

One review shared: "Xcllusive were organised, transparent and very supportive. Their process gave us real confidence, and the outcome exceeded expectations."

9. JS Business Brokers

JS Business Brokers works with sellers across hospitality, retail and service businesses. It's a smaller brokerage, with a personal, one-on-one approach.

One client shared: "JS Business Brokers made the sale easy to understand, kept us informed at every stage and genuinely cared about achieving the right outcome."

JS Business Brokers has around 50+ listings on Bsale

Why Work With a Sydney Business Broker?

Buying or selling a business in Sydney means dealing with leases, valuations, regulations and plenty of competition. A broker can manage much of that for you.

For sellers, a broker can value the business, keep the sale confidential, prepare the marketing and advertise it on sites like Bsale, screen buyers, manage enquiries and negotiate on your behalf through to settlement. Read more about what a business broker does.

For buyers, a broker can help you find realistic opportunities, explain how a business operates and support you through due diligence. Our guide to buying a business explains each step and which professionals can help.

Whether you're selling or looking for your next business, browse businesses for sale in Sydney or find a business broker in Sydney to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do business brokers in Sydney need a licence?

Yes. In NSW, business brokers must hold a licence issued by NSW Fair Trading. You can check a broker's licence on the NSW Fair Trading public register.

What is the average asking price of a business in Sydney?

In the September 2026 quarter, businesses for sale in Sydney on Bsale had an average asking price of $614,572. Asking prices vary widely by industry, size and profit.

Do I need a broker to sell my business?

No, but many owners use one. A broker can help with pricing, confidentiality, marketing, screening buyers and negotiating, which can be difficult to manage while you're still running the business.

How do I choose the right broker?

Look for a broker with experience in your industry and with businesses your size. Ask what they've sold recently, how they'll market your business, and what their fees and agency agreement terms are.

Disclaimer: Statistics are based on Bsale.com.au marketplace data and do not represent the entire Australian business sales market. Listing information is supplied by advertisers and is not independently verified by Bsale. Data may contain errors, duplicates or outdated information. Listings and asking prices may not be directly comparable, including those advertised as WIWO, plus SAV or including freehold property. Asking prices are not confirmed sale prices, and listings marked as sold do not verify completed transactions. Figures are indicative only. This article is general information, not professional advice. Readers should conduct independent due diligence before making business or investment decisions.

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