SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS
Sunbelt Business Brokers franchises enable operators to run a business brokerage firm that lists privately held businesses for sale, finds buyers, negotiates terms, and assists in closing transactions, while also offering services in mergers and acquisitions, franchise resales, and buyer referrals to other franchisors. The business model leverages the Sunbelt network's brand recognition, multiple listing system, technology platform, training programs, marketing materials, and operational support to facilitate transactions. It targets sellers of small to mid-sized businesses and potential buyers in defined metropolitan territories.
Franchise Costs
4% marketing fee (max $30k/yr, monthly mins vary by territory/year $700-$1,600) + $250/mo technology & admin + $200/mo CRM + $590-$790/mo E&O insurance
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 32 Sunbelt franchisees in the United States responded to the May 2024 survey, operational for at least 12 months.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS Compares
Key Insights
- Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Business Services
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS Current | $58K – $119K | $50K | N/A | 121 |
| Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution, LLC | $14K – $607K | N/A | N/A | 6,454 |
| THE UPS STORE (TRADITIONAL) | $216K – $609K | $30K | 5.0% | 4,500 |
| JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE | $71K – $105K | $25K | 15.0% | 2,744 |
| CRUISE PLANNERS | $2K – $21K | $11K | 3.0% | 2,655 |
| SERVPRO (UNIT) | $259K – $380K | $100K | 10.0% | 2,286 |
Business Services Average 188 franchises | $118K – $284K | $46K | 10.4% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 188 Business Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+28 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS franchisees (2020 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
147 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
147 Contacts Available
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS franchise ranges from $57,950 to $118,500. This includes a franchise fee of $49,500.
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