How many SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS has 129 franchise locations.

Can you get an SBA loan for a SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS franchises. We have historical SBA 7(a) loan data on file including approval counts, average loan amounts, and default rates. Get full access to see the complete SBA loan history.

Is SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS a good franchise to buy?

SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS shows several positive indicators: established brand with 129+ locations, low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

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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.

FDD Year:

129locations

$61K–$115K

ServicesIndependence, OHSB Administrative Services, Inc.www.sunbeltnetwork.comDisclaimer

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$49,500

Initial Investment

$61,400 – $114,500

Royalty Rate

N/A

Brand Fund

4.00%

Fixed Monthly Fees

$650 – $750

4% marketing fee (max $40k/yr; min $900-$1,600/mo depending on territory and year) + $250/mo tech/admin + $200/mo CRM + $200/mo third-party marketing services.

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

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SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS Franchise Analysis

Entering the business brokerage arena means tapping into a network that connects sellers and buyers of small to mid-sized companies, but Sunbelt Business Brokers brings unique leverage through its multiple listing system and M&A expertise. The 2025 FDD reveals steady territorial expansion without aggressive saturation, alongside a tech platform and training that promise operational efficiency. Yet with no Item 19 earnings disclosure, what do the SBA loan patterns and low transfer activity really signal for your bottom line?

Item 7 details an accessible entry: $49,500 franchise fee within a $61,400-$114,500 initial investment range, far below many service franchisors exceeding $200K. Ongoing fees include a 4% brand/ad fund (capped at $40K/year, minimum $900-$1,600/month by territory), plus $250/month tech/admin, $200/month CRM, and $200/month third-party marketing—totaling under $3K monthly for most. Without Item 19, no median gross sales or profit figures are provided, a notable gap in business services where transparency aids validation; this forces reliance on broader benchmarks like average brokerage deals ($500K-$2M) potentially yielding 10-12% commissions. Four SBA loans average $280,200, suggesting lenders back viable cash flows despite modest startup capital.

System vitality shines with +7% growth (118 locations in 2024 to 126 in 2025, now 129 total including 1 corporate), just 1 termination and 3 transfers—low churn flags stability versus category norms of 5-10% annual exits. This points to resilient demand in metropolitan territories, bolstered by franchise resales and buyer referrals. For deal-makers eyeing $100K+ net worth, the model's network effects could amplify earnings, but vet territory exclusivity and validate via FDD Item 20 projections amid no earnings data.

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Analysis based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.

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	$61K – $115K	$50K	N/A	129
Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution, LLC	$14K – $607K	N/A	N/A	6,454
THE UPS STORE (TRADITIONAL)	$216K – $609K	$30K	5.0%	4,500
RE/MAX	$37K – $337K	$35K	1.0%	2,994
JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE	$71K – $105K	$25K	15.0%	2,744
CRUISE PLANNERS	$2K – $21K	$11K	3.0%	2,655
Business Services Average 198 franchises	$121K – $289K	$47K	10.2%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 198 Business Services franchises by location count.