sell a Business

Changing the way businesses are sold

Each year in the UK, more than 170,000 businesses either close or are put up for sale. Despite this, over 60% of business owners still rely on outdated, low-visibility DIY advertising platforms, hoping the right buyer will simply appear. As a result, it is no surprise that 86% of businesses listed for sale fail to sell.

Many owners also unintentionally overvalue their business, relying on emotion rather than evidence, market trends or commercial logic. Combined with a limited understanding of the sales process, legal requirements, buyer vetting, negotiations and compliance, the outcome becomes predictable. Businesses remain unsold, leaving owners frustrated and out of pocket, often paying ongoing fees to advertising platforms while receiving little or no meaningful support. Others turn to poor-quality brokers who overpromise, underdeliver and lock clients into restrictive agreements that fail to serve their best interests.

Agent Local does things differently. Today, we are the trusted choice for more than 3,000 companies each year, delivering a modern, professional and fully managed sales service. We avoid the unfair fees, restrictive contracts and outdated practices commonly used by traditional and lower-tier brokers. Every seller is supported by a dedicated agent who manages the entire process from valuation through to completion, in the same way an estate agent would when selling a home.

From initial valuation to final completion, our fully managed service removes complexity at every stage. We provide a free expert valuation, prepare and present your financials professionally, create high-impact marketing, actively source and qualify buyers, manage viewings, negotiate offers and handle contracts through to completion. Backed by the UK’s largest database of over 244,000 motivated buyers, we achieve sales in an average of 13 weeks or less.

We have removed long contracts, hidden fees, termination costs and poor broker practices to give business owners a faster, fairer way to sell. By partnering with the UK’s leading commercial platforms, including Zoopla, PrimeLocation, LoopNet and OnTheMarket, we ensure every business reaches the widest possible audience and gets the attention it deserves.

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Looking to instruct us ? Speak to an agent today who will guide you through every stage of the sales process, beginning with a free, expert valuation. During this valuation, we assess current market conditions, buyer demand, your business’s financial performance, and the unique characteristics that make your business stand out. We also take time to understand your objectives and reason for sale, ensuring our strategy aligns with your goals.

After your valuation, you’ll have the option to formally instruct our team by choosing one of our transparent, fair-fee sales plans designed to offer exceptional value and complete peace of mind. Once your plan is confirmed, your agent will prepare your business for market, creating a professional listing and marketing strategy tailored to attract the right buyers.

“We sell businesses faster, fairer and without the unfair fees or contracts of a traditional agent.”

Book your free expert valuation today by calling 0333 050 1199 or by emailing our team on hello@agentlocal.co.uk to start your journey.