Contact Broker
2615 Hill'an'brook Drive,
Portage, Michigan 49024
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Affiliated Broker
Larry Baumgart
About the Company
Business owners contact our firm to help them confidentially buy or sell their next business. With over 25 years experience in business valuations and services to help business owners increase value and ultimately the selling price of their business, we are a great choice to represent you and your needs. The savvy business purchaser will use us to insure they don't over pay for a business.
Located in the Greater West Michigan area, we help clients throughout the Midwest with a focus in Michigan, Indiana and we have a partnership providing service in California.
We work with your trusted advisor team (CPA, Attorney, Banker, Financial Planner, and US!)
Broker Biography
Introduction
Advanced Business Advisors, LLC was formed to represent business owners selling their companies in Michigan, Indiana and other mid-west locations as well as California, whose entities typically generated revenues up to $10 million. We have expanded and now provide services on several platforms to best serve different market segments, from main street to the small mid-market.
Main Street Market Maker: An assisted self-service model to give main street businesses access to top quality marketing and exposure to a broad pool of potential buyers with flexibility at an affordable cost. Services include marketing support, multiple listing channels, non-disclosure process, pricing guidance. Provided under a non-exclusive arrangement. Great for small companies under $500k in value, restaurants, retail and owner operated businesses. (Available in most states)
ABA - Business Brokers: Full-service business brokerage helping businesses with up to 10 million in revenue and enterprise values between $500k - $5 million sell their company. Services include Sell / Buy side support as well as business appraisals/valuations. We have experts that specialize in manufacturing, distribution, transportation & logistics, business to business services, computer & IT services, construction trades, professional services and others (NEW: Medical, Dental, Vision and Pharmacy - ask for details).
Advanced Business Advisors - M&A Buyside Advisory: Project-based service to support growth initiatives through acquisition by small to mid-market firms ($5 - $50 million). Each program is custom designed based on client defined targets. Serving the Midwest region.
Ask us about our sell-side alliance partners providing services for businesses with revenues from $10 million to $50 million.
We work to educate prospective buyers on the cost and availability of appropriate businesses and regularly engage in strategic searches for qualified buyers. Regardless of whom we represent, confidentiality and serving the needs of our clients are our top priorities.
ABA Healthcare Specialty Services – (Available in most States)
We have partners with decades of experience specific to small practitioners in the following healthcare related businesses. If you are looking to transition into retirement and want to work with a representative that specializes in your specific practice area call or email us today!
Services Provided
Worry Free Business Transition / Broker Services Include:
- Pre-Planning and Guidance to Maximize Returns
- Quality and Realistic Valuations Services
- In-depth Business Analysis and Reports
- Identify Targets and Use of Active Marketing Distribution
- Discrete Marketing of Business, No Disruption In Business
- Wide Array of Financial Partners and Investor Relationships
- Negotiations and Comprehensive Support Through Closing
Advanced planning is the key for best results. In fact, we prefer to start working with business owners at least 2-3 years prior to them looking to buy or sell a business.
Additional Small to Mid-sized Business Services Included:
- Short and Long-term Strategic Business Planning
- Manufacturing Process Improvements Consulting
- Wealth Preservation and Exit Strategies
- Business Appraisals and Valuation Improvement Services
Areas Served
Business For Sale Listings
Cash Flow: $195,288
United States
View Details Automotive Service & Repair - South Central Michigan
A fantastic opportunity for an established mechanic looking to own their own business or as a portfolio addition with the current manager in place. With a strong track record of consistent profitability, this well-established shop has been serving its loyal customer base for many years. Known for its high-quality service and trustworthy reputation, with clients who return time and time again. The shop’s proven success and community ties make it a rare find in the automotive industry and an ideal investment for anyone looking to step into ownership of a thriving operation.The shop offers a full suite of services. From routine maintenance like oil changes, tire rotations, and brake services to more complex repairs, like engine diagnostics, transmission work, and more, the team of skilled technicians provides reliable care for vehicles of all makes and models. Less
Cash Flow: $146,646
Portage, MI
View Details Well Established Adult Foster Care Family Home – Portage Michigan
REAL ESTATE included in asking price! This is a Family Adult Foster Care Home, which allows a family to live in the upper part of the bi-level home and the four developmentally disabled gentlemen to live in the lower part of the home. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals who would like to stay home and raise their own children, while earning a substantial income, without the expense of daycare for the children. The contract with Kalamazoo County Community Mental Health and other government placing agencies provides a large tax-exempt income for the owner.The family atmosphere of the home gives the four gentlemen a sense of worth. Through providing them with their meals, medications, laundry, etc., the business owner gives them a sense of worth and belonging. All the gentlemen use Metro Transit services to go out to day programs, which provides the owner time with no residents present. Less
Cash Flow: $338,000
Vermont
View Details Vermont Optometry Practice
Thriving Optometry practice for sale in Vermont with a high gross and high net. Booked out 6 months, receiving 10-15 new patient calls a week. Selling OD willing to stay on and help with transition. Only 25 clinicals hours per week leaves tremendous room for growth. Less
Advanced Business Advisors, LLC was formed to represent business owners selling their companies in Michigan, Indiana and other mid-west locations as well as California, whose entities typically generated revenues up to $10 million. We have expanded and now provide services on several platforms to best serve different market segments, from main street to the small mid-market. Main Street Market Maker: An assisted self-service model to give main street businesses access to top quality marketing and exposure to a broad pool of potential buyers with flexibility at an affordable cost. Services include marketing support, multiple listing channels, non-disclosure process, pricing guidance. Provided under a non-exclusive arrangement. Great for small companies under $500k in value, restaurants, retail and owner operated businesses. (Available in most states) ABA - Business Brokers: Full-service business brokerage helping businesses with up to 10 million in revenue and enterprise values between $500k - $5 million sell their company. Services include Sell / Buy side support as well as business appraisals/valuations. We have experts that specialize in manufacturing, distribution, transportation & logistics, business to business services, computer & IT services, construction trades, professional services and others (NEW: Medical, Dental, Vision and Pharmacy - ask for details). Advanced Business Advisors - M&A Buyside Advisory: Project-based service to support growth initiatives through acquisition by small to mid-market firms ($5 - $50 million). Each program is custom designed based on client defined targets. Serving the Midwest region. Ask us about our sell-side alliance partners providing services for businesses with revenues from $10 million to $50 million. We work to educate prospective buyers on the cost and availability of appropriate businesses and regularly engage in strategic searches for qualified buyers. Regardless of whom we represent, confidentiality and serving the needs of our clients are our top priorities. ABA Healthcare Specialty Services – (Available in most States) We have partners with decades of experience specific to small practitioners in the following healthcare related businesses. If you are looking to transition into retirement and want to work with a representative that specializes in your specific practice area call or email us today!
Nichol earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Grand Valley State University with areas of study in general business and Spanish. She has a 10-year professional background that includes experience in sales and management. Nichol uses her vast skill set to help clients with top quality marketing pieces to attract buyers, works with routing buyer interest and has recently stepped into the role to support growing demand for our Main Street Market Maker Platform. She was born and raised in Michigan and she and her husband briefly moved their family to Alabama for 4 years for an opportunity to focus on their family. They relocated back in MI and reside in Portage, Mi as a family of 5. Nichol finds joy in spending time with her 3 young children, camping as a family, reading the latest fiction novel, and binge watching the latest shows with her husband.
