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Leah Jackson

Keller Williams Northern Michigan Properties

License Number: 65024324774

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1200 Young St,
Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan 49783 (View Map)

About the Company

I am a licensed real estate broker serving Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula, dedicated to helping business owners sell for maximum value and guiding buyers toward the right opportunities. With a strong background in real estate, investment properties, and business transactions, I provide a unique advantage for clients whose sales involve both the business and the property it operates from.

My approach is built on confidentiality and clear communication. Every business is unique, which is why I create customized marketing plans that reach qualified buyers while protecting sensitive information. From the initial valuation to negotiations and closing, I work closely with clients to ensure a smooth, efficient, and profitable transaction. I handle sales across a wide range of industries, including hospitality, retail, service, manufacturing, and businesses with commercial real estate. Whether you’re looking to sell a long-standing family business, purchase a growing operation, or invest in a new venture, my goal is to make the process seamless and stress-free.

As a local expert, I understand the unique opportunities and challenges in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula markets. I leverage targeted advertising, buyer networks, and strong negotiation skills to match the right buyer with the right business — creating win-win results for all parties.

If you’re ready to sell your business or explore ownership opportunities, I’m here to provide the expertise, connections, and dedication needed to help you achieve your goals.

Broker Biography

Introduction

I’m Leah Jackson, your trusted business broker specializing in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. With years of experience in real estate and business sales, I understand the local market’s unique opportunities and challenges.

My goal is to simplify the complex process of buying or selling a business. I focus on clear communication, confidentiality, and personalized strategies that fit your specific needs. Whether you’re a business owner ready to move on or a buyer searching for the right opportunity, I’m here to guide you from start to finish.

I work with a wide range of businesses — from small retail shops to companies with commercial real estate — and am dedicated to achieving the best results for my clients. When you work with me, you get a partner who listens, negotiates fiercely, and delivers results.

Let’s connect and make your business goals a reality.

Services Provided

Business Sales & Acquisitions in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula — Expert guidance for buying or selling small to mid-size businesses across a range of industries.

Business Valuations for Michigan Businesses — Comprehensive market analysis to price your business competitively for a profitable sale.

Targeted Marketing — Promotion of your Northern Michigan or Upper Peninsula business to qualified local and national buyers.

Commercial Real Estate & Business Transactions — Specialized experience in deals that include business assets and commercial properties in Michigan.

Buyer Representation in Michigan Business Purchases — Helping entrepreneurs find, evaluate, and acquire businesses in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula.

Full Transaction Management & Coordination — Managing every step from listing to closing to deliver a seamless and stress-free sale or purchase.

Areas Served

  • Chippewa, MI
  • Mackinac, MI
  • Luce, MI
  • Grand Traverse, MI
  • Schoolcraft, MI
  • Licensed In

    • Michigan — License number 65024324774

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