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Shanon Madrid

Sunbelt of Durham/Chapel Hill

License Number: 288621

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4819 Emperor Blvd., Suite 400
Durham, North Carolina 27703 (View Map)

About the Company

The hallmark of our strength at Sunbelt, is our ability to understand and evaluate your business. We have over 50 years of skilled negotiators that are current business owners who understand your needs. We provide solid Price Point Evaluations to ensure that you are receiving top quality and value for your investment. Take a look at our closed business to see how we have been a partner in helping families transition to the next stage of their lives. Walk with us, we will get you through the process. Serving North Carolina Triangle and Triad regions.

Broker Biography

Introduction

You’ve come to the right place. Sunbelt has an extensive network that will enable you to find your dream business. Based on your industry and location, Sunbelt professionals will search thousands of business-for-sale listings to find the business for you. Once an acquisition target is determined, our Sunbelt professionals will walk you through the negotiation and acquisition process.

If you own an established business and are ready to sell, Sunbelt of Durham is here to help. Whether you are ready to retire or are preparing to move on to your next business venture, Sunbelt professionals will ensure you receive fair value for the hard work you have poured into your business. With over 30 years of experience in the business brokerage industry, you can count on Sunbelt of Durham for all of your business selling needs.

Services Provided

At Sunbelt Business Brokers we empower people to realize their business dreams. Some are owners with dreams for retirement, others are taking the step to buying and operating their first business and need an experienced broker to walk them through the purchase.

Sunbelt provides guidance for the purchase or sale of a business in North Carolina. We save our clients time and money by serving their needs in one place. Our expertise covers the entire process of ownership transfer so that you can be confident about every aspect of your transaction. We are familiar with the fine details that are necessary for a successful business sale, so we can make sure that you don’t miss an important element to a smooth transition. Our comprehensive business brokerage services include:

* Business valuations
* 401k rollovers
* Buyer financing
* Exit strategy and planning

When you choose Sunbelt of Durham, you will work with a trusted, professional business authority. We will protect your confidentiality as we work to provide a good outcome for all parties involved.

Sell-Side Services/Main Street Transactions:
When it is time to sell the small business that your hard work has built, it can be difficult to sort out the necessary components of a successful sale. We understand that you have much more than money invested in your Durham establishment, and will work to get you its full value. Our brokers will streamline the sales process and mitigate the inevitable challenges that you will face.

Sell-Side Services/Middle Market Transactions:
We fill the advising niche for middle market business owners who feel caught between small business investment services and large investment banks. If your company is privately held with annual sales ranging from $1 million to $50 million or more, we can provide full scale services at a reasonable fee.

Business Valuations:
Many business owners do not know the full value of their operation. Are you familiar with every factor that should be considered when determining a list price? Our experienced professionals can help you ask for a fair price that reflects the complete worth of your tangible and non-tangible assets.

Buyer Representation/Targeted Search Services:
The exciting process of purchasing a business can quickly become overwhelming. Many buyers grow frustrated and give up before the sale is complete. Our team will walk you through the stages of evaluating opportunities, meeting business owners, negotiating purchase terms and conditions, conducting due diligence, and coordinating a successful closing.

Franchise Consulting:
There are many opportunities to operate a franchise in Durham. If you prefer the support of an established chain, our franchise specialist can provide you with a free, no-obligation consultation. We will help you identify franchise opportunities that match your skill sets, financial profile, and lifestyle needs.

Areas Served

  • Durham, NC
  • Guilford, NC
  • Cumberland, NC
  • Wake, NC
  • Forsyth, NC
  • Licensed In

    • North Carolina — License number 288621

    Professional Affiliations

    United States Air Force Reserve - 31 years- Retired
    National Association of Women Business Owners- President
    Women's Business Owners Network
    Womens President Organization (WPO)
    SVP- Commercial Banking- Retired
    Garner Chamber of Commerce
    Greensboro Chamber of Commerce
    Kiwanis International- 12 years

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