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4450 Erin Drive, Suite 100A
Eagan, Minnesota 55122
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About the Company
VR Business Brokers / VR M&A Twin Cities is a premier advisory firm specializing in business sales, mergers and acquisitions, and certified business valuations for lower middle-market companies. The firm helps business owners maximize value, reduce risk, and achieve profitable, seamless transitions — whether selling to outside buyers, private equity groups, strategic acquirers, or internal successors.
VR delivers comprehensive services from confidential market preparation and buyer outreach to valuation-driven deal structuring and transaction management. Known for rigorous financial analysis, strategic positioning, and a proven sales record, the firm consistently secures competitive offers and successful closings for its clients.
The team’s approach integrates valuation expertise, market knowledge, and process discipline to guide business owners through every stage of the sale. This includes preparing clean financials, coordinating due diligence, managing negotiations, and navigating complex deal structures — all with strict confidentiality and a focus on value preservation.
At VR, selling a business is not just a transaction — it’s the culmination of years of work and investment. The firm is committed to providing trusted representation, actionable insights, and responsive support to help business owners achieve the strongest possible outcome.
VR: Valued Representation, Valuable Resources, Very Responsive.
Broker Biography
Introduction
About VR Business Brokers / VR M&A Twin Cities
VR Business Brokers / VR M&A Twin Cities is a full-service advisory firm specializing in business sales, mergers and acquisitions, and certified business valuations for lower middle-market companies. Our mission is to help business owners unlock the full value of their life’s work by delivering strategic, confidential, and results-driven advisory services.
We understand that selling a business is more than a transaction — it’s a complex process that requires careful planning, precise valuation, strategic positioning, and experienced deal management. Our team is dedicated to guiding business owners through each stage of the journey, from preparation to post-closing transition, with professionalism and discretion.
Our Services
Business Sales & Mergers
We represent owners seeking to sell their companies to strategic buyers, private equity groups, family offices, or individual investors. Our services include buyer outreach, confidential marketing, due diligence coordination, negotiations, and transaction management — all aimed at maximizing value and ensuring a smooth transition.
Certified Business Valuations
We provide USPAP-compliant valuations and market-based opinion of value reports to support sale preparation, SBA financing, partner buyouts, estate planning, and other strategic decisions. Our valuation expertise gives business owners a clear, data-driven view of their company’s worth.
Exit & Transition Planning
We offer tailored exit strategies to help business owners prepare well in advance of a sale, including management buyouts, generational succession, staged exits, and risk-reduction planning. Early planning helps preserve enterprise value and strengthens deal outcomes.
Market Readiness & Value Enhancement
We help owners improve their company’s marketability and performance ahead of a sale. This includes financial recasting, operational reviews, buyer-readiness assessments, and identification of key value drivers that can increase market value and reduce buyer risk.
Deal Structuring & Negotiation Support
We work closely with sellers, their legal counsel, and accounting teams to design optimal transaction structures, mitigate risk, and navigate allocation, tax, and earnout considerations — ensuring value is preserved throughout the negotiation process.
Real Estate Advisory
When a business sale involves commercial real estate, our team can coordinate the sale or lease of the property in alignment with the business transaction, providing a seamless and strategic process for both assets.
Our Approach
We are known for our rigorous financial analysis, strategic positioning, and proven sales record. Each engagement is handled with strict confidentiality and a commitment to value preservation. We tailor our process to each client’s unique situation, combining market intelligence with disciplined execution to secure competitive offers and successful closings.
At VR, we operate as a collaborative partner to our clients. We work alongside their legal, tax, and financial advisors to ensure a smooth and well-supported transaction. Our proactive approach minimizes disruption to day-to-day operations while driving toward the strongest possible outcome.
Industries Served
We work with companies across diverse sectors, with a strong focus on lower middle-market businesses generating $2–50 million in annual revenue. Key industries include:
Manufacturing and Industrial
Healthcare and Assisted Living
Professional and Technical Services
Specialty Trades and Construction
Niche B2B Service Companies
Consumer Services and Retail
Our Commitment
VR Business Brokers / VR M&A Twin Cities is built on a simple promise: to help business owners achieve their goals with integrity, professionalism, and measurable results. We understand that selling your business may be the most significant financial and emotional decision of your life. We are here to protect what you’ve built, advocate on your behalf, and guide you every step of the way.
VR: Valued Representation, Valuable Resources, Very Responsive.
Services Provided
Business Sales & Mergers
End-to-end representation for business owners seeking to sell to strategic buyers, private equity groups, or individual investors — from confidential marketing to negotiation, due diligence, and closing.
Certified Business Valuations
USPAP-compliant valuations and opinion of value reports to support sale planning, SBA financing, buy-sell agreements, partner buyouts, and succession planning.
Exit & Transition Planning
Comprehensive planning strategies to prepare businesses for sale or transition, including management buyouts, family succession, and staged exit strategies to maximize value.
Market Readiness & Value Enhancement
Pre-sale assessments, financial recasting, operational reviews, and value driver analysis to improve marketability and achieve stronger offers.
Deal Structuring & Negotiation Support
Guidance on transaction structures, tax considerations, and allocation strategies to help protect value and reduce risk during negotiations.
Real Estate Advisory
Coordinated sale or lease of business-related real estate as part of an integrated business sale strategy.
Areas Served
Licensed In
- Minnesota — License number 40546522
Professional Affiliations
Affiliations & Accreditations
Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) – International Society of Business Appraisers (ISBA)
Certified Business Appraisal Reviewer (CBA-R) – International Society of Business Appraisers (ISBA)
Certified M&A Professional (CM&AP) – Coles College of Business, Kennesaw State University
Licensed Real Estate Broker – State of Minnesota
Education & Membership
MBA (Master of Business Administration) – Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota
Executive Leadership Certification – Erickson School of Aging Studies
Member - IBBA, M&A Source
Board
Board of Advisory Committee - TCM CDC (Twin Cities Metro Certified Development Company)
Board of Directors - Better Business Bureau (BBB) MN ND Chapter
Business For Sale Listings
Minnesota 13 Unit 16 Bed Assisted Living SW MN Profitable Assisted Living in SW Minnesota
We are pleased to present this opportunity to acquire a 13 unit, 16 bed assisted living facility on over 9 acres of peaceful wooded land in southwestern Minnesota. This community has built a reputation for outstanding care and comfort over the last decade. Its spacious rural location affords a buyer the opportunity to enjoy the tranquility or expand to business to meet increasing demand. Less
Cash Flow: $348,262
Minnesota 20 Unit 24 Bed Assisted Living Property, Southern MN Opportunity 20 Unit 24 Bed Assisted Living Property, Southern MN Opportunity
VR Business Brokers, Mergers & Acquisitions is pleased to present a 20-unit, 24-bed assisted living facility in Southern Minnesota, offered with real property included.Established 20 years ago, this community has built a sterling reputation and maintained stable occupancy, with revenue steadily growing.• Payor mix (by beds): 80% private pay / 20% MA-EW• Average monthly rate per resident: $3,920• Average resident tenure: 4–5 years The owners are seeking an acquirer who will uphold the community’s strong reputation for quality care and capitalize on its earnings potential. They are also willing to remain during an agreed-upon transition period to ensure a seamless handover. Less
Cash Flow: $149,412
Minnesota Agent: James Matheson Custom Frame Shop in the South Metro MN Profitable Customer Frame business
VR Business Brokers, Mergers & Acquisitions has been engaged to represent a well-established custom framing shop known for providing high-end products to an affluent customer base. With substantial opportunity for growth, this business offers a turnkey expansion for an existing frame shop or a buyer looking to own and operate an artistic business.KEY HIGHLIGHTS• Designs, manufactures, and repairs custom framing for everything from fine art to heirlooms to sports jerseys in a well-equipped shop.• 30-year reputation for great customer service, attention to detail, and creative designs.• Experienced staff in place that is cross-trained for sales, design, and manufacturing.• Serves the South Less
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View Details Profitable 40+ Bed Assisted Living Twin Citie
We are pleased to present this opportunity to acquire an established assisted living facility in the TwinCities Metro Area. This community has a 20+ year history of top notch care with an outstandingreputation. This listing is a phenomenal opportunity both an established provider looking to expandan existing footprint or a someone looking to enter the field. Less
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View Details Millwork Manufacturing Business and Property
Established Millwork Manufacturing Operation with Comprehensive Real Estate PortfolioThis well-established millwork manufacturing enterprise, operating continuously since the 1980s, presents a strategic acquisition opportunity in Minnesota's lumber and wood products sector. The company maintains an established customer base and demonstrates revenue history spanning multiple decades of industry experience.Facility Infrastructure:The operation encompasses 32.08 acres of industrial real estate across four contiguous parcels in Deerwood, Minnesota. The property features approximately 62,785 square feet of purpose-built facilities including:• Manufacturing and production facilities• Warehouse and storage capabilities• Administrative offices and customer showroom• Specialized boiler and kiln support systems• High-capacity industrial sawdust collection Less
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View Details Non-Profit Leader in Continuing Education Seeks Strategic Acquirer
OFFERING VR Business Brokers, Mergers & Acquisitions has been engaged to represent a Section 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation specializing in continuing education courses for engineers, architects, contractors, landscape architects, land surveyors, attorneys, accountants, and more. They offer programs through live online sessions, live in-person classes, and on-demand platforms, supporting the requirements for professional certifications and licenses.The company is seeking either a for-profit or non-profit acquirer in order to secure long-term sustainability and advance its educational mission.KEY HIGHLIGHTS• Top of CE field in creating new CE content (up to 30-60 each month)• Revenue: Fully reliant on course fees. No restricted funds or assets• Leadership and team in place• Library of IP assets (Over 1,000 courses recorded and ready to go as on-demand classes)FYE 2020 Revenue: 3.7M FYE 2021 Revenue: 2.7MFYE 2022 Revenue: Less
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View Details Acquisition opportunity in Wood Structural Component Manufacturer
VR Business Brokers, Mergers & Acquisitions has been engaged torepresent a well-established truss company. With an impressivemarket presence and significant potential for expansion in agrowing industry, this business offers a strategic platform for abuyer looking to capitalize on both current profitability and futuregrowth opportunities.KEY HIGHLIGHTS• Consults, designs, manufactures, and manages logistics forall products, ensuring end-to-end solutions for clients.• 40 years of reputation and growth, built on a foundation ofcooperation and integrity.• Experienced key staff in place, including a skilled sales anddesign team to drive success.• Serves the Upper Midwest, with the ability to expand toCanada and other states upon request.• Operates with two manufacturing shifts to maximizeproduction capacity.• Manufacturing facility owned by the business, providingcontrol over operations and costs.• Fleet of trucks and vehicles Less
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