ExitGrowth Business Brokers

Off-Market Business Search & Sourcing

Not every good business is listed for sale. We conduct targeted, ethical outreach to business owners in your target market to surface opportunities before they hit the open market.

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ExitGrowth Business Brokers

When Off-Market Sourcing Works Best

  • You have a clear buy box and know exactly what type of business you want
  • You have been searching on-market and not finding the right fit
  • You want to avoid competitive bidding situations
  • You are open to longer timelines and lower response rates in exchange for better deals
  • You want to approach specific industries, geographies, or niches proactively

Our Outreach Process

Step 1

Define Target Criteria

We refine your buy box into specific SIC/NAICS codes, revenue ranges, geographies, and owner demographics that make sense for outreach.

Step 2

Build Target Lists

We compile lists of businesses matching your criteria using commercial databases, industry directories, and public records.

Step 3

Conduct Outreach

Personalized, professional outreach via direct mail and other channels. No aggressive tactics, no misleading claims. Just a clear, respectful inquiry.

Step 4

Manage Responses

We screen responses, qualify interested owners, facilitate NDAs, and present qualified opportunities to you for review.

Realistic Expectations

Off-market is powerful, but it requires patience and realistic expectations. Here is what to expect.

Response rates

Typically 1–5% of outreach generates a meaningful response. This is normal.

Timeline

Off-market campaigns take weeks to months to produce results. This is a strategic, long-term approach.

Owner readiness

Many owners are curious but not ready. We qualify interest levels before investing your time.

Deal quality

Off-market deals often have less competition and more room for creative structuring. The trade-off is patience.

Ethical & Confidential Approach

Our outreach is always professional, transparent, and confidential. We never misrepresent our intentions, pressure owners, or share your identity without your permission. Every interaction is designed to build trust and respect the owner's situation.

Off-Market Sourcing Pricing

Off-market sourcing is included as part of buyer representation. Your $2,500 engagement fee includes the first 100 targeted off-market owner outreach attempts. Additional outreach is available as needed.

  • First 100 outreach attempts included with buyer representation engagement
  • $1,000 per additional 100 targeted outreach attempts
  • Continuous on-market business outreach included at no extra charge

Qualify as a Buyer First

Before we launch an off-market campaign, we make sure you are qualified and ready. Take our free buyer questionnaire to get started.

Ready to Go Beyond the Listings?

Schedule a free consultation to discuss your buy box, assess the viability of off-market sourcing for your criteria, and build a targeted campaign.

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