M&A Broker Referral Network

Find the Right Business Broker for Your Exit

We connect retiring business owners with vetted M&A brokers and business brokers — at no extra cost to you. Here's how the referral relationship works.

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The Referral Model

The broker pays RetireStack —
not you

M&A brokers earn their fee as a percentage of your sale price when the deal closes. They typically receive this directly from the sale proceeds. RetireStack receives a referral fee from the broker's network — at no additional cost to you.

The 10,000 baby boomers turning 65 every day are driving record business listings — see the Silver Tsunami Hub for the demographic data, timing framework, and exit-readiness benchmarks behind the surge.

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Broker earns on close — M&A broker fees usually run 5–10% of the sale price, paid at closing from proceeds. No upfront cost to you.
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RetireStack earns a referral — The broker or broker network pays RetireStack a small referral fee for connecting them with qualified sellers. Zero cost to you.
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You get matched — We connect you with brokers who specialize in your revenue range and industry. You maintain full control over which broker you engage.

Think of it like a Zillow agent referral — the platform connects you at no extra cost. The commission structure is between you and your broker, negotiated directly.

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Here's how a typical broker fee breaks down on a $2M sale:

$2M Sale Price
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$120K Broker Fee (6%)

Out of the $120K broker fee, a portion goes to RetireStack's referral network. You pay nothing extra.

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2-Minute Qualifier

Tell us about your business

We'll match you with brokers who handle businesses in your revenue range. No commitment — just a intro call.

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This helps us match you with brokers who work in your size range.
Your timeline affects which brokers can help — some specialize in quick closes, others in long-lead deals.
Most owners hear back the next business day — submitting locks in your slot in the current matching batch.
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You're matched!

We've received your info. A broker specialist will reach out within 1 business day to discuss next steps — no commitment required.

Want to prepare before that call? Check out our 90-Day Post-Exit Playbook — it covers everything to do in the months leading up to listing.

Read the Playbook →
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Go Deeper

Know what you're getting into

Free Guide

Post-Exit 90-Day Playbook

What to do after the check clears. 90-day action plan for capital gains tax, SPIA income floor, and advisory selection — from a business owner's perspective.

Read the playbook

Calculator

Business Sale to Retirement Calculator

See your after-tax proceeds, income at 4%, and whether you're on track for retirement — based on your sale price and desired lifestyle.

Calculate your number

Tool

Business Valuation Calculator

Get a baseline estimate of what your business is worth using SDE-based methodology — used by brokers and M&A advisors industry-wide.

Value your business

Resource

Exit Planning Timeline

A 24-month step-by-step guide to preparing your business for sale — from clean financials to confidentiality strategy and due diligence.

View the timeline

The Picture Right Now

The broker pipeline is filling up

10,000 baby boomer business owners retire daily. Vetted M&A brokers who handle $1M–$10M deals typically book 4–6 weeks out during peak listing season. Owners who submit the 3-question qualifier above reserve a slot in the next-introduction batch.

Stat: IBBA data shows owners matched with a qualified M&A broker close for 20–40% more than off-market attempts — and pay the same 5–10% commission they would negotiating directly. See the Silver Tsunami data →

Common Questions

Broker introduction FAQ

No. The broker pays RetireStack a referral fee out of their own commission — never from your proceeds. You pay the same broker fee you would negotiating directly.
Broker fees generally range from 5–10% of the sale price. Smaller deals (under $1M) tend toward higher percentages; larger deals ($5M+) tend lower. Commission is negotiable — ask about it upfront.
No problem. This page is for owners who want to find and vet a broker. If you already have a relationship with one, skip the intro form and use our Business Exit Stack tools to prepare.
No. The intro call is free, no-obligation, and you can talk to multiple brokers before deciding. We match you — you choose who to engage.
At minimum: 3 years of P&L statements, last 2 tax returns, a list of key employees and their roles, and a sense of your target sale price. Our 90-Day Post-Exit Playbook has a full prep checklist.

Ready to start the broker conversation?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll connect you with an M&A advisor who handles businesses in your range.

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RetireStack receives referral fees from partner brokers and financial advisors. This page is for informational purposes only — consult a licensed CPA, M&A attorney, and financial advisor before making exit decisions.