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Buying a Business

Buying a Business with Murphy Business Sales - Charlotte, NC

We match our clients with the best business for sale by utilizing over one hundred and forty Murphy Business offices nationally, as well as affiliations with National and International Business Brokerage and Merger & Acquisition associations. These global affiliations give us access to thousands of businesses for sale, many of which are never publicly advertised, giving you the maximum number of candidates when buying a business. All of our professionals have owned or managed a business in the past, which gives us first-hand experience to help pilot clients through the process of how to buy a business.

Why Buy a Business in Charlotte, North Carolina

Charlotte is the center of the nation’s fifth largest urban region. Charlotte has developed into a major wholesale center with the highest per capita sales in the United States, ranking 6th nationally in total wholesale sales. During the past ten years, 8,662 new firms have invested $12.8 billion in new Charlotte facilities, with 5.4 million square feet available for lease.

Charlotte is first and foremost a banking city. With more than $2 Trillion in assets, it is the second largest financial center in the nation, behind only New York. By comparison, Atlanta has assets of only $183 billion and Miami $800 million. Two of the nation’s largest banks, Bank of America and Wachovia, are headquartered here. The growing number of international companies is of increasing importance to the Charlotte area, and over 487 foreign-owned companies have Charlotte facilities, representing over half of all foreign companies in North Carolina.

In 2008, Charlotte was chosen the “Best Place to Live in America” by relocate-america.com in its annual ranking

Dunn & Bradstreet lists 931 companies in their Million Dollar Data Base with facilities in Charlotte-Mecklenburg

Charlotte is the center of the nation’s fifth largest urban region with 7.1 million people living within a 100-mile radius

328 of the Fortune 500 companies have facilities here, nine of which are headquartered in the Charlotte area, ranking Charlotte 5th nationally in the number of headquartered firms

Mecklenburg County has 1,027 producers generating an annual payroll of nearly $2 billion

The region has 1,868 manufacturers that employ more than 72,918 workers

Over 487 foreign-owned companies have Charlotte facilities, representing over half of all foreign companies in North Carolina

Approximately 75% of NASCAR’s employees and drivers are based within two hours of downtown Charlotte

Charlotte is the home of the NASCAR Hall of Fame

How to Buy a Business

Buy a business with confidence. Our proven system and process for clients looking to buy a business provides more than just a successful transaction, but a business acquisition that helps the client achieve their financial and personal goals. Charlotte, North Carolina Murphy professionals are a full-service business brokerage that will answer all your questions on “How to Buy a Business.”

First, our professionals will thoroughly evaluate your purchase requirements and perform a business search. Next, we will present a list of qualified candidates that meet your needs. Our valuation experts will then establish fair market value of any business for sale, to ensure you receive the maximum value for your expenditure.

If needed, we can use our banking contacts to assist you in arranging to finance, both traditional and SBA small business loans. Murphy will continue to offer you guidance through closing, the end of the buying process.

The Buying Process

  • Identifying Parameters

    Your Murphy broker will assess your skills, interests, experience, and goals to tailor the search for businesses that fit your needs.

  • Locating Solid Opportunities

    Your broker will sift through businesses to find ones with solid financials and suitability, including franchise options.

  • Arranging Meetings and Site Visits

    Your broker will handle scheduling appointments and site visits, freeing up your time.

  • Assisting with Determining Business Value

    Leverage your broker’s expertise in negotiation and deal structuring.

  • Handling Negotiations and the Offer to Purchase

    Your broker will guide negotiations, ensuring a smooth transaction adhering to regulations and financing requirements.

  • Obtaining the Paperwork Necessary to Close

    Utilize standardized forms recognized by professionals to streamline the closing process.

  • Managing the Due Diligence Process

    Your broker will help navigate the complex due diligence phase, ensuring all necessary documentation is obtained.

  • Post-Closing

    Your broker will be there at closing and beyond to address any post-closing issues that arise.

Call your Charlotte, North Carolina Murphy Business office for professional expertise in buying a business.

Embark on Your Journey to Business Ownership!

Contact our Charlotte, North Carolina office to explore purchasing a business, benefiting from our extensive market exposure and efficient processes.


Murphy will guide you through the entire journey, from evaluating potential businesses to finding suitable opportunities, qualifying sellers, and successfully navigating the purchase process to closing.



The Charlotte, North Carolina office provides business intermediary services in Charlotte, Harrisburg, Gastonia, Concord, Huntersville, Mt. Holly, Clover, Pineville, Matthews, Indian Trail, Rock Hill, and Monroe.

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