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Buy a Business

Buying a Business

Buying a Business with Murphy Business Sales - Columbia, South Carolina

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 a first-hand experience to help pilot clients through the process of how to buy a business.

Why Buy a Business in Columbia, South Carolina?

Our franchise has an entire network work with us to support your buying opportunity, including:

  • Small Business Administration support

  • Negotiation expertise

  • Location knowledge

  • Expert facilitating ability

  • Knowledge of the market and comparable possibilities

  • Business Expertise

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. The Columbia 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 financing, 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 Columbia, South Carolina (SC) Murphy Business office for professional expertise in buying a business.

Embark on Your Journey to Business Ownership!

Contact our Columbia, South 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.

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