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Buy a Business

Buying a Business

Buying a Business with Murphy Business Sales - Heartland Region (NE and IA)

We match our clients with the best business for sale by utilizing the many Murphy Business offices nationally, as well as affiliations with National and International Business Brokerage and Merger & Acquisition associations. These affiliations give us access to businesses for sale, many of which are never publicly advertised, giving you the maximum number of candidates when buying a business. We will work as a team to help you reach your goal.

When choosing the Murphy Business - Nebraska (NE) and Iowa (IA) team, you will have a professional partner represent you through the entire process and answer all of your questions on how to buy a business. All of our professionals have owned or managed a business in the past, which gives us first-hand experience to help guide our clients through the process of buying a business.

How to Buy a Business

Buy a business with confidence. Our experienced business brokers help each buyer find the right business for sale that matches their financial and personal goals.

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 Nebraska (NE) and Iowa (IA) Murphy Business office for professional expertise in buying a business.

Embark on Your Journey to Business Ownership!

Contact our Nebraska (NE) and Iowa (IA) 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 Nebraska (NE) and Iowa (IA) office services the following areas: St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Seminole, Bellaire, Dunedin, Palm Harbor and Tarpon Springs.

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