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Democratizing Small Business Acquisition

Private Market Labs is changing the game of small business mergers and acquisitions. We’re on a mission to save you time by connecting buyers with the resources they need.

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The future of M&A
belongs to everyone

Our technology-first solution enables access to small business acquisition resources, reducing reliance on personal connections for access to capital and deal flow. 

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End-to-end services for the
business acquisition journey

1. SEARCH

Establish your search criteria and connect with deals and brokers that meet your investment thesis.

2. FINANCE

Access capital providers that meet your search strategy, including lenders and equity investors.

3. DUE DILIGENCE

Connect with Pre-LOI, LOI and due diligence service providers to set up for a successful acquisition.

4. OPERATE

As a new business owner, access tools and services to run a profitable company.

5. SELL

When it’s time to move on, partner with brokers, service providers, and buyers to get the best deal.

For Buyers

You’re not alone on this journey. Save time by avoiding the guessing game when it comes to finding resources that meet your specific needs.

  • Use your search criteria to find the exact help you need
  • Access proprietary broker and service provider information
  • Connect by industry, deal size, location, and more
  • Connections access only for registered users
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For Brokers

Stand out from the crowd, avoid tire-kickers, and connect with buyers who are interested in the companies you represent.

  • Save time and energy by connecting only with qualified buyers
  • Control and share your own contact info
  • Share what makes your work unique and valuable
  • Easier-to-use platform without the pay-per-listing hassle
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For Service Providers

Engage with searchers that are ready to purchase your services. Productize your offering and tailor it to each stage of the business acquisition process, at the right time.

  • More predictable revenue
  • Expand your business across a growing market
  • Simplify client engagement models and access our growing buyer base
  • Build trust and reputation by delivering excellent service
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Our Perspective on the 2023 SIG Self-Funded Search Survey

Introduction Search Investment Group (SIG) recently published a study on Self-Funded Searchers, sharing information and  insights on the self-funded acquisition process, whereby an entrepreneur buys a small business acquisition using searcher capital, SBA loans, and investor support. The study reported data from a survey of 279 searchers across 3 social media platforms. At Private Market […]

analyzing a business

Analyzing a Business 101: What to Look for in a Deal Listing

Over the course of a search, an entrepreneur must become proficient at two different kinds of analysis: a broad initial screen of potential acquisition candidates and a deep dive into businesses that look most interesting. The online small business acquisition community tends to focus on the deep dive – it’s more technical, more time-consuming, and […]

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Small Business Buying Strategy: Operator vs Independent Sponsor

When considering a small business buying strategy, it is important to carefully consider the role you will take in the business. Two common options are becoming an owner-operator or an independent sponsor, and both require fundamentally different approaches and skill sets to be successful. In this article, we will outline the benefits and drawbacks of […]

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