Confidential · No Upfront Fees · NC · SC · GA · VA · WV

Your business is worth
more than you
think it is.

We have 12,000+ qualified buyers searching our listings every month. Your business could be exactly what one of them is looking for — and no one needs to know it’s for sale until you’re ready to close.

Thinking about retiring? Most owners wait too long and leave money behind.
Curious what your business is worth? Most owners are surprised — in a good way.
Ready now? We can have qualified buyers in front of you within 30 days.
Just exploring? That’s fine. Zero obligation, complete confidentiality.
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County South Business Brokers

“Confidentiality with results” — Est. 1989

Why sellers choose us

✓Free confidential business valuation
✓12,000+ qualified buyers in our database
✓Complete confidentiality — always
✓No upfront fees — we earn when you close
✓35+ years closing deals in NC & SC

“I had no idea what my C-store was worth. The number they came back with was 40% higher than what I’d assumed. I almost left that money on the table.”

Convenience Store Owner · Burnsville, NC

Free · Confidential · No Obligation

What is your
business worth?

4 quick steps. We’ll show you an estimated value range before you even talk to us. Most owners are surprised by the number.

1

Tell us about your business

Business type, annual revenue, and state

2

See your estimated value range

Calculated from real market multiples — instantly

3

Schedule your free consultation

Private, no-obligation, NDA-protected

Free · Confidential · No Obligation

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Free · Confidential · No Obligation

What is your business worth?

4 quick steps. We'll show you an estimated range before you even talk to us.

Step 1 of 4 — Business type

Approximate annual revenue:

What best describes your situation?

Ideal timeline to close:

Estimated value range for your business

$—

Based on current market multiples for your industry and revenue level. A full valuation requires a brief conversation — enter your info below to schedule one.

🔒 100% confidential. We never disclose your identity or contact your business without your explicit permission.

You're all set.

One of our brokers will reach out within one business day to schedule your confidential valuation call.

In the meantime, nothing changes — your business continues to operate normally, and nothing is disclosed to anyone.

12,000+
Active buyers monthly
35+
Years closing deals
5 States
NC · SC · GA · VA · WV
$0
Upfront fees ever
100%
Confidential process

Is This You?

Business owners come to us at every stage

You don't need to have made a decision. You just need to be curious. Here's who we work with every day.

The Retirement Planner

You've put 15–30 years into building this business and you know the time is coming. You want to exit on your terms, at the right price, without your employees or competitors finding out until you're ready.

Start with a free valuation →

The Curious Owner

You're not sure if you want to sell yet. But you're wondering what the number would be. That's the most common way sellers start — with curiosity. A valuation costs you nothing and tells you everything.

Find out what it's worth →

The Ready Seller

You've made the decision. Now you want a broker who will move efficiently, market to real buyers, and close the deal without drama. We have an active buyer database and close most listings within 6–12 months.

Let's get started →

The Partnership Unwind

A partner wants out — or you do. Or the relationship has changed. We've navigated hundreds of partnership transactions and understand the complexity of separating a business between multiple owners.

Discuss your situation →

The Health or Life Event

Sometimes the timing isn't your choice. Health issues, family changes, or unexpected life events can accelerate the timeline. We handle these situations with additional care and speed.

Talk to us confidentially →

The Offer Recipient

Someone approached you directly with an offer. Before you respond, talk to us. Unsolicited offers are almost always below market value. We'll tell you what the business is actually worth.

Get a second opinion →

The Process

From first call to closed deal

01

Confidential consultation

A private conversation under NDA. We learn about your business, your goals, and your timeline. Zero commitment required.

02

Full valuation

We analyze your financials, assets, market comparables, and industry multiples. You get a written valuation report — free.

03

Confidential marketing

Your listing reaches 12,000+ active buyers monthly. Your identity stays hidden until you approve a specific buyer meeting.

04

Qualified buyer meetings

We screen every buyer for financial capacity and seriousness before you ever meet them. No tire-kickers, no time wasters.

05

Negotiation to closing

We negotiate on your behalf, coordinate attorneys and lenders, and guide both parties to a clean close. Our fee is paid at closing — never before.

Seller Stories

What our sellers say

"My employees had no idea the business was for sale until two weeks before closing. That was the most important thing to me, and County South delivered exactly that."

Restaurant Owner

Charlotte, NC · Sold in 8 months

"I had no idea what my C-store was worth. The number they came back with was 40% higher than I had assumed. I almost left that money on the table by not calling."

Convenience Store Owner

Burnsville, NC · Retired after 22 years

"County South had a qualified buyer in front of me within three weeks of listing. The whole process took less than six months. I didn't think it would be that clean."

Service Business Owner

Fort Mill, SC · Partnership sale

Industries We Serve

Deep expertise in the sectors we sell

Convenience Stores & Gas

Typical range: $50K – $3.5M+

Our most active category. We know fuel agreements, lottery contracts, and real property valuations. Deep buyer pool specifically for C-stores across all five states.

Restaurants & Food Service

Typical range: $100K – $1M

From fast-casual to full-service. We handle lease negotiations, equipment valuations, liquor license transfers, and franchise situations.

Hotels & Motels

Typical range: $500K – $5M+

One of our founding specialties. Franchise conversions, brand negotiations, PIP assessments, and independent flag sales across the Southeast.

Service Businesses

Typical range: $100K – $2M

Dry cleaners, auto service, healthcare services, personal care, and professional services. We understand recurring revenue, customer concentration, and owner-dependency.

Construction & Trades

Typical range: $200K – $3M

Roofing, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general contractors. We value active contracts, equipment, and licensed workforce — and find buyers who understand the trades.

Commercial Real Estate

Typical range: $96K – $5M+

When a business sale includes real property — or you're selling property outright — we handle both sides. Licensed brokers in NC and SC real estate.

Where We Work

Five-state coverage

We actively market and close deals across the Southeast. Most of our listings are in NC and SC, with growing activity in GA, VA, and WV.

NCNorth Carolina
SCSouth Carolina
GAGeorgia
VAVirginia
WVWest Virginia

Seller FAQ

How do you keep my sale confidential? +

We never list your business name or location publicly. Every buyer signs an NDA before receiving any details. You approve who gets information. Your employees, customers, and competitors won't know until you're ready.

What does it cost to list with you? +

Zero upfront. We are compensated only at closing as a percentage of the sale price. Our interests are perfectly aligned with yours — we earn more when you earn more.

How long does it take? +

Most businesses close within 6–12 months. Businesses priced at market value with organized financials typically sell faster. We'll give you a realistic timeline in our first conversation.

I just want to know what it's worth — no commitment. +

That's exactly where most sellers start. A valuation is free, confidential, and carries zero obligation. The number is yours to do with as you wish — including deciding not to sell. Fill out the form above and we'll be in touch within one business day.

Confidentiality First

Your people won't know.
Your customers won't know.
Until you say so.

"County South handled our sale with complete discretion. Our employees never knew the business was for sale until two weeks before closing — exactly how we wanted it."

— Seller, Restaurant Group · Charlotte, NC

NDA before anything

Every prospective buyer signs a Non-Disclosure Agreement before receiving your business name, location, or any financial data.

You approve every buyer

We screen buyers for financial capacity and seriousness. You decide who gets information and who gets to meet with you — always.

Your business keeps running

Operations, staff, and customers are completely unaffected throughout the process. Nothing changes until you choose to change it.

No public advertising

We never post your business name, address, or photos in any public marketplace. Your listing reaches buyers privately, through our database only.

CPAs · Estate Attorneys · Commercial Bankers · Wealth Managers

Do you advise business owners? Let's talk.

We partner with trusted professionals who work with business owners. When your clients are ready to explore a sale, we handle everything — and we treat your referrals the way you'd want your own clients treated.

Referral Partner Info →

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No obligation. Ever.

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