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You start with a detailed conversation to understand your business and exit goals. Once we have a clear picture, we confidentially match you with qualified, interested buyers from our extensive acquirer network." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What does it cost to sell my business with Sage?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Our fee structure is set out in writing on the first confidential call, before any engagement begins. It is agreed with you up front, with no hidden charges." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How is my confidentiality protected?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Your company information is kept anonymous and confidential. Details are only shared with qualified buyers after they have been vetted and you have approved the introduction. 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The process is faster, more data-driven, and more efficient than traditional brokerage." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What if a deal doesn't close?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Fee terms, including what happens if a deal does not complete, are agreed in writing before any engagement begins and are covered on the first confidential call." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I owe a fee if I sell to a buyer I already knew?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. Our fee only applies to successful sales that result from an introduction made through DealFlowAgent. If you were already in discussions with a buyer, no fee is due to us for that transaction." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much does it cost to use Sterling to find a business to acquire?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Sterling is completely free for buyers. There are no subscription fees, access charges, or hidden costs. Our fees are paid by the seller upon a successful transaction." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I find acquisition opportunities?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Once you create a profile detailing your acquisition criteria (industry, size, geography, etc.), our team will begin sending you curated, off-market opportunities that match your specific goals." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does the matching process work?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Our proprietary matching system analyzes the deep details of both the seller's business and your acquisition thesis to ensure a strong strategic fit. We go beyond surface-level metrics to match on culture, operational model, and long-term goals." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do you ensure the quality of the businesses listed?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Every business on our platform goes through a preliminary vetting process. We provide you with all the initial information you need to make an informed decision before engaging directly with the seller." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does your matching technology work?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Our platform uses proprietary research tools trained on thousands of successful business transactions. It understands the nuances of what makes a good acquisition for both the buyer and the seller, facilitating better and faster matches." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How accurate is the information provided?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We ground our analysis in verified data provided by sellers and buyers, with human oversight to validate critical details. All matches go through our advisory team before introductions are made." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How should I verify the information provided?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "While our platform provides a strong starting point, all information should be verified through your own due diligence process. 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