Find Off-Market Companies Likely to Sell
Reach high‑quality businesses before they ever hit public listings— so you’re the first (and often only) buyer at the table.
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Why Off-Market Deals?
Off-market deals let you connect directly with business owners before their businesses hit public listings. While the rewards can be higher, the process requires more effort and initiative from you as the buyer.
Exclusive
Access
Hidden deals, never recycled from broker networks.
Better
Valuations
Fewer buyers = Better deals
Direct
Conversations
Talk with owners, not intermediaries.
Flexible
Terms
Seller financing and creative deal structures.
The Upside
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Untapped Deals
Find hidden gems before they hit the market
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Better Pricing
Lower multiples thanks to less competition
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Lower Fees
Avoid broker commissions (often 5–10%+)
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Build Rapport
Direct relationships with sellers can lead to better terms
The Tradeoff
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No Deal Team
You’ll need your own due diligence and legal support
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Seller Education
Expect more guidance and hand-holding early on
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Build Your Own CIM
Gather and organize key deal info from the seller yourself
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No Intermediary
You’ll negotiate directly without a buffer
👉 Refer a Business, Earn 10% of Success Fee
Came across one that’s not the right fit? We pay for qualified introductions.
Learn MoreThe Reality of Brokered Deals
Public listings and business brokers create significant challenges for buyers. Here’s what you’re up against:
Intense Competition
Hundreds of buyers competing for the same listings drives up prices and reduces your chances.
Inflated Multiples
Auction-style processes push valuations beyond reasonable levels, squeezing your returns.
Wasted Time
Hours spent analyzing deals only to be outbid or discover hidden issues after significant investment.
How Our Process Works
From first look to closed deal, here’s the path:
See Listings
Browse our free database of off-market opportunities.
Get Introduced
We connect you directly with owners who are open to selling.
Close Smarter
With fewer competing buyers, you negotiate better terms and keep more upside.
Get Custom Deals for You
Choose the approach that best fits your acquisition strategy and resources. Each service is designed to provide unique value at different stages of your journey.
First Look at
Local Deals
An outreach campaign run for a small group of searchers in the same area.
$250/month + Success Fee
Custom Deal
Sourcing for You
Custom proprietary search with different tactics focused on your buy box.
Starting at $500/month + Success Fee
What Our Clients Say
Hear from buyers who’ve successfully sourced deals with us
“It’s been a fantastic experience. Geoff and his team are excellent at what they do in connecting off-market sellers to potential buyers, and I really appreciate how they care deeply about both the seller and the buyer experience.”
“We started working with Deal Prospectors to expand our efforts and I have been very impressed. They truly are masters of lead generation and have been able to help me find great off-market deals and book calls directly with the owners for productive conversations.”
AI-Powered Buy Box Builder
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Discover industries that match your goals but are often overlooked
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Get TAM estimates and tailored acquisition insights
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Know exactly what to search for and why it fits
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