Selling with Benchmark

Sell your business

Start a confidential sale with a specialist broker.

Why use a broker

What a broker adds to your price and your timeline.

Selling a business guide

What changes by state, tax and deal terms.

Specialist divisions

Brokers who already know your industry.

Value and evidence

Business valuations

Understand what your business is worth.

Business appraisal

A broker-prepared market appraisal of your business.

Pre-sale health check

Fix what buyers discount before you go to market.

Prepare years ahead for a stronger result.

Sell in your city

Businesses we have sold, by industry and state.

Explore

What is my business worth?

Free estimate in two minutes, no obligation.

Sale proceeds calculator

Estimate what you keep after fees and costs.

Thinking of selling?

Talk it through with a specialist broker, confidentially and with no obligation.

Buying with Benchmark

How buying works, from enquiry to settlement.

How to buy a business

The buyer process, from search to settlement.

We search off market on your behalf.

Browse and research

Current listings

Every business currently for sale.

Businesses by industry

Browse through our specialist divisions.

Due diligence checklist

What to ask for and check before you commit.

Acquisition cost calculator

The full cash you need beyond the asking price.

Listings by city

Listings by state

Get in touch

Register as a buyer

Tell us what business you are after and we’ll find one with the right fit.

Buying a business guide

A free guide for buyers who are still deciding.

Not sure where to start?

A broker can shortlist businesses that suit your budget, skills and location.

Valuations

Business valuations

Independent, evidence based valuation reports.

Business appraisals

A broker-prepared market appraisal of your business.

Appraisal or valuation?

Which one you need, and what each is used for.

Talk to a specialist

Specialist divisions

Valuers with industry specific sale data.

Speak to a broker

Confidential, no obligation discussion.

Valuations by city

Get in touch

Request a valuation

Tell us about your business to get started.

Valuation guide

A free guide to how businesses are valued.

Valuing for sale, finance, a partnership change or family law?

Ask which report you need before you commission one.

About Benchmark

Find out what makes us Australia's favourite business brokers

Meet the brokers and the support team.

Specialist divisions

50+ brokers across specialist industries.

Resources

Meaning Business Podcast

The #1 podcast for serious buyers, sellers, and anyone growing a business in Australia.

Business glossary

Plain-English definitions of business sale terms.

Stamp Duty calculators

Comprehensive guide on Stamp Duty in Australia

Our other services

Business advisory

Advice for owners preparing a business for sale.

Benchmark Valuations

Our dedicated valuations practice.

Upside Business Sales

Self-service selling platform.

Commercial property

Sales and leasing alongside your business sale.

Explore

See what roles we’re currently recruiting for

Resources & guides

Practical reading for owners and buyers.

Looking for a broker in your industry?

We will match you with a specialist who sells businesses like yours.

Get in touch

General enquiries and head office details.

Book a consultation

Confidential and no obligation, at a time that suits.

Find us

8 offices across Australia, with brokers nationwide.

Search by name, industry or location.

Our offices

Get in touch

Send an enquiry

We will point you to the right specialist.

Rather book a time?

Choose a slot with a broker who sells in your industry and your state.

Australian business brokers

Your next chapter starts with the right business broker.

For over 27 years, our specialist brokers have been driving success for buyers and sellers across Australia’s major industries. How can we help you?

Rated 4.8 / 5

by Australian business owners

Business Broker of the Year

AIBB · REIQ · REIV · REIA winners

Trusted for 27+ years

8 offices across Australia · 50+ brokers

Trusted business brokers Australia-wide

The business brokers Australia trusts to sell well.

Benchmark Business Sales & Valuations is Australia’s leading business brokerage, with national coverage and specialist local knowledge. For 27+ years we’ve helped Australians buy and sell businesses, completing over 5,000 successful transactions since 1999.

With 8 offices across Australia and more than 50 qualified brokers, we pair local market expertise with national reach, supporting owners across every major industry. Whether you’re ready to sell your business, want to buy a business, or need a certified business valuation, our specialist brokers guide you with confidence, clarity and complete confidentiality.

Find a local business broker in Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, Sunshine Coast or Sydney, or meet all our business brokers.

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What we do

Everything you need to sell, buy or value a business.

Four specialist services, one trusted team. Whatever stage you’re at, a Benchmark broker can help you move forward with confidence.

Selling a business

Sell confidentially to our national database of qualified buyers, guided by a specialist broker in your industry from appraisal through to settlement.

Buying a business

Browse 450+ opportunities and let our brokers help you find, assess and secure the right business to buy with confidence.

Business valuation

Know exactly what a business is worth with a certified, evidence-based appraisal for sale, succession, partnership or planning.

Business advisory

Get expert advice on exit planning, value improvement and preparing your business well ahead of a successful sale.

Why choose Benchmark

Trusted. Experienced. National.

Selling or buying a business is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. Benchmark has combined national reach with genuine local knowledge, backed by specialist brokers who understand your industry and a process proven over thousands of successful sales.

Award-winning brokers

Winning industry awards across Australia for our service and results year after year.

National coverage, local knowledge

8 offices across Australia, with brokers who know your local market.

Specialists in your industry

Dedicated divisions mean your broker already knows your industry and what buyers are looking for.

Honesty and integrity

Transparent process, honest advice and clear communication at every step.

Confidential from the first call

Staff, customers and competitors don't find out about the sale until you are ready.

A proven process

27+ years and 5,000+ transactions have shaped a sale process that anticipates the problems that sink deals and cost you a buyers.

Trusted by owners who've been exactly where you are.

Recognised excellence

Award-Winning Business Brokers

Year after year, Benchmark has been recognised by the Australian Institute of Business Brokers and leading real estate institutes for outstanding performance, service and professionalism. Our brokers’ achievements reflect the expertise and dedication we bring to every business sale.

National Broker of the Year 2026

WINNER

John Kasapi

National Broker of the Year 2026

Finalist

Brian Sander

Deal of the Year 2026

WINNER

Brian Sander

Victoria & Tasmania State Chapter Service Award 2026

WINNER

Ziggy Frankenfeld

Education & Training Award 2026

WINNER

Bruce Coudrey

National Business Broker of the Year 2025

Finalist

John Kasapi

Education & Training Service Award 2025

WINNER

Reece O’Sullivan

National Business Broker of the Year 2024

Finalist

John Kasapi

Emerging Talent Award 2024

WINNER

Sam Craven

National Chairperson Award 2024

WINNER

Rajiv Rajan

Education & Training Service Award 2022

WINNER

Brian Sander

Western Australian Chapter Service Award 2022

WINNER

Rajiv Rajan

QLD Specialist Broker of the Year 2021

WINNER

John Kasapi

Business Broker of the Year 2021

WINNER

John Kasapi

National Chair Award 2021

WINNER

Rajiv Rajan

Western Australian Chapter Service Award 2021

WINNER

Rajiv Rajan

QLD Specialist Broker of the Year 2020

WINNER

John Kasapi

Education & Training Service Award 2020

WINNER

Brian Sander

QLD Specialist Broker of the Year 2019

WINNER

John Kasapi

WINNER

John Kasapi

Business Broker of the Year 2019

WINNER

John Kasapi

Business Broker of the Year 2019

WINNER

John Kasapi

Business Broker of the Year 2018

QLD Specialist Broker of the Year 2018

WINNER

John Kasapi

Business Broker of the Year 2018

Finalist

John Kasapi

Business Broker of the Year 2018

Finalist

Matthew Hartley

WINNER

Matthew Hartley

Award for Excellence 2017

WINNER

Ian Salter

Business Broker of the Year 2016

National Chair Award for Outstanding Service 2015

WINNER

Brian Sander

Business Broker of the Year 2014

Finalist

Ian Salter

WINNER

Ian Salter

Business Broker Excellence 2014

Bizstats Agency of the Year Award 2014

WINNER

Benchmark Business Sales

National Chair Award for Outstanding Service 2010

Winner

Bruce Coudrey

Explore the market

Browse businesses for sale across Australia.

Confidential & no obligation

Talk to a business broker, in confidence.

Thinking about selling, buying or finding out what a business is worth? Tell us where you are at and a specialist broker will talk you through your options.

Not ready to talk yet? Try our business appraisal calculator for an indicative price range in around two minutes, or read our guides to selling a business and buying a business.

Get in touch

Takes 60 seconds. Choose what you need and a broker will be in touch.

Before you sell

Questions owners ask their business broker.

What does it cost to sell my business with Benchmark?

Your initial appraisal is confidential and comes with no obligation. If you decide to list with us, we’ll explain our fee structure clearly and up front, with no hidden surprises. Most owners find the higher sale price we achieve more than covers the cost.

How long does it take to sell a business?

It varies by industry, price and how the business is performing, but many well-priced businesses sell within three to six months. With an established national database of qualified buyers, we put your business in front of motivated buyers from day one, which shortens the timeline considerably.

Will my staff and customers find out it's for sale?

No. Confidentiality is central to how we work. Your business is marketed discreetly, and serious buyers sign a confidentiality agreement before receiving any identifying details. Your staff, customers and competitors won’t know unless and until you choose to tell them.

How do you decide what my business is worth?

We base it on evidence: your financials, your industry, comparable recent sales and current buyer demand, not guesswork. Our brokers are specialists by industry, so the appraisal reflects what buyers in your specific market are genuinely willing to pay.

I'm not ready to sell yet. Is it too early to talk?

Earlier is better. A confidential appraisal now gives you a clear number to plan around, and we can advise on small changes that lift your value before you go to market. Many owners talk to us a year or more ahead of selling.

Do I really need a broker, or can I sell it myself?

You can sell privately, but a broker’s value isn’t the paperwork. It’s access to our national database of qualified buyers, emotion-free negotiation, industry-accurate pricing, and a process that keeps the sale confidential and legally sound. In most cases, that difference is worth well more than the fee.

What happens after I enquire?

A local specialist broker will contact you for a confidential, no-obligation conversation about your business, your goals and your timing. There’s no commitment, and many owners talk to us months or even years before they’re ready. If now isn’t the right time, we’ll tell you honestly, and help you plan with our exit planning service.

Business resources

Practical tools and guides for every stage of your business journey

Free guides, checklists and calculators to help you make informed decisions, whether you’re selling, buying or valuing a business.

Selling a business

Maximise your value with the right preparation

From getting sale ready to settlement, these resources help you understand the process, protect your value and plan your exit.

Speak confidentially with a broker

Selling a Business Guide

Our step-by-step guide to preparing, marketing and selling your business.

How to Sell a Business in Australia

Each stage of the sale process, from preparation through to settlement.

Sale Proceeds Calculator

Estimate what you could walk away with after fees, costs and debts.

Exit Planning Guide

Plan your exit early to protect value and choose the right timing.

Pre-Sale Business Health Check

See whether your business is ready to sell and what to fix first.

Asset Sale vs Share Sale

How each sale structure affects tax, liability and what the buyer takes on.

Buying a business

Find the right business with confidence

Understand the market, know the true cost of buying and ask the right questions before you make an offer.

Browse businesses for sale

Buying a Business Guide

Key steps and expert tips, from searching through to settlement.

How to Buy a Business in Australia

A clear walkthrough of finding, assessing and buying the right business.

Business Acquisition Cost Calculator

Work out the total cash you need beyond the advertised price.

Due Diligence Checklist

Make sure you’re asking the right questions before you commit.

Stamp Duty on a Business Purchase

How duty applies when you buy a business in each Australian state.

Business Terms A to Z

Plain-English definitions of the terms you’ll see in listings and contracts.

Valuing a business

Know what your business is really worth

Get a clearer picture of value, the methods brokers use and when you need a formal valuation rather than an appraisal.

Book a market appraisal

Business Valuation Guide

Answers to the questions owners ask most about valuing a business.

How to Value a Business

The key factors and methods behind an Australian business valuation.

Business Appraisal Calculator

Get an indicative price range for your business in a few minutes.

Valuation vs Appraisal

Which one you need, when, and how they differ in detail and cost.

EBITDA Valuation Method

How earnings multiples work and when brokers use them.

Net Profit Valuation Method

Valuing a small business on its adjusted net profit, step by step.

Benchmark Corporate

Buying or selling a business valued at $2 million or more?

Larger and more complex transactions call for dedicated corporate advisory. Benchmark Corporate specialises in mid-market and premium business sales, with a team built for deals at this level.