BayState Business Brokers

08/29/2026

💰 Thinking about selling your business? One of the first questions to answer is: What is it worth?

A business valuation can help you determine a realistic selling price and decide whether the time is right to go to market.

BayState Business Brokers offers two approaches based on your business and available market data - an Opinion of Value or a more comprehensive Independent Business Valuation.

Learn why valuation is such an important first step: https://bit.ly/3uoqvl4

If you’re a business owner and thinking about selling, it may feel like a daunting challenge. The reality is, that going through this process on your own can be overwhelming. However, having experts who can guide you through each and every step of the process can transform this effort and put you ...

08/28/2026

SOLD!

Molly Hanson acted as the Seller’s Agent in the sale of Imagination Station, Inc. in Stoughton, MA.

Imagination Station, Inc., known as Kidsports Indoor Playground and Laser Tag, is the ultimate indoor play, learning and party destination, offering an indoor play center and a state licensed childcare center under one roof. Dynamic programs accommodate day care, after school programming (including transportation) and other educational and entertainment needs. Kidsports resides in owner-occupied real estate, complete with large playgrounds and covered parking.

The Founders wished to sell the business and offer a long-term lease for the real estate. Molly Hanson was engaged to value the business and manage the sale process.

Molly ran a wide-reaching process to identify strong buyer candidates. The Sellers ultimately accepted an offer from a local Buyer who had acquired and currently operates several early learning centers in the Boston area. Post-closing, the parties are working through transitioning the business, with particular attention to training on the transportation management and entertainment scheduling sides of this multi-faceted business.

Congratulations to all parties on a successful transaction!

08/28/2026

☕ BUSINESS FOR SALE: Established Irish Bakery & Café

This well-known Greater Boston bakery-café has been serving loyal customers for 35 years with a winning combination of specialty baked goods, coffee, breakfast, lunch, and authentic Irish favorites.

Highlights include:
• Strong daily traffic and consistent repeat business
• Multiple revenue streams across bakery, café, and retail offerings
• Experienced team in place
• Clear opportunities to grow through catering, expanded hours, and enhanced marketing

A rare opportunity to acquire an iconic neighborhood business with a proven track record and exciting growth potential.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hjJ9GL

08/27/2026

🌳 BUSINESS SOLD: Second-Generation Utility Services Contractor

When two sisters were ready to retire from the family business founded by their father in the 1950s, BayState Business Brokers helped find the right buyers to continue its legacy.

Broker John Brice developed a targeted strategy that attracted experienced industry buyers backed by private equity. The result was a successful cash sale, including the real estate, with the company's employees and long-standing reputation positioned for continued success.

Another family business successfully transitioned to its next generation of ownership.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3Utxvzx

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

A successful business sale isn't just about finding a buyer. It's about finding the right buyer.

When the owner of a rapidly growing skilled nursing and home care company was ready to sell, BayState Business Brokers developed a competitive process that attracted multiple qualified buyers while staying focused on the seller's long-term goals. The result was a successful transition to a family office that valued the company's team, culture, and future.

Read the full case study: https://bit.ly/4fQopE5

08/24/2026

Most business owners considering a sale fall into one of three phases: planning, thinking or ready.

You may be looking three to five years ahead and wondering how to build value. You may be thinking more seriously about your next chapter but haven’t chosen a timeline. Or you may be ready to take action.

Wherever you are, a confidential conversation with an experienced advisor can replace uncertainty with useful information and a clearer path forward.

You’re not wasting our time by reaching out before you’re ready to sell. We’re here to listen, answer questions and help you prepare for this major milestone.

Read more: https://www.baystatebusinessbrokers.com/ready-to-talk-about-selling-your-business/

08/20/2026

🌸 BUSINESS SOLD: Fourth-Generation Floral Shop

After more than a century of serving its community, the owners of this iconic Connecticut floral shop were ready to retire. BayState Business Brokers developed a strategy that paired the business with its real estate, making it even more attractive to qualified buyers.

The result was a successful sale to a local entrepreneur who is continuing the shop's long-standing legacy while allowing the owners to enjoy retirement with confidence.

Read the full case study: https://bit.ly/45Lcd2O

08/19/2026

Selling your business isn’t only a financial transaction. It’s a major personal and professional transition that takes time to prepare for emotionally.

Starting two to five years in advance gives you time to understand your options, build a trusted advisory team, identify what matters most and prepare for life after the sale.

Explore six steps that can help you begin planning with greater clarity and confidence: https://www.baystatebusinessbrokers.com/preparing-to-sell-your-business-start-with-preparing-emotionally/

08/18/2026

Professional services businesses require a specialized approach when it's time to sell.

Whether your firm is built around a team of professionals or a single owner with a transferable book of business, BayState Business Brokers has the experience to position your business for a successful sale. Our proven marketing process connects qualified strategic and individual buyers while guiding owners through every stage of the transaction.

Learn how our industry expertise can help maximize the value of your business: https://bit.ly/3PBUyTF