QUESTIONS + ANSWERS
FAQ's
What are your rates?
Wait, you’re actually going to share this upfront? Of course we are! That’s the honesty and openness we value and what we believe will start our relationship out with Trust.
Less than $500,000 -> 8%
$500,000 -> $1,000,000 -> 7%
Anything over $1,000,000 -> 4%
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
Less than $2,000,000 -> 3%
$2,000,000 - $10,000,000 -> 2%
Over $10,000,000 -> 1.5%
CONSULTING SERVICES
Rates starting at $250 per hour,
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BUSINESS BROKERAGE
Consulting Services
We have two billing arrangements when performing consulting services. We can either agree to a fixed project cost or an hourly rate starting at $250.00/hr (based on services required).
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While all the above are the standard rates, we are always happy to have a conversation regarding our fees. Our goal is to provide value to a point our fees become immaterial to what we are able to provide.
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Our relationship will extend much longer than the life cycle of the transaction.
Do You Co-Broker?
The short answer…YES. We often get asked about co-brokering businesses. Firms that will not co-broker are not giving the best opportunity for their client’s business. This turns off many buyers who are being represented with a buyer’s rep.
Traditionally, business brokerage is done with a transaction broker. This is someone who adheres to a special set of fiduciary duties whereby they represent the transaction rather than a specific buyer or seller. At Green Bridge, we want what’s best for our clients and all parties involved in the transaction. We’re more than happy to work with your broker
Will you work with my CPA and attorney?
Most definitely. One of the best things about working with Green Bridge is our first hand knowledge in tax, financial statement acumen and a robust legal understanding of contracts. This is what separates us from the rest. Christian is a former CPA at both RSM and Deloitte and worked in their tax, audit and consulting departments.
What makes a great broker?
Simply put, Trust.
We believe someone with both experience and a great understanding of the asset you’re looking to buy or sell. If you’re interviewing potential brokers, make sure to ask them what businesses they have personally owned and operated. Their experience in the industry of your business or property. Many brokers are glorified sales professionals with no actual experience in owning or operating a company. How are they going to sell your business to a prospective buyer if they cannot relate? Christian has personally owned, operated, and started and sold his own companies over the past decade is many different industries.
What’s your geographic area?
We primarily focus here locally in and around the Vail Valley, Summit County or any of the mountains of Colorado. We love to work where we play. You can find us getting coffee and a burrito at Northside in Avon or riding up on the chair lift at Vail or Beaver Creek. We like to bring our global experience to an otherwise locally enriched community. While many brokers advertise they work in the mountains, they all too often live in Denver and will hardly ever be around. At Green Bridge, we can personally meet every client in person and… then go take some turns at Beaver Creek. We’ll see you out there on the slopes!
When is the best time to sell?
When you, your family AND the business are all ready. Because of the longer cycle to sell a company or commercial property (typically up to 9 months or longer), it is more important we get your asset ready to sell at its best time rather than trying to time the market. Many folks rush into selling, quite frankly, many brokers will list a company or property, when it is no where near the point to sell properly. You will get far more for your asset if we take the time to ensure all details are ready for the buyers. This is a huge decision. Just because some broker says they can list it this weekend, that's hardly ever the best idea. Once a buyer inquires, you need to be ready to provide solid, valuable information about your company or property. This can take some time to achieve but will always pay great dividends and save time on the back end of the transaction.
When is the best time to buy?
Again, when YOU are ready. There are always businesses for sale in any given market. Rushing to buy just any company without being fully prepared and ready, will almost certainly cause more stress and higher likelihood of failure. At Green Bridge, we have personally owned, operated and started several businesses as well as helped even more do the same. We will take the time to work with you and your family, your CPA and legal team to make sure all I’s and Ts are dotted. That way you hit the ground running once you finally close the transaction. Buying a property and business is a huge deal. Let us help prepare you correctly for the adventure!
Where do you market my business or property?
We market on our website as well on many syndicated websites like Bizbuysell.com, Loopnet.com, Crexi.com to name a few. We typically cover all marketing costs in our standard agreement. In addition, we send our emails to prospective buyers who have inquired with us on assets like yours. Don’t fall for the “We have buyers for your company or property” line from brokers. Of course they have buyers. They’re brokers. Retain a local broker who fully understands your company or property and can market it with a personal touch. All brokers advertise your asset in the same way online, but what separates Green Bridge is our local experience when talking with potential buyers.
