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“His dedication, integrity, trustworthiness, and knowledge of the field separate him from all others.”
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We understand that every buyer has specific acquisition parameters, and every BFS® client will not meet the specifications of every buyer. However, we represent every BFS® client with 100% objective honesty so you will never waste your time with half-truth marketing. The BFS® client portfolio (offering memorandum) is commonly acknowledged as the best portfolio anywhere in the industry. We are deliberate in providing you with the information necessary to make a careful and complete review before buying our clients' companies. Buyers who acquire BFS® client companies get the fair bargain that every honest buyer deserves.
Over our 30+ year history many buyers have returned to buy multiple centers and schools from BFS®. When asked why, the most popular answer is…because I get what I pay for… Born out of an investment banking career, we understand the need for an organized, verifiable due diligence portfolio. Valuations from the real estate to the business component to the FF&E (furniture, fixtures and equipment) are handled by the proper licensed professionals. The information provided by these professionals is included in the BFS® portfolio made available to qualified buyers.
Instead of searching the internet, emailing brokers and calling owners in their place of business, sign up with BFS®. Qualified buyers are always welcome here. We will notify you when we have potential acquisition candidates available in the areas that you choose.
BFS® represents selling clients in 42 states and Washington DC.
You can click on this link, spend a minute to register with BFS® and have available centers and schools emailed directly to you when they are available in your area(s). You will know about available centers and schools the day they enter the market. There is no avalanche of unwanted emails, and the emails you receive are designed to allow you to determine your interest level in less than two minutes—no exaggeration. Our database includes almost every licensed early education school or center in the United States. At BFS®, we are well aware that the buyers of our selling clients' companies have to be treated fairly if we want you to return and buy companies from our future selling clients. Check anywhere...we are a trustworthy resource for buyers.
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“His dedication, integrity, trustworthiness, and knowledge of the field separate him from all others.”
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“We looked into several firms and did in-depth research before deciding on which firm would be best for us. We are very happy that we chose Brad Barnett and his company for the sale of our business.”
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“BFS® had effective systems in place to ensure that the marketing and sale of our business was very discrete and allowed us to screen all inquiries.”
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“After doing a little research and meeting with you we were convinced that BFS® was the company... I must say we were not disappointed. Your knowledge of the business and your professionalism produced a quick sale...”
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“Thank you for all the help over these many years.”
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“I was fortunate to have found BFS®, Inc. Brad presents a professional and knowledgeable insight to the sale of childcare facilities. My center was small in size, but I was treated with respect and importance.”
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“Thank you for your assistance in selling our preschool. Your attention to detail, professionalism, and constant support allowed for a potentially difficult and confusing venture to occur without a hitch.”
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“They are professional, courteous, hard working, knowledgeable, and diligent. This is the best company to sell your child care center.”
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“I particularly thank you for the confidentiality that your staff displayed during the sale process, this was a very big sale and yet no one was aware of the sale until the proper time.”
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“You made it clear that whatever we needed was most important. It was reassuring to call you with any question or concern, knowing that you will have an answer or several other options.”
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“Our centers served close to 2000 children per day...... It did not take Brad [BFS®] long before we had multiple offers.”
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“We got a price that was more than double the price we wanted before talking with Brad / BFS®. Brad set up a very professional win/win situation. We couldn't have been happier.”
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“Your vast network of buyers and sellers could not be compared to anything we could've done on our own.”
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“We are pleased and believe this happened so quickly because they know their business and are well connected in the industry.”
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“If you're considering selling your schools, you couldn't be in better hands... They do genuinely professional work. They keep their word.”
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“We were amazed that it happened in a shorter time than we expected. Not only did you sell it for us, but also negotiated an exceptional price. You performed above and beyond our expectations.”
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“I had originally worked with another local M&A firm prior to BFS®. It was not a positive experience. Because of Brad’s knowledgeable expertise he was able to provide many qualified potential buyers, many making offers.”
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“Over the many years and hundreds of transactions they have perfected the business of facilitating the sale of childcare centers and schools.”
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“We met in June 2022 when you flew from Nashville for our meeting and things became active almost immediately. In a period of high inflation and steadily rising interest rates, we received over 40 non-disclosures from interested parties.”
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“We considered using a local business broker or realtor, but we finally decided to use your company because of your in-depth knowledge of this industry.”
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“Selling a business can be a complex and arduous process that warrants the talents, expertise and knowledge of a professional. I don't know how I could have done it without you.”
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“Brad [BFS®] had prospective buyers identified within short notice. His experience...in obtaining the best possible price and terms for us was invaluable.”
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“We hired BFS® to sell our childcare company based on their track record of many successful childcare sales in New York as well as the rest of the country.”
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“BFS® attention to detail has been superb and greatly appreciated in such a detailed business transaction.”
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“Brad was exceptionally patient and understanding through a stressful time in the industry. He helped us to understand the process and his procedures are set-up to make the process as easy as it can be.”
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“Brad not only calculated the initial asking price higher than the other brokers I spoke with...In the end, we closed the deal with a sale price that was twice as much as my local brokers had originally estimated.”
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“When your book came out, I immediately bought it...contact Brad to discuss your center and make your own millions.”
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“They were professional and the best move I made.”
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“You can really see their experience and professionalism in the way they are prepared for everything before it happens.”
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“Amazing! The prompt results were due to you and your firm’s expertise, efficient preparation of the offer to sell, and most importantly, your knowledge of our immediate market area, including active buyers.”
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“I was impressed with his knowledge and marketing abilities in the childcare business & his already existing portfolio of potential buyers.”
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"Brad provided us with good information and advice. Though the facility was located in a smaller community, BFS® team was able to market our business to a much higher number of potential buyers that we would have had access to locally."
Whether you have your own lender or not, the resources of BFS® can help you ensure that you are getting the best financing terms available for your acquisition or other projects. Our team will have multiple banks compete for your loan. You can also have our banks compete with your bank. It’s normal for buyers to receive multiple offers from the banks. You choose the bank you like best.
Regarding your cash management, SBA loans routinely require as little as 10% down on acquisitions. If you would like more detailed information about financing, click here. You can also click on the appropriate tabs above to visit the BFS® Video Library and use our Instant Q & A Service for more information about financing.
You can click here to read our articles on the best practices for buying a childcare, preschool, Montessori or private elementary school.
As always, please contact us if you have any questions.