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    What Business Owners Say

    ★★★★★

    “Without Steve, I would not be FREE now! What a feeling, to sell a business I built with my own hands! Steve did everything — from taking the time to understand my unique business, listing it everywhere appropriate, weeding out the ‘real’ buyers, finding the PERFECT buyer, negotiating the deal, and most importantly, he closed the deal!”

    Amy Bell, Owner AB Caffé Services
    ★★★★★

    “I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate all the hard work & effort that you put into selling my business. I had interviewed a number of business brokers, and what set you apart was your professionalism and experience, and the respect with which you treated me.”

    Lora Malvani, Owner Lindero Learning Center
    ★★★★★

    “Steve really cares about you as an individual and knows how delicate a dance it can be when dealing with certain personalities. So far the followup has been amazing and continues to exceed my expectations. I highly recommend Steve.”

    Peter Fein Defined AV
    ★★★★★

    “Steve is an excellent broker and gives it his all to get your business sold. With the world upside down Steve was able to sell a difficult business. This man knows his stuff and is VERY persistent.”

    Douglas Fairweather Fairweather HVAC
    ★★★★★

    “I cannot put into words how thankful I am to have worked with Steve on helping me acquire my new company. From connecting me with several prominent loan officers to assisting with negotiating the best deal, he was there every step of the way.”

    Natalie S. Groza Learning Center
    ★★★★★

    “I could not say enough great things about Steve! He is truly the most genuine, competent, and caring broker I have ever worked with. He possesses a wealth of knowledge regarding both the buyer’s and seller’s perspective.”

    Leigh D. McNeil Security Systems
    Before You Reach Out

    Common Questions

    Is the business consultation really free and confidential?

    Yes. Every consultation is free, with no obligation to list your business. Your information stays strictly confidential, so your employees, customers, and competitors never need to know you’re exploring a sale.

    What if I’m not ready to sell yet?

    That’s often a good time to reach out. Many business owners start the conversation a year or more before they plan to sell. It gives you time to better understand what your business may be worth, explore your options, and prepare when the time is right. There’s no pressure to move forward.

    Which areas of California do you serve?

    The Valley Business Broker works with business owners across Southern and Central California, from Long Beach north to San Luis Obispo. This includes Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, Ventura County, the Conejo Valley, the San Gabriel Valley, Santa Barbara County, and surrounding communities.

    Who will I speak with?

    You’ll speak directly with Steve Barnett. Every inquiry submitted through this page is personally reviewed and answered, so you can discuss your situation with an experienced business broker from the start.

    Where We Work

    Serving Business Owners Across Central & Southern California

    The Valley Business Broker serves business owners from Long Beach to San Luis Obispo. Below are some of the communities and regions we work with most often.

    Don’t see your city? These are just a few of the areas The Valley Business Broker serves regularly. If your business is located anywhere between Long Beach and San Luis Obispo, contact Steve to discuss how he can help.

    Let’s Talk

    Whether you’re planning to sell this year or simply want to better understand your options, the first conversation is free and completely confidential.

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    Call (818) 625-2713