Employee Buyout Services
Helping You Sell Your Business to the People Who Know It Best
Sometimes the best buyer isn’t a stranger, it’s someone who already understands your business from the inside. Whether it’s a long-time manager, a next-generation leader, or a small group of trusted employees, selling your business to someone on the team can be one of the most rewarding transitions you’ll ever make.
At SureStep Business Advisors, we specialize in helping business owners like you evaluate, prepare, and successfully transfer ownership to employees
We act as your guide through the entire process—confidentially, professionally, and always with your long-term interests in mind.
Employee Buyout Services
Overview
Empower your team to take the reins. Our Employee Buyout Services are designed to help business owners transition their company to trusted employees, ensuring your legacy continues, your team is rewarded, and your business thrives under new ownership.
Service Packages & Descriptions
1. Advisory Consultation Package
Price $2,500
Get expert guidance on the employee buyout process. We’ll walk you through your options, outline the steps involved, and provide a clear roadmap for a successful transition.
Includes:
- Initial strategy session to assess buyout feasibility
- Light valuation to determine price range for the business
- Overview of employee buyout structures (including ESOPs and direct purchases)
- Timeline and process outline
- Answers to your questions about financing, valuation, plus referrals to legal, accounting & lender professionals who specialize in this field.
2. Financial & Transaction Support Package
Price $4,997
Take the guesswork out of the numbers. We’ll help you and your employees understand the financial aspects of the buyout, prepare necessary documents, and support financing applications.
Includes:
- Business valuation and financial review
- Assistance preparing documents needed for loan applications (including SBA loans)
- Deal structuring guidance
- Coordination with lenders and advisors - referal and documentation support
3. Full-Service Employee Buyout Management
Fees - 5% of transaction value
Let us handle the details. From initial planning to closing, we manage the entire buyout proces, ensuring a smooth, compliant, and successful transition for all parties.
Includes:
- Comprehensive business valuation
- Deal structure and negotiation support
- Coordination with legal and financial professionals
- Drafting and review of transaction documents
- Post-sale transition support for new owners
Why Choose Us?
- Clarity: Transparent pricing and step-by-step guidance.
- Support: We’re with you and your team every step of the way, from planning to closing.
Ready to explore an employee buyout?
Contact us today for a confidential consultation and discover how you can reward your team and secure your legacy.