For Business Brokers
Grow your brokerage in partnership with Associe
We’ll help you close more deals and find a better home for “passive” buyers knocking on your door.
Bring capital and certainty to motivated buyers
We’ll work with you to bring capital to motivated buyers, and roll up our sleeves to help close the deal. From collecting fund seasoning docs to driving to close, we are intimately familiar with what it takes to close a deal.
Unlock additional transactions
For sellers who have one or more key employees they would like to sell the business to, our team will help raise the capital needed. You can unlock a group of buyers to whom owners are excited to pass the torch, without sacrificing on price or payout.
Monetize “absentee” buyers
Supporting the next generation of American Operators is crucial for the future of our great nation. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, fueling job growth, innovation, and community vitality.
Charles Mullenger
Mainshares is an incredibly valuable resource and partner for those pursuing a business acquisition. The team has built an unparalleled platform with a wealth of resources.
Matt Yarborough
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Critical Risk Disclosure: Investing in private small and medium enterprise (“SME”) securities involves high speculation and substantial risks, including the potential for complete capital loss. These investments lack secondary market liquidity, have limited operational history and financial data, involve unverified valuations, and carry higher failure rates compared to established businesses. Investors must be prepared to withstand total loss of invested capital.
Investor Commitments: By considering any investment opportunity, you acknowledge the high-risk nature of these investments and commit to conducting independent due diligence, including obtaining additional company information, consulting professional advisors, and verifying regulatory compliance. You confirm that Associe provides no investment recommendations, has not verified issuer-provided information, and assumes no liability for investment decisions.
Individual Investor Requirements: Individual investors must prove Professional Investor status meeting jurisdictional thresholds (e.g., minimum HK$8 million portfolio in Hong Kong), demonstrate “Aggressive” risk tolerance through standardized assessment, and accept binding 36-month lock-up periods. Enhanced due diligence including review of audited financials and management background checks is mandatory.
Jurisdictional Access: Asia-Pacific investors may access opportunities through direct certification (minimum HKD 500,000),SME fund participation(minimum HKD 100,000), or special purpose vehicles (minimum HKD 50,000). United States investors must comply exclusively with Regulation S requirements and are ineligible for retail participation. Mainland China individuals require QDII/QDLP channels with no direct access available.
Regulatory Notice: No securities regulator has approved these offerings or verified content accuracy. All investments are exempt from registration requirements, provide no liquidity guarantees, and may involve material valuation discrepancies.
Our partnership with Associe provides valuable access to capital, advancing our mission at Owners In Honor to help Veterans and Military Spouses confidently transition into small business ownership. This opportunity not only empowers transitioning Veterans but also drives economic growth and fosters lasting community impact.
Patrick Flood Owners in Honor