Business Owner Support Offer: Sell Your Business with Confidence
Uncertain times. Lower broker fees. Support for your next step.
Save up to £501 on selected professional broker plans.
Thinking of selling your business? Whether you are planning retirement, managing rising costs, relocating or exploring a new opportunity, World Businesses For Sale can help you market your business to potential buyers locally, nationwide and internationally.
Our Business Owner Support Offer combines reduced upfront fees on selected plans with commission payable only when a qualifying sale completes following our buyer introduction, in accordance with the brokerage agreement.
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Choose your business selling plan
Basic: £395 upfront
Six months | 3% conditional sale commission
An entry-level option for owners who want professional support with advertising and buyer introductions.
- Professional business listing creation.
- Business marketing and exposure to potential buyers.
- Buyer introductions and enquiry handling.
- Seller guidance during the listing period.
Standard: £499 upfront
Nine months | 2% conditional sale commission
Previously £749. Save £250 on the upfront fee.
Our recommended option for owners seeking a longer advertising period and a lower commission rate than Basic.
- Professional business listing and marketing.
- Buyer introductions and enquiry support.
- Nine months of advertising.
- 2% commission on qualifying completed sales.
Explore the Standard Plan: £499
Premium Until Sold: £999 upfront
12-month initial term | 1% conditional sale commission
Previously £1,500. Save £501 on the upfront fee.
For owners who prefer a longer-term advertising approach and the lowest commission rate among these three plans.
- Professional business listing and marketing.
- Buyer introductions and enquiry support.
- 1% commission on qualifying completed sales.
- Eligible free listing renewals after the initial 12 months until sold, subject to plan terms.
“Until sold” refers to eligible listing renewals, not a guarantee that your business will sell.
Explore Premium Until Sold: £999
Why consider World Businesses For Sale?
Market beyond your existing contacts
Present your opportunity to prospective buyers locally, across the UK and internationally, rather than relying only on your immediate network.
Get support with your listing and enquiries
Benefit from listing preparation, marketing assistance, buyer introductions and enquiry handling under your selected plan. Review the agreement to understand what is included and which responsibilities remain yours.
Compare both the upfront fee and commission
The lowest upfront price is not necessarily the lowest combined cost if a qualifying sale completes. Consider your preferred advertising period and the applicable commission rate alongside the initial fee.
Commission is conditional on a qualifying completed sale
Sale commission applies only when a qualifying sale completes following our buyer introduction, in accordance with the brokerage agreement. Upfront fees remain subject to their own terms.
Our services can be relevant to shops, restaurants, takeaways, cafés, salons, eCommerce businesses, manufacturing businesses, service companies and other established enterprises, subject to eligibility.
Compare fees on an illustrative £200,000 sale
If your business sells for £200,000 through a qualifying buyer introduction, the combined fees would be:
| Plan | Upfront fee | Commission | Combined fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | £395 | £6,000 (3%) | £6,395 |
| Standard | £499 | £4,000 (2%) | £4,499 |
| Premium | £999 | £2,000 (1%) | £2,999 |
Illustrative figures excluding applicable VAT and other transaction costs. This is a fee comparison, not a valuation or forecast of a sale outcome.
In this example, Premium's combined upfront fee and commission are £3,396 lower than Basic. The difference will vary with the qualifying sale price.
How the selling process works
- Choose your support. Compare the plans or request a free initial consultation before deciding.
- Provide your business details. Share your location, asking price, business information and accurate selling points.
- Prepare your listing. Our team helps create and market your business listing under the selected plan.
- Respond to prospective buyers. We assist with eligible enquiries and buyer introductions. Enquiry levels will vary.
- Progress a suitable offer. Negotiate with interested buyers and arrange appropriate independent professional advice. Commission applies only to qualifying completed sales under the brokerage agreement.
Frequently asked questions
How much does broker-supported selling cost?
Basic costs £395 upfront with 3% conditional commission, Standard costs £499 upfront with 2%, and Premium Until Sold costs £999 upfront with 1%. Review current terms and applicable VAT treatment before purchasing.
Do I pay sale commission if my business does not sell?
No sale commission is due unless a qualifying sale completes under the brokerage agreement. Upfront plan fees remain subject to their own terms.
Can international buyers view my listing?
Your listing can be viewed by prospective buyers locally, across the UK and internationally. This does not guarantee enquiries from any particular location.
What does Premium Until Sold include?
Premium has a 12-month initial term with eligible free listing renewals until sold, subject to renewal and eligibility conditions. It does not guarantee a completed sale.
Can I advertise without paying sale commission?
Yes. Our separate Basic No-Commission Advertising Plan costs £147 upfront for six months. It is intended for owners who prefer to manage their own buyer discussions and selling process.
Explore no-commission advertising.
How quickly will my business sell?
Timescales vary with asking price, business performance, buyer demand and other circumstances. No sale timeframe is guaranteed.
Not sure which plan to choose?
Start with a free initial seller consultation. Discuss your business, your selling objectives and the level of support you need before selecting brokerage support.
Request Your Free Initial Seller Consultation
Your business. Your future. Your next chapter.
You have worked hard to build your business. Choose a selling approach that reflects your budget, preferred advertising period and need for support.
Basic: £395 + 3% conditional commission. Standard: £499 + 2%. Premium Until Sold: £999 + 1%.
Explore the Business Owner Support Offer
Prices, applicable VAT treatment, service inclusions and commission obligations are subject to the relevant plan terms. Advertising and brokerage services do not guarantee buyer enquiries or a completed sale. Promotional savings compare the supplied previous advertised upfront prices with the offer prices. Premium renewals are subject to eligibility and renewal conditions.