Transferring ownership of a business is a complex process involving determining a fair price for the company, making sure the business’s finances and financial records are in order, negotiating a price, going through escrow and closing the sale. Business brokers not only manage these steps, but also ensure confidentiality by requiring interested buyers to agree not to disclose the details of the potential business sale. Business brokers can also help with licensing and permitting requirements and can weed out unqualified buyers.