Working With Sunbelt
Why Choose Sunbelt?
Expertise
Professionalism
Confidentiality
Experience
Nationwide Network
Nationally it is estimated that about 20% of businesses represented for sale by business brokers actually result in a sale. We successfully sell over 80% of the businesses we represent, and always for a fair price.
Our business valuations give you the info you need to make informed decisions.
What makes business valuations through Sunbelt Business Brokers unique is our three markers of evaluation. These include examining cash flow, risk, and opportunity.
Cash Flow
Prospective buyers consider purchasing a business based on the company’s future — not its history. Thus, future cash flow projections are a major part of our business valuation process. We take a detailed account of a company’s cash flow and assets to estimate the future probability of success.
Risk
The risk of the future performance determines the multiple of cash flow a buyer will be willing to pay. We analyze various risk factors to help us accurately value your business. This process also identifies areas the seller may want to improve prior to a sale.
Opportunity
During our business valuations, we assess opportunities that the current business owner is taking advantage of and which they are not. Those opportunities not currently being taken advantage of are often the very reason as buyer will find your business attractive. As part of our commitment to client education, we help fill in the opportunity gaps to ensure buyers enjoy a successful business endeavor moving forward.
Completed Transactions
Construction
A-1 Glass
Commercial Building Maintenance
Town and Country Fence & Deck
Oswego Roofing
Pacific Cabinetry
Premier Energy – solar sales & installation
Solar Ki – solar sales & installation
Custom Stone Creations
Oak Grove Custom Cabinets
B2B Business
Ad-Mail
Printing Solutions
Communications NW
Red Zone HR Solutions
ETEC Environmental Remediation
Hydrocon Environmental
JH Style Magazine
Stevens IS Printing
Manufacturing
Pacific Die Casting
Alaskan Camper
Timberline Controls
Pride of the West – food mfg
Spar-Tek – plywood mfg
Strom Manufacturing
Retail
Standard TV & Appliance
Cynergy E-bikes
Maupin Market
Discount Floors
Gallery Wild
Service Businesses
Conser Appraisers
Wheel Kraft
Catering At It’s Best
Pavlov Enterprises
Travel & Excursions
Vista Balloon Adventures
VIP PDX
Double Decker
Distribution
McGary Supply
Client Feedback
Find out what some of the most recent businesses we’ve worked with have to say.
Standard TV & Applicance
Type of Business: Retail Appliances
Sold to: private party
Buyer Representation by: Bill Patten
“My partners and I bought a very substantial company with the help of Bill Patten. I found Bill to be an important and integral part of our purchase of Standard TV and Appliance.
Bill’s first step was to assess the value of the company. This was a crucial point in process since prices and multiples play a critical part in determining the value of the company and they can be all over the place.
Secondly with Bill’s evaluation he got us the information needed to make informed decisions. There are many variables in determining the value of a company and knowing all of them is crucial in the process. Bill was an outstanding professional in getting all the information we needed to finish this process.
Another major hurdle is financing. Bill not only helped facilitate our financing but got us the very best terms and interest rates in the market. This has saved us tens of thousands of dollars!
More than anything else Bill Patten was there for us through the entire journey. You can imagine the complexities of buying a 277 employee business that is over $80 million in sales annually. He helped us in every step and more than his expertise in business we recommend him as an excellent therapist. You can just imagine the highs and lows you experience when buying a business of this size, it can really take an emotional toll on you and Bill was always there for support and to clarify any and all of our concerns!
It is for these reasons and so many more that I give my endorsement of Bill Patten and his knowledge and skills as a business broker.”
-Jeff Jarvis, President
Standard TV & Appliance
2019
Siboretm Drill
Type of Business: Manufacturing
Sold to: Terratrench USA, Inc
Buyer Representation by: Bill Patten
As the manufacturer of hand portable powered trenching equipment, I was approached by the owners of SiboreTM to purchase their product line when they wanted to retire. It was a natural fit in with our existing product line. I had never purchased a business before. Since I knew Bill Patten, I reached out to him to assist with the purchase. Financing was not a problem. The issue was what the business was worth and how to transfer the business TM I.P.
Bill evaluated the business and found it was worth less than half of what the SiboreTM owners were asking. He negotiated the price and we reached a purchase agreement. He referred me to an attorney that expeditiously handled the matter from our side. The entire process took less than six weeks and I was pleased with the outcome.
I have been constantly approached by business brokers asking if I would be interested in selling my business. When I reach that stage, I will have Bill handle it. He is a very competent and trustworthy business broker. A guy that knows his stuff!
Vista Balloon Adventures
Type of Business: Adventure Excursions
Sold to: Pierre Private Party
Brokered by: Bill Patten
“After 26 years of ‘Ups and Downs’ I found the process of transferring ownership with the help of Bill Patten and Sunbelt to be very straightforward. As to the fee, it was earned several times over as the business transaction would have failed without the tools that Sunbelt has available to help present the business to a potential buyer.
“I feel strongly that having Sunbelt represent us is the decision that made the transfer of our business possible, pleasant and productive.”
-Roger Anderson, CEO
2014
Town & Country Fence & Deck
Type of Business: Construction
Sold to: Mitzi Barber, Private Party
Brokered by: Bill Patten
“Bill was very professional in his approach and very positive, not only in his belief it would sell, but in his advice and encouragement to me along the way. He went way above and beyond in helping the buyers and myself negotiate the transaction. I will always be thankful for his help in bringing a quality buyer to my door.”
– Ken Milleman
2016
Pacific Die Casting
Type of Business: Manufacturing
Sold to Elizabeth Gubrud-Howe, Private Party
Brokered by: Bill Patten
“I had a dream to acquire a manufacturing business in the Portland Metropolitan area and there was one man who helped turn my dream into a reality. Bill Patten collaborated with me throughout the entire purchase. He turned every roadblock I had into an opportunity. He helped me secure financing and connected me with other professionals who helped during the process. Bill did not disappear when the sale was completed. He was instrumental in a successful transition. In addition Bill helped me network locally and helped me create a platform for growth.
I am grateful we had the opportunity to work together, and when I am ready to look for my next acquisition, Bill will be my first call.”
– Elizabeth Gubrud-Howe, CEO
Pacific Die Casting
2020
“Thank you for all of the support and Daniel. I don’t think I would have ever actually bought a business without Sunbelt Business Brokers. I already hired my first employee after the first month and have two other positions listed already as well.Thank you again!”
– Griffin Dodson – Buyer
2024
AdMail, Inc.
Type of Business: Direct Mail
Sold to: Premier Press
Brokered by: Bill Patten
“Thank you Bill Patten and Sunbelt Business Brokers for making the sale of our business successful. I appreciated their expertise and professionalism. Selling our company was a major step in our lives and Sunbelt was sensitive to our needs and desires. I highly recommend Bill and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell a business.”
– Bill Stevens, CEO
2016
Type of Business: Wholesale packaging
Sold to: Private Party
Brokered by: Bill Patten
“Bill was very professional and very likeable to work with. He stepped right up to handle whatever came along and made the sale go smooth and easy as possible. He did everything we needed to and more. We would recommend him and Sunbelt to everyone we know without a doubt. Outstanding service!”
Mike and Alice McGary
2015
Conser Appraisals
Type of Business: Real Estate Appraisals
Sold to: Otto Sylte, private party
Brokered by: Bill Patten
“Bill helped me secure financing and, since I did not have a business attorney, he recommended one whose services proved to be more than satisfactory.
I know Bill to be hard-working, honest, and very professional.”
– Otto Sylte, President
Conser Appraisals, Inc.
2019
I owned my business for almost 25 years. My partner and I decided to consider selling our business a few years ago. As we looked into it, we realized there were many components to the process that we weren’t certain how to navigate.
These components felt formidable and had us thinking that selling might be too complex of a process.
Fortunately, I was connected with Bill Patten with Sunbelt Business Brokers. He helped us understand, with clarity, how the process works. He was instrumental in helping to set up meetings with qualified prospects and as we moved down the line and got closer to closing a potential sale, he maintained an open channel of communication and provided answers to all of my questions, including making sure I understood every step of the process.
Now that we are over the finish line, I can say it definitely wouldn’t have happened without his knowledge, expertise and support. I would recommend Bill and his Sunbelt team wholeheartedly. They are true professionals.
– Rich Stevens, Business Owner
Red Zone HR Solutions, LLC
Type of Business: HR Services
Sold to Premier: Align HR, LLC
Brokered by: Bill Patten
I was referred to Bill Patten and Sunbelt Business Brokers by my business banker when I was considering my potential exit options. I was unsure of the value of the business and if an external sale was even possible. Bill met with me and explained the process starting with the business evaluation all the way through a sale. I engaged Bill to conduct the business evaluation which revealed a very positive potential sales value. We proceeded with the business listing, and I was pleasantly surprised at the number of inquiries from all over the United States. I imagined it would only draw the interest of interest by other Pacific NW HR firms. An East Coast buyer extended an offer within a couple of weeks, and we closed within 60 days.
Bill did an excellent job of guiding me through the process and explaining the various details that came up along the way. Bill made strategic referrals that helped me significantly with the closing process. I regularly share with business colleagues how effectively Bill guided me from beginning to end. I have and will continue to recommend Bill to colleagues looking to sell their business.
Mike Cooney
President & Owner
2022
Buying and selling a Company can be a complex, high risk endeavor. We worked with Bill Patten of Sunbelt Business Brokers when we bought the Company and was so impressed that we used him when we sold the Company. Bill is not only a joy to work with but brings a great deal of value to the process. Having owned and operated several businesses before in addition to his vast M&A experience provides significant insights. His relationships with Banks, Attorneys and Accountants provide a platform to mitigate the typical hurdles and increases the likelihood of a successful close. I unequivocally recommend using Bill and Sunbelt Business Brokers.
– Cliff Barry, Business Owner
