If you've spent years, maybe decades, building a business in Houston, selling it is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make.
At Earned Exits, we work with owners of privately held companies across Houston and the greater Texas market to navigate that process with clarity and confidence. We're a business broker and M&A advisory firm serving buyers and sellers in the $1M–$25M revenue range.
Our team understands the Houston market from the Energy Corridor to the Ship Channel, and we're here to make sure you don't leave money on the table when you're ready to exit.
Why Houston Business Owners Trust Earned Exits
Houston runs on industry. It's one of the most economically diverse metros in the country, with deep roots in energy, logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing that create a steady pipeline of acquisition activity.
That environment means buyers are active here, but it also means you need representation that understands how to position your business competitively.
Our team brings local market knowledge and transaction experience that generic national firms can't replicate. We treat confidentiality as a non-negotiable, not an afterthought.
Whether you're ready to retire, transitioning to the next chapter, or simply want to realize the full value of what you've built, we help you get there without disrupting your operations or tipping off employees and competitors.
Exit planning is something we start discussing on day one, because the best outcomes rarely happen by accident.
Industries We Serve in Houston
Houston's economy doesn't fit neatly into one box, and neither does our client base. We've worked with business owners across sectors ranging from oilfield services to outpatient healthcare, and we know how buyer appetite shifts depending on industry conditions and deal structure.
Industries we actively represent:
- Manufacturing
- Distribution & Logistics
- Healthcare & Medical
- Technology & SaaS
- Business Services
- Construction & Contracting
- Transportation
- Consumer & Retail
Don't see your industry listed? Reach out anyway. We work across sectors and are happy to tell you whether your business is a fit for what we do.
Our Houston Business Brokerage Process
Selling a business has a lot of moving parts. Here's how we manage them:
- Free Confidential Consultation — We start with a no-obligation conversation to understand your business, your goals, and your timeline. There's no pressure and no commitment.
- Business Valuation & Market Analysis — We conduct a thorough review of your financials, operations, and market position to determine a realistic and defensible asking price. Valuation is the foundation everything else is built on.
- Preparing Your Business for Sale — Before we go to market, we help you identify and address anything that could reduce buyer confidence or suppress your price. Small gaps can have an outsized effect on deal value.
- Confidential Marketing to Qualified Buyers — We market your business through targeted channels without ever disclosing your identity publicly. Every buyer who receives detailed information has signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement first. Full stop.
- Offer Negotiation & Letter of Intent — When offers come in, we help you evaluate them on more than just price. Deal structure, earnouts, and transition terms all matter. We negotiate on your behalf.
- Due Diligence & Closing — We coordinate with attorneys, CPAs, and lenders to keep the deal on track through the due diligence process and across the finish line.
Buying a Business in Houston
| What Buyers Get With Earned Exits | Details |
|---|---|
| Curated listings | Houston-area businesses across multiple industries |
| Fit assessment | Help evaluating whether an opportunity matches your goals and capacity |
| Due diligence support | Guidance through financial review, legal coordination, and deal structure |
| Buyer representation | Someone in your corner, not just the seller's |
Most brokers focus almost exclusively on sellers. We work with buyers seriously, because a well-matched buyer closes. If you're looking to buy a business in Houston, contact our team or ask to see current listings.
We'll tell you what's available and what's actually worth your time.
What Is Your Houston Business Worth?
Short answer: it depends on more variables than most people realize.
The longer answer is that business valuation in Houston is influenced by revenue trends, EBITDA (your business's operating profit before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization), customer concentration, industry multiples, and growth trajectory.
A business generating $3M in revenue in a contracting industry gets valued differently than one in a sector with active buyer demand.
Earned Exits provides a free, confidential business value analysis for qualified sellers. No obligation. No cost. Just a clear picture of where you stand before you make any decisions.
Request your free Houston business valuation today.
Areas We Serve Around Houston
Our team is based in Houston and works with business owners throughout the greater metro area and across Texas. We regularly serve clients in Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Galveston, and Chambers counties. When a transaction calls for it, we also work with buyers and sellers nationally.
FAQs
How long does it take to sell a business in Houston? Most transactions take 6 to 12 months from the initial valuation to closing, depending on deal complexity, industry, and buyer financing.
Do you work with businesses outside Houston? Yes. While Houston is our primary market, we handle transactions across Texas and nationally when the right deal is in front of us.
Is my information kept confidential? Yes. We never disclose your identity or business details to any buyer who hasn't signed an NDA.
What revenue range do you work with? We typically work with businesses generating $1M to $25M in annual revenue.
Ready to Talk? Contact Our Houston Business Brokers
The first conversation is free and completely confidential. We work with business owners generating $1M to $25M in annual revenue, and we don't believe in high-pressure sales calls.
If you're thinking about selling, even if the timeline is 12 to 18 months out, earlier is better. Call us, fill out the form below, or email our team today to schedule your confidential consultation.