Individual Business Investors - Buy or Sell your Business - SMERGERS

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How many individual business investors are listed on SMERGERS?

There are 32759 active and verified individual business investors listed on SMERGERS as of 08 January 2026.
What level of due diligence does SMERGERS conduct on the businesses/member?

SMERGERS scrutinizes all profiles and only features a select group of businesses, investors, advisors that meet a basic requirement. When required, certain members may have submitted some form of proof …read more
How active are the business profiles listed on SMERGERS?

We regularly filter out businesses which are inactive or have already closed a transaction. Typically, if the business is actively looking to sell/raise capital, the status is shown in green.
How can I be sure about privacy and confidentiality?

We understand the level of confidentiality required in strategic transactions and we strive to provide a safe and secure experience for our members. Please review our privacy policy. We …read more
How can I contact a business listed on SMERGERS?

You need to be logged in before you connect with a business. Click here to register and message the business If you are already logged in, please use the contact …read more
Should you buy an existing business or start a business from scratch?

Buying an existing business is generally an easier way to start a business with an immediate head start. It saves valuable time and administrative efforts, considering starting from scratch is …read more
How successful has SMERGERS been in helping its users successfully close a deal?

SMERGERS is a discovery and matchmaking platform with a global reach. It helps in connecting Businesses, Investors, Acquirers, Lenders, M&A Advisors and Boutique Investment Banks across locations, industries and transactions. …read more
What is the checklist for selling a business?

Here is the checklist for selling a business

1. Find a manager who can take care of your business in your absence.
2. Fix the operations to optimize your profit …read more