Texas is one of the most dynamic business environments in North America. With no state income tax, a business-friendly regulatory environment, and a diverse economy spanning energy, manufacturing, technology, agriculture, and professional services, Texas businesses are highly attractive to buyers. But many Texas business owners are surprised to learn that they can sell their business without a broker — saving significant commission fees and maintaining greater control over the process. CMBB, led by Leonardo Obodoeke, acquires Texas businesses directly.
The Cost of Using a Business Broker in Texas
Business brokers in Texas typically charge a success fee based on a percentage of the transaction value, often with a minimum fee regardless of deal size. For business owners who have spent decades building their company, this is a significant reduction in the proceeds of a lifetime of work. Selling directly to a qualified buyer eliminates this cost entirely.
The Texas Business Sale Market
Texas is home to more than 3 million small businesses, making it one of the largest business sale markets in the United States. Key acquisition hubs include Houston (energy, manufacturing, healthcare), Dallas-Fort Worth (technology, distribution, professional services), San Antonio (military, healthcare, tourism), and Austin (technology, professional services). CMBB is actively acquiring businesses across all of these markets, with a particular focus on manufacturing, distribution, and industrial services.
How to Sell Your Texas Business Directly
Selling your Texas business directly to a qualified buyer requires three things: a clear understanding of your business's value, a qualified buyer with committed capital, and professional legal and accounting support to manage the transaction. CMBB provides the first two — we conduct our own valuation and bring committed capital to every transaction. We strongly recommend that sellers engage a Texas business attorney and a CPA to review the purchase agreement and advise on tax structuring.
Tax Advantages for Texas Business Sellers
Like Florida, Texas imposes no state income tax on individuals, meaning capital gains from a business sale are subject only to federal capital gains tax. For most sellers, long-term capital gains are taxed at 15–20% federally, plus the 3.8% Net Investment Income Tax for high earners. This is significantly more favourable than states like California or New York. Proper deal structuring — including the use of instalment sales or qualified opportunity zone investments — can further reduce the effective tax rate.
CMBB is actively acquiring businesses in Texas. Start a confidential, no-obligation conversation today.
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