The Premier Manufacturing Business Broker for Illinois
From Rockford machine shops to Joliet distribution centers, we help Illinois owners capture the maximum value for their hard assets, IP, and contracts.
Why You Need an Illinois Business Broker Who Understands Industry
If you are searching for a "Business Broker Tustin" or "Sell my business Orange County," you know that Tustin is perfectly positioned at the crossroads of commerce.
While standard brokers focus on retail at The District, we focus on the Industrial & Flex sectors that drive the local economy. Buyers pay a premium for Tustin businesses for three specific reasons:
The "Irvine Spillover": Tustin neighbors the Irvine industrial hub but offers more flexible industrial zoning. Buyers want access to the talent pool without the restrictions.
Strategic Logistics: With immediate access to the 5, 55, and 405 freeways—and proximity to John Wayne Airport (SNA)—Tustin is a logistics goldmine for high-value, low-volume distribution.
Redevelopment Value: With the massive development at Tustin Legacy, industrial inventory is shrinking. Scarcity drives value. Your existing machine shop or warehouse footprint is a fortress that new competitors cannot replicate.
We Serve the Full Illinois Industrial Spectrum
Whether you run a precision shop in Peoria or a packaging plant in Elk Grove, we have specialized deal teams for your sector.
Food Processing & Ag-Tech (Chicago, Elk Grove Village & Bolingbrook)
We connect local co-packers with the global food conglomerates and PE roll-ups dominating this sector.
Who We Help: Commercial bakeries, Private Label manufacturers, and Packaging automation firms.
The Buyer Pool: Strategic buyers (Kraft-Heinz ecosystem) and Private Equity seeking recession-proof assets.
Key Value Driver: SQF Level 3 Certification. We validate your audit readiness to command a premium multiple.
Heavy Machinery & Precision (Peoria, Rockford & Decatur)
We help Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers for major OEMs (like Caterpillar/John Deere) monetize their critical status.
Who We Help: CNC machine shops, Gear manufacturers, and Hydraulic component fabricators.
The Buyer Pool: Industrial Holding Companies looking for "legacy" assets with high barriers to entry.
Key Value Driver: Customer Concentration Defense. We frame your MSA contracts as long-term recurring revenue.
Distribution & Logistics (Joliet, Aurora & The I-55 Corridor)
The "Inland Port" of America requires robust support. We sell the infrastructure that powers the supply chain.
Who We Help: 3PLs, Warehousing firms, and Last-Mile distribution centers.
The Buyer Pool: Infrastructure Funds and Supply Chain Logistics investors.
Key Value Driver: Class 6b Incentives. We ensure tax incentives are transferable to maximize Net Operating Income (NOI).
The "Illinois Hurdles": We Navigate the Regulations
BIPA Compliance
The Problem: The Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) creates massive liability for factories using fingerprint timeclocks without proper consent.
The Solution: We conduct a pre-sale "BIPA Audit" to clean up consent forms and indemnities before a buyer ever sees your due diligence file.
Cook County Taxes
The Problem: Commercial property taxes in Cook County can be a deal-killer, artificially depressing your NOI and valuation.
The Solution: We work with legal experts to transfer existing Class 6b incentives or model "Tax Stabilization" strategies for buyers, proving the true profitability of the site.
Site Remediation (SRP)
The Problem: Illinois has a long industrial history. Minor contamination is common and can scare off lenders if not handled correctly.
The Solution: We guide sellers through the Illinois EPA Site Remediation Program (SRP) to secure a "No Further Remediation" (NFR) letter, clearing the path for a sale.
Valuation: The "Midwest Premium"
Illinois businesses often trade at strong multiples due to operational efficiency. It’s about the "Heartland Advantage."
Central Logistics: Buyers pay more for the ability to ship anywhere in the US cheaper than competitors on the coasts.
Labor Stability: The Midwest work ethic is a quantifiable asset. Lower turnover rates mean higher buyer confidence.
Zoning Scarcity: Heavy industrial land with rail access is becoming impossible to find. We value your real estate as a strategic asset.
Curious what your business would trade for? We use recent comps from deals we've closed in Olathe, North KC, and Lenexa.
Frequently Asked Questions (Illinois)
-
A: The PPRT is unique to Illinois and adds 1.5% to 2.5% tax on net income for S-Corps and Partnerships. We structure the purchase price allocation (Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale) to mitigate the impact of this tax on your final net proceeds.
-
A: If you use biometric timeclocks, buyers will require proof of strict compliance. Failure to have written consent on file can result in large escrows (holdbacks). We fix this issue during our pre-listing preparation phase.
-
A: Yes. In fact, many buyers prefer a "Sale-Leaseback" arrangement. This lowers their upfront capital requirement while providing you with long-term, passive rental income from the property you already own.
-
A: Yes. Almost every industrial transaction in Illinois requires a Phase I ESA. If issues are found, we help you enter the Site Remediation Program (SRP) to get a clearance letter, ensuring the deal doesn't fall apart at the finish line.
-
A: In Illinois, the typical timeline is 7 to 10 months. Deals involving heavy equipment or complex environmental diligence (common in older industrial zones) can take slightly longer.
Ready to Exit Your Illinois Business?
Don't trust your legacy to a generalist business broker who sells coffee shops in Naperville. You need a team that understands the difference between a CNC mill and a lathe, and why a Tier 1 supplier contract is worth millions.
We are former operators. We speak your language.