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Your Business Represents Your Life's Work. Let's Maximize Your Exit. Together.

Award-winning M&A advisors specializing in Main Street and Lower Middle Market businesses in NC and nationwide.

CVBBA and IBBA Members

Commercial Real Estate Brokerage

Award Winning Service

Selling Your Business Doesn't Need To Be  Complex and High Stress

Trustmark Mergers & Acquisitions uses advanced software and a 12-step screening process to qualify buyers, ensuring only serious prospects proceed. This protects your confidentiality and lets you focus on your business while their expert network manages every step of the transaction.

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You Only Sell Once

With years of experience, we have refined a process that provides clarity from beginning to end. Trust us to guide you every of the way toward lasting success.

02

We Eliminate Complexity.

Our team guides business owners through the intricate sale process, helping you navigate with confidence and peace of mind.

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Your Legacy Matters

Finding the right buyer who will treat your employees well, honor your brand, and grow what you've built requires more than just closing a deal.

A Results-Oriented Process

We guide you through every step with transparency, accountability, industry expertise, and a singular focus on completing the transaction, all with the highest degree of confidentiality.

01

Valuation & Preparation 

4 WEEKS

Comprehensive business and financial analysis, review competitive advantages, and similar business sales nationwide to determine the highest price for your business. 

02

Marketing & Buyer Identification

4-12 WEEKS

Confidential marketing through our extensive networks, navigating potential buyers through our 12-step qualification processes and expected transaction timelines.

03

Negotiation & Due Diligence

6-12 WEEKS

Expert negotiation to secure optimal terms, managing due diligence requests, and protecting your interests throughout.

04

Successful Close

2-4 WEEKS

Coordinating with attorneys, CPAs, and other professionals to ensure a smooth closing and successful transition.

 ★  FREE BROKER OPINION OF VALUE

What is your business worth?

Get a professional, industry-specific broker opinion of value for your business in just minutes.

CONFIDENTIAL. ACCURATE. FREE.

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  • Industry-specific market data

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  • More detailed options are available upon request

What Our Clients Are Saying

Real results from business owners who've successfully sold their businesses with Trustmark.

7 Market Home Services Franchise

"Mark Herrmann orchestrated the successful sale of my company in the most skillful and professional way. The most significant and pleasant transaction I've had in 23 years of business!"

The Trustmark Difference

When you work with Trustmark, you get an experienced partner invested in your success.

Mark Herrmann – Business Broker and M&A Advisor Charlotte NC
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Meet Mark Herrmann

With a career that includes 35+ years of owning and operating businesses across multiple industries, including extensive franchise experience, I understand the complexities of running and exiting a business.

Selling your business isn't just a transaction; it's the culmination of decades of hard work, sacrifice, and dedication. That's why I take a personal, results-oriented approach to every engagement.

My goal is simple: help business owners like you achieve the successful exit you deserve. Whether you're exploring options or ready to move forward, I'm here to guide you with the expertise, integrity, and attention you expect.

5500+ 

35+

2024

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OF BUYERS

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EXPERIENCE

IBBA CHAIRMAN'S AWARD

Ready to Explore Your Options?

Schedule a confidential, no-pressure conversation to discuss your business and exit goals.

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