Experience

Graduated from the University of Washington in 1972 with a degree in Rhetoric & Public Address.
Received a Graduate Degree in Real Estate in 1975.

Licensed to sell real estate and business opportunities in the State of Washington in 1972 and licensed as a Broker in 1975.

Owned and managed my own real estate and business opportunty companies since 1979.Many of which were the top producing real estate companies in Washington state. Co-Founder and President of KR Business Brokers.

Received the designations of CBIS and CBB in 1995.

I am considered the top small business broker in the State of Washington, specializing in small to mid size businesses. Many of my fellow business brokers and real estate agents and CPA's and attorneys refer their business opportunity buyers and sellers to me, because they know that their clients will receive fair, honest, and professional representation.

I also provide my clients with business consulting, business evaluations, and expert testimony.

Personal Profile
Upon graduating from the University of Washington I had a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of people I worked with. For twleve years I forged the cornerstone of what was to become KR Business Brokers. By 1979, at age 29, I had aquired enough wealth, though business investments, to retire. Instead, I was destined to train, counsel, and help others to achieve the same financial freedom.

In 1984, the die was cast, and along with Co-Founder, Randi Calderon-Edwards, KR Business Brokers became a reality.

I saw a need for professional representation for the small business owner. Fair, honest, and reasonable representation that produced results.

Now over two decades later, I have helped thousands of buyers and sellers achieve and realize their dreams. Freedom, independence, and financial security are no longer a dream for hundreds of my clients, THEY ARE A REALITY!!

I work with buyers and seller from all over the world - Asia, the Middle East, India, Pakistan, Russia, and the Latin countries. I have traveled extensively all over the World and I understand the needs and concerns of many different cultures and I address them in a helping and professional manner. I CARE!!! Each culture and nationality has different views and characteristics in buying, owning, and selling their businesses. I understand those differences and adapt my skills and expertise to accomodate my clients' goals. I CARE!!!

I have personally owned numerous businesses from small cafes and restaurants to a million dollar paramedical company. I understand the anxiety in buying or selling a business. I HAVE BEEN THERE -I CARE!!!. From my trials, mistakes, and successes I have developed a very successful system of business people helping business people to achieve their dreams and financial freedom.

WHY SETTLE FOR THE REST - WHEN YOU CAN HAVE THE BEST!!!!



A Wise Choice

Historically, small business owners have not been able to obtain affordable, professional, skillful representation when preparing, marketing and selling their most valuable asset -- their business. Over many years, KR Business Brokers has revolutionized the business brokerage industry by providing small business owners with the ability to choose a full-service package or select specific functions from our unique menu of services.

We are committed to providing services and products of the highest quality. We take pride on being responsive to the needs and demands of today's small business owner. We realize some owners simply cannot afford, nor do they need every service that a "traditional" business broker offers. We have set the standard for the business brokerage industry by offering the most comprehensive and affordable package of services available to both sellers and buyers.

The CHOICE is yours.

BUSINESS PEOPLE HELPING BUSINESS PEOPLE .

Questions you should be asking about your business broker:
Does your business brokerage source…

Enjoy more than 57 cumulative years of successful business and financial intermediary experience?
Specialize exclusively in small to midsize businesses?
Employed full-time, qualified, business brokerage professionals?
Offer “selective” choices from a menu of services to meet your specific needs?
Have a process and system in place to protect your confidentiality?
Provide a dedicated staff specializing in business finance and valuation services?
Listen to you and are they truly "results" oriented?
Rank as the number one independent business brokerage operation in Washington State?
If you have answered no to one or more of these questions your choice becomes clear with KR Business Brokers you can answer yes to every question. Why settle for less when you can choose what’s best for your business transition and future.

I am considered the top small business broker in the State of Washington, specializing in small to mid size businesses. Many of my fellow business brokers and real estate agents and CPA's and attorneys refer their business opportunity buyers and sellers to me, because they know that their clients will receive fair, honest, and professional representation.

In over 36 years of helping clients realize their dreams of Freedom and Independence thru business ownership I have handled almost every type of business from A to Z. We specialize in the re-sale of many of the Franchises and are the sole resale agents for many Franchise opportunities.

Recent Clients: AAA Garage Door Service, Aaron’s Fine Dry Cleaning, Admiral’s Fleet Sub Shops, Inc., A&W Restaurants, Avanti Pizza & Pasta, Baro Grocery, Bosley Pet Stores, C&F Distribution, Café Carreto, Dairy Queen, Discount Brake & Muffler, Dollar Bazaars, Ltd. Fantastic Sam’s Hair Salons, Georgio’s Sub Shops, Global Express Travel, Gopher Construction, Interlake Collision, Jackpot Convenience Stores, Jake The Plumber, Kintamani, Inc., Klondike Sam’s Deli & Grocery, Lake City Quick Stop Exxon, Las Americanas Business Center, Mailboxes, Etc., Mediterranean Express, Meineke Brake and Mufflers, Mr. Bill’s Restaurant, New Josan Enterprises, Inc., Precision Tune & Lube, Renaissance Computers, Quick Lube, Shorey’s Book Store, Subway, TCBY, The Ark Pets & Supplies, The Grab Bag, Troll Art, United Check Cashing, University Maytag Laundry, Village Inn Restaurant, Vince’s Texaco, Blimpies, Quizno’s, Red Barn Texaco, Ballard EZ Wash, Katz Restaurant, Seawest Sub Sub’s & Paoli’s Pizza

We have significant experience in the following industry categories : Automotive Beauty Salons, Coin Laundries/Dry Cleaners Computer/Technology, Construction, Deli/Grocery Stores, Fast Food/Cafes, Gas Stations/C-Stores, Gift Shops, Mailbox/Shipping Outlets, Manufacturing, Medical/Dental, Pet Supplies, Professional/Contract Services, Restaurants - Chain & Independent, Specialty Retail Store,s Taverns/Lounges, Travel, Wholesale/Distribution

Ensuring your success is our business.


--Kirk L. Edwards, President

We primarily serve the Western and Central Washington area from Bellingham to Vancouver, however, we do handle selected businesses on the Eastern side of the State.

Business consulting, Business evaluations, and expert testimony.

Testimonials

"KR Business Brokers and Kirk Edwards has made buying my first business easy, rewarding, & profitable."
-Brad Lentz, Ballard EZ Wash
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"My entire family has dealt with Kirk Edwards & KR Business Brokers for almost a decade....they are the best!!"
-Sohan Thind, Georgio's Subs, Seawest Subs & Paoli's Pizza, and Texaco Gas Stations

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"I got the highest price ever paid for a Subway, in the NW, thanks to Kirk Edwards & KR Business Brokers."
-Mazen Mahmoud, Subway & Taco Del Mar

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"I have handled loans for Kirk Edwards & KR Business Brokers for many years.....he is creative, understanding and can package a loan better than anyone else."
-Steve Kirschner
Executive Vice President-City Bank

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"KR Business Brokers & Kirk Edwards sold our business in less than 2 weeks and got our price. Great company - Great Agent - Great job."
-Alden Buckles - Blimpies Subs