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Certified Business Brokers

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Houston, Texas

About the Company

Having the largest team of experienced, professional brokers in the State of Texas means that business owners have the greatest number of people collaborating and working together to sell their business. Our professional team has over 230 years of collective experience selling businesses and have closed business transactions in excess of one billion dollars in revenues. This means credibility, experience, expertise, and success.

Broker Biography

Introduction

Certified Business Brokers (CBB), with headquarters in Houston, is the largest business brokerage firm in Texas. Since 1974 we have sold several thousand privately-held companies for clients in every industry sector.

Selling or buying a business demands the highest professional standards. Our documented history that spans over five decades is built on performance, ethics, expertise, process-oriented methodology and confidentiality. Our day-to-day operations are guided by these practices—which are the keys to our continued success.

The CBB team, the largest team of professional business brokers in Texas, has over 230 years of collective experience and has closed transactions in excess of one billion dollars in revenues. A team approach is the best way to achieve success. Clients benefit from the diversity of our expertise and from our efficient collaboration.

Whether you are selling or buying a business, find out how you can leverage our success to achieve YOUR goals.

Services Provided

We are a full-service advisory firm. We are specialists in valuation, marketing and the negotiation and sale of privately-held businesses. Our services include:

Business Brokerage, Mergers and Acquisitions, Restaurant Sales, Business valuations and appraisals.

Areas Served

  • Austin County, TX
  • Brazoria County, TX
  • Fort Bend County, TX
  • Galveston County, TX
  • Harris County, TX
  • Houston County, TX
  • Liberty County, TX
  • Montgomery County, TX
  • San Jacinto County, TX
  • Waller County, TX
  • Professional Affiliations

    CBB actively supports and is a member of these professional organizations:

    M&A Source - The world's largest organization of Middle Market Intermediaries
    Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) - Middle-market mergers and acquisitions
    Texas Association of Business Brokers (TABB) - Founding Member,
    International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) - Founding Member
    Pratt's Stats Private Transaction Database - Hall Of Fame Member
    Texas State Licensed Securities Dealer
    Certified Exit Planning Advisors (CEPA)
    Certified Equipment & Machinery Appaisers (CEMA)
    Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)
    Greater Houston Restaurant Association (GHRA)
    Texas Restaurant Association (TRA)
    National Restaurant Association (NRA)
    Texas Licensed Real Estate Broker

    Business For Sale Listings

    $1,424,000
    Cash Flow: $360,634 
    Fort Bend Co., TX 
    4 Star Rated Residential A/C and Heating Company Profitable A/C and Heating Company

    Achieving a consistent 4-star rating is a major milestone for any residential HVAC business. This company maintains its strong reputation by providing complete residential HVAC system care and installation, utilizing technicians equipped to handle major manufacturing brands like Carrier, Trane, Goodman, and American Standard and training them rigorously. They are focusing entirely on customer satisfaction. Their internal mission statement is “to not disappoint or leave a single customer dissatisfied.” Consequently, these high ratings serve as the primary source of new customer acquisition. This is a premier opportunity to acquire a well-established, highly reputable residential HVAC business 

    $50,000
    Houston, TX  Agent: Katherine Quarfordt
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    Established Aesthetic Services Studio in NW Houston Auburb

    This established aesthetic services studio in Houston’s northwest suburb offers a recognized franchise platform, loyal clientele, and a strong reputation for delivering a 4.8 star customer experience. A buyer benefits from established branding, operational support, marketing resources, and proven business systems. The business demonstrates strong customer loyalty with a 60–70% rebooking rate, often generating appointments four to six weeks in advance, while approximately 25% of revenue is currently membership-based recurring revenue. The combination of repeat customers, recurring memberships, and an established client database provides a valuable foundation for continued growth. Please refer to CBB Listing #8389 

    $1,000,000
    Cash Flow: $356,037 
    Houston, TX  Agent: Marcia Bowron
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    SW Houston Specialty Grocery SBA Financeable, Loyal Customer Base

    Established specialty grocery and import store serving Houston's Russian, Eastern European, and international communities in the Houston area for nearly 30 years is available for acquisition. The business offers authentic imported foods, including fresh pastries, smoked fish, caviar, cheeses, deli meats, gourmet candies, wines, and beverages, alongside cultural goods, cosmetics, and health products. The store also operates as a MEEST international shipping agent. This specialty retailer has built a strong, loyal customer base of approximately 30 years through an explicitly apolitical, inclusive mission welcoming customers of all backgrounds. The business serves a large, underserved niche market with hard-to-find authentic Eastern European and Russian products. Day-to-day operations are managed by an experienced, multilingual manager and staff. The business has operated continuously through major challenges including the 2008 

    $350,000
    Cash Flow: $158,849 
    Montgomery Co., TX  Agent: Marcia Bowron
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    Turnkey Wedding & Event Florist - Strong Profits, Proven Team

    This highly rated boutique florist offers fresh, locally grown flowers for daily delivery, weddings and events, sympathy arrangements, and a curated gift shop of candles, fragrances, and accessories. The business has an established e-commerce site using Shopify along with a beautiful storefront, offering same-day local delivery and Saturday wedding-venue delivery in the local Montgomery County areas. Revenue streams extend beyond florals into plant repotting/potting services, recurring design parties and educational classes (including a wreath-making class), and a richly curated gift shop giving the business multiple diversified income channels. The company maintains an active social media presence across Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest, plus numerous glowing customer testimonials highlighting personalized wedding floral design and strong client relationships. They are particularly praised for working within budgets while 

    $249,000
    Cash Flow: $158,356 
    Houston, TX 
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    Growing Custom Furniture Design and Manufacturing Business

    This Company is a rapidly growing custom furniture design, manufacturing, and installation business specializing in high-quality, made-to-order residential and commercial cabinetry and furniture solutions. Established in 2023, the Company has quickly developed a reputation for delivering premium craftsmanship, innovative design, and highly personalized customer service. Through a combination of direct-to-consumer sales and strategic partnerships with architects, builders, contractors, and real estate investors, the Company has positioned itself as a trusted provider of bespoke interior solutions. The Company specializes in the design, manufacturing, and installation of customized residential and commercial furnishings, including premium kitchen cabinetry and storage systems, custom closets and wardrobe systems, modern office furniture and workspace 

    $390,000
    Cash Flow: $104,920 
    Houston, TX  Agent: Katherine Quarfordt
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    Highly Profitable Auto Service Center in NW Houston Suburb

    Step into ownership of a proven, highly profitable automotive service center positioned in one of the premier suburbs of Houston, Texas. This established, family-owned business has served its community for over two decades, earning a reputation for reliability, integrity, and top-tier service. Whether you’re a private investor, strategic buyer, or hands-on operator, this is a rare chance to acquire a stable, cash-flowing asset with immediate upside. This operation delivers consistent and attractive returns, supported by simple operations, clean financials, and strong margins. The earnings profile and operational stability make this a meaningful upside for growth-oriented buyers. Designed for efficiency and profitability, the 2,255 sq. ft. facility features six service bays—widely considered the industry’s optimal scale for maximizing throughput without excessive overhead. The property sits on a generous 17,624 sq. ft. lot with 

    $2,875,000
    Cash Flow: $171,357 
    Houston, TX  Agent: Marcia Bowron
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    Auto Repair in NE Harris County with Real Estate

    Rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, highly reputable automotive repair business with deep roots in a northeast Harris County community near Lake Houston. Established in 1977, the business has operated continuously for nearly five decades and has built a strong reputation for quality service, reliability, and customer trust. The company operates from a 9,000 sq. ft. freestanding facility on 1.8+ acres. There’s an additional 1.6 acres vacant land perfect for any type of expansion or other business. The shop features 20 service bays (10 doubles) of which 12 are currently in use, providing significant built-in capacity for growth. With a loyal customer base, consistent demand, and an established team, the business offers stable cash flow and operational continuity. They are a full-service automotive repair and maintenance facility servicing both 

    $695,000
    Cash Flow: $268,651 
    Houston, TX 
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    Vehicle Transport Company - Consistent Sales - Turnkey Operation

    : This well-established Houston-area vehicle transport company has been operating profitably since 2017, delivering a rare combination of steady revenue, minimal owner involvement, and a strong reputation built entirely on repeat business. The company holds a contract with a major transportation logistics brokerage for hauling vehicles from auction sites to large dealerships. It and also serves other brokerages, banks needing transport for repossessed vehicles to auction houses and dealerships needing inventory moved to their lots. Demand is so consistent that the company routinely turns down work — a clear signal that a new owner looking to grow could do so simply by adding trucks and drivers. The current owners have chosen to keep the business at its present size, leaving meaningful upside on the table for a more growth-minded buyer. Operations run smoothly under the direction of an experienced dispatcher who manages all 

    $350,000
    Cash Flow: $108,961 
    Hempstead, TX  Agent: Katherine Quarfordt
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    Margarita Machine Leasing/Sales Providing Great Service for 20+ Years

    This frozen beverage solution company has established itself as a dominant regional player in the frozen beverage equipment sector over its 20-year history. Operating in the greater Houston area extending into Galveston including landmark locations, the company has successfully diversified its revenue streams across sales, rentals, leases, repairs, and proprietary mix sales. Its business model capitalizes on both commercial (bars, restaurants, clubs) and consumer (party/event) markets, providing resilience against economic fluctuations. The company's key value proposition is as a "one-stop shop," offering comprehensive services supported by in-house expertise. This vertically integrated approach, combined with a focus on low overhead and competitive pricing, has resulted in strong customer loyalty and recurring revenue, particularly from its commercial leases. The company's operational strengths are evident in its use of 

    $200,000
    Tomball, TX  Agent: Anita Charpiot
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    Well-Established Dentistry Practice in NW Houston

    A stable, well-established modern general dentistry practice located in a rapidly expanding Northwest Houston suburb is available for acquisition. The practice supports approximately 1,700 active patients with strong retention and predictable recall. Ideally positioned just off Highway 249, the office benefits from high traffic flow and easy access. Attractive and well maintained featuring digital radiography, intraoral imaging, CEREC scanning and updated operatories designed for efficient clinical workflow. The office environment is organized, clean, and optimized for both patient comfort and team productivity. A reliable, cross-trained staff is in place and expected to remain through the transition, ensuring continuity of care and smooth daily operations for the incoming owner. The clinical mix includes preventative, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry, with meaningful potential to add implants, clear aligners, endodontics, 

    $150,000
    Cash Flow: $77,920 
    Webster, TX  Agent: Anita Charpiot
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    Highly Reputable National Deli Franchise South of Houston

    Excellent opportunity to own a highly reputable, award-winning national deli franchise located in the heart of Clear Lake. Known for its premium meats, high-quality ingredients, and generous portions, this franchise consistently attracts a loyal customer base. Ranked among Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top 100 Fastest Growing Franchises, this established location has been serving the community for 16 years. Harness the processes and procedures of superior management team training and support that focuses on the success of its franchisees. Ideally positioned on a prime corner lot just minutes from Baybrook Mall, the deli is surrounded by dense residential developments, apartment communities, and thriving industrial and commercial businesses. Recent large-scale construction projects near the mall have completed, offering savvy buyers a unique chance to acquire this franchise at a discounted price. Buyer responsible for franchise 

    $149,000
    Cash Flow: $75,139 
    Katy, TX 
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    Merle Norman Studio $75 Cash Flow Inventory Incl. + Seller Financing

    Established Merle Norman Cosmetics Skincare Studio - Katy, Texas 50+ Year Business | Established Location | Loyal Customer Base | Inventory Included Seller Financing AvailableASKING PRICE: $149,000• Includes Approximately $44,000 of Inventory at Cost• Seller Financing Available to Qualified BuyersBusiness DescriptionA Rare Opportunity to Continue a 50-Year LegacyEstablished in 1975, this profitable, turnkey Merle Norman Cosmetics studio offers a qualified and motivated buyer the opportunity to build upon an established brand, loyal customer base and decades of goodwill.• 50+ Years of Business History – Serving generations of loyal customers since 1975.• Established & Proven Location – A tenant in a popular Katy lifestyle center since the center opened in 2007, with current earnings reflecting existing occupancy costs.• Assignable Lease Through January 2029 – 

    $150,000
    Cash Flow: $129,925 
    Texas  Agent: Marcia Bowron
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    Award-Winning Franchise Opportunity with Proven Success

    Join a renowned franchise with over 700 locations and 37 years of industry leadership. This streamlined operation, backed by robust corporate support, is a recipe for success. Specializing in authentic cheesesteaks, the franchise has expanded its menu to include a variety of wings, sides, and indulgent frozen treats like shakes and sundaes. Despite current revenues impacted by nearby interstate construction (set to become an 8-lane freeway), the area is poised for growth with a planned 2,033-acre master community featuring 4,000 new homes for 14,000 residents, a 35-acre commercial development with hotels, restaurants, retail, and entertainment, and new schools under construction. A 12-acre lagoon, the largest in Texas, will further elevate the area’s appeal. Currently operated absentee, this turnkey business offers significant potential for hands-on owners. Franchise terms include a 7% royalty fee and a $10,000 transfer fee, 

    Not Disclosed
    Texas 
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    Oilfield Rental Company in Permian Basin

    Oilfield rental company that serves the Permian Basin in West Texas and New Mexico. Company has been in business for over 16 years. The company specializes in renting man-lifts, forklifts, light towers, trash trailers and porta-johns. 35 MSA’s in place including some of the larger operators in the Permian. A focus on customer service is the strength of the company – excellent reputation for responsiveness and quick turnaround. Strong, experienced workforces. Extensive list of equipment owned by the company including over 100 light towers, over 100 porta-johns, 18 forklifts, 13 man-lifts, and several vehicles and trailers to move and service the rental equipment. Company owns a 3-acre yard with a new 1200SF office/shop that has just been constructed and equipped. Option for buyer to either buy or lease the property. Great opportunity to acquire an established platform to facilitate the expansion of services in one of the most 

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