Succession

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Where great businesses find their next chapter.

Buy or sell your business on South Africa's trusted marketplace for SMEs.

Find your next business opportunity.

Every business listing gets a Succession Score.

82/ 100
The Succession Score

What is a Succession Score?

Every business listed on Succession is scored out of 100. This score represents the succession readiness of the listing. A metric for both buyers and sellers to give an indication on a great, ready to sell business.

Succession Score drivers

Financial QualityMargin & growth
Revenue QualityRecurring & diversified
Owner & ManagementRuns without you
Market Position & GrowthCompetitive edge
Operational MaturitySystems & processes
Deal ReadinessDocuments on file
How It Works

From listing to legacy.

Seller comparing business listing packages to choose the right one
1

Choose a Package

Pick the package that suits you, as a business broker or an owner listing your business.

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2

List Your Business

Create your listing in minutes.

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3

Attract Interested Buyers

We connect you with serious, genuinely interested buyers.

Seller and buyer shaking hands to close the deal in a warehouse
4

Secure a Successful Sale

Close the deal and start your next chapter.

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Know Your Value

Know what your business could be worth.

Get an indicative valuation and discover what could increase the value of your business.

Value My Business
Free• Reviewed by our team• Takes about 5 minutes
Why Succession?

Built for serious sellers and serious buyers.

Succession Score

Every listing gets an automatic Succession Score. Reviewed listings can also earn a Verified badge.

Trusted Network

Access a network of serious buyers and verified businesses.

Market Insights

Data-driven insights to help you make informed decisions.