PrivSource Deal Network

Lower middle market businesses for sale

Find acquisition opportunities across the US and Canada. Review business descriptions, available financials, and deal sources in a network built for qualified buyers.

Apply for buy-side access

Free to apply. Buyer approval required. No PrivSource success fee.

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Know what you can find

Market: Lower middle market companies in the US and Canada
Transactions: Primarily majority and full buyouts; some minority investments
Sources: Sell-side members, selected public listings, and partner firms
Access: Application review, then deal access based on your membership

Coverage varies by industry and deal availability. Not every opportunity is exclusive or off-market.

Screen a business before you contact the source

A listing can include the details below. Availability depends on the source and deal stage; private details can require further approval.

Business and market

Review the business description, industry, location, and transaction type against your acquisition criteria.

Financial information

Use available revenue, EBITDA, and asking-price information to check size and fit. Verify financials during your own due diligence.

Deal source and next steps

Contact the representing advisor or follow an external listing to its original source. Document and contact access vary by deal and membership.

Buyer requirements

Built for buyers with a defined acquisition plan

Private equity firms, family offices, search funds, independent sponsors, corporate acquisition teams, and qualified individual investors can apply.

Prepare your professional contact details, company or profile website, acquisition background, target industries and locations, financial range, and source-of-funds information.

PrivSource reviews buyer identity, experience, firm fit, and capital information. Applying does not guarantee approval or access to a particular business.

Read the full buy-side access requirements

Check the fit before you apply

Use PrivSource to source businesses offered for acquisition and connect with deal sources. It is a self-directed platform, not a broker acting for you.

If you want public stock investments, guaranteed financing, or a complete directory of every business for sale, this service does not provide those things.

Understand access costs

There is no application fee. Approved buyers can start with a free preview. Paid memberships add broader access and features; PrivSource does not charge success fees.

Compare current membership plans

From application to deal review

1
Apply as a buyer

Tell us about your firm, acquisition plans, and capital. PrivSource usually follows up within one business day after submission.
2
Set your acquisition criteria

After approval, follow the account setup steps and set your target industries, locations, and financial ranges.
3
Review opportunities and contact sources

Check each deal against your criteria. Use the available contact route to confirm availability, request information, and discuss the seller's process.

Questions about buying a business

Are these off-market businesses for sale?

PrivSource combines opportunities shared by sell-side members with selected listings from public marketplaces and partner firms. Some opportunities are privately shared, but not every business is off-market or exclusive to PrivSource.

Can I browse companies for sale without an account?

This page explains coverage and access. PrivSource reviews buy-side applications before buyers can access the Deal Network. Available deal details and contact options depend on your account access and what the seller shares.

Who can apply to buy a business?

Private equity firms, family offices, search funds, independent sponsors, corporate acquisition teams, holding companies, M&A advisory groups, and qualified individual investors can apply. Approval depends on the application review.

How do I contact a seller?

After approval, review the opportunity and use the contact option available for that deal. Some deals connect you with the representing advisor; external listings direct you to the original source. Contact access depends on your membership. A seller may require an NDA before sharing further information.

Does PrivSource charge a success fee?

PrivSource does not charge a success fee. There is no application fee. Approved buyers can start with a free preview, while paid memberships provide broader access and features. Check the pricing page for current plans.

Find your next acquisition opportunity

Tell us what you want to acquire. Start with a free application for buy-side access.