I’m Jeremy Grant, a business broker with NewLeaf Brokerage and the founder of Main Street Carolinas.

Before becoming a broker, I spent more than a decade helping companies grow, from national brands to local service businesses and multi-location operators across the Carolinas.

I’m also an entrepreneur myself. I’ve built a six-figure content business, advised small business owners, and spent time as an acquisition searcher evaluating businesses from the buyer’s side of the table.

That experience helps me look beyond the financial statements. I want to understand the full story of your business: what makes it valuable, what buyers may care about, and what could make the company more transferable before going to market.

If you’re thinking about selling now or simply want to understand what your business may be worth, the first step is a confidential conversation.

A Bit About Me

How It Works

Selling a business can feel like a black box.

Here's exactly what happens from your first call to the day you hand over the keys.

Step 1: We Talk Confidentially

You share a little about your business, your goals, and what has you thinking about a sale.

This is private, low-pressure, and simply meant to help us understand where you are.

Step 2: We Look at the Business

If it makes sense to keep talking, we review the basics: revenue, profitability, owner involvement, team, operations, assets, customer base, and what a buyer may want to understand.

Step 3: You Get a Clear Next Step

From there, we talk through what your business may be worth, whether now is a good time to sell, and what could make the business more attractive before going to market.

Step 4: If It’s a Fit, We Prepare for Market

If you decide to move forward, we help prepare the business, market it confidentially, screen buyers, manage questions, and support the process through diligence and closing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to sell my business with Main Street Carolinas?

We work on a success fee, paid only when your business sells.

There's no upfront cost to talk to us, get a valuation, or list your business.

Will my employees or customers find out I'm selling?

Not unless you want them to.

We market your business confidentially, and every potential buyer signs a non-disclosure agreement before seeing any identifying details.

How long does it take to sell a business

Most Main Street deals take six to twelve months from listing to closing, depending on the business, the price, and how quickly the right buyer shows up.

What information do you need to get started?

To start, we just need a conversation.

If you decide to move forward, we'll ask for a few years of financial statements, a list of equipment and assets, and basic information about your operations and team.

Do my financials need to be perfect before I talk to you?

No. Most owners' books need some cleanup before going to market, and that's normal.

Part of what we do is help you understand what buyers and lenders will want to see.

What size businesses do you work with

We work with owner-operated businesses generating under $5 million in annual revenue, across nearly any industry: restaurants, retail, home services, professional services, franchises, and more.

If you're not sure whether your business fits, the quickest way to find out is a short conversation.

What areas do you serve?

We're based in North Carolina and work with sellers throughout North and South Carolina, including the Charlotte region, Winston-Salem, and the Piedmont Triad.

Worth Reading Before You Do Anything Else

What Is My Business Actually Worth?

A straightforward guide to valuation before you talk to anyone.

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How to Prepare Your Financials for Due Diligence

The paperwork that makes or breaks a deal, and how to get ahead of it.

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What to Expect From LOI to Close

Getting a letter of intent feels like the finish line. It's actually mile 18.

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