Fees
Simple fees, paid only when you sell
Managed-sale success fees start at 15% and decline progressively as the sale price rises. Each rate applies only to the portion of the price inside its tier. You pay when the transaction closes.
Most sellers
Managed sale
We run the whole sale for you. For assets selling for $50,000 or more.
| First $500,000 | 15% |
|---|---|
| $500,000 to $1,000,000 | 10% |
| $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 | 7.5% |
| $5,000,000 to $10,000,000 | 5% |
| Above $10,000,000 | 3% |
Minimum commission $5,000.
Included
- Valuation and realistic pricing
- Financial normalization (SDE and add-backs)
- Listing preparation and the CIM
- Outreach to our buyer network
- Buyer qualification and proof of funds
- NDA and data-room management
- Offer negotiation
- Diligence coordination
- Escrow and transfer coordination
- Post-sale support
Do-it-yourself
Marketplace
You list and handle buyers yourself, with our verification and escrow process. Any size.
| First $250,000 | 10% |
|---|---|
| $250,000 to $1,000,000 | 8% |
| Above $1,000,000 | 6% |
No dedicated broker. An optional verification fee may apply.
Included
- Vetted listing on the marketplace
- Verification badges for what you prove
- Buyer inquiries sent to you
- Escrow.com closing process
Fee calculator
- Commission
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- Effective rate
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- You receive at closing
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- You receive later, if paid
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- Estimated total proceeds
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Examples
Managed-sale fees at different prices
| Sale price | Commission | Effective rate | Before escrow & other costs |
|---|---|---|---|
| $60,000 | $9,000 | 15% | $51,000 |
| $200,000 | $30,000 | 15% | $170,000 |
| $500,000 | $75,000 | 15% | $425,000 |
| $750,000 | $100,000 | 13.33% | $650,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $125,000 | 12.5% | $875,000 |
| $2,000,000 | $200,000 | 10% | $1,800,000 |
| $5,000,000 | $425,000 | 8.5% | $4,575,000 |
| $10,000,000 | $675,000 | 6.75% | $9,325,000 |
Fee basis
What the commission applies to
Commission is charged on
- Cash at closing
- Seller financing
- Assumed debt, where applicable
- Earn-outs, when actually paid
- Holdbacks, when released
- Non-compete or consulting payments that are really purchase price
- Liabilities the buyer pays that benefit the seller
Not charged on
- Inventory
- Normal working capital
- Genuine post-close employment pay
- Reimbursed expenses
- Escrow fees
- Legal fees
On contingent payments (earn-outs, seller notes, holdbacks) you pay the commission when you actually receive the money, not upfront.
Questions, answered
Frequently asked questions
Why marginal tiers instead of one rate?
So there are no cliffs. Each rate applies only to the part of the price inside its tier, so selling for a little more never costs you more in fees than you gained.
When do I pay?
When the transaction closes, out of the escrow payout. On earn-outs, seller notes and holdbacks, you pay when those amounts are paid to you.
Is there a listing fee?
No listing fee for managed sales. Marketplace listings may carry an optional verification fee, and any setup or valuation fee is credited toward your commission at closing.
What if my asset sells for under $50,000?
Assets under $50,000 use the marketplace plan. The managed plan starts at $50,000 with a $5,000 minimum commission.
Who pays for escrow?
Escrow.com charges its own fee, usually split between buyer and seller or agreed during negotiation. Enter your share in the calculator to see your net.
Are very large deals different?
Unusually large or complex transactions can be handled as a custom engagement. Talk to us before you list.