Business Brokers in Illinois
The Broker Index lists 22 M&A business brokers in Illinois, with listings concentrated in Chicago, Naperville, Barrington and Oak Brook. National networks like Empire Global Business Brokers and Independent are represented alongside independent firms. Every broker below has a profile page and is rated by clients on six parameters — separately by buyers and by sellers — using the same published methodology. Listings are free and cannot be bought; ratings come only from members.
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Transworld Business Advisors of St. Charles
St. Charles · Health Care & Fitness | Real Estate | Retail | Service Businesses

Lighthouse Business Brokers
Chicago · Real Estate | Service Businesses | Technology | Transportation & St…

Empire Global Business Brokers
Olympia Fields · Real Estate
Chicago · Financial Services | Real Estate | Restaurants & Food | Retail
Naperville · Construction | Manufacturing | Real Estate | Service Businesses | W…
Chicago · Manufacturing | Real Estate | Restaurants & Food | Retail | Service…
Palatine · Construction | Real Estate | Service Businesses | Wholesale & Distr…

Empire Global Business Brokers
Broadview · Education & Children | Real Estate | Restaurants & Food | Service B…

National Acquisitions & Investment Group LLC
Chicago · Automotive & Boat | Real Estate | Service Businesses
New Lenox · Health Care & Fitness | Manufacturing | Real Estate | Retail | Tran…
Barrington · Health Care & Fitness | Manufacturing | Real Estate | Service Busin…
Oak Brook · Automotive & Boat | Health Care & Fitness | Real Estate | Retail
Savoy · Construction | Financial Services | Manufacturing | Real Estate | W…

Business Broker Experts Inc.
Naperville · Construction | Manufacturing | Real Estate | Service Businesses

Transworld Business Advisors of Downers Grove
Oak Brook · Real Estate

Grand Business Brokers, LLC
Edwardsville · Construction | Manufacturing | Real Estate | Service Businesses | T…

Buy/Sell Business Brokers, Inc.
Elgin · Construction | Manufacturing | Real Estate | Restaurants & Food | S…
Springfield · Construction | Manufacturing | Real Estate | Retail | Technology
Evanston · Construction | Financial Services | Health Care & Fitness | Real Es…

Transworld Business Advisors of Schaumburg, IL
Wheaton · Manufacturing | Real Estate | Retail | Wholesale & Distributors
Chicago · Real Estate | Service Businesses
Barrington · Real Estate | Restaurants & Food | Retail | Service Businesses
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FAQ
How many business brokers are there in Illinois?
The Broker Index currently lists 22 business brokers operating in Illinois. Coverage grows as brokers and members request listings.
How do I check a broker's reputation in Illinois?
Look them up here for client ratings, ask for references from recently closed deals in your size range, and confirm relevant credentials (CBI, M&AMI) and any state license requirements. Our guide to vetting an M&A broker walks through the full checklist.
How much do business brokers charge in Illinois?
The same national patterns apply in Illinois: 8–12% success fees under $2M (10% typical), Double Lehman tiers above that, and $10k–$25k minimum fees. Full breakdown in our fee guide.
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