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Every week we talk with Utah owners thinking about selling — in Salt Lake City, Provo, Lehi, Ogden, and everywhere in between. The same questions come up in almost every first conversation, so here are straight answers to the ten we hear most. How much does it cost to hire a business broker in Utah? Most Utah business brokers work on a success fee — a percentage of the sale price paid at closing. At Zion Business Brokers there are no upfront fees: if your business doesn't sel

BizBuySell's Q2 2026 Insight Report is out, and it tells a clear story: the business-for-sale market has entered a more selective phase. Nationally, 2,117 businesses changed hands in the quarter — down about 10% year-over-year — yet valuations barely moved. Here's what the numbers mean if you're thinking about selling a business in Utah. The national numbers at a glance Median sale price: $349,250 — down just 1% from a year ago Average cash flow multiple: 2.7x — actually up 2

What Utah construction and trades businesses sell for, what buyers pay a premium for, and the financial issues that kill deals.