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You are an expert on your business.

We are experts on the process of selling a business.

When it comes time to sell, as an owner, you need deal & market expertise, process knowledge, and a network.

We are experts in valuation, optimizing a business for sale, buyer identification and qualification, negotiation, deal structuring, and closing.

When the time is right for you, we will be proud to partner and get your fair deal done.

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About Us -

We work as a team to get fair deals done for business owners in the Pacific Northwest (and beyond!).

100% confidential, always. We proudly represent businesses with revenue of $2M – $30M across many industries. 

Expect market knowledge, transaction & process expertise, and results.

How can we help -

Business advisory, exit planning, and valuation expertise.

Regardless of whether you’re planning to sell your business in the next 12 months or if you’re 2 – 5 years away, savvy business owners plan ahead and take steps to dramatically increase their net in an eventual sale.

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Why Owners Choose Washington Business Brokers

Confidentiality

Every Business Broker at WBB knows that confidentiality is the #1 concern to business owners.

No Upfront Fees

Our fee is 100% performance based.

Systems, Teamwork & Track Record

Established processes for valuing, marketing, and negotiating ensure a positive experience for both seller and buyer.

Results

We value long-lasting relationships and treat clients like family. You will feel like you’re our only client.

Certified Advisors

We possess CPA, CBI, and CBA certifications, and/or MBA degrees.

Owner Mindset

Like you, we’re business owners too.

Network

We tap into our network of 3,000+ buyers (including investment groups, owner/operators, and PE shops) and our relationships with deal attorneys, SBA lenders, and other CPAs on your behalf.

Selling your Business in 3 Steps

We welcome the opportunity to connect with any business owner on a preliminary value for their business, regardless of their timeline to sell. 

Owners come away from these conversations with answers to their questions, insight into how the business will be perceived by buyers / lenders, and actionable steps to increase value. There is never a fee for an initial consult.

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Preparation & Valuation

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Marketing & Negotiations

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Work to a Successful Close

Recent Transactions

Client Testimonials

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Dimona Levari
July 15, 2026
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Ryan Hemmert helped us sell our landscaping company and I have nothing but praise for him. He guided us through the whole process and was always available to answer questions or deal with issues that came up. He has integrity and care for his clients and conducts himself and his business with very high standards. He made all the difference in the world and I wish for all sellers to have the same kind of experience!
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Kevin Warren
June 28, 2026
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I had the pleasure of working with Ryan at Washington Business Brokers over the course of nearly a year on a unique and complex sale that took longer than initially anticipated. Despite the challenges and the deal’s roller coaster nature, Ryan consistently demonstrated professionalism, clear communication, and a strong sense of dedication throughout the entire process. His ability to stay responsive and timely, even during the most difficult stages of the transaction, played a key role in successfully completing the deal with the buyer. I highly recommend Ryan to anyone looking to sell or purchase a business. His expertise and commitment to client success make him an invaluable asset in any transaction.
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Owen Nieberg
February 4, 2026
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Ryan is simply the best! We have worked on a couple of deals this past year. I have spoken with other brokers and Ryan definately stands out as the smartest, most knowledgable, and deeply ethical brokers that I have met. If you are selling a business in Washington state, there really is no other broker who comes close to Ryan. I HIGHLY recommend him!
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Isaac Oczkewicz
November 7, 2025
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We used Washington Business Brokers' services to value our business for estate purposes several years ago, and more recently to value a prospective acquisition. In both circumstances Ryan and his team were an absolute pleasure to work with. Every step of the way was handled with professionalism and a high level of customer service. In addition to handling our transactions, Ryan has referred me to to other individuals to work with who have a similar emphasis on customer service as Wa Business Brokers. I highly recommend them for valuation and business transactional services to anyone. They will be my first choice for any future needs I may have.
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T Harvey
May 14, 2025
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I worked with Ryan Hemmert at Washington Business Brokers to sell my business, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. Ryan was professional, communicative, and steady throughout the entire process. I appreciated him acquiring and sifting through the large number of interested parties and his help honing in on a buyer that ended up being a truly great fit. He stayed focused on the goal of getting the deal closed, and his guidance made a complex transaction feel manageable. I really appreciated his responsiveness, strategic thinking, and follow-through. If you're considering selling your business, I highly recommend Ryan and the team at Washington Business Brokers to handle the sale.
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Julie Ritter
September 17, 2024
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Ryan was recommended to assist in the sale of my business. He and his team are extremely knowledgeable and forthright in communications. Highly recommend! I had interviewed other firms but Ryan appeared to be the best option and his results confirmed my decision!
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Lisa Keller
November 15, 2023
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I would highly recommend Ryan and Washington Business Brokers. Ryan was knowledgeable and well-versed in all aspects of the sales process.
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Katie Stansberry
November 13, 2023
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Ryan was the seller’s broker for the business we purchased, but we often felt like he was ours! His quick communication, commitment to making everything honest and transparent, and help at every step along the way made the whole process seamless for us. When we ran into an issue with financing, Ryan was quick to help us find a solution and was our go-to phone call anytime we needed anything. 5 stars all the way!
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Anthony John Rigney
October 18, 2023
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I am a business broker in Florida and I have gotten to know Ryan though our trade associations. I have found Ryan to be one of the best informed and most concientious leaders in our Industry. I don't give out praise like this very often. If you are a business owner in the Washinton area, you are in good hands with Ryan.
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Mike Bell
February 28, 2023
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After consulting with Ryan on selling our business, we're confident he knows his stuff and would serve as a strong advocate. Great communicator, sharp as a tack, and a consummate professional. Would recommend without hesitation.
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William Petz
February 27, 2023
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STOP LOOKING... As a CEO of a small business, I have strong opinions on people and how things should be done. If you're looking for someone that is knowledgeable, responsive, and takes the time to explain everything so you can make the right decision, he's your guy. He helped evaluate my business, provided guidance in options for the business’s future, as well as helped lead challenging calls with potential investors. This was all done while keeping his hours to a minimum. The value was different there!
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Pietro Barone
November 14, 2022
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Ryan has been extremely helpful in several business transactions for us. I can’t recommend him enough! He is very knowledgeable and professional and we plan to continue to work with him in the future.
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Taylor Ernster
November 3, 2022
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Ryan did a great job of analyzing our financial information and deriving a valuation based upon other like deals in our niche. We use his information to prepare us for M & A talks with a large, global company and it was extremely insightful.
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MacPherson Worobec
January 5, 2022
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Ryan is a fantastic resource! My partner and I found Ryan when we were looking to purchase a couple of businesses. Ryan steadily combed through the docs with us, educating us on how to review businesses for sale. He pointed out a few critical elements that we would never have caught ourselves! Ryan was thorough and methodical, but also very patient and respectful. I never felt like he was condescending or demeaning, which is important to me as a woman in business. We learned so much! And afterwards, we felt empowered and confident in making an informed business decision. Ryan will be the first person we go to with any business or financial review queries we have in the future, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for the same!
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Charlie Naubert
November 16, 2021
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I was recommended to Ryan and Washington Business Brokers through a mutual business connection. From the very beginning, Ryan has been nothing but helpful and honest. He provides a very clear and easy to understand valuation. I would 100% recommend WBB and Ryan to any small business owner!
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Johnny Wow
November 7, 2021
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I worked with Ryan to conduct a business valuation of one of the companies I am partnered with. He was very detailed in explaining his process and diligently walked me through the results of his research. Ryan was great at setting realistic expectations from the beginning and always responded to any correspondence in a timely manner. I would definitely hire him again should the need a rise and would highly recommend anyone looking for business valuation consider working with Washington Business Brokers.
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John Wells
November 3, 2021
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Ryan was extremely knowledgable and helpful as a consultant to my business. I will absolutely be working with him again soon!
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Joshua Mendelssohn
October 1, 2021
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Ryan was awesome! Incredibly knowledgeable. His analysis was thorough, finding an incredible number of comparable transactions. He also looped in individuals familiar with transactions in our specific vertical. Overall, working with Ryan was an excellent experience.
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Bart McKay
September 24, 2021
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Ryan proved to be an extremely knowledgeable, responsive and on-point resource in preparing my small business for sale and in navigating key aspects of the sale process. And always a pleasure to deal with personally. I'm so glad I found my way to him.
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Jeff Myers
September 24, 2021
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Ryan was a pleasure to work with. His ability to interpret our financials and gain an understanding of our operation was extremely impressive as we work in a somewhat abstract industry. He was also able to concisely communicate his thoughts and rationale for the decisions and assumptions made. I would certainly recommend his services and hopefully we will cross paths again in the future.
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Eijiro Kaga
August 17, 2021
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Ryan helped us on a recent valuation for a family business. Was very insightful and thorough with his valuation. Knowledgable, great communication and easy to work with. Would recommend working with Ryan.
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Greg Archbald
July 26, 2021
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Ryan was brought on for a small project in which he was hired to offer his expertise for a potential acquisition. Not only was Ryan able to provide comps for similar deals and help put together a range of possible valuations backed by data, he was also able to apply his unique experience which was very helpful in giving us perspective on whether we should move forward with the deal or not. Ryan is very easy to work with, maintains a sense of urgency, and is super professional – that said, we very much look forward to working with him again in the future.
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Bill Cooper
February 3, 2021
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My partner and I had been thinking about selling for two years when COVID hit. Although our business was minimally impacted, we weren't sure what to expect and a bit anxious about the state of the market. Ryan was referred by a friend and patiently walked us through the selling process and where deals can go south. He encouraged us to focus on operating the business while he attended to the valuation, marketing package, and buyer qualification. Less than 5 months later we had three qualified buyers and LOI's. Working with Ryan has been energizing and helped us stay on track through this process - he knows his craft. Strongly recommend him to other owners considering a new chapter.

Wright Way Cleaning and Restoration

Case Study

Ryan was outstanding in helping sell my business, Wright Way Cleaning & Restoration, in Lynnwood, WA. In business for 15+ years, I had worked to build it to a size where I could benefit from selling it to a new owner. Ryan was one of four advisors / firms that I interviewed. I’m happy to say that he helped my wife and I successfully sell the business to a fantastic buyer. After working with Ryan for 6 months, I would emphasize the following advantages about partnering with him and Washington Business Brokers:

Enthusiasm, zeal, flexibility

He brought a level of raw energy and adaptability to move the process forward at key points. He answers his phone, day, and night, and was always responsive.

Quality of marketing effort & deliverables

Ryan produced compelling visuals and video that were used to market my business; these marketing materials helped attract buyers and, I believe, helped me obtain a higher price for the business than I thought possible

Process knowledge throughout transaction

He uses his background and experience as a CPA in preparing the valuation, confidently negotiating with buyers, and to navigate through issues as they arise

Did what he said

Ryan is detail oriented, organized, and follows through on promises

Persistence and perseverance

His tenacity was beneficial in keeping the process and stakeholders (including me) moving

Why choose us -

We provide business broker and advisory services to small to mid-size Pacific Northwest businesses.

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