As the CEO of R& D Technology I worked very closely with Shane Fox as the appointed broker. The guidance, advice and experience shown from the start was exceptional.

Managing buyer enquiry and confidentiality was diligent and time consuming. Once we found the eventual buyer Shane was professional and concise which provided the buyer with confidence and clarity. It was evident that selling a large business like this takes experience. I would not hesitate in recommending Shane Fox and his great team at Merchant Business Brokers on a very successful sale.

Shane is one of the best brokers I have worked with. He was always honest and transparent throughout the whole process. I felt I was in good hands and he was a delight to work with. It’s not common that the buyer recommends the broker. But in this case, hands down I do. l Look forward to continuing to work with Shane. With thanks,

When the time came for us to move in a new direction, we engaged the services of Shane Fox of Merchant Business Brokers to sell our business of more than 15 years.

Shane always acted with our best interest in mind and exemplified his reputation as a leader Business Broker with his knowledge, calm demeanor and exceptional communication skills.

Close to the end of the sale process, Shane presented multiple offers, all of which we were happy to consider. He worked closely and effortlessly with both parties’ and their solicitors to negotiate and deliver a wonderful outcome for both ourselves and the purchaser.

Thank you to Shane and the team for your efforts and helping us achieve our goal. We have no hesitation in recommending Shane and the Merchant Team.

As a financier I have worked with Shane at Merchant on several transactions. Shane and his team are highly professional and have a strong understanding of the needs of financiers in helping clients to achieve their goals. They are always willing to help obtain additional information and work closely with both vendors and customers to achieve a great outcome.

After doing several unsuccessful sale presentations under our own steam, we were referred to Shane Fox at Merchant Business Brokers, and we were so glad we were.

From the very first conversation right through to settlement of our business it was such a relief to feel that we were in experienced and very capable hands. Shane created a well presented, thorough memorandum, handled the various enquiries – no matter how particular or demanding, with a calm professionalism and a clear step-wise approach which gave each party clarity and confidence.

He guided the complex requirements of the legal teams with careful encouragement. Any delay or obstacle was quickly navigated to a solution. We appreciated that Shane was able to avoid the need for lengthy negotiations and achieved for us a full price sale.

We thank you for working so closely with us and providing exceptional communication, and the opportunity that we can now move forward. We will be recommending your services to others wherever we can.

Shane Fox of Merchant Business Brokers must be commended for the professional manner and experience he demonstrated in transacting the business and property I recently purchased.

It was a pleasure to buy this business, having bought and sold businesses before the absence of stress due to Shane’s non-intrusive involvement was evident. Shane’s involvement promoted a cordial and frank relationship between buyer and seller, I was impressed by the process from start to finish. I will definitely stay in contact with Shane and will refer Merchant Business Brokers to anyone looking to buy or sell a business.

Outstanding Service and Expertise!

I recently dealt with Shane, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the level of service and professionalism provided. From our initial consultation to the finalization of the deal, Shane demonstrated a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to ensuring a smooth transaction.

Shane took the time to truly understand my needs and preferences, guiding me through every step of the process with clarity and patience. His knowledge of the market and negotiation skills were invaluable in securing a favourable outcome.

Throughout the entire experience, communication was prompt and transparent, and I always felt well-informed and supported. Shane’s dedication to his clients’ success is evident in their meticulous attention to detail and his ability to navigate complexities with ease.

I highly recommend Merchant Business Brokers to anyone looking to buy or sell a business. Their expertise, integrity, and personalized approach set them apart, making them a trusted partner in achieving your business goals.

Thank you Shane

We were thinking of selling our business for sometime and our accountant referred us to Shane Fox at Merchant Business Brokers to have a chat about the selling process.

We finally decided to sell and we were very happy with the process and the sale price.

Shane was great with marketing the business, managing many enquiries and negotiating a great sale for us.

We would recommend Shane and his team to any business owner looking to sell.

I just wanted to share to anyone looking to sell their business that I had a great experience dealing with Shane and his team at Merchant Business Brokers.

From our first meeting, through to the marketing, the communications, the management of the whole process, the advice and guidance was all very professional.

I would 100% recommend Shane and thank him for helping me sell my business.

Just a quick note to thank you so much for the time and effort you put in for the successful sale of our Swim Centre. I know how much time and effort you spent on the phone with the client, accountant and solicitor making the process so painless and simple for the buyer as possible. With being such a specialised business you secured a sale in a very short time frame.

I appreciate your constant personal service and contact even after hours and would highly recommend anyone that is looking for a reputable broker with outstanding service to utilise Merchant Business Brokers.

I’ve purchased a few businesses and sold a business with the exceptional support of Shane Fox.

Through each business transaction Shane was courteous and professional. Shane is always communicative and, combined with his problem-solving attitude, ensured smooth and as stress free transactions as possible.

Should you be buying or selling I’ve no hesitation in highly recommending Shane Fox as someone who will get fair and sound results for all concerned.

I had been searching for a larger scale business for over a year and found a listing with Merchant Business Brokers.

Shane was able to navigate the intricacies between furnacing enough information to satisfy our requirements without compromising the company’s competitive advantage or confidential information.

Shane was courteous and professional in managing expectations and the process.

The business advertised matched and even exceeded my expectations.

I have already referred other contacts to Shane and know they will be in good hands.

Happy business seller…Yes I couldn’t be happier with Merchant Business Brokers whom have just finalised the sale of my business and property.

Being able to sell both the business and the property at the one time was really convenient, all handled professionally by the one company.

Thank you to Shane Fox and Ian Jones for their guidance and expert knowledge of the selling process.

I shopped around before finding the right broker. Merchant Brokers came highly recommended to me.

What an experience!

Shane Fox was extremely professional and supportive in the entire process of selling my business.

He was dealing with my emotions in such a delicate manner, my emotions were all over the place, as it is never an easy decision to sell something you are so attached to.

My business was such a part of me, letting go and finding another individual with similar ethics & values was the hard part.

Shane did it though, he found the right person to take my place.

So making the decision to step aside made it so much easier. His guidance & advice all along the way was invaluable.

I could not have made the leap of faith without him. A level of trust was so important to me & I am so grateful for that too.

I can highly recommend Shane & have to others that are thinking of making such a decision

We can thoroughly recommend Shane and the team at Merchant Business Brokers.

They have been extremely thorough and professional from the first contact. They understand the process and protect business owners from unnecessary interruptions and tyre kickers.
Their contact with both seller and buyer is exceptional.

Shane’s knowledge of the steps in the process and information that needs to be presented to potential buyers helped us achieve quality interest and ultimately a great sale.

If you are thinking of selling your business look no further as there is no better business out there to help you achieve the best result.

We had the pleasure of working with Shane Fox and his team throughout the process of buying the business.

We found the business was easy to find online, the information accurate and well presented. Shane arranged a meet and great with the owners and was always available when we needed.

I have to say the process was easy and enjoyable and if anyone was selling or in our case buying a business, I would not hesitate in recommending Shane and his team from Merchant Business Brokers.

Thank you!

We were referred to Shane Fox at Merchant Business Brokers through our accountant. From our very first meeting right through to the successful sale of our business we always felt like he had our best interests at heart, was always communicating and working towards finding the most qualified and suitable buyers.

We have seen first hand how tough selling a business can be along with the determination and experience a broker must have. His experience and knowledge was very comforting.
We have sold the Business and look forward to retirement.

We will definitely refer anyone wanting to sell their business to Shane and his amazing team at Merchant Business Brokers.

We just wanted to thank Shane Fox at Merchant Business Brokers Newcastle for helping us acquire our second childcare centre.

The process took time, energy and Shane’s understanding and experience of what is required to get a childcare centre sold – especially through the Covid19 period.

We know the vendor was very happy with the result and the process as we were, and now look forward to building another great childcare centre.

We would highly recommend Shane to anyone wanting to sell or buy a childcare centre.

As an owner of a Long Day Care Centre we had built our business on reputation, quality of service and consistency.

When I was referred to Shane Fox at Merchant Business Brokers to sell my business I felt comfortable and realised he also had the same values.

He was honest and communicated the process and always supportive. He was diligent when working with buyers.

We could have lost the eventual buyer through a very tough Covid-19 period but Shane was consistent, removing the emotion and quickly had the sale back on track and at full asking price. My husband and I look forward to retirement and thank Shane and his team for a great result.

Merchant Business Brokers are great! We were so lucky to be recommended to them because Ian & Shane have connections with so many other business operators and found just the one that we needed in a couple of weeks.

Someone who was reluctant to even look initially, but thanks to Shane’s persistence, the purchaser fell in love with our property and within days was ready to sign.

These blokes know what they are doing and it has become clear to me that you need a broker with the contacts and expertise to bring a sale to fruition and Ian & Shane have it in spades. They didn’t simply take our details and let it set, they actively found us a buyer. We are so grateful for their help and friendship and after 37 years of running Buttai Barn, we can at long last take a break.

Thanks fellas for making our dream of retirement and reality.

I have just sold my second business through Shane Fox at Merchant Business Brokers. I consider him to be a very thoughtful and professional business broker but also a person I could just catch up with.

We know how tough the market has been recently, but he never gave up trying to sell our business and kept reassuring us that he would get the job done.

We really appreciate the time, effort and care taken and now look forward to an exciting next chapter.

If anyone is looking to sell their business I would definitely recommend they contact Shane who is not only the most experienced broker we know but also a great person to deal with.

I can truly appreciate what goes into the sale of a business after working with Shane Fox from Merchant Business Brokers.

He included me in the process of preparing the business for sale, provided comprehensive marketing and then demonstrated ongoing commitment working with buyers, attending inspections and negotiated with a few buyers and delivering a qualified and very suitable buyer.

I am so pleased with the sale price and now look forward to more travel and family time.

Thanks Shane and I will be seeing you again one day.

From the appraisal of my business right through to the sale at full asking price, Shane Fox has been very consistent and very professional.

The team at Merchant Business Brokers provided high level marketing to attract buyers which resulted in two buyers for me to choose from.

We have now sold both of my businesses and I am ready to have a long awaited holiday and contemplate semi-retirement.

A brilliant result and I would definitely recommend Shane Fox and Merchant Business Brokers – thank you!

I recently purchased two supermarkets through Shane Fox from Merchant Business Brokers – Newcastle and I could not be happier with his service which went well beyond what I expected.

He made sure that my business plan and application to the landlord was professional and he kept communicating between all parties right through the process.

Now I am excited for my family and my future and would recommend Shane and his team

Dear Shane and the team at Merchant Business Brokers.

I wanted to say a huge thank you for the sale of my business. I was surprised and impressed when Shane sold the business for more than I was willing to take and in a very short time.

He also gained the trust and confidence of the buyer who I think will do very well and is a great match. We now look forward to retirement and travel.

Thank you again so much for a job very well done.

I have known Shane for many years and when it came time to sell Newcastle’s Pudding Lady I didn’t hesitate to call Shane and draw upon his experience to manage the sale of my business and property.

I have to say between Shane and his team at Merchant Business Brokers we were impressed.

The quality and depth of marketing worked immediately with the successful and most suitable buyer coming from QLD. Our buyer also commented on the professionalism of the Merchant team and their willingness to work through Shane as the broker.

The business sold in a very short time.

Shane achieved the full asking price for both the business and my commercial property, which is now a great way for me to retire.

I would highly recommend Shane and the depth of experience he brings to ensure a great result. Thank you!

I wanted to provide some feedback about the entire process of purchasing the iconic Newcastle Pudding Lady, and say thank you for the service you provided.

As the Managing Partner of Snelleman Tom Consulting Accountants, I regularly become involved in mergers and acquisitions. But the sad reality is, business brokers are often more interested in getting a transaction done quickly (and thus earning a commission), rather than making sure that the business information is presented properly, and that the transaction results in a viable business after the sale.

Shane, thank you for the depth of quality information and the professional courtesy you showed throughout the process. I would definitely like to do business again and hope that more of my clients can use the service that you the Merchant Business Broker Team provide.

Thank you and we will be in touch again!