Sunbelt Business Brokers

$SBBNF500 #501
CategoryBusiness Services
SubcategoryBusiness Brokerages
ParentMarathon Management Services II, LLC
Founded2005
Completeness28/34 (82%)
Years in Business20
Began FranchisingFebruary 2006
HQIndependence, OH
Executives2
LinksWeb
Main Phone(877) 392-6278
FDD IssuedSeptember 30, 2023
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
FDDs2024 · 2021 🔒
Franchisor

Sunbelt Business Brokers franchises the right to operate a business brokerage that provides services for buying and selling main street and middle market businesses.

Sunbelt Business Brokers is a wholly owned subsidiary of SB Administrative Services, Inc., which is owned by Marathon Management Services, LLC. Key executives include President Brian Knoderer and CEO Ben Davies.

Sunbelt Business Brokers franchises the right to operate a business brokerage that provides services for buying and selling main street and middle market businesses.

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FranDeals Score
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Fees & Investment
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Financial Strength & Stability
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Unit Count & Growth
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Outlet Trajectory
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Executive Team
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Franchisee Roster
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Litigation & Disclosures
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