Are brokers or listing sites better for finding CIMs?

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November 20, 2025

by a searcher from Johns Hopkins University in New York, NY, USA

Hi guys, How do you guys get access or come across cims? Do you just ask your broker or are there sites that just gives you cims? Sincerely, An Amateur Searcher
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from University of New Mexico in Jackson, WY, USA
Hi ^redacted‌ Congrats on diving into search. As ^redacted‌ alluded to, places like BizBuySell, Acquire, and Axial act as a clearinghouse for a range of diverse listings (from individual business brokers, sellers, investment banks, etc.). Some of these sites have CIMS readily available after formally registering with them and--depending on the listing--completing either a blanket NDA or one specific to a particular listing and business broker. This can provide a great opportunity for simply understanding a diverse range of opportunities and assist with developing a basic understanding of various industries, relevant metrics, typical sales multiples, etc. In essence, it can be a way to get your fingers on the pulse of the market. Alternatively, you can reach out to business brokers on an individual basis (either about specific listings or to inquire if they have any listings that meet your target criteria) and request an NDA in order to receive a CIM for a particular offering.
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from Cornell University in Los Angeles, CA, USA
Hi ^redacted‌ - Nice to meet you. I’m personally a fan of broker search not a proprietary search. The best marketplaces to find CIMs are BizBuySell, Flippa, Acquire, Empire Flippers, Axial, or BusinessBroker. We also issue SBA pre-qualification letters that show how much financing you can secure. This really gets your foot through the door especially with business brokers who want to see that you are a qualified buyer. We have a lot experience financing various companies via the SBA. If you ever need help talking through a deal, I am happy to help. We work with all the major SBA lenders. The bank pays us after your loan closes, so this is a 100% free service for you. You can email me directly at redacted or schedule a meeting with me: https://cal.com/francodeguzman/30min. Look forward to chatting!
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