“There’s a lot of confidence returning,” says Wim Janssen Director for LINK Business’s Sunshine Coast and North Queensland offices. “Listings are up, enquiries are strong, and the next six months look busy.”
For sellers, this is an encouraging environment. Investors are actively searching for well-run, profitable businesses, and they are prepared to move when they find the right one. Sellers who achieve the best results are those who prepare early. This includes ensuring their financial records are clear and up-to-date, understanding the strengths of their business, and being ready to answer buyer questions with efficiency and accuracy. This preparation builds trust and allows a deal to move forward smoothly.
For buyers, the current market offers a broad choice of opportunities. High-quality listings are coming to market, but competition is strong.
“Good businesses sell quickly. If you find one that suits your goals, act on it, and fast.”
Buyers who know what they are looking for and have finance arranged are in the strongest position to move when the right opportunity presents itself.
This renewed energy and momentum follows a year where uncertainty led many to delay major decisions. Now, with interest rates stabilising and consumer spending holding steady in key sectors, confidence is returning. The start of a new financial year has also brought a natural reset, encouraging owners to plan their next move and inspiring buyers to act.
As momentum for the new financial year builds, now is the time to prepare and act, taking advantage of the opportunities that will grow as the pace continues to increase. Sellers benefit from a market where buyer interest is high, and buyers can take advantage of the increased number of quality businesses for sale. But success, whether buying or selling, comes down to preparation and decisiveness.
Those who are ready to act—supported by clear information, finance in place, and a clear plan—will be best placed to secure the opportunities this market is offering.
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