How to find Staffing Agencies for Sale?

I'm wondering how to find small staffing agencies that are for sale, as I would rather buy one that is already up and running - from someone who has to leave the business (age/illness/family reasons) with 0-4 staff rather than start from scratch, but it doesn't seem to be the type of business that is easy to find For Sale listings on the Internet for. Other than networking the community, does anyone have any suggestions?

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Permalink Reply by Rebecca B. Sargeant on May 3, 2011 at 10:20am

Jason ~

I haven't found a place where agencies post their business for sale. With Recruiters on the net all day, it's bad for business when your internal staff finds out you are selling. Sorry to say ~ It is usually done through word of mouth.

With that said, I know of a couple boutiques looking to sell. If you are interested give me a call.

Rebecca

905-627-5060

P.S. you might find it cheaper to just set it up yourself.

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Permalink Reply by Derek Cornelius on August 17, 2011 at 12:34pm

Hi Rebecca, are you a broker? I am also interested in buying a staffing firm. My investors and I are looking to purchase a 25-50 employee IT staffing firm. We have purchased a few companies before; therefore, have experience with the process. We are looking to add to our portfolio. We are not interested in dealing with brokers though.

Rebecca B. Sargeant said:

Jason ~

I haven't found a place where agencies post their business for sale. With Recruiters on the net all day, it's bad for business when your internal staff finds out you are selling. Sorry to say ~ It is usually done through word of mouth.

With that said, I know of a couple boutiques looking to sell. If you are interested give me a call.

Rebecca

905-627-5060

P.S. you might find it cheaper to just set it up yourself.