Market Reports: State-by-State Business Acquisition Guides
Welcome to Search Assistant’s comprehensive collection of market reports and business acquisition guides. Our team analyzes thousands of business listings, SBA lending data, and market trends to provide you with the most accurate and actionable insights for buying businesses across different states.
Why Market Reports Matter
When buying a business, understanding the local market dynamics is crucial for success. Our market reports provide:
- Market Size & Opportunity: Current inventory of businesses for sale
- Deal Size Analysis: Revenue and earnings distributions
- Industry Breakdown: Which sectors are most active
- Geographic Insights: Where deals are concentrated
- SBA Lending Landscape: Top lenders and financing options
- Regulatory Environment: State-specific considerations
Available Market Reports
Florida Business Market Guide
Complete 2025 Market Guide - Florida entrepreneurs have access to over 6,000 active business opportunities currently on the market, representing millions in combined enterprise value. Based on Search Assistant’s analysis of more than 11,000 listings tracked across Florida in 2025, the Sunshine State offers one of the nation’s most robust and diverse business acquisition markets.
Key Highlights:
- 6,000+ active businesses for sale
- $1.1 trillion state economy
- 70+ active SBA lenders
- 24.8% food & beverage market share
- 42.2% South Florida market concentration
Read the Complete Florida Guide →
What’s Coming Soon
We’re continuously expanding our market coverage. Upcoming reports include:
- Texas Business Market Guide - The Lone Star State’s diverse economy
- California Business Acquisition Guide - Tech and innovation hub opportunities
- New York Market Analysis - Northeast business opportunities
- Arizona Business Guide - Southwest market insights
How to Use These Reports
- Start with the general acquisition guide for your target state
- Review market statistics to understand deal sizes and industries
- Identify your preferred geographic areas and industries
- Research SBA lenders mentioned in the reports
Data Sources & Methodology
Our market reports are based on:
- Search Assistant’s Database: 60,000+ listings from 5,000+ brokers
- SBA Lending Data: Official SBA loan approval records
- Market Research: Industry reports and economic indicators
- Expert Analysis: Insights from business acquisition professionals
Ready to start your business acquisition journey? Choose a market report above to begin your research, or start pursuing live deals in your market today with Search Assistant .