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James Shin

Managing Broker at First Choice Business Brokers Seattle Metro

Seattle, WA Website (206) 590-1792
Current deals $2.6M–$5.3MUpdated October 2026
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About

James Shin is the managing broker at First Choice Business Brokers Seattle Metro. He advises owners on strategy, valuation, marketing, negotiation, and closing to maximize sale proceeds. He also helps buyers find and acquire the right business for their goals. He holds 11 of the office's listings. His experience spans more than 25 years of building, buying, selling, and consulting on business transactions. That work has covered many industries and markets. He holds an MBA and the Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) designation. He holds a Washington managing broker license and a California real estate license.

Who is a good fit for James Shin

  • Owners in the Seattle area who want a valuation-led sale process from a Certified Business Intermediary.
  • Buyers looking for a Washington or California business with a licensed managing broker on the other side.
  • Sellers who want one broker to handle strategy, marketing, negotiation, and closing.

Active listings (3)

Asking prices from $2.6M to $5.3M.

Frequently Asked Questions

James Shin holds an MBA and the Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) designation. He is a licensed managing broker in Washington and holds a California real estate license. He has more than 25 years of experience in business transactions.

James Shin provides strategic advice, a valuation, marketing, negotiation, and closing services. His aim is to maximize the proceeds an owner takes from the sale. He has built, bought, sold, and consulted on businesses across many industries and markets for over 25 years.

Yes. James Shin helps buyers find and acquire a business that fits their needs and goals. He draws on experience on both sides of transactions in various industries. He currently holds 11 listings at the Seattle office.

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