Tangent Brokerage
Business Brokerage · Updated October 2026
Current deals $1M–$13.5M
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About Tangent Brokerage
At Tangent Brokerage, Charles Howard leads the business as President and Owner. He founded the firm after working in public accounting at Touche Ross. Howard also established and sold businesses in manufacturing and distribution. Tangent Brokerage reports 200+ deals and $100 million in deals. The firm serves business owners and buyers from Glen Ellyn, Illinois. Its industry focus includes construction, home services, manufacturing, automotive services, and food businesses. Seller engagements combine discreet marketing, buyer screening, negotiation support, and due diligence management. Buyers receive market analysis, industry insights, and personalized acquisition strategies.
Who is a good fit for Tangent Brokerage
- Owners of construction and home service businesses in Illinois planning an exit.
- Buyers seeking manufacturing and industrial companies with acquisition strategy and due diligence support.
- Owners of automotive service businesses seeking valuation and discreet sale marketing.
- Buyers pursuing restaurant and food businesses who need market analysis and negotiation support.
Service areas
IllinoisIndianaWisconsin
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Businesses for sale from Tangent Brokerage
Frequently Asked Questions
Tangent Brokerage serves construction, home services, manufacturing, automotive services, and restaurant and food businesses. The firm also covers medical device manufacturers, medical product companies, and printing and promotional product businesses.
Tangent Brokerage combines discreet marketing with buyer screening, matching, and introductions. The firm supports negotiations and manages due diligence. Tangent Brokerage also helps owners plan their exits.
Tangent Brokerage examines add backs and seller profits to clarify the financial benefits of ownership. The firm reports 900 Businesses Valued and offers valuations.
Tangent Brokerage develops personalized acquisition strategies using market analysis and industry insights. The firm also maintains relationships with SBA lenders to help simplify buyer financing.