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Acquiring and Growing Businesses in Fuel, Transportation & Home Services
You Built It. We’ll Help Carry It Forward.
For owners ready to explore the next chapter, Kauffman Capital Group provides a thoughtful path forward for home services businesses, with a specialization in retail energy marketers. We understand that selling a business is more than a financial decision—it’s a significant transition for the owner, employees, customers, and the legacy you’ve built.
Our approach is centered on creating opportunities that align with the goals of each business owner. We seek to acquire established companies in industries where we can build upon strong foundations, support continued growth, and preserve the values that have made each business successful. Whether you are considering retirement, looking for a new opportunity, or simply ready for your next chapter, Kauffman Capital Group offers a straightforward, relationship-focused approach to the acquisition process.
Industry Experience You Can Trust
Employees & Customers Matter
Our goal is to retain strong teams and continue the relationships and level of service customers have come to expect.
Flexible Deal Structures
Every owner’s goals are different. We work to structure transactions around what matters most to the seller.
We Care About Your Legacy
We respect what you’ve built and work to carry it forward with the same care for your employees, customers, and reputation.
We’re Operators, Not Financial Buyers
We understand the propane business because we’ve worked in it.
At Kauffman Capital Group, we take a long-term approach to acquisitions. We’re not looking to buy a company, make quick cuts, and move on. Our goal is to understand what made your business successful and build from there.
The first step is simply getting to know you and your business. We want to understand why you’re considering a sale, what your timeline looks like, and what matters most to you in a transition. From there, we take a closer look at the operation, including your employees, customers, assets, financials, and the relationships you’ve built over the years.
If there’s a good fit, we work with you to create a transition that makes sense for both sides. That may include retaining key employees, maintaining customer relationships, protecting the reputation of the business, and developing a structure that supports your personal and financial goals.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. The process can start with a simple, confidential conversation about where you are today and what you’d like the future to look like.
Frequently Asked Questions
Client Testimonial
Selling my business was one of the biggest decisions I’ve ever made, so finding the right buyer and ensuring a smooth transition was incredibly important. From the very beginning, the entire acquisition process was handled with professionalism, transparency, and respect.
The (Kauffman) team took the time to understand our business, communicated clearly throughout every stage, and made what could have been a stressful experience feel straightforward and well-organized. They honored their commitments, worked collaboratively to address any challenges, and ensured both our employees and customers were considered during the transition.
The transaction closed on schedule, and the handoff was seamless. I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out and would confidently recommend them to any business owner considering selling their company. It was a positive experience from start to finish.
Kristine Shirk
W. L. Zimmerman & Sons, Inc.
Client Testimonial
Working with Chris Kauffman and the Kauffman team was a standout experience. As the broker on a propane‑company acquisition, I saw firsthand how focused, professional, and experienced they are in execution. They moved through diligence, integration, and closing with clarity and discipline, allowing us to complete the transaction efficiently. Their operational strength was further validated when I later represented a buyer and sold the newly integrated acquisition to a competitor — a testament to how quickly and effectively Kauffman enhances the businesses they acquire.
Ken Richardson
Vice President/Partner
Vantage Commercial | TCN Worldwide
Contact The Kauffman Capital Group
Whether you are a business owner exploring succession, an advisor representing a potential opportunity, or a partner interested in learning more about the Kauffman Capital Group, we are available to talk with you.