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Hunter Hortenstine

Helping business owners buy and sell with confidence, clarity, and expert guidance every step of the

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Bighorn Business Brokers

Bighorn Business Brokers

Lubbock, Texas

Bighorn Business Brokers is a confidential business brokerage firm based in Lubbock, Texas, dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs through seamless and successful business transitions. Whether you{re buying or selling, the team brings clarity, confidence, and expert support to each step of the process.

Why clients choose Bighorn:
Extensive industry knowledge: Their seasoned advisors understand the nuances of various sectors.
Fastest-growing buyer network: A rapidly expanding pool of qualified buyers enhances match quality and opportunity.
Strategic, seller-first approach: With a focus on maximizing value, client goals remain front and center.
100% confidentiality guaranteed: Strict confidentiality practices protect sensitive information through the entire journey.
Comprehensive Services:
Buying assistance: From understanding your goals and budget to locating ideal businesses—including exclusive off-market listings—Bighorn provides expert evaluation, offer negotiation, and support through closing and transition.
Selling solutions: Sellers benefit from tailored valuations, discreet marketing, buyer screening, and negotiation support—all designed for maximum return and smooth exits.
Free, fast business valuations: Through a personalized process analyzing financials, market comparables, and industry trends, Bighorn provides confidential valuation reports pivotal for planning, negotiation leverage, or financing.
Referral incentive: Earn 20% of the commission by referring a qualified buyer or seller who results in a successful transaction—simple and rewarding.

Meet the leadership:
Hunter Hortenstine, Partner: A broker with a modern, deal-focused mindset, built on a real estate foundation and personal entrepreneurial experience.
Julian Wright, Partner: Offers a highly customized broker-client approach. As a business owner himself, he understands both sides of the transaction, and emphasizes individual business stories in his work.
Services Offered
At Bighorn Business Brokers, we provide confidential, professional brokerage services designed to simplify the process of buying or selling a business. Our Lubbock office proudly offers:

Business Sales & Brokerage – End-to-end guidance for business owners ready to sell, including valuation, marketing, buyer screening, and negotiation.

Buyer Representation – Helping buyers find the right opportunity, conduct due diligence, and secure financing for a smooth acquisition.

Business Valuations – Free, confidential assessments based on financials, market trends, and industry insights to determine true business worth.

Exit Planning – Strategic planning for owners preparing to transition out of their business while maximizing value.

Confidential Marketing – Discreetly promoting businesses to qualified buyers without compromising operations or relationships.

Referral Program – Earn commission incentives for referring business owners or buyers who complete a successful transaction.

Advisory Services – Personalized support for entrepreneurs navigating business transitions, growth, or investment decisions.

Whether you are planning to buy, sell, or simply explore your options, our Lubbock team is ready to deliver expert guidance with professionalism and confidentiality.
About

Bighorn Business Brokers: What We Do
Guiding Smart Business Transitions with Confidence and Clarity
Bighorn Business Brokers is a Texas-based business brokerage firm dedicated to assisting clients in buying, selling, and valuing businesses—with clarity, expert guidance, and a personalized approach every step of the way.

Why Choose Bighorn
Extensive Industry Knowledge: Our advisors bring deep sector expertise and years of deal-making experience to help clients navigate complex transactions with confidence.

Fastest Growing Buyer Network: Access a rapidly expanding pool of qualified, active buyers—maximizing matching opportunities and outcomes.
Strategic, Seller-First Approach: We prioritize your goals—whether you{re selling or buying—to create value-driven strategies aligned with your objectives.

100% Confidentiality Guaranteed: Your sensitive information is treated with the utmost discretion; no sharing, no obligations—only trusted, confidential handling throughout.

Core Services
1. Buying a Business
Bighorn guides prospective buyers through a streamlined, confidential process designed to help you find the right opportunity and build the right deal:
Discovery: We begin by understanding your goals, budget, and business preferences to target ideal matches.

Search & Evaluation: Access both public and exclusive off-market listings, then evaluate opportunities that align with your criteria.

Offer & Negotiation: Our team supports you through constructing offers and navigating negotiations to protect your interests.

Closing & Transition: We coordinate due diligence, finalize documentation, and help ensure a smooth handover of ownership.

By leveraging Bighorn’s expertise and industry insights, buyers can avoid common pitfalls, negotiate smarter terms, and save significant time and stress.

2. Selling a Business
Selling with Bighorn means tapping into market expertise and discreet, result-focused strategies:
Valuation & Preparation: We establish a fair and compelling asking price and prepare your business for the market.

Targeted Marketing: Your listing reaches visibility through premier channels—secure website listings, social outreach, major platforms (e.g., BizBuySell), email campaigns, and our private network.

Buyer Screening & Negotiation: Pre-qualified buyers ensure efficient matching. We guide and negotiate on your behalf to secure favorable terms.

Confidential Transaction Management: From negotiations through closing, your operation remains confidential, and our team handles the complexities to streamline the process.

3. Valuations
We offer fast, free, and confidential business valuations designed to inform decision-making and empower strategic planning.
Our valuation process includes:
Review of Financials: Analyzing revenue, profits, assets, and related metrics.

Market Comparables: Benchmarking against recent sales of similar businesses in your industry and region.

Industry Trend Analysis: Factoring in current market conditions and future projections for your sector.

Custom Analysis: Each valuation is tailored; no one-size-fits-all methodology.

Valuation Delivery: You receive a professional report with insights into your business{s worth and market positioning.

Understanding your business’s value isn’t just for selling—it’s essential for exit planning, negotiating leverage, securing capital, or strategic growth.

4. Referral Program
Bighorn rewards referrals: earn a 20% commission when someone you refer successfully buys or sells with us. It’s easy, rewarding, and no risk to participants.

The Team Behind the Service
Our leadership drives Bighorn’s vision and personalized service:
Hunter Hortenstine, Partner
With a background in real estate and entrepreneurship, Hunter blends negotiation expertise with operational insight to maximize outcomes.

Julian Wright, Partner
A past business owner, Julian emphasizes personal stories and customized strategies—viewing deals from both buyer and seller perspectives.

Together, they lead a team known for personalized attention, trustworthiness, and putting clients’ goals first.

How Bighorn Compares: The Role of a Business Broker
Business brokers like Bighorn serve as intermediaries in Main Street business transactions—handling valuation, marketing, due diligence, buyer outreach, negotiation, and closing logistics.
Unlike M&A advisors focused on large enterprises, business brokers specialize in small to mid-sized business deals, making them ideal for owner-operators and local businesses.

Summary
Bighorn Business Brokers offers a full-service, confidential, and client-focused approach to business transactions in Texas. Whether you{re buying or selling—or simply curious about the value of your operation—the firm provides expert valuation, personalized strategy, industry know-how, and a seamless experience from start to finish.

Expertise

Experienced in but not limited to the following services and sectors. Contact for a full list.

  • Service Businesses
  • Building & Construction
  • Transportation & Storage
  • Real Estate Sales
  • Sales of Family or Partner Owned Businesses
  • Valuation Services
Areas Served
  • Lubbock County, TX
  • Dallas County, TX
  • Travis County, TX
  • Harris County, TX
  • Tarrant County, TX
Languages

English

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