Business Brokerage and Real Estate Services
Thomas Lau PREC* provides business brokerage and commercial and residential real estate services in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Contact Thomas to discuss the business or property you want to buy, sell or lease, and the questions you need answered before proceeding.
For a business search, start with the type of operation you want to run. Consider your experience, preferred location and available time. Compare opportunities against these requirements, then ask what is included in the proposed sale and what information is available for review.
An asking price is a starting point for discussion. Review the records that support it and identify costs or obligations that may affect your decision. Your accountant and lawyer should assess the financial and transaction details before you commit.
Prepare a brief that explains your timing and priorities. For a sale, describe the business or property and the information you have available. For a purchase, identify essential requirements and questions you want resolved. This gives the initial conversation a clear focus.
Learn more about Thomas’s services or browse current listings. Listings provide a starting point; availability and transaction details should be confirmed before relying on them.
Planning Your Transaction in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley
Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley include different markets and operating locations. Evaluate an area against your intended use, customer access and premises requirements. Discuss the location with Thomas and confirm relevant requirements with your advisers and the appropriate authority.
For a business in leased premises, review the lease as part of your decision. Ask about the remaining term, occupancy costs and provisions relevant to a transfer. Have your lawyer identify the consents or conditions that may apply to the proposed transaction.
Prepare for a first meeting by writing down your preferred timing, general location and key questions. Share confidential business records through an agreed private process. Avoid placing customer information or sensitive financial documents in a public enquiry form.
For practical preparation, read the Vancouver business buyer’s checklist or the guide to preparing to sell a business in BC. Contact Thomas to discuss your plans. These articles provide general information; obtain advice specific to your transaction.