Referral Program

Know someone selling a business? Get $500 for the introduction.

Nicholas works with business owners across Long Island and the greater New York region who are ready to sell. If you know someone in that position, the introduction is worth $500 to you when their listing agreement is signed.

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How It Works

Three steps. No paperwork until they sign.

01

Send Nicholas the introduction

Email Nicholas at nicholas.clinton@hedgestone.com with the name and contact info of the business owner you're referring. Include a quick note on why you think they're a fit. That's the entire ask of you.

02

Nicholas takes it from there

He reaches out, has a discovery conversation, and determines whether the business is a fit for his current listing inventory. He keeps you informed at each stage so you know where things stand.

03

$500 lands in your account when the listing agreement is signed

Once the referred business signs a listing agreement with Nicholas, you receive $500 for the introduction. Paid via your preferred method within 30 days of signing.

Who to Refer

The right kind of business owner.

Nicholas works primarily with small and mid-market businesses on Long Island and the greater New York area. The referral fee applies to introductions of business owners who are seriously considering selling their business in the next 12 months. Examples of fits include: restaurant and hospitality owners, marina and waterfront business operators, CPA firm owners considering retirement, service business owners (landscaping, tree service, moving, etc.), and any small-to-mid market business owner ready to think about an exit.

Business owner is seriously considering selling within the next 12 months
Business is generating real revenue (typically $500K or more annually)
Owner is the decision-maker, not waiting on partners or family
Located in the Long Island, NYC, or greater New York region

Questions

Common questions about the referral program.

Nicholas operates as a Senior Business Advisor at Hedgestone Business Advisors and represents listings ranging from $295K restaurants to $5M waterfront platforms. Every referred lead is treated with full discretion.

Know someone? Send Nicholas an email.

30 seconds of your time. $500 in your account when their listing agreement signs. Worst case, you've made an introduction that benefits two people.

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Or reach Nicholas directly at nicholas.clinton@hedgestone.com / +1 (516) 418-9634