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Melissa Walsh

We Make Selling Your Business Easy - Expert Matchmaking For Buyers & Sellers

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Zirbes Group at Realty ONE Group Choice

ZirbesGroup.com

Prior Lake, Minnesota

At the Zirbes Group, we believe selling your business is more than just a transaction. It{s a major life transition, and it deserves the highest level of care, strategy, and integrity. As a full-service business brokerage firm, we specialize in guiding owners through the sale of their business with transparency, expertise, and unwavering support.

Founded on a commitment to honesty and relationship-driven service, the Zirbes Group is a trusted name for business owners who want more than a broker, they want an advocate. We understand the emotions and complexities involved in parting with something you’ve built from the ground up. This is why we approach every sale with empathy, precision, and an ironclad commitment to doing what’s right, not just what’s easy.

Our team is known for being exceptionally hands-on, handling every detail with professionalism and discretion. We take the time to understand your business, your goals, and your ideal exit. From there, we develop a tailored marketing strategy, confidentially presenting your business to the right buyers. We then manage negotiations with a fierce focus on value, alignment, and your long-term peace of mind.

What sets the Zirbes Group apart isn’t just our track record, it’s the way we do business. We don’t overpromise. We don’t inflate valuations to win listings. And we never rush you through the process. Instead, we overdeliver! We educate, advise, and support you at every step of the process, ensuring you understand your options and feel fully confident in every decision. Our clients typically come to us through referrals, a testament to the trust we earn and the outcomes we deliver.

When you choose the Zirbes Group, you{re choosing a partner who treats your business with the same respect and care that you do. You’ve worked hard to build your business. Let us work just as hard to help you sell it, on your terms, with your legacy intact!
Services Offered
Melissa Walsh brings unmatched energy, expertise, and empathy to the business brokering process. As a seasoned business broker, real estate professional, and strategic advisor, she works alongside business owners, buyers, and advisors to guide smooth, confidential transactions from valuation through closing.

With deep experience in Main Street and lower middle market deals, Melissa helps clients sell or acquire businesses with revenues from $500K to $20M across diverse industries. Whether you’re retiring, planning your next chapter, or expanding your portfolio, Melissa delivers insight-driven strategies tailored to your goals.

Our Services Include:
-Business sales and acquisitions
-Broker Opinion of Value (BOV) and market assessments
-Strategic succession and exit planning
-Buyer screening and qualification
-Confidential marketing and targeted outreach
-Franchise resales
-Lease and commercial real estate negotiations
-Deal team collaboration with CPAs, attorneys, and lenders
- Resource referrals: SBA lenders, M&A attorneys, tax specialists, and more

Clients choose Melissa for her clear communication, practical approach, and relentless follow-through. Backed by a network of professional partners, she goes beyond the transaction to create outcomes that make sense financially, personally, and strategically.

Whether you{re exploring your exit or actively seeking the right buyer, Melissa Walsh is a trusted advisor to help you move forward with confidence. She covers all the bases of acquisitions meeting the needs of her clients.
About

I{m Melissa J. Walsh, founder and principal business broker at the Zirbes Group. I work with both business owners looking to sell and entrepreneurs ready to buy. Whether you{re preparing to exit a company you{ve built from the ground up or you{re searching for the right business to invest in, I{m here to guide you through the process with integrity, clarity, and a strategy tailored to your goals.

My background in business consulting and real estate has taught me that every transaction is personal. Behind every sale or purchase is someone’s hard work, vision, and future, and that’s something I never take lightly. I work closely with my clients to ensure they feel informed, confident, and protected at every step of the journey.

For sellers, I offer a hands-on, discreet process that highlights your business’s true value and positions it in front of serious, qualified buyers. For buyers, I help you navigate opportunities that align with your objectives, guiding you through due diligence and negotiation with a clear focus on long-term success.

I’ve had the privilege of working with clients across a wide range of industries in both Minnesota and Florida, and I pride myself on being responsive, honest, and relationship-driven. Many of my clients return for future deals and refer others because they know I’ll always put their interests first.

Whether you’re looking to sell with peace of mind or buy with confidence, I’m here to make the process as smooth, strategic, and successful as possible. Let me help you take the next step forward with confidence!

Expertise

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

  • Retail
  • Automotive & Boat
  • Non-Classifiable Establishments
  • Real Estate Sales
  • Sales of Family or Partner Owned Businesses
  • Business Advising Services
Areas Served
  • Scott County, MN
  • Hennepin County, MN
  • Ramsey County, MN
  • Carver County, MN
  • Anoka County, MN
  • Dakota County, MN
  • Washington County, MN
  • Isanti County, MN
  • Sherburne County, MN
  • Wright County, MN
Languages

English

Licensed In
Minnesota
40873820
Affiliations
  • REALTOR® at National Association of Realtors Member of Minnesota Area Realtors Prior Lake Chamber of Commerce
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