Frequently Asked Questions

Clearly Acquired is the platform to own Main Street. We make investing in established, cash-flowing businesses run by best-in-class operators as accessible and transparent as the public markets — and we help entrepreneurs raise the capital to buy one of their own. Behind every opportunity, our AI-native platform and experienced M&A advisors do the work: sourcing and financing acquisitions for buyers, representing owners through a successful exit, and underwriting and closing each deal — so investors get vetted opportunities and operators get an edge from search to sale.

Getting started is completely free. You can access our free tools including AI-powered valuations, a dedicated debt broker, and basic platform features at no cost. Paid subscriptions and brokerage services are available when you're ready to scale.

Hey Clara is our AI Business Analyst that helps business owners understand their company's value, benchmark against industry peers, and get actionable recommendations to increase business value. It's like having a team of consultants at a fraction of the cost.

Our dedicated debt brokers work with you to understand your acquisition financing needs and connect you with the right lenders from our network of 500+ lending partners. We help you get pre-qualified and structure the best financing for your deal.

Yes! We offer full-service sell-side brokerage with experienced M&A advisors who handle everything from confidential buyer outreach to closing coordination. You only pay when your business sells.

We aggregate listings from 100+ marketplaces and brokerages, plus exclusive off-market deals and access to 200M+ businesses in our database. You can find businesses across most industries with revenues typically ranging from $500K to $100M.

We combine AI-powered tools with real human advisors who've actually done deals. Our platform includes deal sourcing, pipeline management, financing, and advisory services all in one place — with a 12-month close guarantee for our full-service clients.

Yes. We offer a full spectrum of buy-side solutions, from on-demand search and analysis tools to full-service M&A advisory. You can use the platform to source listings, run valuations, and manage your pipeline on your own, or work with our team for end-to-end support through search, diligence, financing, and closing.

Yes. Through our Catalyst Fund, we deploy capital alongside independent sponsors, operators, and searchers to acquire and grow lower middle market businesses. The fund focuses on partnering with talented operators who need a capital partner and a structured support platform to execute their acquisitions.

Yes. We help self-funded searchers, independent sponsors, and business owners raise capital for acquisitions and growth. Our platform and advisory team connect you with the right financing options — from SBA loans and senior debt to mezzanine, equity, and our own Catalyst Fund — and help you structure the capital stack to close your deal.

While we don't lend directly, we have dedicated debt brokers and relationships with 500+ lenders including SBA lenders, banks, and alternative financing sources. We help you get the best terms for your acquisition.