Experts in buying, selling and transferring businesses

We are the leading digital platform for buying, selling and transferring businesses in Europe. We bring together owners who want to hand over a business they have built and the entrepreneurs and investors looking for a profitable opportunity, in a secure, specialist environment.

Our platform covers every sector. From traditional transfers in hospitality (bars, restaurants) and retail (shops, hair salons), to licensed trades such as pharmacies, tobacconists and lottery outlets. We also handle the sale of manufacturing companies, service businesses and online businesses (e-commerce). Any business with real value has a place in our network.

The distinction matters. A business transfer, known in Spain as a traspaso, usually means taking over the lease on the premises, the licences and the tangible assets (equipment, stock) so the business can carry on trading. A company sale means the shares in the company change hands, along with its rights, obligations and debts. You will find listings of both kinds on our site.

Security comes first. We filter and review every listing so that the transfers and company sales on offer are genuine. Even so, we always recommend running due diligence before you part with any money or sign anything.

We cover the whole of Spain. Volumes are higher in Madrid, Barcelona and along the coast, but we list opportunities in every province and every sector.

Usually yes, because the risk is lower. Buying an existing business gets you a going concern: valid licences, fitted-out premises and, most importantly, a customer base that generates income from day one. Starting from scratch can delay revenue by months or even years. Taking over a trading business is the fast route into running your own.

Do not just take the seller's word for it. Ask for the numbers. In any transaction you should request the official tax returns (VAT, income tax or corporation tax) for the last three years. Check that turnover is stable and that fixed costs, rent and staff above all, are sustainable. At traspasso.com we push for transparency so you can invest with confidence.

Yes, it is standard practice. The listed price is usually an opening figure that reflects what the seller hopes to get. If, once you have looked at the numbers, you find the price is above the market or the premises need work, a reasoned counteroffer is perfectly normal. Our platform puts you in direct contact with the seller so you can negotiate the terms without an intermediary.

Every listing, whether a transfer or a company sale, carries a direct contact form. As soon as you send it, the seller receives your message. We keep that connection quick so the process can get moving.

No. Searching and contacting sellers is free for buyers. Our model is built on helping sellers get their listing seen.

Before you sign, confirm that the trading licence is valid, that there are no charges or outstanding debts (social security, the tax authority) and that you know exactly what the lease says. In a company sale it is also essential to go through the accounts. You will find resources on our site to help you protect your investment.

Financing comes down to private arrangements or a bank. That said, many sellers will accept deferred payment on part of the amount as a way of getting the deal done. We suggest asking the seller directly about payment terms when you enquire about a listing.

Of course, and that is exactly what we recommend. A business that is open with an active customer base is worth far more than one that has closed, because the buyer earns income from day one. Most of our users sell while continuing to trade, using our confidentiality options so that staff and customers are not unsettled before the deal closes.

The process is straightforward. Register, choose your plan and fill in your business profile. The more information you provide (turnover, reason for selling, photos), the sooner you will close. Your listing will be seen by thousands of entrepreneurs looking to buy a business.

We offer a range of plans to suit how much visibility you need. You can see current prices in the "Publish listing" section. Our aim is to give you the most cost-effective tool for selling, with no hidden commission on the final sale price.

Price is what decides it. For a sale to go through, weigh up your tangible assets, your location, provable turnover and goodwill. A price out of line with the market will stall the sale. We suggest looking at similar listings on our site to calibrate your own.

Absolutely. We know discretion is critical when a business changes hands. You can publish your listing with the trading name or the exact location hidden, and reveal those details only to the serious buyers you choose.

To keep things moving, have these to hand: the lease, trading licences, tax returns (VAT, income tax or corporation tax) and an inventory. Transparency builds trust and brings the closing forward.