Buyer of "Piney Grove Convenience Store" in Rockville, MD 02/27/07

Paul, without your tremendous assistance and expertise, I could never have purchased my first business. You not only spent an incredible amount of time finding me an excellent business to purchase, but also you even helped me to secure the necessary SBA loan to make this transaction possible. You were marvelous to deal with, and I could never have completed this purchase acquisition without your diligent efforts in my behalf.  Thank you again for all of your efforts in my partner's and my behalf!

Buyer of "Savage Shell" in Jessup, MD 05/31/07

Paul, thanks for a job "very well done"! You were incredibly patient, caring and professional guiding me through the myriad of steps involved to help me buy my first gas station. I could not have possibly accomplished such a daunting task without your very capable expertise. Your efforts meant a lot to my wife and me because we have never owned a gas station before, much less any type of business. You provided reassurance every step of the way, and the trust that we placed in you proved to be a great decision. Your patience in walking us through this entire process gave us great confidence. I would do it all over again as long as you would be working with us once more. You are so good at what you do that you should seriously consider "writing a book". If you do, please make mine your autographed, first copy. We will use your services exclusively in the future should we wish to buy another business or ever consider selling this one.


Seller of "Savage Shell" in Jessup, MD 05/31/07

Paul, you are an amazingly patient business broker. I would recommend you to anyone, and I would not hesitate to utilize your services again. You not only took the time to patiently spend a year with me to find this business, but then helped me to sell it when I chose to relocate out of state with my family. Your caring personality, honesty, integrity and professionalism throughout made both transactions a pleasure. Anyone who is looking to either "buy" or "sell" a business is well advised to secure your services! After I have moved, please find me another great, business opportunity. You are not only a tremendous business broker that I trust, but you have proven yourself to be a "valued friend"!


Buyers of "Gaithersburg Shell" in Gaithersburg, MD 04/19/08

After finally settling on our new gas station, we realized how incredibly complicated this transaction had been from the start. Paul provided us with consistent support from the very first day we spoke to him right up to our settlement day. Paul constantly guided us in the "right direction". He spent a considerable amount of time helping us to locate this gas station with repair bays, and he also showed us how to finance the purchase. We believe that Paul doesn't just "sell businesses", but more importantly he is a "truly caring human being" who was concerned with our needs. Paul was "professional" in everything he did to help us, and we couldn't have completed this purchase without his astute knowledge. We can't explain just how much we appreciate all of his efforts, and we would not hesitate to do business with him again. We will recommend his services to friends and to anyone else who "dreams" of one day owning his or her own business. Thank you Paul!

Buyer of "Base Liquors" in Suitland, MD 03/19/09

This was the first liquor store that I have ever purchased, and without Paul's patient assistance, I very much doubt that I could have successfully completed all of the due diligence involved to complete my purchase. He was there, every step of the way, to guide me through the entire process. Many thanks Paul for a job very "well done". I look forward to working with you on my next liquor store acquisition. Your professional expertise and caring attitude have been much appreciated. Anyone looking to buy or sell a business should most definitely work with you!

Seller of "Base Liquors" in Suitland, MD 03/19/09

Paul you are the most "patient" professional I have ever had the good pleasure to work with. In your trusted hands, you worked to help both the buyer and me to complete this sale. Even though this was an extremely complicated tranaction, your skill and knowledge actually made the entire process look easy. I couldn't have done this without you. I am a "client for life", and you are truly a trusted and gifted adviser and friend. I will share your name with any business seller or buyer that comes my way. You are the best and thank you for everything!!!

Seller of "Rosedale BP" in Rosedale, MD 04/03/09

It is with a great deal of pleasure and enthusiasm that I write this letter of "commendation" regarding Paul. My first contact with Paul was in the summer of 2007 by way of a family friend 's recommendation because Paul had recently helped him purchase his "first" business. When I decided to sell my own business, Paul was the very first person that came to mind. During the course of my many meetings and conversations with Paul, he presented me with many creative ideas that were both inventive and astonishing effective with the sale of my business. From the outset, our relationship was nothing but "professional", "respectful" and "compassionate". He has distinguished himself as a "conscientious" and "energetic" pioneer in his field. I have enormous respect for Paul's leadership skills, and I have been very pleased to have had this opportunity to work with him. I would encourage anyone who is considering buying or selling a business to make sure to speak with Paul!

Buyer of "Zorba's Pizzeria" in Baltimore, MD 09/07/09

I've always wanted to be a small business owner. Finally, in my early 50's, I decided it was time. But I had no idea how to achieve my "dream". I stumbled across Paul on the internet, as I was researching small businesses, and I realized that I needed some "professional" advice and  guidance. Paul took the time to ask me why I wanted to be a small business owner as well as what kind of business that I wanted and would feel comfortable operating. I had some ideas, but Paul was helpful in showing me various types of businesses, and finally I decided on a pizzeria. It is one thing to find a business that you want to buy, but it is a completely different process involved to "actually" buy one. Contracts, licenses, business accounts, banks, insurance, due diligence, financing, lawyers, etc. are just some of the many things that you have to consider. There were many times when I felt overwhelmed(especially in dealing with the various, local government agencies) and was ready to give up and quit. The fact is that Paul was always there for me. He was there to listen when I needed to spout off, to answer my hundreds of questions and if he didn't have an answer, he would either find it for me or tell me where to look for answers. Paul was right there with me, every step of the way, acting as my "coach", "mentor" and "friend". If you are looking to become a small business owner, I "highly recommend" Paul as your personal, small business broker. I could not have completed this business acquisition without him. Many thanks Paul for the very caring and professional services that you provided me!

Buyer of "California Wine & Spirit" in California, MD 06/01/10

Without Paul's assistance, I could never have purchased this business. The business seller was difficult to deal with, and when she wanted to renegotiate the business' purchase price higher, Paul "sacrificed" a large part of his expected compensation so that my deal would be preserved. As a first-time buyer, Paul was with me every step of the way. I hope to purchase additional liquor stores in the future with his capable assistance!

Buyer of "Bellagio Wings & Pizza" in Owings Mills, MD 10/02/11

I am proud to have purchased an excellent business through Mr. Paul Hauf, and I am pleased to let everyone know that it is very profitable with an established and highly trained staff. When searching for a business opportunity, I noticed that his businesses are amongst the best advertised in the marketplace on the internet with a very good selection across the business spectrum. I found Mr. Hauf's expertise, throughout the business purchase process, to be of great value to me in accessing any business purchase. It is clear to me that Mr. Hauf only sells and handles the "best of the best"... in my studied opinion. If you are looking for professional expertise and astute guidance, he is the most qualified broker in the marketplace today. Thanks again Mr. Hauf on a job "well done"!