Cincinnati's Business Brokerage
Your Trusted Partner in Buying & Selling Businesses
The Tiffin Group brings decades of expertise to Cincinnati's business community — guiding owners and buyers through every step with confidentiality and integrity.
About The Tiffin Group
Decades of Expertise. One Trusted Advisor.
James L. Tiffin founded The Tiffin Group on a simple belief: that buying or selling a business is one of the most significant decisions of your life — and you deserve an advisor who treats it that way.
With deep roots in the Cincinnati business community, we bring a personalized, confidential approach to every engagement. Whether you're ready to exit or looking for your next opportunity, we're with you every step of the way.
Our Services
How We Can Help You
Sell Your Business
We manage the entire sale process — from confidential marketing and qualified buyer screening to negotiations and closing — so you can focus on running your business until the deal is done.
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Buy a Business
Access exclusive listings and off-market opportunities in Cincinnati and beyond. We match you with businesses that fit your goals, budget, and lifestyle — and guide you through due diligence to closing.
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Understand what your business is truly worth. Our comprehensive valuation analysis gives you the data and insight to make informed decisions — whether you're planning to sell now or in the future.
Request a ValuationOur Process
From First Call to Closing Day
Initial Consultation
We start with a confidential conversation to understand your goals, timeline, and what success looks like for you.
Business Valuation
Our thorough analysis establishes a realistic market value based on financials, industry trends, and comparable sales.
Marketing & Matching
We confidentially market your business to our network of qualified buyers — or match buyers with the right opportunity.
Closing the Deal
We manage negotiations, due diligence, and closing coordination to ensure a smooth, successful transaction.
Why The Tiffin Group
The Difference Is in the Details
Absolute Confidentiality
Every engagement is handled with strict confidentiality. Employees, customers, and competitors never learn your business is for sale until you choose to disclose it.
Cincinnati Market Expertise
We know Cincinnati's business landscape intimately — the industries, the buyers, the valuations. Local knowledge that national firms simply can't match.
Proven Track Record
Decades of successful transactions across a wide range of industries. We've helped owners exit on their terms and buyers build the businesses of their dreams.
Personalized Service
You work directly with James Tiffin — not a junior associate. You get senior-level attention and expertise from the first call to the final signature.
Client Stories
What Our Clients Say
"James handled the sale of my manufacturing business with complete professionalism. He found a qualified buyer quickly, maintained confidentiality throughout, and got me a price that exceeded my expectations."
Robert M.
Former Owner, Manufacturing Company
"As a first-time business buyer, I was nervous about the process. The Tiffin Group walked me through every step, helped me evaluate the financials, and made sure I was making a sound investment."
Sarah K.
Business Owner, Cincinnati
"I'd been thinking about selling for years but didn't know where to start. One conversation with James gave me a clear picture of my business's value and a realistic path to exit on my own timeline."
David T.
Retired Business Owner
Take the Next Step
Ready to Buy or Sell a Business?
Every great transaction starts with a conversation. Reach out today for a confidential, no-obligation consultation with James Tiffin.