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DealStream
Deal-sourcing platform connecting entrepreneurs and investors with businesses, franchises, and real estate for sale.
Key facts
- Website
- dealstream.com
- Founded
- 1995
- Pricing
- Free basic listing; buyer plans ~$30-$300/mo
- Rating
- No reviews yet
About DealStream
DealStream is a deal-sourcing platform connecting entrepreneurs and investors with businesses, franchises, and real estate for sale. It functions as both a marketplace and a set of tools for surfacing acquisition opportunities across multiple asset types.
Key features
- AI-powered deal matching
- Search Genius intelligent search agent
- 20,000+ active listings
- Social/networking tools for buyers
- Covers businesses, real estate, franchises, funding
Pros & cons
Pros
- Very large member base (620,000+)
- Decades of track record, 15,000+ deals closed
- Covers multiple deal types beyond just businesses
Cons
- Meaningful buyer features gated behind paid plans
- Many listings locked until upgrade
Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions About DealStream
What is DealStream?
DealStream is a deal-sourcing platform connecting entrepreneurs and investors with businesses, franchises, and real estate for sale. It functions as both a marketplace and a set of tools for surfacing acquisition opportunities across multiple asset types.
Who is DealStream for?
It's for investors and entrepreneurs sourcing deals across a mix of businesses, franchises, and real estate, rather than buyers focused on a single niche.
What category does DealStream fall under?
DealStream falls under Marketplaces — it's a platform where buyers and sellers meet directly to transact on businesses, sites, or digital assets rather than working through a single advisor. It's also tagged under Tools, reflecting the overlap between these functions.
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