New Hampshire · Lakes Region
Business Broker in the New Hampshire Lakes Region
Joe O’Loughlin, TrueWave’s Head Broker and CEO, works with owners around Lake Winnipesaukee and the other lakes, from Laconia and Meredith to Wolfeboro and Plymouth.
The Lakes Region business landscape
Lake Winnipesaukee drives a short, strong summer season. Valuations depend on clean seasonal records, so buyers can see how the business does across the whole year.
Marinas and boat dealers are scarce and highly sought after, and waterfront property is often a large part of their value. Second-home caretaking, construction and property services stay busy year-round.
Many buyers are Massachusetts residents who already spend summers here.
Key local industries
- Seasonal tourism and lodging. Inns, cottages and attractions.
- Marinas and boat sales and service. Dealers, storage and repair.
- Second-home services. Construction, caretaking and property services.
- Retail. Village shops and seasonal stores.
- Outdoor recreation. Rentals, outfitters and guides.
Selling a business in New Hampshire: rules and taxes
New Hampshire doesn’t tax wages, and its Interest and Dividends Tax was repealed starting in 2025. The business itself, though, may owe the Business Profits Tax (7.5%) and the Business Enterprise Tax (0.55%), and the gain from selling business assets can affect what it owes. Ask your CPA how this applies before you agree to a structure. See selling a business in New Hampshire: rules and taxes for the details.
Important: The tax and legal information on this page is general information as of October 2026. It is not tax, legal or financial advice. TrueWave Business Brokers is not a CPA firm or a law firm. Tax rates and rules change often, and how they apply depends on your situation and how your sale is structured. Before making any decisions, consult your CPA, attorney and financial advisor. For the most current information on the Business Profits Tax, Business Enterprise Tax and any successor liability rules, visit the NH Department of Revenue Administration: https://www.revenue.nh.gov/
Recent deals and listings near the Lakes Region
We don’t have closed deals or open listings to show near the Lakes Region yet, and we won’t post any until they’re real. Buyers can browse businesses for sale and join our buyer list to hear about new ones first. Owners can start with a free, confidential valuation: you’ll see what your business is likely worth and what buyers will ask about.
Local resources
Useful places for owners getting ready to sell:
- Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce
- Meredith Area Chamber of Commerce
- Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce
- New Hampshire SBDC
Towns we serve
Laconia, Meredith, Gilford, Wolfeboro, Moultonborough, Alton, Center Harbor, Tilton, Plymouth (NH), Ashland and Bristol.
Nearby areas we cover:
Selling a business in the Lakes Region: FAQ
How do you value a seasonal marina or lodging business?
We look at several years of monthly results, normalize the summer peak against the off-season, and value the waterfront real estate and equipment alongside the operating business.
Are buyers interested in Lakes Region businesses?
Yes, especially marinas and year-round property-service businesses. Many buyers are Massachusetts residents who already summer here and want to stay.
Do you sell property with the business?
Yes. Waterfront property is often part of the deal. TrueWave is also a licensed real estate agency, so we can sell the business and real estate together or set up a lease.
When is the best time to list?
Buyers like to see the business operating, so spring and summer tours are common. Preparing in the off-season puts your full season’s numbers in front of buyers when they are looking.
How do New Hampshire taxes affect my sale?
There is no state tax on wages, and the Interest and Dividends Tax is gone for periods starting in 2025. But a New Hampshire business may owe the Business Profits Tax (7.5%) and the Business Enterprise Tax (0.55%), and the gain on an asset sale can increase what it owes. Your CPA can show you how a sale would be taxed under each structure.
Answers above that touch on taxes or legal rules are general information as of October 2026, not tax, legal or financial advice. TrueWave Business Brokers is not a CPA firm or a law firm. Confirm anything that affects your sale with your CPA and attorney. Official source: NH Department of Revenue Administration.
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