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Why Work With Us
Expert Market Knowledge
20+ years of transaction history across Illinois gives us insight into real market values that you cannot find in a textbook.
Professional Network
Our network includes pre-qualified buyers, SBA lenders, equipment finance companies, attorneys, and trade-specific CPAs.
Negotiation Expertise
We have negotiated 150+ trades transactions. We know what buyers will push back on and how to hold your value.
Confidential Service
Your business information is protected from the moment we engage. No public listings. No unsolicited employee outreach.
Comprehensive Support
We stay involved through closing and beyond. Transition planning, license transfer, tech-stack handoff — we do not disappear at closing.
What to Expect on Your Call
1 Listen First
We start by understanding your situation. Are you a buyer or seller? What is your timeline? What are your concerns about the process? We listen before we advise.
2 Honest Assessment
We tell you what we think, even if it is not what you want to hear. If your expectations are misaligned with the market, we will say so. You will leave with a clearer picture.
3 Clear Next Steps
If we can help, we outline exactly what we would do, what it would cost, and what the timeline looks like. If we cannot help, we will tell you that too and try to point you in the right direction.
Service Areas
We cover the entire Illinois market, from Chicago to Carbondale.
Chicago Metro
Chicago, Evanston, Arlington Heights, Schaumburg, Oak Park, Palatine, Skokie, Des Plaines, Cicero, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Oak Lawn, Bolingbrook, Orland Park, Tinley Park, Hoffman Estates
Aurora / Naperville / Fox Valley
Aurora, Naperville, Elgin, St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, Yorkville, Oswego, Montgomery, Sugar Grove
Rockford / Northern
Rockford, Freeport, Dixon, Sterling, LaSalle, Peru, Mendota, Rochelle, DeKalb, Sycamore
Peoria / Central
Peoria, Bloomington, Normal, Decatur, Springfield, Champaign, Urbana, Danville, Kankakee, Pontiac
Springfield
Springfield, Jacksonville, Lincoln, Taylorville, Litchfield, Hillsboro, Troy
Carbondale / Southern
Carbondale, Marion, Mount Vernon, Harrisburg, Goreville, Carterville, Du Quoin, Murphysboro, Cairo
Contact Information
Business Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM CT
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: Closed
jason.taken@hedgestone.com
We respond within one business day.
Phone
(224) 249-3213
Jaken Ventures LLC direct line
Contact Us for Specific Services
Buying
Looking for a home-services acquisition in Illinois? Let us match you with the right opportunity.
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Ready to sell your home-services business? Get a confidential valuation and market assessment.
Schedule a consultationValuation
Need a defensible business valuation for financing, estate planning, or divorce? We can help.
Schedule a consultationConsulting
Strategic consulting for owner-operators, PE-backed platforms, and family offices in the trades.
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