About Us

A Legacy Built on Trust

You’ve worked hard, built a successful business, and now it’s time to reap the fruits of your labor. Selling that business is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll make, and it deserves a broker who treats it that way.

Squizzero, Carp & Associates (SCA Business Brokers) was founded in 1995 by Joe Squizzero, a licensed business and real estate broker and member of the International Business Brokers Association. Three decades later, that same commitment to discretion, hands-on service, and getting business owners the best possible outcome still defines how we work.

Our Story

What started with one broker’s commitment to doing right by business owners has grown, over 30 years, into a firm trusted across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, without ever losing the personal, hands-on approach it was built on.

Today the firm is led by President Buddy Carp, an IBBA member and multi-year recipient of the organization’s Chairman’s Circle Award, alongside his daughter Coreen Tosti, a business broker and commercial real estate agent who brings her own firsthand experience as a former business owner. Both carry forward the same philosophy Joe Squizzero built the firm on: work with a limited number of clients at a time, so every sale gets full, hands-on attention from valuation through closing.

We do not “warehouse” listings, and we don’t take on every business that approaches us. Our clients typically range from Main Street businesses with $1,000,000 or more in revenue up to $50,000,000 corporations requiring merger and acquisition services.

How We Work

Every business is unique. We take the time to understand yours and tailor a marketing plan based on what we learn, so you get a process built around your business, not a one-size-fits-all listing.

Confidential process

Your business is marketed without revealing its identity. Buyers sign a confidentiality agreement before learning who you are.

Personalized attention

A limited client roster means your sale is handled directly by one of our Principals, never passed off to a junior associate.

Broad market exposure

Advertising across leading business-for-sale platforms, targeted social media, and 150+ media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, USA Today Network, and The Boston Business Journal.

A proven methodology

Built to generate interest from multiple qualified buyers at once, driving competition that produces the best possible price.

Industries We Work With

We represent sellers across a wide range of industries, including:

● Liquor stores ● Hotels and motels ● Software companies ● Technology and ecommerce companies ● Supermarkets and grocery stores ● Gas stations ● Convenience stores ● Pet and pet supply stores ● General merchandise and other retail stores ● Food and beverage ● Health care and fitness ● Automotive and boating ● Manufacturing ● Beauty and personal care ● Service businesses ● Building and construction ● Communication and media ● Education and daycare ● Security ● Government contractors ● Entertainment and recreation ● Transportation ● Storage facilities ● Travel ● Wholesale and distribution

In Memoriam: Joe Squizzero

Joe Squizzero, our founder, established the firm in 1995. Joe was a business broker and a licensed real estate broker in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. He earned the Certified Business Intermediary designation from the International Business Brokers Association and was past president of the New England Business Brokers Association.

From 1984 to 1995, he owned and operated his own small business, video stores, and prior to that was a multi-unit manager for photo finishing and fast food chains.

Joe was a great human being who loved his family, loved life, and loved being a business broker. His memory will always be with us, and the firm he built continues on the principles he set from the start.

Joe Squizzero

What Our Clients Say

From first conversation to closing, here’s how our clients describe the experience.

C Collins

I recently had the pleasure of working with Buddy to sell my small business. He is a knowledgeable professional who was always available to address my questions or concerns. He made the selling process much less stressful. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a broker.

Laura Glennon

Buddy is a skilled negotiator and knows when to back away to give parties time to consider their options and when to reopen negotiations. I couldn't have sold my company without his guidance and expertise throughout the process. I will definitely use him again as a broker -- this time to buy a company!

Margaret Daniel

Worked with Buddy to sell my business. He took care of absolutely every facet of the sale. Made what could have been a stressful time into a painless experience. He was initially recommended by Score. I highly recommend him.

Arlo Skowyra

I have had several transactions with Buddy over the years. He has always been professional, responsive, well connected and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Buddy.

Michael Cimini

I have used Squizzero, Carp & Associates as a broker both on the buy and the sell side and have always been very happy. Professional, efficient, easy to work with, and they always call you back when they say they will. Highly recommend.

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Whether you're ready to sell now or just exploring your options, the first step is a confidential conversation, not a commitment.