Small Business Buyer Intelligence Report: Q1 2026 | Baton

Rachel Horner
May 12, 2026 ⋅ 1 min read
The anxiety of selling a small business isn't just about money. It's about not knowing who's on the other side, what they'll ask, or whether your deal is even competitive. This report replaces that uncertainty with clarity: 22,000+ active buyers, their demand signals, their financing habits, and their hardest due diligence questions. All free.
Inside, you’ll learn:
The top due diligence questions from serious buyers, ranked
The industries with the highest buyer demand heading into Q2
What share of buyers will relocate and what that means for your pool
The most common financing stack for small business deals right now