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The Bests Algo checks the accountable broker or advisor, legal and licensed role, client side, valuation method, confidentiality, buyer qualification, information control, negotiation, diligence, closing coordination, conflicts and complete fees. It does not reward asking prices, deal totals, claimed close rates, awards or review volume. 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The Bests Algo checks the accountable broker or advisor, legal and licensed role, client side, valuation method, confidentiality, buyer qualification, information control, negotiation, diligence, closing coordination, conflicts and complete fees. It does not reward asking prices, deal totals, claimed close rates, awards or review volume. Confirm the exact individual and licence where real-estate brokerage is involved, who the firm represents, valuation credentials, exclusivity, dual-agency or referral conflicts, every fee and termination term in writing before sharing identifying information.","decision_notes":["Exact local advisor or brokerage resolved","Mandate side and transaction process assessed","Current licence, conflicts and written engagement required"],"profile_url":"https://bests.ca/best/business-brokers/in/montreal/profile/sunbelt-business-brokers-montreal","verification_url":"https://bests.ca/verify/business-brokers-montreal-2026/sunbelt-business-brokers-montreal","bests_score":null,"confidence":null,"proof_index":null,"consensus":null}],"interpretation":"Null metrics have not been published. A Bests list may contain fewer than three positions when the evidence gate does not support another entry."}