Introduction Selling a business is as simple as finding a buyer and signing on the dotted line. Unfortunately for business owners, those two things aren’t really all that simple to do, let alone to do right! To achieve the best possible outcome, it’s essential...
Introduction When you’re ready to sell your business, maximising its value is often the successful outcome that business owners want. It’s not just about finding a buyer; it’s about finding the right buyer, showcasing your business in the best possible light,...
Introduction The word retirement means different things to different people – for most of our clients it’s not necessarily about hanging up your gloves and collecting your bus pass, but about moving into a new phase of life beyond running your business....
EOT stands for Employee Ownership Trust and was introduced by the UK Government in 2014 along with a package of incentives aimed at making it an attractive option for shareholder exit, as well as for employees. EOTs are becoming an increasingly popular option,...
Introduction Selling a business is a major financial and emotional milestone, reflecting years of hard work and investment. However, the high stakes involved mean that mistakes – whether due to poor timing, inadequate preparation, or overlooked details –...
Introduction 2024, and heading into 2025, is a good time to be selling your business – the appetite for SME businesses has fully returned and dealmaking is firmly back on the strategic agenda of larger companies. But the question on the mind of every business owner is...