When it becomes time to step away from your business, it’s only natural to want to hand it over to the right buyer who will protect your legacy and give you a fair price for your years of hard work. Our services assist you in doing exactly that.
How do I prepare to sell my business?
We know your business is important to you. Most owners will spend years developing and establishing their company. When you choose to step aside – for whatever reason – you must walk away with a price that respects the time and effort given.
However, fine-tuning is sometimes required pre-sale to maximise value and get a worthy offer for your business. Creating favourable conditions will also make the sales process much more manageable.
Finding the perfect person to pass your business to is also crucial. Ideally, you want someone who will guide it onto further success while protecting the staff, stakeholders and customers you leave behind. You need to understand the criteria you’re looking to fulfil ahead of time to seek the best match.
What to ask yourself before selling a business
- Is your business ready to sell now?
- How reliant is the business on you?
- Have you got realistic value expectations?
- Do you know the identity of your ideal buyer?
Our company sales services
Maximising sale value
We work with you to prepare your business ahead of the sale, ensuring you tick all the boxes to improve value, including:
- Settling liabilities and debt
- Managing cash flow
- Investing in staff training
- Building a favourable reputation
With improved value, you will raise a greater price upon sale and stand a better chance of attracting suitable buyers.
Marketing your company for sale
A crucial part of winning over offers for your business is marketing it effectively.
We’ll help you to advertise your company for sale through the proper channels where you stand a better chance of finding the perfect buyer.
We’ll also help you to prepare all the information you need to share with prospective buyers, removing any barriers to their interest.
Creating a solid exit strategy
A strong exit strategy is key to leaving your business on a positive note.
You need to plan it far in advance to ensure you have fulfilled all your ambitions and leave with no regrets.
We will design a tailored exit plan for you and your company’s needs while addressing the many factors you may be concerned about when leaving.
Identifying your ideal target buyer
Every seller wants a buyer who meets their criteria, is committed to the sale and offers a reasonable price for the business. Our services start by identifying the sort of buyers you should be targeting to take over your business. We will then work with you to vet potential leads until we find the perfect match.
Guidance through the sales process
The sales process can be long and complex. It’s easy to panic if things fall through or there is limited progress. We’re here to guide you through the process, explaining what you can expect at every step until you reach the desired outcome.
