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Guidance on buying and selling your business
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[/cs_text][x_feature_headline level=”h1″ looks_like=”h4″ icon=”road”]Stepping stones to your exit [/x_feature_headline][x_gap size=”20px”][cs_block_grid type=”three-up”][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 1″]Investment
Cash is the life blood of any business, whether for everyday working capital or long term investment. We will carry out a thorough review of your current circumstances and needs, and by making you “investor ready”, will link you with the most suitable provider of cash. This could be a high street lenders or someone from our vast database of private investors.[/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Growth”]Growth
Growing businesses is not as easy as it seems and that’s why the majority stay small! Growth is about sensible planning & great execution but, most importantly, it’s about you. We are experts in aligning needs and objectives to capabilities and barriers, creating and implementing a realistic plan to match.[/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Exit”]Exit
You will exit your business one day (unless you are immortal!) so it’s best to plan for this rather than leave it to chance. By keeping control, you can ensure a smooth transition, and maximise the benefit received. Whether yours is an immediate need or a long term goal we are well placed to advise you on the best route to take.[/cs_block_grid_item][/cs_block_grid][x_feature_headline level=”h1″ looks_like=”h4″ icon=”lightbulb-o”]Our Approach[/x_feature_headline][x_gap size=”20px”][cs_text class=”cs-ta-left”]Our number one priority is to provide our clients with great results and lasting value. Our professional approach consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations, and this is what we believe contributes to the majority of our business being referred to us by existing and past clients and other professionals. We develop an in-depth understanding of our clients and their businesses, becoming a trusted advisor and partner. Our focus on customer service is fuelled by the dedication of our team, who are passionate about providing the best service possible.
We believe that good customer service can only be provided by;[/cs_text][cs_icon_list class=”mvn”][cs_icon_list_item title=”Listening to our clients and identifying their unique needs” type=”check” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Listening to our clients and identifying their unique needs[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Developing practical and satisfying solutions” type=”check” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Developing practical and satisfying solutions[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Utilising a constant cycle of communication – planning; acting; reviewing” type=”check” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Utilising a constant cycle of communication – planning; acting; reviewing[/cs_icon_list_item][/cs_icon_list][x_gap size=”20px”][cs_text]Whether a finance sourcing or business advisory project, we are uniquely placed to deliver the best outcome for you and your business, so make sure you contact us today for a free consultation on your finance or consulting needs!
[/cs_text][x_feature_headline level=”h1″ looks_like=”h4″ icon=”plane”]Exit[/x_feature_headline][x_gap size=”20px”][cs_text]You may be looking to exit soon or just be looking to plan for the future. One thing is for sure – a well prepared exit will certainly lead to a better transition. Choosing to work with us will help your business sell for more money, under better terms, and more quickly than if you to leave it to chance.
Rest assured, if you want to sell now, or in the future, we are the best people to help. We earn our fees from delivering value & success and don’t rely on huge engagement fees or unfair termination clauses! We have a new way of working where you’ll benefit from our skills and experience and if we don’t make satisfactory progress towards a sale in 6 months, you’re free to leave (with one exception, below).
We have completed hundreds of deals between us over the last decade, so we know how it works. We engineer situations where people want to work together to mutual benefit, with both sides reaching big objectives – retiring & completing a fantastic strategic acquisition for example.
Rather like our added value funding offer, the process is broadly; [/cs_text][cs_icon_list][cs_icon_list_item title=”Clarity around the offer / opportunity” type=”hand-o-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Clarity around the offer / opportunity[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Appropriate marketing of that opportunity to a suitable audience, from existing databases, suitable media or research” type=”hand-o-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Appropriate marketing of that opportunity to a suitable audience, from existing databases, suitable media or research[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Alignment of objectives of both parties” type=”hand-o-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Alignment of objectives of both parties[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Aligning resources – financial input & return, access to whatever else might be needed and “appetite”” type=”hand-o-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Aligning resources – financial input & return, access to whatever else might be needed and “appetite”[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Facilitating introductions & first meetings (we always attend these)es of both parties” type=”hand-o-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Facilitating introductions & first meetings (we always attend these)es of both parties[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Negotiation to find a good mutually beneficial scenario” type=”hand-o-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Negotiation to find a good mutually beneficial scenario[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Formalising into Heads & seeing through to completion” type=”hand-o-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Formalising into Heads & seeing through to completion[/cs_icon_list_item][/cs_icon_list][x_feature_box title=”Talk to us” title_color=”” text_color=”” graphic=”icon” graphic_size=”60px” graphic_shape=”rounded” graphic_color=”hsl(0, 0%, 98%)” graphic_bg_color=”hsl(3, 98%, 49%)” align_h=”center” align_v=”top” side_graphic_spacing=”20px” max_width=”none” graphic_icon=”phone-square”]Our experts are on hand to guide and advise you on any queries you may have. Just call us on 0845 337 3327[/x_feature_box][cs_text]We don’t use agents so you’ll usually have one broker from start to finish, and you won’t get lost in a faceless head office. All our plans are bespoke and we put your input and needs, confidentiality for example, at the heart of it. We write our own materials & market where the right buyers are to ensure the best result for you.
To find out more about how we can help you plan your exit from your business, call us and book into a free strategic planning consultation.
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The Goodwill Assessor can be used to underpin our valuation process, especially if this is part of a value growth programme. We also complete one off valuations for all sorts of reasons, and, by using our transactional experience, we believe we are well placed to determine, and justify a real world figure, not a text book one. To achieve any value you need a willing buyer to agree not only to the price but to terms, and this is where many P&L based valuations fall down.
The Goodwill Assessor has been designed to deliver an exceptionally clear summary of a business, where it is now and how to develop it for the future. An ideal service for companies just wanting the facts, looking at an acquisition or for benchmarking exercises, thus needing a fast, yet in-depth assessment of non-financial data.
The information which is required is gathered from a structured interview with the executive of the business and one of our senior consultants. This information is analysed and compiled into a graphical report that displays the development of the business across five key areas.
The report is not subjective in its assessment; the results are directly related to the responses given by the executive and thus are not influenced by our guiding consultant. This means that repeat assessments can show development changes as viewed and valued by the executive – a clear value added indicator. Furthermore, as part of the service, you will also receive an itemised list of tasks with guidance on the simple steps that will help to move the business forward.
The turnaround from assessment to report is swift, typically less than a week, and would be ideal for a business which is concerned about the performance, but is not aware of exactly where things need to be improved or how to change them.[/cs_text][x_feature_headline level=”h1″ looks_like=”h4″ icon=”lightbulb-o”]Our Clients[/x_feature_headline][cs_text]We work for business owners, their managers, investors & shareholders. Anyone, in fact, who has a vested interest in improving the situation they find themselves in.
But, we are not all things to all businesses.
Typical clients include;[/cs_text][cs_icon_list][cs_icon_list_item title=”Start ups” type=”check-circle” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Start ups[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Mature, flat, stable or stagnant businesses” type=”check-circle” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Mature, flat, stable or stagnant businesses[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Distressed, from marginal to acute” type=”check-circle” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Distressed, from marginal to acute[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Growing businesses” type=”check-circle” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Growing businesses[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Those exiting now or planning for some future point” type=”check-circle” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Those exiting now or planning for some future point[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Businesses from start ups to £25M turnover” type=”check-circle” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Businesses from start ups to £25M turnover[/cs_icon_list_item][/cs_icon_list][cs_text]We have recent experience with;[/cs_text][cs_icon_list][cs_icon_list_item title=”Food & drinks related” type=”chevron-circle-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Food & drinks related[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Manufacturing” type=”chevron-circle-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Manufacturing[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Distribution” type=”chevron-circle-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Distribution[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Service” type=”chevron-circle-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Service[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Consultancy” type=”chevron-circle-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Consultancy[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Construction & plant” type=”chevron-circle-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Construction & plant[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Engineering” type=”chevron-circle-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Engineering[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Leisure” type=”chevron-circle-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Leisure[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Wholesale/retail/e-tail” type=”chevron-circle-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Wholesale/retail/e-tail[/cs_icon_list_item][cs_icon_list_item title=”Care” type=”chevron-circle-right” link_enabled=”false” link_url=”#” link_new_tab=”false”]Care[/cs_icon_list_item][/cs_icon_list][cs_text]What we don’t do;
There are some sectors where we don’t have the right skills or contacts but we predominantly deal with people rather than the type of business they happen to own. We’ll never turn down an initial call or booking at our clinic, so it’s always worth checking to see if we can help.[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][/cs_content]