Are your taxes in order? If not, you’ll struggle to sell the business
Getting your tax affairs in order is never more important than in the lead-up to selling your business, says Peter Ball, tax partner at Smith & Williamson.
The exit journey: What investors look for in a business
Ever wondered what an investor looks for in a business? An exit strategy is fundamental, according to Supper Club partner Inflexion Private Equity.
Why investors are seeing long-term potential in the mid-market
While the number of global M&A transactions rose by 2.9% year-on-year in 2017, the combined deal value actually fell by 2%.
Overseas acquisitions: How to make everyone a fan of your culture
The Supper Club’s entrepreneurial members laid bare their thoughts on managing acquisitions.
Don’t ignore the red flags: Picking the right company for acquisition
The Supper Club’s most recent report, entitled Buy To Build, asked its membership of high-growth entrepreneurs, as well as partners, about approaching an acquisition deal.
Avoiding the communications vacuum during M&A
Communication is easily one of the most challenging elements of mergers and acquisitions. Here’s how to ensure no one is left out of the loop.
Selling a business: How to deal with the Inheritance Tax bombshell
Selling a business is an exciting, life-changing event. Without proper planning, however, there is a risk that after you die a large proportion of the proceeds might go to HMRC in the form of Inheritance Tax.
Selling your business: How to conduct a winning viewing
If you’re selling a business that operates from premises that will be included in the sale, purchasers will want to take a look.
Completing the sale: finding your buyer
You need to make your company as attractive as possible to get the best price and avoid a lengthy wait to garner interest.
How to value your business
Most prospective buyers will expect you to name your price, even if only as a starting point for negotiations.
Getting ready to sell your business: What to prepare
Not only is the condition of the business itself of particular importance but as the seller, your own situation will have an impact.
Buying or selling a business? Future 50 winner Bizdaq could be everything you’re looking for
Bizdaq CEO Sean Mallong believes selling a business has never been easier, as he tells Real Business two years after being recognised as a disruptive startup.