6 minutes read Navigating a business sale is one of the most significant decisions a company owner or board will face. The stakes are high – value, risk and legacy all depend on the outcome. Choosing the right M&A advisor is critical to get the deal done and done well, but how do you choose…
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5 minutes read Timing a business sale: Is now the right time? Recent tax hikes on the sale of companies have left many entrepreneurs reeling. One client told us, “I’m not selling — I’m going to wait until Labour are out in four years’ time and the CGT increase is reversed.” Another asked, “Are they targeting…
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8 minutes read This article explores the key Employee Ownership Trust pros and cons to help determine whether this model is the right fit for your business. As more business owners seek value driven, legacy-preserving succession strategies, the Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) has emerged as a powerful alternative to traditional trade sales or private equity exits.…
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10 minutes read Many successful business owners believe that as long as their business generates strong cash flow, there is no need for an exit strategy. They assume they can enjoy the income and pass the business on to their family IHT tax-free. However, from April 2026, this assumption is incorrect. Like farms, private company…
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12 minutes read The Market Currently, there is a mixed outlook on mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) activity, reflecting global trends across many industries. While numerous sectors face both productivity challenges and economic headwinds, abundant capital remains available and is likely to become cheaper as interest rates ease. To be blunt, British productivity has stagnated since pre-2009,…
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When it comes to selling your business, you want to get it right and you only have one chance at doing so; the stakes are high. In this video, we discuss how to sell your company, achieve your ambitions and get ‘top dollar’ for your business. LISTEN TO AUDIO ONLY HERE. About Avondale Corporate Avondale…
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An increasing number of owners are selling their businesses to their employees via an Employee Ownership Trust (“EOT”). When structured correctly, an EOT attracts 0% Capitals Gains Tax, can achieve full commercial value and can typically be completed in a shorter time frame than a traditional third-party business sale. In this video, we look at…
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8 minutes read The Autumn 2024 budget delivered an unwelcome, though not entirely unexpected, increase in Capital Gains Tax (“CGT”). This policy change has had immediate and expensive ramifications for Britain’s small and medium-sized enterprise (“SME”) owners, particularly those planning to sell their businesses. If that’s you, then it’s crucial to understand the implications and review…
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5 minutes read Following the widely anticipated increase in Capital Gains Tax (“CGT”) announced in last month’s budget (24%), our team has already seen a huge surge in enquiries from clients seeking alternative exit structuring options for future business sale transactions of their family firm. Questions around Inheritance Tax (“IHT”) are also growing. Many business owners…
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15 minutes read As companies seek ways to adapt to an evolving social and economic landscape, traditional business models of ownership and operation are being re-evaluated. In light of ongoing uncertainty with the new tax regimes, business owners face increasing pressure to future-proof their companies. The Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) has emerged as an attractive option…
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