9.5 minutes read Changes In 1972, David Bowie released “Changes,” a timeless song that still resonates strongly in today’s era of upheaval. Beyond its musical brilliance, the lyrics hold significant relevance to the ever-evolving landscape of business and exit strategies. They encapsulate the need to adapt to the turbulent environment in which today’s businesses operate.…
9 minutes read The market has shifted, and for many, fast-track growth seems like a distant dream. Investors and buyers are treading more cautiously but there is still good money available for shareholders to sell or take investment where the business is profitable, predictable, and robust. So, you might ask “Why sell your business in a…
5.5 minutes read Preparing your business for sale is a critical step in ensuring a smooth and successful transaction. Even if you are not actively looking to sell your business, being ‘sale ready’ is essential if you are looking to sell in the future as you never know when a buyer may approach. There are many…
9 minutes read A sale of your business to all the employees via an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) is a relatively simple, advisor and vendor-driven exit strategy and therefore more immediate than a trade sale. What’s more, to encourage such sales, they are currently subject to 0% Capital Gains Tax, provided they meet the qualifying rules.…
8 minutes read From a legal perspective, when purchasing a company in the UK it is your job to check that everything is accurately represented. UK law operates on the principle of Caveat Emptor, which is derived from the Latin phrase, “quia ignorare non debuit quod jus alienum emit” meaning, ‘let a purchaser beware, for…
4.5 minutes read The impact of Capital Gains Tax rates on business sale timings The sale of a company is often the ultimate goal for an entrepreneur. Cash in the bank and freedom of time – however, with your business generating a good yield and alternative investments being volatile, many business owners understandably choose to…
6 minutes read Buyers and investors have remained highly active despite the market volatility, but how can you best prepare your business for sale to drive the “we need, we want” motivation in buyers in a market where quality pays? 1. Fail to plan, plan to fail This may be just a saying, but its essence…
5 minutes read In business valuations, ‘Debt Free Cash Free’ is a commonly used term that impacts the sale process. At Avondale, we know that selling your business is a huge step and one that will have a far-reaching, and hopefully positive impact on your future. However, the business sale journey will take you down many new…
3 minutes read With the economy stagnant and following Kwasi Kwarteng’s mini-Budget, major stumble in September, Jeremy Hunt today presented a slow and steady budget that aims to trim inflation whilst boosting productivity and growth. But will it work? The key changes for businesses are: Corporation Tax (“CT”): As previously announced this increases from 1 April…
5 minutes read An outstanding business, with great growth potential in an expanding market and strong recurring revenue, will always command a premium value. It can, however, take many years to design and create such a business, and often it requires time, capital, the right team and place. So, if we put aside the exceptions, how…