HOW WE WORK

A Clear, Structured Path From First Call to Settlement

01

Confidential Discussion

A private, obligation-free initial conversation to understand your goals, your timeframe, and the story of your business, and to explain how our structured process works.

02

Appraisal & Preparation

We review financials, assets, operational performance, and market comparables to prepare a realistic appraisal, supported by comprehensive documentation and marketing materials.

03

Engagement & Sale Strategy

Once you are ready to proceed, we formalise the engagement with a clear agency agreement setting out fees, marketing approach, pricing strategy, and confidentiality terms.

04

Confidential Marketing & Buyer Enquiries

Your business is presented across vetted buyer networks through targeted, confidential marketing. Prospective buyers may be required to register and sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before receiving confidential information or an Information Memorandum (IM).

05

Offers & Negotiation

We manage all buyer enquiries, vet prospective purchasers, and lead commercial negotiations on your behalf to secure the most favourable price, terms, and deal structure.

06

Due Diligence & Settlement

We coordinate with your solicitor and accountant throughout buyer due diligence, contract exchange, lease transfer, and completion, ensuring the transaction closes smoothly through to final settlement.

Please Note: Transaction timeframes vary depending on the business, buyer, finance, due diligence, lease and third-party approvals.

FEE PHILOSOPHY

Fair, Upfront and Agreed Before We Begin

We believe fees should be simple to understand and fair for the size of business being sold. Every engagement begins with a written agreement that sets out exactly what you will pay and when.

Complimentary

Confidential Market Appraisal

Fee Basis: Complimentary, no obligation.

Fixed Fee

Formal Business Valuation Report

Fee Basis: Fixed fee, agreed upfront.

Success Based

Business Sale

Fee Basis: Commission on completed sale price, agreed in writing prior to engagement.

Tailored Scope

Buyer Representation

Fee Basis: Fee structure tailored to the search and acquisition scope.

Disclosed Upfront

Marketing Costs

Fee Basis: Disclosed and agreed in advance, never deducted without prior approval.

Our Commitment on Fees

  • Written Agreements: No engagement proceeds without a signed, written fee agreement.
  • Zero Hidden Charges: No hidden charges or undisclosed marketing deductions.
  • Aligned Interests: Success-based commission means our interests are aligned with achieving the best outcome for you.

Transparent Fee Assurance

Exact fees are always confirmed in your engagement letter and depend on the size, industry and complexity of the transaction. We are happy to discuss indicative figures during your confidential introductory call, at no cost and with no obligation to proceed.

VALUATION METHODOLOGY

A Transparent, Evidence-Based Valuation Approach

One of the most common questions we are asked is simply: what is my business worth? There is rarely a single number, but a defensible range, arrived at through a combination of recognised valuation approaches.

Methodology 01

Market Based

Comparable Sales
How It Works

Compares your business against recent, similar sales in the same industry and region, adjusted for size and performance differences.

Best Suited To

Businesses in sectors with active, observable sale activity, such as retail, hospitality and trades.

Methodology 02

Earnings Multiple

Capitalisation of Profit
How It Works

Applies an industry-appropriate multiple to a normalised measure of earnings, typically adjusted net profit before owner remuneration.

Best Suited To

Established, profitable businesses with a track record of consistent earnings.

Methodology 03

Asset Based

Tangible & Intangible
How It Works

Values the business based on the fair market value of its tangible and identifiable intangible assets, less liabilities.

Best Suited To

Asset-heavy businesses, or those with limited trading history or inconsistent profitability.