Buying or Selling a Business

Planning to buy or sell a business?

Whether you’re buying your first business, expanding through acquisition or preparing to sell, careful planning can make a significant difference to the outcome.

From understanding the value of a business and assessing opportunities to carrying out due diligence and supporting negotiations, our Corporate Finance team can help you make informed decisions throughout the process.

Buying and selling a business services

We can support you with:

  • Business valuations
  • Buying a business
  • Selling a business
  • Acquisition searches
  • Register to Buy opportunities
  • Budget assessment
  • Financial due diligence
  • Handling buyer and seller enquiries
  • Transaction support

No two transactions are the same. Whether you’re buying or selling a business, having the right information at the right time can help you make better decisions and avoid costly surprises.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We can help identify suitable acquisition opportunities, including through our Register to Buy service, and advise on whether a business is the right fit for your objectives.

The earlier you start planning, the better. Preparing your business for sale can help maximise its value and make the transaction more attractive to potential buyers.

Financial due diligence is an independent review of a business before a transaction takes place. It helps identify financial risks, verify key information and provide confidence before a purchase is completed.

Yes. We can provide commercial and financial advice throughout the transaction, working with you and your legal advisers to help achieve the best possible outcome.

Yes. We regularly work alongside solicitors and other professional advisers to help ensure transactions progress as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

Related news & insights

Flying the flag for apprentices

6 July 2026

HMRC’s new focus on compliance for R&D

6 July 2026

Targeting undisclosed associated companies

6 July 2026

Updated guidance on VAT recovery on pension scheme services

6 July 2026

Summer holiday for (some) VAT rates

6 July 2026

What R&D claimants need to know about HMRC’s new focus on compliance

23 June 2026

More news and insights

Let’s discuss how we can support you

Contact Us