How It Works

A clear, simple process designed around the seller — not the buyer. No jargon. No delays. No surprises.

1

Get in touch — completely confidentially

The first step is simply a conversation. Call us, message us on WhatsApp, send an email, or book a Calendly slot that suits you. There's no commitment, no forms to sign, and no obligation to go further.

We understand that selling your business is a significant and often private decision. Everything you share with us stays between us.

2

Free 1-hour consultation

We'll talk properly — about your business, your situation, your timeline, and what matters most to you. This could be by phone, video call, or in person if you prefer.

We'll ask questions about your turnover, net profit, team, and operations — not to pry, but because understanding the business properly is the only way to give you a fair picture of what it's worth and how we could structure a deal.

You're welcome to ask us anything too.

3

We assess and come back with an offer

Once we have the information we need, we'll carry out our assessment and come back to you — usually within a few days. We'll explain our thinking clearly, including the valuation basis and the deal structure we're proposing.

We don't drag things out. We know that uncertainty is stressful, and we respect your time.

4

Agreeing a structure that works for you

This is where we're different. We don't need a bank to sign off the deal. We use a range of flexible financing structures — seller finance, deferred payments, cash release, or a combination — tailored to what works best for your circumstances.

If you'd like to understand these options before we get to this stage, take a look at our Seller Finance Explained page.

5

Due diligence and legals

Once we've agreed in principle, we'll move into due diligence — reviewing the financials and key contracts. We aim to keep this stage as straightforward as possible, and we'll work with your accountant and solicitor to make it smooth.

We have no interest in dragging out this stage. We want to complete — and we'll make sure that's reflected in how we work.

6

Completion and handover

On completion, ownership transfers to us. We'll work closely with you on the handover — introducing us to your team, key clients, and suppliers in a way that protects the business and its reputation.

Many sellers stay involved for a transitional period, which we welcome. You know the business better than anyone, and we value that knowledge.

What We Need From You

We keep the information request simple at the start. This is what helps us move quickly.

Basic financials

Annual turnover and net profit for the last 2–3 years. Your accountant can provide this quickly — we don't need a full data room at this stage.

A description of the business

What it does, how long it's been running, how many staff, and what your involvement looks like day to day. A 10-minute conversation usually covers this.

Your timeline and goals

Are you looking to exit quickly? Stay involved for a while? Release some cash now? Knowing what matters to you helps us tailor the right structure.

Flexible Financing — Not Dependent on Banks

This is one of the most important things that sets us apart. We don't need a bank to approve your deal.

Seller Finance

You effectively act as the lender. We pay an agreed amount upfront, then regular instalments from the business's cashflow. You receive more in total than a quick cash sale — and the deal actually completes.

Deferred Payments

A portion of the purchase price is paid later — often linked to business performance milestones. This can increase your total payout while reducing our upfront cost.

Cash Release

We can structure the deal to release cash from the business at closing — giving you immediate liquidity while we take on ownership and ongoing obligations.

Working With Creditors

If your business carries debt or creditor pressure, we have experience structuring deals that satisfy creditors and still give you a clean exit. A difficult situation doesn't have to mean no exit.

Common Questions

It varies by business complexity, but from first conversation to heads of terms agreed is typically 2–4 weeks. Completion depends on legal and due diligence, but we push to keep this as fast as possible. Unlike a broker listing, there's no open-ended waiting period.
Not necessarily. We consider businesses that are profitable, breaking even, or facing financial challenges. If your business has underlying value — a good customer base, a strong team, or a solid trade name — we'll look at it. A distressed situation doesn't automatically disqualify you.
Only when you're ready for them to. We operate under strict confidentiality throughout the process. Disclosure to staff is something we plan carefully together — and in most cases, it's positive news for them, since we commit to protecting their employment.
That's fine. Many of our conversations start 12–18 months before a sale completes. Starting early gives you time to prepare the business properly and get the best outcome. There's no pressure to commit to anything at the consultation stage.
Yes — we'd always recommend that you take your own independent legal and financial advice before completing any transaction. We'll work alongside your advisors constructively. If you don't have one, we can point you in the right direction.

Ready to Take the First Step?

One conversation. No obligation. Just a straight talk about your options.