Exiting your business
You’ve built real value. Now it’s time to realise it. Whether you’re considering a full sale, management buyout, or succession plan, this is one of the most important transactions you’ll ever make. Our specialist Corporate Finance team will bring clarity, strategy and commercial rigour. And if you’re thinking about it, it’s time to start planning for it so you get the maximum return.
Services for exit-ready businesses
Accounting & reporting
Depending on your current accounting setup, you’ll want to ensure your numbers are watertight for buyer diligence.
Audit
If you’ve not yet hit the threshold for a compulsory audit, it may well be worth considering ahead of your exit as it not only builds confidence for potential suitors, but uncovers risk, and supports valuation.
Business tax
If you haven’t already done so, now is the time to structure the deal for maximum efficiency and minimum surprises.
Personal tax
Our personal tax team will help you plan for shareholder extraction, CGT, BADR and wealth preservation ensuring you and your family feel the maximum benefit of your sale leaving your legacy intact.
Corporate Finance
At exit stage, having a team on your side dedicated to M&A, deal negotiation, and exit execution will ensure you get the best possible outcome from your years of effort in building your business.
Our people
It’s all about the people! We work hard to maintain our unique culture and recruit those who share our passion for client service, the value we can add to those around us and our never-ending quest to develop ourselves and our clients.
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June 2026 – Tax News
This month’s update covers increases to tax-free mileage rates, a temporary VAT reduction for certain family-focused activities, new dividend reporting requirements, developments in the R&D tax relief regime and a useful reminder on employment status following a recent football referee case.
Property Newsletter – June 2026
This month we look at the ongoing impact of the Renters’ Rights Act, a welcome update on SDLT concerns for periodic tenancies, and whether holiday lets remain an attractive option for landlords considering alternatives to traditional buy-to-let.
Property Newsletter – May 2026
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is now live. Many self-employed individuals and landlords with turnover above £50,000 in 2024/25 were brought into the regime from 6 April 2026.
Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED): A Guide for Property Owners
Introduced to curb the use of corporate structures holding high-value residential properties, the Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED) applies to ‘non-natural persons,’ which includes companies, partnerships with a company member...
What is transfer pricing?
Transfer pricing can apply to all transactions between connected parties. For accounting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2026, a UK-to-UK exemption will largely remove the requirement to apply transfer pricing rules to domestic transactions.…
The £1m Inheritance Tax bill Is no longer just a London problem
Particularly in areas such as Berkshire, Surrey, and Cambridge, where property inflation alone can push an Estate well beyond £1 million. For business owners, there is an added layer of risk. Reliefs such as Business Relief can be extremely…
Revenue recognition: a five-step framework
From 1 January 2026, a new standard for revenue recognition will come into force and it’s something every business should be paying close attention to. This isn't just a technical accounting update.
Autumn Budget report November 2025
It feels like the speculation over 26th November’s Autumn budget started as soon as the Spring statement had finished and after many rumours around the different policy changes...
Exiting your business FAQs
Ideally 18–36 months ahead. That gives time to optimise structure, tighten up your accounting process, and put the right team in place to maximise your valuation.
Strong recurring revenue, clean financials, low client concentration, solid team, and efficient operations. We’ll help you build a stronger case across all these areas.
Through careful structuring, using allowances like BADR, and planning your extraction strategy. Our Corporate and Personal Tax teams work hand-in-hand to protect your legacy.
Even if not legally required, a voluntary audit can increase buyer confidence and support valuation. It’s often a wise move before due diligence begins.
An outright sale often involves third-party buyers, while an MBO allows your team to take over. We’ll guide you through both options and help determine what’s best for your goals.