We understand that selling your business can be both an exciting and challenging time for business owners.  We provide a hands on approach to assist you every step of the way, while also ensuring that the value of your business is maximised.

• Develop a sales strategy.
• Prepare and distribute an Information Memorandum on the business.
• Identify interested parties and develop a competitive environment for the sale of the business.
• Negotiate with prospective purchasers.
• Guide you through Heads of Terms, right through to completion of the deal.
• Advise on any corporate or personal tax issues and plan accordingly.

Prior to marketing a business, DHKN assist clients in grooming their business for sale. The following measures will not only add value, but will also make the sale process quicker and easier for the vendor:

• Focus on sales.  The value of your business will correlate closely to increases or decreases in sales, so targeting sales growth is a must.
• Review operating costs. Your business should be lean and efficient. What further improvements can be made?
• Develop a strong management team and a clear organisation structure. It is important to be able to demonstrate to potential buyers that the business will run just as smoothly without you, the owner, at its helm.
• Address risk areas now. A prospective purchaser will carry out due diligence and will uncover any risk areas such as over reliance on key parties.  Address these areas now and ensure a much smoother process.
• Consider your business structure. Few business of any size are sale ready without some restructuring.
• Prepare your documents.  Compile key documents now such as leases and contracts.  These will be required as part of the sale process.
• Obtain professional advice. Strategic planning and tax advice will ultimately help you maximise the value of your business.