Common Questions
Questions We Get Asked Most
If yours isn't here, ask us directly.
Will you change the name of my business?
Not unless you want us to. A business name carries years of reputation with clients, suppliers, and the local community. That reputation is part of what we are buying. We operate acquired businesses under their existing names as a default.
What happens to my staff?
They stay. Your team is the operational heart of the business not a cost line to cut on day one. We spend the first weeks understanding the people who make the business run before we consider changing anything. The members of your team who want to stay will have a place.
How do you value a business like mine?
We use EBITDA multiples as our primary method typically 3–4x for owner-operated businesses in the sectors we focus on. We cross-check this with a discounted cash flow model. We explain our numbers in plain language and give you time to challenge them. There is no black-box model and no take-it-or-leave-it offer. You will understand exactly how we arrived at the price we propose.
What is seller financing, and why do you prefer it?
Seller financing means part of the purchase price is paid over time typically 3–5 years with an agreed interest rate rather than entirely upfront. We prefer it because it keeps you financially invested in the outcome after handover, and it allows us to support a higher headline valuation than an all-cash offer typically would. In most cases the total payment over the term is higher than a lump-sum alternative.
Do I need a broker or advisor to deal with you?
No. We deal directly with business owners. If you have an accountant, lawyer, or advisor you want involved, we welcome them. But you do not need an intermediary to start a conversation.
How long does the process take?
Most acquisitions move from first conversation to agreed heads of terms in 60–90 days. Legal completion typically adds another 4–8 weeks. We work at a pace that suits you — there is no fixed deadline on our side.
What do the first months after the sale actually look like?
The first 30–60 days are a structured handover. We work alongside you, not instead of you. Your clients do not notice any change in service quality. Your staff have time to meet us and ask questions. We use this period to understand how the business actually works before introducing anything new.
What if I'm not ready to sell and just exploring?
That is fine. Some of our most useful relationships started two or three years before any transaction. The earlier we understand your business and your situation, the more useful we can be when the moment comes. No obligation comes with a first conversation.
Are you a private equity fund?
No. We are owner-operators. We do not have external investors to satisfy, a fund lifecycle to manage, or a required exit date. When we buy a business, we run it. Our interest is in building it — not preparing it for a fast resale.
How do I know you are serious buyers?
We have defined acquisition criteria and say no to businesses that do not fit which means when we engage seriously, we mean it. We are actively running an acquisition pipeline in Spain right now. We are happy to share our buyer introduction letter and answer any specific questions about our financing and process before you share anything about your business.