The buying/selling process
1. Early-stage
Search for potential businesses for sale
Meeting potential business(es) to assess suitability for the acquisition
- Duration: Open-ended
2. Diligence & negotiation phase
Detailed analysis of the business e.g., review of the financial statements, detailed discussions with management
Investment proposal and valuation of the business
Negotiation with the seller and final “go/no go” decision
Contact lawyer and acquisition structuring (e.g., share purchase or asset purchase)
- Duration: Several weeks to months
3. Signing
Signing of documents, including stamp duty payable
4. Post-acquisition
Takeover of business operations and transition period starts, supporting the new owner
- Duration: e.g. 6 months to 1 year
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