BUY A
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If you are in the market to buy an existing business, you have come to the right place.
The fact that we are the undisputed No.1 mid-market company sales consultancy in the UK means we have the mandates to find the right business for you, across a wide range of industries and sectors, locations and types of transaction.
We sell more UK companies than any other adviser year after year. Identifying the most suitable opportunities for business buyers is a key component of our impressive track record.
BUY A BUSINESS IN ANY SECTOR
For well over 25 years, we have built up priceless experience in matching exclusive UK business acquisition opportunities, providing our specialist consulting services tailored to the individual needs of every client.
Our team of highly skilled executives specialise in identifying the ideal opportunity, factoring in your funding capabilities and any specific requirements you may express.Visit the Completed Deals section of our News and Insights page to find out much more about the breadth and depth of companies we sell, and countless examples of how the synergies of the target business and its new owner proved to be a seamless fit.
OUR BUSINESS ACQUISITION SOLUTIONS
Other advisers may bombard acquirers with a large and often random selection of opportunities from their business listings. On the contrary, we are dedicated to fully understanding your acquisition criteria and therefore we ensure you are only notified of high quality and relevant opportunities, enabling you to easily compile a shortlist.
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WHY BUY A BUSINESS?
Creating a start-up is difficult, especially if it’s your first time. It requires expenditure and labour that many entrepreneurs are simply not willing or able to put in. Therefore, acquiring an established, successful business from its current shareholders removes much of the stress, risk and time.
Whether it’s an online business or a physical entity, systems, processes and business plans will already be in place, while an established customer base, contacts, income and reputation are ready to be capitalised and built upon.
And not only are there existing, established and fully trained employees, they can also advise you whilst you embed yourself into the business.
WHY BUY A COMPANY WITH KBS CORPORATE?
Quite simply, our expertise goes a long way beyond the obvious function of finding a buyer for a business owner seeking an exit.
The professional advice we offer encompasses every aspect of the sale process, from marketing the business, identifying a suitable acquirer, negotiating the purchase price and facilitating due diligence, through to finalising the purchase agreement.
Whilst we naturally work closely with the vendor’s legal team, our deal leader will also maintain regular contact with the acquirer’s solicitors to ensure the progression of a smooth, harmonious transaction. Our experience has been attained working with a vast range of business acquirers from all over the world, including global multinationals, listed PLCs, domestic and international corporate buyers, as well as private equity houses, family offices and other investors.
BUY A COMPANY ANYWHERE IN THE UK
Whatever your preferred location or business sector, there is a strong likelihood that KBS will have a company amongst its mandates that will be a close match for what you are looking for.
We sell companies across the whole range of industries, and throughout the length and breadth of the United Kingdom, rather than being focused on any particular sector or region.
For example, among the thousands of deals we have completed since being launched in 1998 were the sales of IT companies in Wales, architecture businesses in Scotland, MEP specialists in Newcastle, e-commerce enterprises in London and food manufacturers in Cornwall.
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BUSINESS FAQS
A business acquisition is a corporate transaction in which a company or individual purchases full or partial control of another company, with the business transfer then registered at Companies House.
Parties looking to buy a business are typically eager to enhance their existing portfolio, diversify their revenue streams or strengthen their capital position.
Buying a business is typically achieved by liaising with business brokers, or with an adviser such as KBS Corporate that offers a much more complete service. We work across multiple industries to find a variety of business acquisitions that suit both trade buyers and investors.
Time and resources must be invested by those looking to buy and sell a company, and our business advisers look to streamline the process and maximise the value of the business.
Whatever your cash flow or liabilities, there are multiple ways to raise capital when buying a business, ensuring acquirers have financing options when approaching the M&A market.
Common methods of financing include funds and equity derived from the acquiring company, through to earnouts based on the post-sale performance of existing shareholders.
Our business advisers have extensive knowledge of financing commercial property sales, providing a smooth transaction for parties looking to buy a business.
KBS Corporate operates across multiple industries, enabling us to find a tailored solution for buyers looking to explore the options.
Through negotiations and knowledge of market expectations, our business advisers will consider funding capabilities and work with sellers to ensure you can buy a business with a tailored deal structure.
Our experts conduct all the necessary checks to ensure you have the appropriate capital, meaning buyers can pursue appropriate opportunities.
When you buy a company that KBS Corporate has been mandated to sell, a specific asking price for the business will not have been advised. This is because, as sell-side advisers, it is in the best interests of our clients to maximise the valuation of their company.
However, that does not mean you would have to pay a higher valuation than you think the company is worth. By signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement, you would be given access to all the information necessary to formulate your own educated business valuation.
At that point, the decision is yours about whether to make an offer – and potentially to set an upper limit you would be prepared to go to, in the event that you were eager to acquire the company but found your bid was competing against others on the table.