Business Sales Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on business sales for uk businesses.
Understanding the Role of an Assignee in Commercial Contracts: A Guide for UK Businesses
If you’ve ever signed a commercial contract, you may have come across the word “assignee” but not been 100% sure what it actually means for your business. Maybe you’re about to sign...
15 July 2025
Valuing a Recruitment Business: Legal Protections for Buyers and Sellers
Thinking about buying, selling, or investing in a recruitment business in the UK? Knowing how to value a recruitment business is just the start-if you want your interests protected, it’s crucial to...
15 July 2025
How to Legally Sell Your Business: A Guide to Agreements and Compliance
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “I want to sell my business” or “How do I sell my company without running into trouble?”, you’re certainly not alone. Whether you’ve grown a business...
15 July 2025
Understanding the Right of Pre-Emption: Key Considerations for Business Owners and Investors
As a business owner or investor, you’ll often hear legal jargon tossed around in shareholder meetings, business sales, and investment rounds. One of the most important-yet often misunderstood-terms is the right of...
14 July 2025
Due Diligence and Commercial Agreements: What UK Businesses Need To Know
If you’re building or growing a UK business, navigating contracts, deals, and partnerships is all part of the journey. But before you shake hands or sign on the dotted line, there’s one...
14 July 2025
Commercial Debt Recovery: Legal Strategies for UK Businesses to Secure Outstanding Payments
When you’re running a business, late or unpaid invoices can feel like a never-ending frustration. You’re delivering your goods or services, doing everything right - so why do some clients still leave...
14 July 2025
Understanding Pre-Emption Agreements: Protecting Your Business Shares and Investor Rights
If you’re involved with a UK limited company-whether you’re a founder looking to scale, an early-stage investor, or a director steering the ship, one of the smartest legal tools you can deploy...
14 July 2025
B2B vs B2C Contracts: Key Legal Differences Every Business Should Know
Whether you’re just starting your business or looking to scale, understanding the basics of commercial contracts is essential. One area that often trips up new founders is the difference between B2B and...
12 July 2025
Innominate Terms in Commercial Contracts: What UK Businesses Need to Know
Navigating contract law can feel like learning a new language, especially when you start hearing phrases like “innominate term.” If you run a business in the UK or are thinking about entering...
11 July 2025
How To Navigate a Request for Tender: A Legal Guide for UK Businesses
If you’re a business owner looking to win new work with councils, government agencies, or large companies, you’ve probably come across the term “request for tender” (RFT) - or simply, a “tender...
11 July 2025
The Buyer Of Your Business No Longer Wants To Buy: What's Next? (2026 Updated)
You've spent months negotiating, answering due diligence questions, and mentally moving on to "life after the sale". Then the buyer emails (or calls) and says they're no longer buying. It's frustrating, it...
29 June 2025
I Am Transferring A Franchise - What Transfer Fees Will I Pay? (2026 Updated)
Transferring (or "selling on") your franchise can feel like a big win. You've built something valuable, you've found a buyer, and you're ready to move on. Then the admin hits: the franchisor...
12 June 2025
Selling Your Own Shares: Factors to Weigh Before You Cash Out
Thinking of selling your own shares in your company? Whether you’re a founder, an early investor, or a key employee, the decision to cash out some (or all) of your stake is...
6 May 2025
Private Share‑Purchase Agreements: Core Terms & Tips (UK)
Buying or selling shares in a private company is an exciting-and sometimes daunting-step for any business owner or investor in the UK. Whether you're acquiring a promising startup, transferring ownership as part...
6 May 2025
Business‑Impact Assessments: Safeguarding Investments Post‑Acquisition
Acquiring a business is a major milestone-one that comes with high hopes for growth, but also new and sometimes unexpected challenges. In the excitement of closing a deal, it’s easy to think...
5 May 2025
Acquiring a Company in England: Due‑Diligence to Completion
Acquiring another business can be one of the most exciting-and transformative-moves your company ever makes. Whether you’re aiming for rapid expansion, diversification, or a new competitive edge, buying a business in England...
5 May 2025
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Selling or Closing a Business in the UK
Thinking about moving on from your business? Whether you’re ready to start something new, take a break, or are simply asking yourself “how do I sell a business?”-knowing where to start can...
5 May 2025
Finding the Perfect Buyer for Your Business: Smooth‑Sale Strategies (UK)
Selling your business is both an exciting milestone and a daunting process. You’ve put time, energy and passion into building your venture - now, it’s time to ensure you find the right...
5 May 2025
Unlocking Growth: How a Merger or Acquisition Can Transform Your Startup
If you’re running a startup, growth is always on your mind. Whether you’re bringing a fresh idea to market or scaling rapidly, you may be hearing more about mergers and acquisitions (M&A)...
5 May 2025
Choosing Between Asset and Share Deals: Factors for Sellers
If you’re selling a business in the UK, one big question is bound to pop up: should you do it as a share sale or an asset sale? Each option comes with...
5 May 2025
Understanding Due Diligence: What Buyers Need to Know Before Purchasing a Business in England
Buying a business in England is an exciting venture. Whether you’re aiming to expand your operations, enter a new industry, or take over a successful company, there’s potential for both growth and...
5 May 2025
Essential Legal Checklist for Buying a Café Shop in London: What Prospective Owners Must Know
Dreaming of running your own bustling café shop in London, the city famed for its vibrant coffee culture and iconic high streets? Whether you’re eyeing a cafe shop for sale in London...
4 May 2025
Deed or Agreement? Choosing the Right Instrument
Every business deal, partnership, or big decision usually boils down to putting something in writing. But as a business owner in the UK, you’re often faced with a tricky question: should you...
4 May 2025
Selling as a Going Concern: Benefits, Risks & What’s Included
Thinking about selling your business? For many UK business owners, the dream scenario is to hand over a thriving venture, see it continue to operate smoothly, and get the rewards you’ve worked...
3 May 2025
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