faqs
Everything you need to know about SBA and our services should be answered in the FAQs, if you have any further questions please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Most businesses sales take between 4 to 12 months, depending on sector, pricing, location and buyer demand. In some circumstances we have been able to conclude
Most transactions take between 3 to 9 months, depending on pricing, demand and legal complexity. Proper pricing and well-prepared documentation can significantly reduce timescales.
Most trading businesses are valued based on:
- Adjusted net profit
- EBITDA
- Asset value
- Lease terms (if leasehold)
- Goodwill
- Location
Strong financial records and consistent profitability significantly improve saleability.
Most trading businesses are valued based on:
- Adjusted net profit
- EBITDA
- Asset value
- Lease terms (if leasehold)
- Goodwill
- Location
Strong financial records and consistent profitability significantly improve saleability.
- The value of a commercial property depends on several factors including location, rental income, lease terms, tenant strength, property condition and current market demand.
- Investment properties are typically valued based on yield, while vacant properties are often assessed on a price per square foot basis.
- A professional appraisal will provide a realistic guide price based on current market evidence.
- The value of a commercial property depends on several factors including location, rental income, lease terms, tenant strength, property condition and current market demand.
- Investment properties are typically valued based on yield, while vacant properties are often assessed on a price per square foot basis.
- A professional appraisal will provide a realistic guide price based on current market evidence.
- Yes, Discretion is common in business sales.
- Marketing can be conducted without publicly identifying the business, and financial information is only shared with qualified buyers under confidentiality agreements.
Buyers will usually request:
- Lease agreements (if applicable)
- Title documentation
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
- Rent and service charge information
- Profit and loss accounts/management data
- Planning permissions
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