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Business Startup & Growth
Business Valuation
Business valuation and financial analysis for sale, acquisition, investment, restructuring or internal planning.
Overview
How we help with Business Valuation
Valuation is a judgement supported by method. We show the range, the basis behind it and the factors that would move it — which is what any counterparty will interrogate.
We value using the approaches appropriate to your business — earnings multiples benchmarked against comparable transactions, discounted cash flow where forecasts are reliable, and net asset basis where that is the meaningful floor. Where the answers differ, the difference is itself informative.
The report sets out assumptions, adjustments to reported earnings, discounts for minority holdings or marketability, and the sensitivities that matter most.
What's included
Everything covered in this service
Scope is agreed in writing before we start, and the fee is fixed against it. If something falls outside, we tell you what it costs before doing it.
- Earnings multiple valuation with comparable benchmarking
- Discounted cash flow valuation where appropriate
- Net asset and liquidation basis
- Normalisation adjustments to reported earnings
- Minority, marketability and control adjustments
- Written report setting out method, assumptions and range
Who it's for
Built around how you actually operate
Share transfers and buyouts
Incoming or exiting shareholders needing a defensible number.
Investment and restructuring
Companies raising equity or reorganising ownership.
FAQs
Business Valuation — common questions
What is my business worth?
It depends on earnings quality, growth, sector, customer concentration and how dependent the business is on you. A multiple from a trade publication is a starting point, not an answer.
Is a valuation accepted by HMRC?
For share transfers and similar events we prepare valuations on a basis suitable for submission, with the reasoning documented. Where HMRC agreement is needed we support that process.
How is your fee worked out?
Fixed fee, agreed before we start. Pricing depends on the size and complexity of your business, so get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote.
Can you help if we're switching from another accountant?
Yes. We handle professional clearance with your previous accountant and update the agent authorisations with HMRC and Companies House, so you don't have to manage the handover.
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