The top five myths about selling a business
As we’ve worked with hundreds of buyers and sellers over the past 15 years, there are several commonalities among…
Continue ReadingAs we’ve worked with hundreds of buyers and sellers over the past 15 years, there are several commonalities among…
Continue ReadingBefore you advertise that you’re ready to sell your business, there is one looming concern we’re sure you’ve thought…
Continue ReadingAs we came of a very strong quarter one we have seen the traditional drop in deals in April…
Continue ReadingAs we meet new clients and work with them on their M&A process, we sometimes get asked “What makes…
Continue ReadingThe market remains buoyant with the majority of monthly sell side transactions completed by Private Equity backed buyers. February…
Continue ReadingPartnering with a corporate finance advisor is no small order. We’re honoured that you’re considering our firm to help…
Continue ReadingVenture Corporate Finance continue to provide sellers in the UK with the most comprehensive and successful service with the…
Continue ReadingSelling your business is often a difficult decision. This is especially true if you’ve built it from the ground…
Continue ReadingHow our business model benefits our clients. Partnering with a corporate finance advisor is no small order. We’re honoured…
Continue ReadingMany advisory-supported deals happen every year where the client ends up selling but leaves the process dissatisfied due to…
Continue ReadingPlease review our October 2021 UK Private Equity report that details transaction volumes by sector and region. We believe…
Continue ReadingMany advisory-supported deals happen every year where the client ends up selling but leaves the process dissatisfied due to…
Continue ReadingStephen Taylor joins Venture Corporate Finance to head up both buy-side and sell-side transactions for specialist IT/Telco/Software businesses. He…
Continue ReadingTony joined Venture Corporate Finance in September 2021 and brings with him over 5 years of knowledge of the…
Continue ReadingWe find that competition is fierce in many of our sectors and sub-sectors, meaning the only way to achieve…
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to selling your business, you need to be open, upfront and honest with all aspects of…
Continue ReadingWith the market so buoyant, most businesses are being approached constantly and it’s hard to understand who is a…
Continue ReadingWith each sale process, you effectively go through the same stages with every broker no matter how prestigious and…
Continue ReadingFor SME’s, a business deal is a once in a lifetime opportunity and achieving an effective M&A deal is…
Continue ReadingBusinesses with long term recurring contracts are always valued higher than those with short term or no contracts. This…
Continue ReadingThe Chancellor Rishi Sunak presented his second Budget on Wednesday 3 March 2021 with COVID in mind to “protect…
Continue ReadingSpecialist corporate finance firm Venture Corporate Finance has appointed Gary Smith (pictured) as the new Managing Director. “We…
Continue ReadingArguably, a business is the most important and treasured asset in any business owner’s life. When they come to…
Continue ReadingSelling a business involves in-depth industry knowledge and expertise, and seeking the help of an experienced consultant is essential…
Continue ReadingFollowing enormous spending in 2020 due to Covid-19, The Government is considering tax increases to raise revenue to mitigate…
Continue ReadingA merger or acquisition is rarely the same as the last one, but if you are thinking of buying…
Continue Reading2021 UK M&A is beginning to return to the UK market. Many trade and private equity firms have begun…
Continue ReadingIn the U.K. the ratio of debt to GDP has reached levels that have not been seen since the…
Continue ReadingMany business owners decide to do the work of a consultant on their own; one main reason for this…
Continue ReadingPractical ideas for an effective sale Buyers require an increasingly in-depth analysis on potential acquisitions and providing them with…
Continue ReadingSelling a business involves in-depth industry knowledge and expertise, and seeking the help of an experienced consultant is essential…
Continue ReadingThe process of due diligence serves numerous functions that benefit both buyers and sellers in a merger or acquisition.…
Continue ReadingA common question we hear is “how long does it take to sell a company?”. A worthwhile question indeed,…
Continue ReadingThe key priority of any seller would be to prevent the buyer chipping the price at the last minute.…
Continue ReadingEntering the sales process with a clear understanding of what’s expected of you, as well as what you can…
Continue ReadingUnderstanding the key metrics of your business is the key to understanding the true value of the business. It…
Continue ReadingBusinesses with long term recurring contracts are always valued higher than those with short term or no contracts. This…
Continue ReadingGetting the best price and securing the perfect buyer for your company is the final step after having built…
Continue ReadingA well-written exit plan is a comprehensive roadmap that allows owners to successfully exit their business as it asks…
Continue ReadingA company that relies exclusively on the guidance of its owner creates a major risk, and the true value…
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