Addressing key Human Resources considerations such as employee entitlements, contracts, communication, and legal compliance is crucial when preparing a business for sale, as it ensures a smooth transition, maintains workforce value, and builds buyer confidence.

Pre-sale due diligence is crucial for business owners looking to sell, helping to identify potential issues, increase buyer confidence, and maximize value. A thorough review of financials, operations, legal compliance, and tax obligations ensures a smoother sale process and stronger negotiations. Moore Australia provides expert guidance to help sellers prepare and navigate due diligence, ensuring a successful transaction.

Identifying the right buyer is crucial when selling a business. Private equity seeks scalability, corporate buyers focus on strategic synergies, and private individuals prefer owner-operated businesses. Managing risks, buyer interests, and confidentiality is key to maximizing value. Moore Australia provides expert sell-side advice for a smooth, strategic, and successful sale.

Personal goodwill, tied to an owner’s reputation and relationships, can reduce a business’s sale value if not transferred to the company. Buyers prefer goodwill linked to the business rather than the individual. To address this, owners can delegate client relationships, reduce day-to-day involvement, and hire key managers. These steps boost business value and performance. Moore Australia helps identify and manage personal goodwill in sale planning.

Taking your business public on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) is a pivotal move that can significantly alter the course of your company's future. As one of the top five exchanges globally for raising capital, find out more about unlocking growth on public markets for your business.

 

The sale process for a business seeking to undergo a merger and/or acquisition (M&A) is a structured and strategic approach that helps navigate complex transactions effectively. In this article we look at the stages we utilise to ensure maximising value, minimising risks, and a smooth transition of ownership for both the seller and the buyer.

 

Want to maximise the value of your business and position yourself for growth and exit opportunities? Learn why it is important to get your business Sale-Ready with this article, the first in our "Sale-Ready Series".