Due diligence when buying a business
Buying a business is not a small task, whether you are an old hand at it or a first-time buyer. The number of businesses available, and the diversity of options, […] more»
Acquisitions
US firms ignore Brexit fears and splash the cash on UK startups
US companies are splashing the cash on UK businesses despite wider Brexit fears, new data has revealed. more»
The biggest business gambles and blunders of all time
From failed mergers to winning acquisitions, weve looked back on some of the most iconic commercial decisions made since the turn of the century to help entrepreneurs decide when business gambles might be worth taking. more»
Collaborative investment between large and small firms crashes after three-year peak
Corporate deals struck between large organisations and small businesses fell by 28 per cent in 2016/17, following a three-year increase in collaborative investment. more»
Nine top tips for keeping morale high during an acquisition transition
Employees are often unsettled by mergers and acquisitions. Here are our top tips for keeping morale high during the transition phase. more»
From acquisition to franchising: The different routes to growth
Expanding your business can present challenges even to the most experienced of entrepreneurs. Our business planning expert Shelley Stock Hutter partner Bobby Lane gives some pointers if you're hoping to see growth soon. more»
Franchise profile: Property sales and lettings chain Belvoir
For any aspiring franchisee on the hunt for an established and well-respected brand, Belvoir is one of the UK's largest property sales and lettings chains with highly visible, branded high street offices. more»
