Our Seller Questionnaire

Taking the time to complete this fully will allow us to match you to suitable buyers precisely, save you time and help ascertain genuine interest from the buyer prior to initial conversations. A shorter ‘register your interest in selling’ form is at the bottom of this page.

I Am Looking To Sell

At Accountants For Sale we help guide buyers and sellers through the acquisition process, providing valuation advice and support at every stage.

Why use us to sell

Why Use Us?
If you’re looking to sell your accountancy practice, we offer a comprehensive and complete solution tailored to your needs, including the following:

  • Targeted Buyer Matching: We will discreetly and confidentially introduce you to a carefully targeted short list of suitable potential buyers. If necessary, we can also discreetly market your accountancy practice to a wider audience of interested buyers.
  • Free Consultation Service: Whether you’re ready to sell your accountancy practice now or just exploring your options, we offer a free consultation service via Zoom, telephone, or in-person to help you start the process.
  • Accurate Valuation: By working closely with you to understand the key elements of your business, we provide a true and realistic current valuation of your accountancy practice.
  • Preparation for Sale: From arranging initial calls and meetings to helping you prepare for a positive result, we guide you through every step of selling your accountancy practice.
  • Full Support Throughout: We liaise with both parties throughout the process, ensuring smooth communication and working to achieve the best possible results when selling your accountancy practice.

If you’re considering selling your accountancy practice, let us help you achieve a successful and rewarding outcome.

We found the right buyer at the right value.

Selling an accountancy firm is something you only do once, and I wanted to get it right. Simon guided us through every stage, providing clear advice and connecting us with well-matched buyers. We met several strong candidates and ultimately chose a firm that shared our culture and values. The deal structure was excellent, and I have no hesitation recommending Accountants for Sale.

Sarah L, Partner, London
No wasted time, just results.

What I valued most was how efficiently Simon eliminated unsuitable buyers. Every introduction was relevant, serious, and properly vetted. That saved us a huge amount of time and stress. We ended up with a deal that reflected the true value of the practice, and the transition for our clients has been seamless.

John P, Practice seller, Midlands
Expert guidance and a great result.

Simon’s market knowledge was evident from day one. He understood what I wanted from an exit and helped position the practice for maximum value. We received multiple offers from credible buyers, and Simon helped negotiate terms that worked for everyone. I’d recommend Accountants for Sale to any firm owner considering an exit.

Linda R, Sole practitioner, Surrey
Professional, discreet and highly effective.

The sale of my accountancy business was handled with professionalism and discretion. Simon was always available to answer questions, and his advice gave me confidence at each step. We were introduced to the right kind of firms and ended up with a deal that exceeded my expectations. A first-class service.

David K, Retiring partner, Yorkshire

A smooth, professional sale from start to finish.

Simon Read was incredibly thorough and knowledgeable throughout the whole process of selling my practice. We were introduced to several serious and suitable buyers, and Simon ensured that time-wasters were filtered out early. Thanks to his expertise, we achieved a fantastic deal, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.

Mark H, Former practice owner, Manchester
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Why is it important to prepare your business for sale

If you’re planning to sell your accountancy practice, preparation is key to maximizing its value. It might seem obvious, but a well-prepared and professionally presented business typically achieves a higher sale price. Demonstrating organized financial records, streamlined operations, and actionable data about your clients and revenue sources puts you in a stronger position, significantly enhancing the appeal and value of your accountancy practice.

A well-prepared accountancy practice is far more attractive to potential buyers. It highlights stability, growth potential, and reduced risk—qualities that appeal to a broader pool of accountancy practice buyers. By preparing your business thoroughly before putting it up for sale, you set the stage for a smoother process and a more rewarding outcome.

Faster Sale Process: A well-prepared business where records and information are clear, well presented and transparent will often have a smoother sales process. This can reduce the time needed to close the deal, minimizing uncertainties and delays.

Reducing Risk: A business that is well-prepared that has addressed potential issues or risks, makes for a much less risky investment for potential buyers. This can mean a higher likelihood of closing the sale successfully and to maximise value.

Improving Business Performance: The process of preparing a business for sale often involves a close examination of your operations, financials, and structure. This process can reveal areas for improvement, leading to overall better business performance, even if the sale doesn’t happen now it will put you in a better position.

Legal and Financial Compliance: Ensuring that all legal and financial matters are in order reduces the risk of potential liabilities for both the seller and the buyer after the sale.

Negotiation Position: When a business is well-prepared, the seller can negotiate from a position of strength. They can showcase the strengths of the business and justify the asking price more convincingly.

Smooth Transition: A well-prepared business makes for a smoother transition for the new owner. Proper documentation, established procedures, and trained employees can facilitate the handover process.

Meeting Buyer Expectations: Buyers often have specific expectations and criteria when acquiring a business. A well-prepared business is more likely to meet these expectations, making the transaction more satisfying for both parties.

Maintaining Confidentiality: Having the business prepared beforehand allows for better control over the information shared during the sale process. This can help maintain confidentiality and prevent disruptions among employees or customers until the deal is finalised.

In essence, preparing your accountancy business for sale will help ensure a smoother, more successful transition that benefits both the seller and the buyer.

Frequently asked questions

As a general rule practice is valued using a simple multiple of the GRF – Gross recurring fees. This is essentially the annual recurring turnover generated from clients. Current multiples will vary from as low as .75 to as high as 1.6 times.

In addition professional or one off consulting Fees may also have a value but less so as they are not certain.

If your business is larger in size then its value more on an EBITA basis or on profits taking into account the salaries or drawings taken by partners etc.

Yes, this is possible in fact sometimes clients want to sell of part of the business to help with work life balance or to free up some cash. However, unlike selling the whole practice the buyer might want to conduct greater due diligence to ensure they know you are not cherry picking the clients. It is also worth considering that some clients may feel resentful to not remain with you.

This is vital consideration and the question we are asked most often. We work hard to maintain confidentiality throughout the process. We do not say who we are when calling but leave our name and state that it is a personal call. We will phone from a mobile number that does not appear on our website.

When we list a practice on our website or do a marketing email the details are kept anonymous other than basic generic info. We will only reveal your name and practice details to a potential buyer who has expressed an interest in speaking to you with your permission.

Like most things this will be determined by how keen and efficient the buyer and seller are. As general rule it will typically take anything from a few weeks to a year. Accountants For Sale are obviously paid on success so we will always be swift to act when required.

Payment is usually dependant on the size of the practice being sold. Typically, it is a two stage payment for a smaller firm. The first payment is made on completion and the second will be on the first anniversary of the deal. For larger businesses there are usually three stage payments, and the amounts will be negotiated to suit both parties. This is an area that Accountants For Sale has experience and can advise – broker solutions that work to both parties mutual benefit.

What is Clawback? This will typically be included within the sale agreement and means that should the acquirer lose fees -recurring income within an agreed time period typically twelve months then they will have the right to deduct a pro rata amount from the remaining balance due to be paid. If the acquirer invokes the clawback clause, then as the vendor you will retain the right of discovery and be able to conduct reasonable research to confirm the loss is real and the reasons behind it. The clawback clause can be worded to include or exclude certain clients or parts of the business and is agreed during negotiations between the vendor and the acquirer.

Yes you do this is an essential requirement Run Off Pi insurance is a legal requirement for a period of six years and is insurance cover for the seller in the unfortunate event that a client were to take legal action against the practice.

If you currently occupy an existing building on either Freehold or Leasehold basis, then it may be possible to negotiate this into the sale if the two parties can come to an arrangement. Equally as the seller be prepared to make separate arrangements if the buyer has no requirement for it.

Typically this will be included in the sale to be completed by the acquirer within the hand over period and the amount and value will have been agreed in the sale contract. With regards to debtors normally the seller will collect these.

This is of course negotiable to suit the clients and both parties. However, it is worth noting that sometimes it is better for the seller to exit the stage promptly and avoid getting in the way of the acquirer and their team.

It goes without saying that you will want to look after your loyal staff. Most buyers are generally keen to retain good people and of course this can also help to maintain the client relationship as well. We do have a number of HR professionals who we can recommend to either party to give advice should it be required.

Thinking of selling your practice?

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