by QMA Blog | Nov 27, 2018 | Buying
Expanding Through Acquisition When a company is considering making a strategic acquisition there are a few key areas that all business owners or partners should consider before making the move. Acquisitions can be a smart and tactical way to reach new geographical...
by QMA Blog | Nov 26, 2018 | Selling
Premium Business Prices Generally businesses that operate in the same industry are sold with a multiple range akin to other similar sized businesses in that industry. This article will discuss some of the differentiating factors between the businesses that are...
by QMA Blog | Oct 31, 2018 | Buying, Selling, Valuations
Comparing the Value of Your Company to a Similar Publicly Listed Company Many business owners are aware of the simple (but rudimentary) business valuation method of “PROFIT x MULTIPLE = VALUE”. Clearly, inherent in this formula is the requirement for an...
by QMA Blog | Oct 31, 2018 | Blog, Buying, Due Dilligence, Legal, Tax Advice
Director Penalty Notices Directors looking to sell their company or shareholding need to be aware of the risks inherent in Director Penalty Notices prior to completing a transaction. This article outlines what a Director Penalty Notice is and how they can impact on...
by QMA Blog | Sep 19, 2018 | Buying, Selling, Tax Advice, Uncategorized
Utlising Put & Call Options in M&A Put & Call options are contracts that can give either a seller an option to sell at a later date or a buyer an option to purchase at a later date for a given price or under certain circumstances. The contracts generally...
by QMA Blog | Sep 19, 2018 | Selling
Addressing the Fears of Selling Your Business to a Competitor When presented with the concept of selling their business to a direct competitor, many business owners are filled with fear. Why would a competitor want to buy my business? What happens when a competitor...
