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Exit Strategies

Pre-pack deals aren’t all bad

Pre-pack administration deals, in which a buyer is lined up before a struggling business goes into administration, have been given a bad press of late. David Moore, a partner at business recovery firm Begbies Traynor, argues that this is unjustified.

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Exit Strategies

Leaving the AIM market

Robert Tyerman reports on the numerous and varied reasons why an increasing number of companies are currently choosing to exit AIM.

Exit Strategies

Asking for a ‘cash out’ deal

Whether an investor wants to come on board or is seeking an exit, remixing the company’s capital base may allow you to get some money of your own in the bank and strengthen the business as a whole.

Exit Strategies

How oil man Sam Malin spends his millions

After discovering oil in Madagascar, Sam Malin started his company, Madagascar Oil, from scratch. It’s now worth over $1 billion. Kathleen Hall finds out how he enjoys his wealth.

Exit Strategies

 If I had £500,000…

Successful entrepreneurs have that magical touch when it comes to investing their money in both business and pleasure. We asked five owner-managers how they would choose to spend a £500,000 windfall

Exit Strategies

Don’t sell out when selling up

Taking the plunge and selling your business is a big step and one not to be taken lightly. David Robertson of Bibby Financial Services shares his advice on avoiding the pitfalls and securing the best possible outcome

Exit Strategies

Hang tough when you’re selling your business

Here's why you should never waver on price when selling your business.

Exit Strategies

Playing a waiting game

Public-to-private deals drive the buy-out market as more traditional deals grind to a halt. Mark Dunne reports

Exit Strategies

Hang tough when you’re selling your business

Here's why you should never waver on price when selling your business.

Exit Strategies

Playing a waiting game

Public-to-private deals drive the buy-out market as more traditional deals grind to a halt. Mark Dunne reports

Exit Strategies

Prepare to exit

Owner-managers should plan their exit carefully to maximise returns when selling their business, writes Mike Brown of Anderson Anderson & Brown Chartered Accountants

Exit Strategies

Regrets? They’ve had a few

Nick Britton speaks to entrepreneurs about their triumphs and regrets in selling their businesses

Exit Strategies

Seven deadly sins of exits

Greed, pride, and an array of other human weaknesses can get in the way of a good exit. We speak to entrepreneurs about their triumphs and regrets in selling their businesses.

Exit Strategies

The seven deadly sins of business exits

Greed, pride, and an array of other human weaknesses can get in the way of a good exit. Nick Britton speaks to entrepreneurs about their triumphs and regrets in selling their businesses.

Partner content

Why upgrading your tech regularly will help your business grow

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Accounting and Finance Software

Desktop vs cloud accounting: What to consider 

What are the key differences between desktop and cloud accounting software, and what should you consider when it comes to choosing a solution for your business

Accounting and Finance Software

Accounting and financial management software: What you need to know 

Fast-growth businesses need a solution that can cope with the demands of an ever-increasing volume of data, transactions, and tasks.

Opinion

Boosting confidence in outsourcing your customer service function to call centres in Africa

CCI Kenya discusses why outsourcing key of your business processes to call centres in Africa may be beneficial