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Explore the 6 phases of a business sale: timelines, key milestones and what to expect at each stage.
Our team can accompany you through each phase of the process with the discretion and experience of a family office.
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A complete process usually takes between 6 and 12 months from initial preparation to closing. Simpler deals can be completed in 5-6 months, while more complex ones (multiple jurisdictions, regulated sectors, prior restructuring) can extend to 18 months.
Due diligence is the phase where most deals fall through. A buyer may discover unanticipated contingencies, valuation differences or structural issues that lead them to renegotiate or withdraw. This is why prior preparation is so important.
Yes. A well-prepared company (with organised documentation, audited accounts and an experienced advisory team) can significantly reduce timelines. The key is anticipating due diligence requirements and having answers ready before questions are raised.
As an investment family office, we can participate as direct buyers or as strategic advisors to the seller. Our patient capital approach allows us to adapt to the entrepreneur's timeline, without the pressure of investment fund deadlines.
If you wish to explore a potential collaboration or present an investment opportunity, we invite you to contact us. We guarantee absolute confidentiality in all our conversations.