FAQs

We will start by having an open discussion around our ethos and the types of businesses we are looking to acquire to grow to see if our values are aligned.

We will start by having an open discussion around our ethos and the types of businesses we are looking to acquire to grow to see if our values are aligned.

They will be looked after throughout the acquisition process as we prefer to work closely with the vendors to enable a smooth transition for clients. We like to think that our service proposition is tailored to meet all client needs, and our focus is on the quality of the advice services we provide.

The process can take anywhere from three to 18 months depending on the scale and complexity of the business to be acquired, whether it be an asset or share purchase. It will also depend on whether staff are to be retained, alongside any premises that may also form part of the purchase.

The deal is usually structured over a two-year deferred period where a percentage of the purchase price is paid upfront, with the remaining instalments usually paid after the first year with the final payment due on month 25. As a smaller firm, however, we can be flexible in our approach.

We are always keen to recruit experienced colleagues, so we will always look to retain staff where possible and encourage them into the Waterbridge team before exploring other options.